Sandbox:Game Updates/2013 Archive

2013 UPDATES:
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November 20, 2013
New or Updated Content: Fixes & Improvements: 'Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '
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 * 1) Final Event code has been released. ( Operation: Desert Recon )
 * 2) The Viper and Warhead Launcher can now be unlocked with event XP
 * 3) Missiles can now be tested via your Go-Go Bar.
 * 1) Fixed an issue that caused incorrect aircraft repair prices.
 * 2) Fixed an issue that caused  aircraft destroyed in Go-Go Bar battles to leave bad graphics.

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November 13, 2013 (M)
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 * 1) The Aircraft Hangar is now available in the "Buildings" tab.Update_11-13-13.jpg
 * 2) Turrets and Defensive Platforms can now be upgraded to level 6 and 5
 * 3) Thorium layouts have been updated
 * 4) 3 star PvP victories can now be gained by inflicting 95% damage to an enemy's base
 * 1) Fixed an issue with audio getting louder if many instances of the same sound effect are occurring Update_11-13-13(2).jpg
 * 2) Fixed an issue with the "Zombifier" UI remaining after the event
 * 3) Fixed multiple cheats and exploits

'Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '

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October 31, 2013 (M)
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 * 1) Units can now be upgraded to Veteran Level 3
 * 1) Fixed an issue with the "Incoming Missiles" UI no appearing in PvP combat
 * 2) Fixed an issue with Fullscreen Mode sometimes not working with IE
 * 3) Fixed an issue with Missile detonations occurring despite being shot down.
 * 4) Fixed an issue with scrolling on the Leaderboard.
 * 5) Fixed an exploit that allowed player to make their platoons un-attackable ("Ghost Platoons").
 * 6) Fixed an issue with the Widowmaker's grinding sound persisting after battle.
 * 7) Fixed multiple cheats and exploits.

'Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '

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October 24, 2013
New or Updated Content: Fixes & Improvements: <span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Note:
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 * 1) Final event code has been pushed to live. ( Operation: Undead Rising )
 * 2) The Crusader and FAV Schematic are now attainable via the Event Shop.
 * 3) Zombifier component added to the game - will go to the top 3000 players after the event.
 * 4) Rocket Barrage Turret is a "Last Chance" prize - will not be available in the Event Shop after the event.
 * 5) Havoc and Vanguard ranges have been increased.
 * 1) Fixed an issue with the FAV sound sometimes looping.
 * 2) Fixed an issue with Plasma graphics taking over other projectile art.
 * 3) Multiple performance improvements.
 * 4) Multiple sound improvements.
 * 5) Fixed multiple cheats and exploits.

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 * Unique units are unavailable for 2 events rather than 1. The Widowmaker not being in the event store is intended.

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October 17, 2013 (M)
<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">New or Updated Content: <span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Fixes :
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 * 1) Medals will now be paid out weekly to players who win Infamy in 5 PvP base battles.
 * 2) The Gear Store is now available when in base.
 * 3) The Widowmaker X has been added to the game - unlockable via MedalsUpdate_12-16-2013.jpg
 * 1) Fixed an issue with audio not loading correctly
 * 2) Fixed an issue with the sync combat timer audio

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October 9, 2013 (M)

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<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">New or Updated Content: <span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Fixes : <p style="text-align: center;">'<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '
 * 1) Shock, Corrosion, and Deadeye Missiles can now be researched in the Defense Lab.
 * 2) Production times for Thorium level missiles have been reduced
 * 1) Thorium levels now give you the ability to launch an additional Missile per level.
 * 2) An additional Thorium Vault can now be built
 * 3) A new Missile targeting reticule has been added
 * 1) Fixed an issue that made it so some players could not redeploy a squad into battle.
 * 2) Fixed an issue with Missile sounds persisting after being launched
 * 3) Fixed an issue with the Spectre's engine sound persisting after battle
 * 4) Fixed an issue with the Kondor's engine sound persisting after battle
 * 5) Fixed an issue with Valkyrie sprites not reappearing after dying in a Go-Go Bar battle
 * 6) Multiple performance improvements

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October 3, 2013
<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Bug Fixes: <p style="text-align: center;">'<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '
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 * 1)  Fixed an issue that caused the cursor to jump when removing Units from Platoons.
 * 2) Fixed an issue that would sometimes cause players to crash after visiting a Friend's Base.
 * 3) Fixed an issue with unit voices still persisting when "Play Unit Voices" is set to off.
 * 4) Fixed an issue that would sometimes leave a player stuck in battle.
 * 5) Fixed an issue with Widowmaker audio.
 * 6) Fixed an issue with game music not muting correctly.
 * 7) Fixed an issue that caused players to get a red box error after returning from viewing a Friend's Base.
 * 8) Fixed some sound issues with the Attack Dog.
 * 9) Fixed an issue with the Plasma Turret sound looping.
 * 10) Fixed an issue with the Drone/Worker sounds persisting after leaving base.
 * 11) Fixed an issue that allowed players to pay for Event Prizes twice if they click the unlock button multiple times.

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September 25, 2013
<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">New Funtion: <span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Misc : <p style="text-align: center;">'<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '
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 * 1) The Halcyon can now be placed in the Drone Silo.
 * 1) Final Event has been Published ( Operation: Deadpoint 2 )

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September 18, 2013 (M)
<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">New or Updated Content: <span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Fixes : <p style="text-align: center;">'<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '
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 * 1) The Rhino and Hercules can now be customized in the Workshop.
 * 2) Medium, Large and Giant Thorium Deposits have been updated.
 * 1) Splash damage from Suicide Units now correctly affects Buildings.
 * 2) Fixed multiple cheats and exploits.

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September 12, 2013 (M)
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 * 1) <span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline;">Players are now able to loot up to 50% of another player’s Thorium.

<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Game Fixes : <p style="text-align: center;">'<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '
 * 1) <span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline;">Fixes for many cheats and hacks.
 * 2) <span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline;">A fix for an intermittent issues with some platoons not repairing instantly.
 * 3) <span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline;">Fixed an issue with Last Stand Defenders persisting at the end of a Go-Go Bar battle/Wave.

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September 5, 2013
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 * 1) Small Thorium Deposits will now spawn during drops  (Level locked for players 29 and below) 

<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Game Fixes : <p style="text-align: center;">'<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '
 * 1) Fixed an issue that allowed players to relocate through the Leaderboard when relocation is turned off
 * 2) Fixed an issue with the Go-Go Bar sprite moving when destroyed.
 * 3) Fixed an issue that sometimes caused player with Infamy to show 0 Infamy on the Leaderboard
 * 4) Fixed an issue that caused an incorrect amount of Infamy gain when the defender is below 50% health

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Month 0, 2013
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<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Game Fixes : <p style="text-align: center;">'<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '