Update 9.12.0
Sponsor Showdown event launches with a massive 10x scoring buff for Point Break objectives and a critical fix for West Coast server lag.
Key Changes
- 1Sponsor Showdown event and leaderboard now live.
- 2Point Break objective scores increased by 10x (e.g., Grand Vault capture from 100 to 1,000).
- 3West Coast server cluster lag issue fixed.
- 4Chun Jie Bonus XP event provides up to 200% XP for Daily Contracts.
- 5Re-enabled the 'Duck and Cover' map variant.
- 6New 'Chart-Stopper' emote added for all 'Chart-Topper' owners.
- 7Twitch Drops enabled for three new cosmetic items.
- 8Fang Wai City out-of-bounds collision and backdrop loading fixed.
- 9M11 weapon skins received visual improvements.
- 10Lunar New Year lanterns removed and standard map rotation restored.
All Changes
🏆Events(5)
- newSponsor Showdown: Sponsor Showdown event is now live, allowing players to earn Fans for their chosen sponsor.
- newSponsor Showdown: A live leaderboard has been added for the Sponsor Showdown event.
- buffChun Jie: Chun Jie event now grants 200% XP for Daily Contracts.
- buffChun Jie: Chun Jie event now grants 150% XP for gameplay.
- buffChun Jie: Chun Jie event now grants 150% Fans for gameplay.
🎮Game Modes(4)
- buffPoint Break: Objective Score for capturing Grand Vaults increased from 100 to 1,000.
- buffPoint Break: Objective Score for eliminating opponents near Grand Vaults increased from 25 to 250.
- buffPoint Break: Objective score for capturing objectives increased by 10x.
- buffPoint Break: Objective score for eliminating opponents near objectives increased by 10x.
⚙️Performance(1)
- fixWest Coast Servers: Fixed a server cluster issue impacting the West Coast that caused significant lag from Feb 12-25.
🗺️Maps(5)
- removeMaps: Removed Lunar New Year lanterns from all maps.
- changeMaps: Restored standard map rotation and blue healing visuals in Seoul, Monaco, and Las Vegas.
- newDuck and Cover: Re-enabled the Duck and Cover map variant.
- fixFang Wai City: Fixed missing collision in Fang Wai City that allowed players to go out of bounds.
- fixFang Wai City: Fixed an issue where the ocean backdrop in Fang Wai City would sometimes fail to load.
👕Cosmetics(6)
- changeM11: Improved visuals on multiple skins for the M11.
- fixCosmetics: Fixed an issue where the stomach appeared compressed when wearing certain skirts with crop tops.
- newChart-Topper: Added the Chart-Stopper Emote; owners of Chart-Topper now receive both versions.
- changeWise-Wing Jumper: Removed compatibility with crossbody items on the Wise-Wing Jumper to reduce mesh clipping.
- fixRenegade Wrap: Fixed clipping on the Renegade Wrap Playful Spirit top to improve appearance in low settings.
- fixFinal Mantra: Fixed a visible hole on the Final Mantra outfit.
💰Store(2)
- newExtracurricular Crew Set: Added the Extracurricular Crew Set to the store.
- newUnquenchable Set: Added the OSPUZE Unquenchable Set to the store.
💜Twitch Drops(3)
- newFree Advice Emblem: Added the 'Free Advice' Emblem as a Twitch Drop reward.
- newWing It Protocol Top: Added the 'Wing It Protocol' Top as a Twitch Drop reward.
- newPrecision Protocol Hoodie: Added the 'Precision Protocol' Hoodie as a Twitch Drop reward.
🖥️UI(1)
- fixUI: Fixed an issue where Multibucks rewards did not display quantity or rarity.
Summary
Sponsor Showdown & Progression
Update 9.12.0 introduces the Sponsor Showdown event, where contestants represent their favorite sponsors to climb a new global leaderboard. To help players finish their Battle Pass, the Chun Jie event provides significant progression boosts, including 200% XP for Daily Contracts and 150% XP/Fans for general gameplay.
Gameplay & Performance
The Point Break game mode has received a substantial scoring overhaul, increasing objective-related points by 1,000% to better reward active play. Additionally, developers have resolved a critical server cluster issue that caused significant lag for West Coast players between February 12-25.
Map & Cosmetic Updates
The Arena has returned to its standard appearance with the removal of Lunar New Year decorations and the restoration of blue healing visuals. Several cosmetic fixes address clipping issues, and the Chart-Topper emote has been expanded into two distinct versions for all owners.