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During the new Escape from Tarkov wipe developers will show New Year special

by Camila Jan 24,2025

Escape from Tarkov's wipe, initially slated for pre-New Year's, is officially confirmed for December 26th at 7:00 AM GMT / 2:00 AM EST, driven by the simplified Kappa container quest. The update will bring the game to version 0.16.0.0 (Tarkov Arena to 0.2.5.0).

Expect approximately 8 hours of downtime, though past updates have sometimes exceeded this timeframe. To compensate, Battlestate Games is hosting a New Year's Special Twitch stream at 4:00 PM GMT / 11:00 AM EST. The stream's content remains undisclosed, but players anticipate additional game-related announcements.

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What's New in Update 0.16.0.0?

The 0.16.0.0 version number confirms the full game release remains pending, likely pushing into 2025. However, several significant updates are expected:

Unity 2022 Engine Transition: A long-awaited upgrade, though its implementation might introduce unforeseen challenges.
Weapon Recoil Overhaul: A major gameplay adjustment with potential for significant impact on player performance.
New Weaponry: The addition of weapons like the RPG-26 is anticipated.
Customs Map Rework: Expect substantial modifications to the popular Customs map.
Bug Fixes and Quality-of-Life Improvements: While numerous fixes are confirmed, the engine upgrade might inadvertently introduce new bugs.