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Dying Light 2 Hotfix 1.29.1 Fixes Crashes in Mod.io Maps

Simon Ellis 2 min read

Dying Light 2 hotfix 1.29.1 is live, fixing crashes and freezes in the mod.io maps gallery. Update 1.97/1.097 addresses UV light bugs and stability.

Dying Light 2 Hotfix 1.29.1 Fixes Crashes in Mod.io Maps
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Techland released a new hotfix for Dying Light 2 on Aug. 7, targeting stability issues that disrupt the player experience. This update addresses specific crashes and freezes that occur within the mod.io maps screens gallery, which is a common area for community-created content. Players who rely on these user-generated maps will see immediate improvements in session reliability without needing to reinstall the game.

Dying Light 2 gameplay screenshot
Dying Light 2 players can now access mod.io content with improved stability.

Techland patches stability issues in community content gallery

The hotfix is version 1.29.1 and applies globally across all platforms. It corresponds to the broader update package labeled 1.97/1.097. Techland deployed this patch to resolve technical friction points that were preventing smooth gameplay in specific modded environments.

According to the developer, this hotfix fixes the UV light bug, various crashes, and freezes in http://mod.io maps screens gallery. The team focused these changes on the technical stability of the mod integration layer rather than introducing new gameplay features. This targeted approach ensures that existing community content remains accessible and functional.

This release follows a larger patch (1.96/1.096) released last week that included balance improvements, UV lighting aesthetic changes, and Viral Rush mode adjustments. When we covered the last Dying Light 2 update, several of the same balance and stability themes came up. The current hotfix serves as a corrective measure to the previous week's broader changes.

The update is now live for all players. Techland continues to iterate on Dying Light 2's technical foundation to support both standard gameplay and the modding community. Players should apply this hotfix to ensure the best experience with mod.io content.

Source: MP1ST

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