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Escape from Tarkov: Arena update changes hit registration so bullets fired before death still count

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Escape from Tarkov: Arena update changes hit registration so bullets fired before death still count. New weapons join BlastGang mode while hit registration logic shifts to process post- death bullets.

Escape from Tarkov: Arena update changes hit registration so bullets fired before death still count
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Battlestate Games updated Escape from Tarkov: Arena with changes that directly affect how players eliminate opponents in matches. The studio shifted the hit registration logic so that bullets fired before a shooter dies continue to process until their trajectory ends. This adjustment means players can now score kills even after their own character has been defeated, which changes the outcome of close-quarters engagements. This adjustment aims to prevent players from losing engagements due to latency issues instead of skill deficits.

New weapons added to BlastGang mode alongside experimental hit registration changes

The update also expands the weapon roster available in BlastGang mode. Battlestate Games added seven new firearm models to the mix, including the MP7A1, MP7A2, AK-50, Mk18 Mjolnir, APS, APB, and TT-33. These additions give players more variety in loadouts for this specific game mode. The added weapons are available for use within the BlastGang mode.

The developers implemented the new hit registration system as an experimental feature. They stated that they are studying player feedback to determine if further adjustments are necessary. This means the current behavior is not final and could change based on community response. The developers describe the updated hit registration system as experimental and are monitoring player feedback for potential future adjustments.

Beyond gameplay changes, the update addresses several technical issues that affected player interaction. The studio fixed a bug that prevented users from reporting other players or adding them as friends through the match history screen. They also eliminated memory leaks that occurred when players sequentially entered matches using the next game button. These fixes improve the stability of the client and restore social features that were previously broken.

We covered the last Escape from Tarkov: Arena update, and several of the same balance and stability themes came up. This new patch continues that trend by tweaking core mechanics and fixing persistent bugs. The updated hit registration logic applies to all matches, affecting how bullets fired before a player's death are processed. The technical fixes ensure smoother session transitions and restore essential social tools.

Source: IXBT

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