Crytek releases updated Crysis Wars patch #5 notes. The newest patch is scheduled for next Wednesday and it will come with a brand new map called Ruins and a mod SDK update as well.

Introduction

It's almost time for another patch, we've included some fixes that should really improve stability and remove the known exploits, there is also various updates which will be noticeable in-game and improve game balance. In addition to this we also have a new map release which you may have seen in our patch 1.5 update here. The patch will be available for download on Wednesday April 29th at 18:00 (CET).

Patch Notes

These are the updated patch notes as seen in the readme file with the patch.

General Fixes

* [ Fixed ] When spectating, buy menu won't switch tabs
* [ Fixed ] Occasional HUD buttons displacement
* [ Fixed ] Shoot + Zoom exploit with Sniper Rifle
* [ Fixed ] Potential renderer crash
* [ Fixed ] Score limit is correctly calculated in PowerStruggle
* [ Fixed ] Vehicle damage direction display
* [ Fixed ] Server crash when using last purchase to repeatedly buy vehicles

Updates and improvements

* [ Updated ] Added health bar of player who just killed you
* [ Updated ] Added automatic respawning in Instant Action/Team Instant Action, defaults to 20s after death
* [ Updated ] Added new visual hit indicator asset - shows whether you hit a player or a vehicle
* [ Updated ] Various messages for accessibility improvement
* [ Updated ] Reworked options menu

Balance

* [ Balance ] Increased melee damage, and improved its consistency

New Map

With this patch a new map arrives in the form of Ruins. This map is set in a church ruins environment and invites players to fight both inside and outside of the church itself. Below you can find screenshots and a flythrouh video.

Ruins Screenshots

Ruins Flythrough

Bonus

There will also be an update to the Crysis Wars mod SDK as well as shortly after the patch release we will be running a new competition, this will be centered around our new map so be sure to check back on MyCrysis for updates to both of these!

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