Patch 0.2.3.0 Now Live - Changelog #2

Published February 20, 2025UpdateShips version 0.2.3.0

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Hey, GZW Community,

Patch 0.2.3.0 is now live on the public branch. Download the update and dive in.

Thanks to your feedback, we quickly identified and fixed the issue with looting AI bodies in PvE mode. If you encounter any further problems, let us know!

This patch brings several key changes, including the first iteration of the highly requested repair system and fixes for numerous community-reported issues, such as AI improvements.

New Features & Balance Improvements

Repair, Don't Replace Say goodbye to constantly swapping out damaged gear. Our new Repair Feature lets you restore your worn-out equipment at the FOB. Remember that every repair slightly reduces the item's maximum durability. Choose wisely and keep your best gear in fighting shape.
Leveling Up with Vendors Made Easier We have made it smoother to build that crucial vendor progression. Now, selling items to vendors also earns you reputation points, not just buying. We have lowered the grind for Level 3 rep with Lab Rat, Artisan, Turncoat, and Banshee. Get those upgrades faster and stay mission-ready.
Disconnection Protection Losing connection shouldn't mean losing your life. Now, if you disconnect, your character disappears to avoid unfair deaths. Reconnect within 5 minutes, and you will pick up exactly where you left off. Survival should depend on skill, not internet hiccups.
Looting Made Smoother We have fine-tuned loot interactions, making grabbing those smaller, hard-to-click items easier. No more frustration when the prompt shows up, but the loot stays out of reach. If you see it, you can grab it.
Dead Bodies, New Rules All dead bodies now stay on the map for 1 hour. If you die more than once, your older bodies will remain lootable for others—but you can only loot your latest body. The interaction widget will clearly show which body you should recover. Play smart, and don't leave valuable loot behind.

Bug Fixes & Improvements

Fixed an issue causing the server hitboxes not to update properly during sprinting, crouching, and crawling
Fixed an issue causing the server to move the character’s upper body hitboxes when looking around using the freelook function as if the player was actually aiming
Fixed a crash when unplugging an audio device while running the game
Fixed an issue that caused increased RAM usage when using FSR and alt-tabbing from the game
Fixed an issue causing an Easy Anti-Cheat error after connecting to the server on computers with lower-end CPUs
Fixed an issue causing the quick map keybinding to stop working
Fixed an issue making players visible through certain short covers (bushes, etc.) under certain circumstances
Fixed an issue causing AI NPCs to sometimes float or fly in the air
Fixed an issue causing AI NPCs to fail to see players through glass. AI will now react properly to players behind windows or glass doors
Fixed an issue causing AI NPCs to aim too high in close-quarter engagements with players
Fixed an issue that reset the zeroing on sniper scopes after canting
Fixed an issue that caused the mortars not to trigger when approaching the enemy FOB
Fixed an issue that caused the mortars to activate when fighting near the motel on the road to the enemy FOB
Fixed an issue causing bullets not to penetrate some windows in UNLRA Headquarters in Tiger Bay
Fixed several locations in Fort Narith where windows were set up improperly, and AI NPCs were unable to see players through them
Fixed several locations in the starter towns where windows were set up improperly, and AI NPCs were unable to see players through them

If you encounter any further issues, please report them to our Customer Care. Your bug reports and feedback are invaluable in helping us improve Gray Zone Warfare: https://support.madfingergames.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

We’re committed to continually enhancing the Gray Zone Warfare experience and will keep working to improve the game. Development updates will be shared along the way, so stay tuned. Thank you for being part of this Early Access journey with us!

Every Move Matters, MADFINGER Games Team ‎

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New Features & Balance Improvements

Repair, Don't Replace Say goodbye to constantly swapping out damaged gear. Our new Repair Feature lets you restore your worn-out equipment at the FOB. Remember that every repair slightly reduces the item's maximum durability. Choose wisely and keep your best gear in fighting shape.

Leveling Up with Vendors Made Easier We have made it smoother to build that crucial vendor progression. Now, selling items to vendors also earns you reputation points, not just buying. We have lowered the grind for Level 3 rep with Lab Rat, Artisan, Turncoat, and Banshee. Get those upgrades faster and stay mission-ready.

Disconnection Protection Losing connection shouldn't mean losing your life. Now, if you disconnect, your character disappears to avoid unfair deaths. Reconnect within 5 minutes, and you will pick up exactly where you left off. Survival should depend on skill, not internet hiccups.

Looting Made Smoother We have fine-tuned loot interactions, making grabbing those smaller, hard-to-click items easier. No more frustration when the prompt shows up, but the loot stays out of reach. If you see it, you can grab it.

Dead Bodies, New Rules All dead bodies now stay on the map for 1 hour. If you die more than once, your older bodies will remain lootable for others—but you can only loot your latest body. The interaction widget will clearly show which body you should recover. Play smart, and don't leave valuable loot behind.

Bug Fixes & Improvements

Fixed an issue causing the server hitboxes not to update properly during sprinting, crouching, and crawling

Fixed an issue causing the server to move the character’s upper body hitboxes when looking around using the freelook function as if the player was actually aiming

Fixed a crash when unplugging an audio device while running the game

Fixed an issue that caused increased RAM usage when using FSR and alt-tabbing from the game

Fixed an issue causing an Easy Anti-Cheat error after connecting to the server on computers with lower-end CPUs

Fixed an issue causing the quick map keybinding to stop working

Fixed an issue making players visible through certain short covers (bushes, etc.) under certain circumstances

Fixed an issue causing AI NPCs to sometimes float or fly in the air

Fixed an issue causing AI NPCs to fail to see players through glass. AI will now react properly to players behind windows or glass doors

Fixed an issue causing AI NPCs to aim too high in close-quarter engagements with players

Fixed an issue that reset the zeroing on sniper scopes after canting

Fixed an issue that caused the mortars not to trigger when approaching the enemy FOB

Fixed an issue that caused the mortars to activate when fighting near the motel on the road to the enemy FOB

Fixed an issue causing bullets not to penetrate some windows in UNLRA Headquarters in Tiger Bay

Fixed several locations in Fort Narith where windows were set up improperly, and AI NPCs were unable to see players through them

Fixed several locations in the starter towns where windows were set up improperly, and AI NPCs were unable to see players through them

Every Move Matters, MADFINGER Games Team ‎