The most significant change in this patch addresses the Outpost map. Specifically, players had discovered out-of-bounds geometry exploits near the Pinwheel and Dormitories areas, allowing some Runners to gain unfair advantages or hide in spots where they couldn't be easily engaged. These have been plugged, forcing everyone back into the intended combat lanes where the risk-versus-reward of extraction actually matters.
For those leaning into the utility meta, the Pickpocket Drone received a critical fix. Previously, the drone's cooldown would refresh incorrectly when timing out, leading to unintended uptime. This fix ensures that utility management remains a tactical decision rather than a spamable advantage. Additionally, the experimental duo queue matchmaking has seen its timers corrected, which should lead to more accurate wait times for pairs heading into the ruins.
Quality of life also took a front seat with several UI and economy fixes. The contract system was particularly messy, with a bug showing a "+1 week" reroll timer that confused players trying to cycle their objectives. This has been resolved along with general crashes and lobby-kick issues that were hampering the flow of consecutive runs. Whether you are hunting alien artifacts or just trying to survive a crew of three, the increased stability makes for a much smoother extraction experience.
Soren