In this patch, alongside visual updates to grenades and weakening effects of Viper's Poison Cloud, there are visual updates to Snakebite Shorty, confirmation of the VCT tournament format, and information on in-game match display after the start of VCT KICKOFF. The Hub is restored, and other errors are fixed.

This patch mainly comprises minor changes. Check out updates related to Viper, the ESPORTS Hub, which will debut online in the VCT 2024 season, and much more.

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Agent Changes

Viper

• Updated model for Viper's "Poison Cloud" (Q) dispenser.

Other

• Updated visual design of corruption effect – it will now be more noticeable and vivid.

Cosmetic Item Changes

• Updated model for the Shorty "Snakebite."

Esports Features

Esports Hub

Throughout the VCT 2024 season, the Esports Hub will once again be available – now with new and improved features.

• You can get all the details about the VCT format and follow the progress of partner teams competing in four international leagues. The first event will be the VCT Playoff Tournament.
• VCT Playoff matches will commence on February 16 in the VCT America league. Shortly after, leagues from VCT Oceania, VCT EMEA, and VCT China will join the fray.
• Throughout the season, the Esports Hub will host global tournaments – such as VCT Masters Madrid. For these tournaments, we've created even more advanced visualization and convenient grid displays, so you won't miss a thing.
• With direct stream tags and filters on the schedule page, you'll always be up to date with matches happening in real-time. You'll be able to switch to stream pages directly from the game client.

Bug Fixes

Gameplay

• Fixed an issue where kill messages would combine values for killing two or more opponents simultaneously when using area-effect abilities.
• Fixed an issue where Automatic Re-Aim settings were not updating correctly.

Player Behavior

• Fixed an issue where links to Terms of Service and Penalty FAQs were not localized for regions.