During the new Escape from Tarkov wipe developers will show New Year special

Escape from Tarkov's highly anticipated wipe, originally slated for before the New Year, is officially confirmed! The update, driven by a simplified Kappa container quest, will commence on December 26th at 7:00 AM GMT / 2:00 AM EST. Following a maintenance period (estimated at 8 hours, though past updates have sometimes exceeded this), the game will be updated to version 0.16.0.0, with Tarkov Arena receiving version 0.2.5.0.

To bridge the downtime, Battlestate Games will host a New Year's Special on Twitch at 4:00 PM GMT / 11:00 AM EST. While details remain under wraps, players can anticipate exciting new content.

What's in Store for Update 0.16.0.0?

Version 0.16.0.0 underscores that the full game release remains on the horizon, likely pushing into 2025. Key anticipated features include:

• Unity 2022 Engine Transition: A long-awaited upgrade, potentially impacting performance and stability.
• Weapon Recoil System Overhaul: A significant change that will dramatically affect gameplay.
• New Weaponry: The RPG-26 is expected to join the arsenal.
• Customs Map Rework: Prepare for significant alterations to this popular map.
• Bug Fixes and Quality of Life Improvements: While welcome, engine upgrades can introduce unforeseen issues.

The update promises exciting changes and improvements, but players should be prepared for potential unforeseen challenges following the engine switch.