Battlefield 2042 Update 5.0.1 Patch Notes and Updates

Battlefield 2042 update 5.0.1 patch notes released

Battlefield 2042 developer DICE has revealed that the game’s upcoming update 5.0.1 will be released on Wednesday, June 21. The patch aims to address multiple quality of life issues, introduce balance adjustments, and more. The patch is expected to bring relatively minor changes, primarily focused on improving the overall gameplay experience and addressing specific issues reported by players.

While the exact details of the changes haven’t been specified yet, players can expect various quality-of-life improvements to enhance the game’s functionality and user interface. Balance adjustments are also planned to be included in the update, which may address any gameplay imbalances and fine-tune the mechanics of certain weapons, vehicles, or classes. These adjustments are intended to provide a fairer and more enjoyable experience for players across different game modes.

In addition to quality of life and balance changes, updates may also include bug fixes to address any technical issues or glitches players experience. These fixes range from minor graphics or audio glitches to more significant issues affecting gameplay.

While Battlefield 2042’s 5.0.1 update isn’t expected to bring a ton of content additions or major gameplay overhauls, it demonstrates DICE’s commitment to continually improving game performance, addressing player feedback, and improving the overall player experience. Once the patch is implemented, players can look forward to a more polished and enjoyable gaming environment.

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Battlefield 2042 Update 5.0.1 Patch Notes

Change log

artificial intelligence soldier

  • We’ve again told the troops to start making the prologue again and they will now build correctly and support you as expected.

small tools

  • Fixed an issue that caused some missiles and grenades to become offset from the weapon when moving and firing.
  • Fixed an issue that caused the SPH Explosive Launcher’s projectiles to explode immediately if the attached player died.

model

  • Fixed an issue that caused the capture target indicator to not display correctly when capturing a target.
  • Fixed an issue where unlocked gear received during a match could not be equipped.

expert

bulldozer

  • Fixed an issue that caused the Bulldozer’s ballistic shield to not play the critical hit animation correctly when taking direct damage from heavy projectiles such as rockets.
  • Fixed an issue that allowed bullets to pass through the Bulldozer’s ballistic shield depending on the time you joined the server.

Soldier

  • Fixed an issue that made it difficult to detect aircraft above targets.
  • Fixed an issue that would sometimes reward you with an assist on your own kill, or an assist on a teammate (or even on yourself, but not the Penguins. Stop trying to hurt them!)

arms

  • Fixed an issue that caused muzzle flash to occur with subsonic ammo on the DM7, AM40 and M5A3 when equipped with a suppressor

RM68

  • RM68 bullet speed reduced from 790 to 700
  • We have reduced the 4HK range for the following ammo types:
    • Standard ammo reduced from 40m to >30m
    • High powered ammo reduced from 50m to >40m
  • 4HK scope has been removed from CQB ammo

M416

  • M416 damage increased from 18 to 22 at 50m.
  • M416 damage increased from 15 to 18 at 75m and beyond.

MTAR21

  • The 4HK scope functionality was removed in MTAR21.

Dispersion and accuracy

  • Based on your feedback, we are making further adjustments to the distribution of several assault rifles, aiming to condense the best and worst performing weapons to provide a more balanced weapon supply.
  • Maximum dispersion increased by 9% for AK24, SFARM-GL and AEK
  • Maximum dispersion reduced by 8% for AC42, M16A3, M416 and MTAR21
  • Reduced scatter reset delay from 0.2 seconds to 0.1 seconds.

Developer Comment: Some delay is needed to ensure the dispersion does not reset between bullets, but instead recognizes the explosion taking place.

car

  • Fixed an issue with the CAV-Brawler unlock requirement where teammates deployed on MAV or EBLC-Ram were not correctly counted
  • Fixed an issue that caused the wave lines of the detection pulse to not be drawn on the minimap when using this ability in a car
  • If a vehicle is hacked while CWP is active, the cooldown will now be reset.

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Battlefield 2042

“Battlefield 2042” is a first-person shooter developed by DICE and published by Electronic Arts. Released in November 2021, the game is the twelfth major entry in the Battlefield series and is available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S platforms.

It is worth noting that “Battlefield 2042” is different from its predecessor in that it only focuses on multiplayer games and omits the single-player campaign. The game introduces cross-platform gameplay, allowing players on different platforms to fight together. While Battlefield 2042 received mixed reviews from critics, it also faced criticism from players due to technical issues, an apparent lack of features, and certain gameplay changes. The game failed to meet sales expectations set by Electronic Arts.

Despite the challenges, Battlefield 2042 continues to evolve through post-launch updates, patches, and tweaks made by the development team. These efforts are designed to address player concerns, improve technical stability, enhance gameplay, and provide players with a more satisfying experience.

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Battlefield 2042 gameplay

“Battlefield 2042” continues the tradition of previous first-person shooter games focusing on multiplayer games. The game is set in the near future and incorporates futuristic weapons, gadgets, and controllable vehicles. Players have access to a variety of tools such as deployable turrets, drones, and the ability to request a vehicle to be airdropped to any location. One notable addition is the “Plus” system, which allows players to customize their weapons on the fly.

The career system in Battlefield 2042 has undergone major changes. Instead of playing a predefined class, players take on the role of a specialist belonging to the four traditional Battlefield gaming professions: Assault, Engineer, Medic, and Recon. Specialists have the flexibility to use any unlocked weapons or gadgets, and each Specialist has unique skills and gadgets.For example, one specialist might be wearing a wingsuit, while another might be wielding a healing pistol

The game retains the “left evolution” and destructive environment in “Battlefield 4”, allowing players to experience a dynamic and ever-changing battlefield. Battlefield 2042 introduces extreme weather effects such as tornadoes and sandstorms that can impact gameplay. The game launches with seven maps available, including the vast “Breakaway” map, the largest in the history of the Battlefield series.

The game has three main game modes. “Total War” includes the “Breakthrough” and “Conquest” classic modes. Conquest involves a team capturing a control point, while Breakthrough requires one team to capture a control point defended by the other team. Both modes can be played with AI-controlled players.

The PlayStation 5, Windows and Xbox Series X/S versions support matches with up to 128 players, while the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions can accommodate up to 64 players. Battlefield 2042 introduces cross-platform play across PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S, but only for players on the same platform as PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.

The community-driven platform called Battlefield Portal allows players to create custom multiplayer modes and features maps from past Battlefield games such as Battlefield 1942, Battlefield: Bad Company 2, and Battlefield 3. This mode enables players to modify core gameplay elements through a web-based script application, including health, weapon loadouts, and movement.

The cooperative multiplayer mode Danger Zone involves teams racing to retrieve and extract data drives from falling satellite debris. AI-controlled enemy combatants guard the data drive. Successful withdrawals will earn players “Dark Market Points” that can be used to purchase new weapons and upgrades for the mode.

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