Tarkov Update Introduces Festive Cheer for New Wipe

Escape from Tarkov's wipe, originally slated for pre-New Year's release due to a simplified Kappa container quest, now has a confirmed launch time: December 26th, 7:00 AM GMT / 2:00 AM EST. Following an approximately 8-hour maintenance period (though past updates have sometimes taken longer), the game will update to version 0.16.0.0 (Tarkov Arena to 0.2.5.0).

To compensate for downtime, Battlestate Games will host a New Year's Special Twitch stream at 4:00 PM GMT / 11:00 AM EST. While specifics remain undisclosed, players can anticipate additional content.

What's New in Update 0.16.0.0?

Version 0.16.0.0 confirms the full game release remains pending, likely until 2025. However, several key features are anticipated:

• Unity 2022 Engine Transition: A long-awaited upgrade, although delays are possible.
• Weapon Recoil System Overhaul: A significant change with potentially major gameplay implications.
• New Weaponry: The RPG-26 is a strong contender for inclusion.
• Customs Map Rework: Expect substantial modifications to this popular map.
• Bug Fixes and Quality of Life Improvements: While the engine upgrade might introduce new issues, numerous existing bugs are slated for resolution.