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Escape from Tarkov

Platform(s): PC
Genre: Online Multiplayer
Developer: Battlestate Games
Release Date: 2017

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'Escape from Tarkov' Closed Beta Update Adds New Weapons, Features, And Prepares for Open Beta

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2017 @ 9:43 p.m. PDT

Escape from Tarkov is a narrative MMO mix of FPS/TPS and RPG genres, where you find yourself in a modern Russian city sunk into anarchy: only the fittest will solve the mysteries of Tarkov and get out alive.

Escape from Tarkov pushes the boundaries of genres and offers a new kind of gameplay based on a multitude of tactical and combat factors and the use of additional modules that improve game realism.

Events take place in a realistic setting in the Russian city of Tarkov. Main characters work for two private military companies locked in bloody conflict on the streets of the settlement surrounded by UN forces and Russian Military. Players need to find a way out of the isolated Tarkov, survive the deadly hazards and unearth all mysteries of the city. Following the wildly twisted plot, heroes of Escape from Tarkov meet many dangers – from hostile mercenaries of enemy faction to aggressive environment. Death may come suddenly in a multitude of ways: character may perish because of consequences of different injuries, illnesses, exhaustion and radiation poisoning.

To survive in a harsh and unpredictable world, players use numerous MMO system modules: users can control all actions and movements of their character and choose from a wide range of behaviors and tactics.

Escape from Tarkov's Hazardous Environment Combat Simulator employs a number of custom system modules to create incredibly immersive gameplay and make players feel the reality of what is happening in the game.

Battlestate Games has rolled out a major update for EFT with over 70 new items and enhanced early access sets.

The game now features more than 70 new items, new weapons including AKM and its civilian options as well as silenced DVL-10 M1 "SABOTEUR" rifle. Players now have access to the full system of gestures and voice commands in order to improve communication in game, as well as advanced weapon handling with new weapon mechanics blind-fire and stock folding/unfolding. We also updated the functionality of grenades, armor and the character damage systems. On top of that, there were major improvements made to AI, improvements in RAM usage optimization and other significant bug fixes and adjustments of in game mechanics. We also improved and upgraded the player starting gear in each pre-order edition with new equipment, money, items and increased stash sizes. Complete list of the latest changes is available on the project Forum and official social media.

The next important stage in project development will start with the Open Beta, which is scheduled for launch at the end of 2017. By that time, the game will be expanded with new game mechanics, improvements of existing ones, more optimizations of graphics and network components, as well as additional game content, including new weapons and locations.

Also, in the coming months, we plan to localize the game into new languages, including German, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese (Simplified), Polish, Czech, Portuguese, Japanese, and Korean.


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