Insurgency Sandstorm Update 1.16 Patch Notes

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The 1.16 update has launched for Insurgency Sandstorm, and let’s go over the official patch notes mentioning what has arrived. Instead of bringing significant features and changes, this version focuses on reported issues after the latest update. For instance, the new version fixes an issue causing the AI to T-pose after death. Therefore, we recommend downloading the patch to receive these fixes for the game. Check out the Insurgency Sandstorm 1.16 update patch notes below.

Patch Notes for the Insurgency Sandstorm 1.16 Update

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Resolved Issues

Art & Graphics

Resolved an issue with explosive damage, not damaging destructible/dynamic objects
Resolved an issue with explosives wrapping around objects.
Resolved an issue with distant LOD in scopes not loading while using PIP scope settings.
Resolved an issue where FOV settings would reduce scopes’ view.
Resolved an issue where Technicals had no collision with bullets and projectiles.
Resolved an issue causing the MDR to perform an empty mag reload while using a grip.
Resolved an issue while using PIP mode, and FOV is 70; a lens effect was present.
Resolved an issue with the M4A1/M16A4 1x scopes having a slight shift to the left when aiming
Resolved an issue with the MDR and SG 552 fast reload being cropped in first person.
Resolved an issue causing grenades to have a delay when throwing back a grenade.
Resolved an issue where the full reload animation would play instead of fast reload
Resolved an issue where weapons would no longer drop from the characters’ hands.

Gameplay Improvements

Resolved an issue causing AI to T-pose after death.
Resolved an issue where players could scavenge an infinite amount of explosive ammo
Resolved an issue where flashbangs would blind players for an extended period of time.
Resolved an issue causing the C4 and IED explosion radius to be too small.

Level Design Improvements & Fixes

Resolved an issue with players falling through terrain on Last Light.
Resolved an issue where players were able to destroy the last objective across the map on Last Light.

UI / UX

Resolved an issue where party members were showing as placeholder text.
Resolved an issue where the compass would not disappear while using the radial comms menu
Resolved an issue where players could move the death cam around freely
Resolved an issue where ammo carriers would give 1 less magazine than they used to.
Resolved an issue where players could not change the radial menu settings.
Resolved an issue causing players being unable to deploy
Resolved an issue that caused all Save data to be deleted.

Miscellaneous

Resolved an issue with the Japanese font being incorrect
Resolved an issue with the Operation: Accolade DLC not appearing in the Steam store.
Resolved an issue where the EAC splash screen was not the new key art.
Fixed an issue where players were able to disable flashbangs through the console commands