Summary
- A new hotfix for World War Z: Aftermath addresses bugs specifically in Extinction Mode.
- General gameplay improvements have been made to enhance the player’s experience.
- Quality-of-life upgrades include a visually improved Community Challenge goal counter.
Saber Interactive has announced a significant update for World War Z: Aftermath aimed at fixing various gameplay issues. The hotfix primarily targets problems within World War Z’s Extinction Mode while also providing several gameplay improvements and a quality of life enhancement.
Originally launched in 2019, World War Z is a co-op shooter inspired by the 2013 film, placing players in frantic action against large zombie hordes in various cities like New York, Tokyo, and Jerusalem. The developers continue to update the game to keep players engaged, such as in the recent Battle for Arizona update, which added new content and character customizations.
Hotfix Details
The latest update primarily focuses on fixing bugs that players have reported. These include:
- Fixing rewards for game completions during episode rotations.
- Correcting misleading pop-up messages for players lacking certain DLC.
- Improvements to the functionality of the join invites for players without Extinction Mode.
- Enhancements to the pop-up confirmation for unavailable modes.
General Improvements
Besides the focus on Extinction Mode, the update refines various gameplay experiences, including:
- Resolving the issue preventing players from earning the ‘Memento Mori’ frame upon joining games.
- Fixing navigation issues within the customization menus.
- Enhancements to the mutator mechanics for more engaging gameplay.
These changes complement the previous January update, which similarly emphasized fixing bugs and enhancing user experience in the game.
