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==[https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/503954252358483995 2.32]==

===Features & Improvements (15)===
* Players will now receive squad camp notifications if their squad camp is destroyed or not set up.
* On spawn, players will now get notified to join a random spawn camp, if one exists.
* Players will now receive a one-time notification to open the controls panel when spawning in.
* Added gameplay hint when switching combat modes while holding a firearm. This can be disabled via the 'Reload Hint' game option.
* Added a separate game option for controller invert camera Y.
* Aim sensitivity will now kick in faster when aiming.
* Pressing 'Esc' or 'Cancel' while spectating will now open the pause menu instead of directly taking you to the faction selection screen.
* Adjusted the collider of the frontlines squad camp tables.
* Improved responsiveness of the store page grid.
* Restructured game options menu.
* Updated method of viewing regiments using controller to increase responsiveness.
* Character preview camera (Barracks and Spawn Menu) will no longer read inputs if the on-screen keyboard is showing.
* Improved the experience when using the regiment registry banner colour pickers when using controllers.
* Increased opacity of regiment registry popups.
* Mouse input is now disabled while using a controller. This fixes an issue when using controllers that have an integrated touch pad (DualSense, DualShock 4).

===Gameplay (2)===
* Reduced squad camp ability cooldown to 2 minutes.
* Updated the classes that are allowed to spawn on squad camps:
:> Light Infantry from 3 to Unlimited
:> Rifleman from 0 to 3 [NEW]
:> Musician from 2 to 3
:> Flag Bearer from 1 to 2
:> Surgeon from 1 to 2
:> Carpenter from 1 to 2
:> Sergeant from 1 to 2

===Bug Fixes (24)===
* Fixed exception that caused mod maps with capture points to fail to load.
* Improved interaction validation for built sapper objects (tables, chairs, etc.).
* Fixed several instances of outdated player data being displayed (regiment data, daily orders, order progress).
* Fixed cases where certain barracks items would not immediately refresh upon purchasing DLC.
* Blocked players will now not receive any communication from the players that blocked them.
* Fixed an issue with music player tracks not being able to be removed from the playlist on controller.
* Trimmed excessively long regiment tags, ranks and name formats when displaying player names.
* Ensured that regiment tags and ranks can only be displayed once in a regiment name format.
* Ensured that the player name is always displayed even if it's not included in the regiment name format.
* The player name will now be easily distinguishable in a regiment name format by adding spaces when necessary.
* Fixed corpses not being affected by the corpse lifetime property.
* Fixed a XP exploit using the surgeon class.
* Fixed missing kill log sprite icons when killing mounted cavalry.
* Fixed players being able to navigate to disabled menu tabs using controllers.
* Fixed leaderboards background inconsistencies.
* Fixed an UI issue when joining in the middle of the round end phase.
* Fixed several controller navigation issues while in the Regiment Registry.
* Fixed regiment name format preview not changing when updating the format text field.
* Fixed multiple instances where pressing certain controller buttons would remove navigation from the on-screen keyboard.
* Fixed store diamond notification not hiding when navigating to the store using controller in the main menu.
* Fixed being able to map vote while the pause menu is opened.
* Fixed character animation stuttering when scrolling through the regiment registry members.
* Fixed an exception that occurred if the healing target disconnects.
* Fixed flipped head rewards for regiment and discord feats.

==[https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/503952350215405794 2.31]==

===Features & Improvements (14)===
* Extended capture zones for all Invasion maps which feature a beach landing on Frontlines. These extended points are represented by additional flags.
* Enemy player cards will now show on screen when you gather a kill.
:» Should you not be up for the party, you can disable this function through the game's settings.
* Introduced an indicator when attaching and detaching bayonets.
* Introduced unique icons to distinguish between the reloading of firearms and detaching or attaching bayonets.
* Introduced an indicator when entering strafing mode on horseback.
* Capturing the last point on the Army Siege game mode will now immediately end the match.
* The player's soldier rank is now shown on the death screen.
* Improved the jump animation while unarmed.
* Improved the jump animation while holding a pistol.
* Improved the animation while walking unarmed.
* Players are now limited to posting once every 5 minutes in the Recruitment chat.
* The rotation speed for the block and default melee stance are now identical.
* Improved map voting. Reduced instances of the same maps coming into play too often.
* Improved map weather randomisation to feature fewer occurrences of night and rain presets.

===Gameplay (30)===
* Moved Archipelago from Low to Medium and High server population.
* Moved Foxhole from Medium to High server population.
* Performed several map balancing changes on Estate.
* Performed reinforcement rebalance changes on Estate.
* Reduced the round time to 30 minutes on Estate.
* Performed several map balancing changes on Over The Top.
* Performed reinforcement rebalance changes on Over The Top.
* Performed reinforcement rebalance changes on Kingsman Bay.
* Moved frigate-only rotations on Naval Warfront to Medium from Low server population.
* Changed rotation 18 on Naval Warfront from 2-Gun Schooners to 13-Gun Brig-Sloops.
* Removed some fences near fields on Hills of Tyrol allowing for better player movement.
* Performed several map balancing changes on Lindisfarne.
* Introduced more entry points to St Peter's buildings allowing for better player movement.
* Introduced ladders outside of the B point on Camp Salamanca when the Army Siege game mode is in play.
* Performed several map balancing changes on Fort Imraan.
* Artillery guns on Estate are no longer able to target the invader ship spawn.
* Artillery guns on Heroes Landing are no longer able to target the invader ship spawn.
* Introduced more limitations to tent spawning on Camp Salamanca.
* Lowered defences on the last point on Fort Darial allowing players to fire behind cover.
* Replaced one Howitzer with a Field Gun on Fort Schwarz.
* Adjusted default values for controllers.
* You now press instead of hold to open the scoreboard when playing on a controller.
* Improved firearm aiming sensitivity when playing on a controller.
* Reduced the hits Trench Raiders can take from 3 to 2.
* Increased swimming speed by 20%.
* Officers will now listen to Officer's chat by default.
* Reduced the hits it takes to build Sapper walls and shooting platforms from 25 to 15 hits.
* Spectating another player now shows their soldier rank.
* Moved the controls screen to the escape menu for easier accessibility.
* Introduced 2 additional FOL (Fire out of Line) settings for community events.

===Optimisations (4)===
* Issued multiple RAM-oriented optimisations.
* Reduced game disk size from 21.3 GB to 18.2 GB.
* Reduced server disk size from 11.4 GB to 8.4 GB.
* Upgraded the game engine.

===Bug Fixes (94)===
* Solved an issue where mounted players would T-pose if they die at the same time as the horse they're riding.
* Solved an issue where dismounted cavalrymen would no longer be able to deal damage with their swords.
* Solved an issue where the cooldown timer for the surrender emote wasn't working as intended.
* And many more bug fixes. See the [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/503952350215405794 full patch notes] for details.

==[https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/520836408602001442 2.30]==

===Optimisations (3)===
* Multiple additions targeting RAM optimisations.
* FSR 1.0 is now enabled by default instead of FSR 3.0 on Potato and Very Low settings.
* Updated the list of GPUs that determine which preset the game launches with on first launch.

===Bug Fixes (24)===
* Solved an issue where using the in-game report a player function disconnects you from the server.
* Solved an issue which intermittently caused performance to degrade.
* Solved an issue which caused player movement to appear jittery.
* And many more bug fixes. See the [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/520836408602001442 full patch notes] for details.

==2.29.2==

===Optimisations (3)===
* A smoother gameplay experience thanks to optimisations in CPU, GPU, and RAM utilisation.
* Reduced the game's file size.
* Fewer instances of memory leaks.

===Features & Improvements (7)===
* You can now report other players through the 'P' menu.
* Updated localisation thanks to the assistance of our beloved community.
* A community feat unlock for individuals who join a regiment.
* A community feat unlock for individuals who join the wider community on the official Discord.
* Introduced additional feats and rewards for outstanding contributions to the Holdfast community.
* Reorganised the game settings for easier access and introduced controller deadzone visibility.
* Introduced support for additional characters to improve localisation.

===Bug Fixes (7)===
* Solved several exceptions on the client-side.
* Solved issues with the admin kill log panel.
* And more. See the full patch notes for details.

==2.29==

===Features & Improvements (1)===
* Performed a multitude of changes to master audio and improve voice chat legibility.

===Gameplay Additions (4)===
* Adjusted the collisions on Engineer-built sandbags.
* Reduced the damage Trench Raiders can tank when shot at by firearms.
* Players can now change weapons while the Officer Orders 'Q' menu is open.
* Reload indicator tips no longer show if the player runs out of ammunition.

===Bug Fixes (9)===
* Solved multiple recurring exceptions on the client.
* Solved an issue which infrequently caused the server to hang.
* And more. See the full patch notes for details.

==[https://steamcommunity.com/games/589290/partnerevents/preview/503937932384534881 2.28]==

===Gameplay Additions (9)===
* Adjusted weather preset frequency on Frontlines maps.
* Multiple gameplay balance changes to Red Tides, Stalemate, Estate, Archipelago, and Countryside.
* Reduced HE grenade count from 2 to 1.
* Trench Raiders can no longer select smoke grenades.
* Loudhailer audio has been tweaked to become less overpowering.

===Optimisation (2)===
* Optimised smoke particle effects.
* Optimised steamboat chimney smoke.

===Bug Fixes (10)===
* Solved an issue with props remaining floating on Red Tides.
* Solved issues with player spawn positions when a part of a squad.
* And more. See the full patch notes for details.

==[https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/503937773532610926 2.27]==

===Features & Improvements (14)===
* A new class! Storm the trenches as the armoured Trench Raider class.
* 10 new maps with the Frontlines 2.0 update: Red Tides, Stalemate, Requiem, Depot, Kingsman Bay, Over The Top, Junction, Estate, Archipelago, and Charleville.
* Overhauled existing Frontlines maps based on community feedback.
* Bark orders or hail from afar with the brand-new loudhailer!
* Winter Uniforms are now available to unlock for the Rifleman class.
* Completely overhauled all WW1 rifles.
* A plethora of new weapons unlocks for rifles and shotguns.
* Assist beachhead landings with the new 2-Gun Artillery Steamboat.
* Hop on the new Coast Gun.
* Defend the shoreline with the new anti-infantry 3-inch Artillery piece.
* Multiple orders and feats to unlock specific to Frontlines.
* Several new banners, portraits and medals to customise your player card with.
* The culinary-accurate frying pan is now available on Frontlines.
* A rather raunchy surprise.

===Bug Fixes (19)===
* See the [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/503937773532610926 full patch notes] for details.

==[https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/4446837338576782057 2.26]==

===Features & Improvements (9)===
* Introduced the 'Building Legacy' feat-chain rewarding players with shillings for acquiring class levels.
* Gameplay adjustments to Fort Schwarz when played on the Army Siege game mode.
* You can now view your class level's XP by hovering on the LVL icon.
* Reduced the requirements of the 'Might & Discipline' feat chain.
* And more. See the full patch notes for details.

===Bug Fixes (32)===
* Solved an issue with soldier rank displaying incorrectly.
* And many more. See the [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/4446837338576782057 full patch notes] for details.

==[https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/7165884436587741619 2.25]==

===Features & Improvements (14)===
* Over 100 field orders to complete on the battlefields of Holdfast rewarding you with shillings.
* Use your hard-earned shillings to unlock a plethora of new cosmetics.
* Show your might and mettle through feats of strength.
* Daily missions replacing the daily experience system.
* A complete redesign of the Barracks UI.
* Bashing an unknown fellow with a frying pan? We got you sorted.
* Steam achievements now properly unlock.
* And more. See the [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/7165884436587741619 full patch notes] for details.

==[https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/4592071446743902639 2.23 & 2.24]==

===Features & Improvements (3)===
* Improved performance on high player count servers.
* Improved performance on maps utilizing ships.
* Solved another instance of performance degradation.

===Bug Fixes (6)===
* See the [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/4592071446743902639 full patch notes] for details.

==[https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/4584188879514575719 2.22]==

===Features & Improvements (17)===
* A long-awaited queue system.
* A massive expansion to game levels on the Nations At War front featuring 8 new maps.
* Squad camps are now featured in the Army Siege game mode.
* Redesigned oak biomes.
* Players can now join a squad by interacting directly with an Officer or their squad camp.
* A new 'Reinforce' order is now available to Officers.
* Reactive faction balance functionality.
* Interactable objects will now be highlighted.
* And more. See the [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/4584188879514575719 full patch notes] for details.

==[https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/4584188879496362997 2.21.2]==

===Features & Improvements (2)===
* Holdfast is now fully playable on the Steam Deck!
* Various tweaks and adjustments to UI.

==[https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/4223895201267936824 2.21]==

===Features & Improvements (7)===
* Holdfast now features full controller support thanks to the addition of an on-screen keyboard.
* You can now control ship sails when using a controller.
* You can now adjust the game's UI scale.
* And more. See the [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/4223895201267936824 full patch notes] for details.

==[https://steamcommunity.com/games/589290/announcements 2.20]==

===Bug Fixes (12)===
* Solved an issue that degraded server performance over time.
* And more. See the full patch notes for details.

==[https://steamcommunity.com/games/589290/announcements 2.19]==

===Features & Improvements (60)===
* Introducing Drill Grounds - the largest map to date designed for the ultimate roleplay experience.
* Bonnie Crags - a new linebattle map.
* A complete redesign of all plains maps based on community feedback.
* An overhaul to the first-person camera.
* All Napoleonic firearms have been freshly re-modelled and re-textured.
* Feature-full controller support.
* Officer and Captain classes now have the 'Personal Courier' ability.
* Heavily expanded on the toolset available to event hosts and server administrators.
* And much more. See the full patch notes for details.

==[https://steamcommunity.com/games/589290/announcements 2.18]==

===Bug Fixes (7)===
* Solved several issues with the regiment registry.
* Solved several code exceptions.
* And more. See the full patch notes for details.

==[https://steamcommunity.com/games/589290/announcements 2.17]==

===Backend (1)===
* Introducing additional security measures due to targeted DDOS attacks.

==[https://steamcommunity.com/games/589290/announcements/detail/3966050174818071180 2.16]==

===Features & Improvements (7)===
* Upgraded FSR 2.0 to FSR 3.0.
* Upgraded DLSS to 3.5.10.
* And more. See the [https://steamcommunity.com/games/589290/announcements/detail/3966050174818071180 full patch notes] for details.

==[https://steamcommunity.com/games/589290/announcements/detail/3909752009314202982 2.15]==

===Features & Improvements (11)===
* Napoleon's Rise DLC!
* The Holdfast OST 'The Plight of War'.
* A new map featuring the streets of Empire.
* A new rendering pipeline with DLSS and FSR 2.0.
* Major game engine upgrade.
* And more. See the [https://steamcommunity.com/games/589290/announcements/detail/3909752009314202982 full patch notes] for details.

==[https://steamcommunity.com/games/589290/announcements/detail/6136773236746953332 2.14]==

===Features & Improvements===
* Soldier medals make a comeback! Rank your favourite soldiers through 75 levels.
* Spectate and free roam modes feature new functionality.
* Reintroduced the feature allowing event hosts to show rules on-screen.

==[https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/3680059005332281063 2.13]==

===Features & Improvements===
* Introduced 2 new crosshairs - 'Nail' and 'Fixate'.
* Customizable health bar styles: 'Solid', 'Gradient' or 'Dynamic'.

===Optimisation===
* Multiple optimisation passes for performance.
* Optimised maps featuring the snow biome.

==[https://steamcommunity.com/games/589290/announcements/detail/6926004339908633084 2.12]==

===Features & Improvements===
* The Howitzer!
* The Barracks!
* Player Cards!
* Random Map Vote!
* A Fresh UI!
* Seasonal Global and Regiment Leaderboards!
* Explosion Knockbacks.
* In-Game Store.
* And much more. See the [https://steamcommunity.com/games/589290/announcements/detail/6926004339908633084 full patch notes] for details.

==[https://steamcommunity.com/games/589290/announcements/detail/6926004339908633084 2.11]==

===Features & Improvements===
* '''The long-awaited Austrian faction is here!'''
* '''Wobblebang's debut brings festive joy this Holiday season!'''
* Hills of Tyrol is now playable across all Nations At War servers.
* DLC additions for Austrian Empire and Kingdom of Italy.

== [https://steamcommunity.com/games/589290/announcements/detail/3404184263848413179 2.10] ==
===Bug Fixes===
* Solved an issue with Fort Schwarz causing clients and servers to become stuck.
* And more. See the full patch notes for details.

== [https://steamcommunity.com/games/589290/announcements/detail/3404184263848413179 2.9] ==

===Features & Improvements===
* Unlock 4 new heads usable across both Nations At War and Frontlines!
* Introduced a new kill log icon for small cannonballs.
* Added better VoIP testing tools.
* Various balancing changes on Heroes Landing.

== [https://steamcommunity.com/games/589290/announcements/detail/3301723568242853536 2.8] ==
===Features & Improvements===
* Players now have more time to block a melee strike (melee leeway).
* Carpenters now come equipped with a short sword.
* And more. See the full patch notes for details.

== [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/3301723568224735001 2.7] ==
===Features & Improvements===
* [https://store.steampowered.com/app/2107250 The Grenadier Regiments DLC!]
* Character Progression with 75 ranks!
* Character Customisation!
* The Sergeant class arrives!
* Rocketeer Class redesign!
* Squad System!
* 5 New Maps!
* Improved Audio, Animations, and Ammo Depots!
* And much more. See the [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/3301723568224735001 full patch notes] for details.

== [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/6020764566746035380 2.6] ==
===Features & Improvements===
* Regiment Registry overhaul with new rank management and formatting.
* 3 New Maps: Ryhall Vale, Ravenstone, and Lisart Valley.
* A new scoreboard design.
* New class identification icons.

== [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/3200382588897215705 2.5] ==
===Features & Improvements===
* Holdfast SDK 5.0 - Level, Uniform, and Flag Editors with over 1500 new assets.

== [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/3195876925680684059 2.4] ==
===Features & Improvements===
* Fort Imraan map!
* Dreadnought turrets now have gun sights.
* Various balancing changes on Heroes Landing.
* 3 new tunes for Frontlines.

== [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/3200379258794380599 2.3] ==
===Features & Improvements===
* New maps: Heroes Landing, Sacrifice, Berkton Green, Al Uddin Ruins.
* Ottoman & Australian Forces DLCs.
* Invasion Game Mode.
* Dreadnought Gun Turrets and Steam Boats.
* Carriable nation colours for roleplay.

== [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/3111429361418389774 2.2] ==
===Bug Fixes===
* Multiple bug fixes including squad and cannon issues.
* Kaihei integration for the Chinese community.

== [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/3111428915018795281 2.1] ==
===Bug Fixes===
* Solved an issue where sometimes players turned invisible.
* And many more fixes. See the full patch notes for details.

== [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/589290/view/3111428092796057085 2.0] ==
===Features & Improvements===
* '''Holdfast: Frontlines WW1!'''
* New faction coalitions: Allies (British, French, Australian, American) vs Central Powers (Germans).
* New classes: Infantry Officer, Rifleman, Medic, Engineer, Artilleryman.
* New artillery: Light Howitzers, Heavy Howitzers, Fixed Heavy Mortars, Heavy Mortars.
* Machine Guns, Grenades, Rifles with headshot kills.
* Squad Camps, Destruction system.
* 7 new Frontlines maps: Freurlund, Marre, Mansion, Countryside, St. Peter's, Foxhole, Wasteland.
* Offensive game mode.
* American Forces cosmetic DLC.
* Graphical remaster with new weather presets.
* 250 Player Event Battles support.

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