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Steel Swarm: Apocalypse - Patch Notes 2025_3_3

March 19, 2025

STEEL SWARM APOCALYPSE

PATCH NOTES 2025_3_3

We're back with a new patch note! In this update, we're introducing an important mechanic: assisting your teammates and setting up ganks is now much easier! We believe this change will make a significant impact on the game's dynamics.

The Portal Drone mechanics have been redesigned! You can now teleport to any Portal Drone placed by your team, significantly enhancing your mobility across the map and expanding your strategic options.

🌀 Portal Drone Adjustments

  • Portal Drone teleportation mechanics updated:
  • Players can now teleport to any Portal Drone placed by their team.
  • Players can select the desired Portal Drone from the minimap at any time.

⛽ Jet Fuel Buff Added

  • The Spawn Zone now applies a buff called Jet Fuel to all XBTs.
  • The buff is removed when an XBT takes damage or enters any "attacking" stance.

Buff Effects:

  • 0-15 minutes:
    • +20% Speed
    • +20% Acceleration
    • Duration: 30s
  • After 15 minutes:
    • +40% Speed
    • +40% Acceleration
    • Duration: 30s

🌿 Jungle Adjustments

  • Jungle XP values have been reduced.

🛠️ General Fixes & Improvements

  • Added an indicator on the minimap to show appropriate locations when Ballistic Drone is deployed in unsuitable areas.
  • Fixed incorrect attack warnings appearing on the minimap.
  • Fixed lock icons that were not disappearing when they should in the Upgrade Window.
  • Adjusted the color of certain text elements in the Upgrade Window.

🎯 Beginner Friendly Announcements Added

  • Added beginner-friendly announcements to improve the new player experience.