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[InnerSphereNews]

MECHWARRIOR ONLINE LEGENDS

JUNE 2023 PATCH NOTES

Patch Date and Time - June 20th 2023 @ 10AM – 1PM PDT

Version Number: v1.4.279.0

Size: 25 MB

Please note that due to compression differences the Steam patch size may be larger than the standalone client patch size.

Patch Files (Direct Download) - http://patcher.mwomercs.com/patch/Production/frontend/FrontendPatch_419.zip

Greetings MechWarriors!

It's already June and we hope everyone is having a great beginning to your summer (if that is applicable in your part of the world). Next month we have the release of the Stone Rhino, so be sure to pre-order yours today!

This patch features two new Legendary 'Mechs (the Quickdraw "Desperada" and the Timber Wolf "Howl"), 'Mech Quirk Adjustments, 'Mech Adjustments, Bug Fixes, and more!

Work on a brand new map continues, as do investigations into potential Matchmaker solutions, Faction Play, New Weapons, New 'Mechs, and bringing some sort of respawn (drop decks potentially) into Quick Play.

Speaking of the new map, here's a quick sneak peak (sorry, can't show more just yet!)...

Enjoy the upcoming Patch, look out for a post-Patch Science Sale, and jump into the Inner Sphere Light 'Mech Solaris Event and Sale, which includes a much-requested Cockpit Items Sale!

Updates are subject to further balance changes in the future, so get out there and do the science, and get us your feedback for future iterations.

Finally, we would like to remind everyone that MechWarrior Online in an inclusive community, and is for everyone! With that in mind, game chat conversations should primarily revolve around topics related to the game itself, the game's mechanics, strategies, and experiences. By keeping the chat on topic, we aim to create an inclusive and immersive space where players can connect, learn, and share their passion for the game.

And now, we really hope you enjoy the patch!

-The MechWarrior Online Team

PRE-ORDER THE NEW 'MECH CHASSIS: THE STONE RHINO

COMING NEXT MONTH!

We are thrilled to announce the long-awaited pre-order for the next brand new 'Mech chassis to MWO, the unstoppable Stone Rhino. This 'Mech is the single-most requested Clan 'Mech by the community, and embodies raw power and intimidation. A formidable 100-ton Clan war machine, the Stone Rhino boasts an abundance of impenetrable armor, and a weapons loadout that will make your enemies tremble in fear. Prepare to stomp your way onto the battlefield and unleash devastation upon your foes. Secure your pre-order today, and become a force to be reckoned with in MechWarrior Online!

NEW LEGENDARY BATTLEMECHS

PLEASE NOTE: REDEEM BATTLEPASS REWARDS ON THE WEBSITE STORE PAGE (UPDATED EVERY HOUR)

QUICKDRAW "DESPERADA" BATTLEPASS REDEEM LINK: https://mwomercs.com/legends/desperada

TIMBER WOLF "HOWL" BATTLEPASS REDEEM LINK: https://mwomercs.com/legends/howl

Two new Legendary 'Mechs this month include the assault Quickdraw "Desperada", and the assault Timber Wolf "Howl" (see images below). Each 'Mech will sell for $15 USD on the website, and will also be available on Steam. Each Legendary 'Mech is a new variant of an existing chassis, has a custom paint job, an "outlier" quirk, and a 30% C-Bill boost. Also included with each pack is the new mini battle pass system driven by 'Mech XP. Just by playing the 'Mech, you will earn GSP, C-Bills, MC, Premium Time, and exclusive Cockpit Items, Decals, Colors, and Bolt-Ons! However, unlike a typical battle pass system, there will be no expiration date to earn these extra items. Take as long as you need!

QUICKDRAW "DESPERADA"

TIMBER WOLF "HOWL"

'MECH QUIRK ADJUSTMENTS

CICADA

CDA-3M:

• Removed -20% Ballistic cooldown
• Removed -15% Energy cooldown
• Removed 10% Energy range
• Increased UAC Jam chance to -50% (from -30%)
• Added -20% Cooldown
• Added 10% Range

CDA-2A:

• Removed -5% Medium Laser duration
• Added -10% Laser duration

CDA-2B:

• Removed -5% Medium Pulse Laser cooldown
• Removed -10% Energy cooldown
• Added -25% STD Laser cooldown
• Added -25% STD Laser duration

CDA-X5:

• Removed 10% Range
• Increased Missile velocity to 20% (from 10%)
• Added 50% Missile range

BLACK LANNER

BKL-Prime:

• Increased RA Armor bonus to +12 (from +8)
• Increased LA Armor bonus to +8 (from +5)
• Added +10 Structure bonus to LA

CYCLOPS

CP-11-A:

• Removed -10% Gauss Rifle cooldown
• Increased Heat to -10% (from -5%)
• Increased Cooldown to -15% (from -10%)
• Added 10% Range

CP-11-A-DC:

• Added -5% Heat

CP-10-Z:

• Removed -10% AC20 cooldown
• Removed -5% Cooldown
• Added -15% Cooldown

CP-S:

• Increased LT, RT Structure to +18 (from +10)
• Increased CT Structure to +18 (from +14)

SUPERNOVA

SNV-B:

• Increased Laser duration to -10% (from -5%)

SNV-BR:

• Added -25% UAC Jam Chance

FAFNIR

All Variants:

• Increased LT, RT Armor bonus to +34 (from +26)

'MECH ADJUSTMENTS

MARAUDER ii-4HP

• Agility stats have been changed to be similar to the rest of the Marauder II variants

GENERAL CHANGES

• Default mouse sensitivity is lowered when creating a new account

BUG FIXES

SKILL TREE

• UAC Jam duration node header title now properly reflects the node’s effect on UACs and RACs

SUMMONER

SMN-G*

• Left Arm Structure is changed to 22 (consistent with all Summoner variants)
• Left Arm Max Armor is changed to 44 (consistent with all Summoner variants)

* This change is applied to base values and is separate from quirks. This change only affects SMN-G and not SMN-G(S)

Patch Files (Direct Download)

To make the patching process easier for players with limited download caps, we'll be providing direct download links for the patch file(s) that comprise this patch. This will allow you to download the patch file(s) elsewhere, for manual injection into the MWO patcher through a Patch Cache folder.

Aside from allowing you to download the patch file(s) elsewhere, on another connection, there are no additional benefits to performing the patch this way; the patching process itself will be the same.

This direct patch download process will only work for players running the standalone client. It does not apply to players running MWO through Steam.

Patch File(s): - http://patcher.mwomercs.com/patch/Production/frontend/FrontendPatch_419.zip

• Download the above file(s)
• For sake of ease, we recommend creating a dedicated folder for the patch file(s), such as 'MWO Patch Cache'
• You do not need to unzip or unpack the patch file(s)
• Launch the MWO Portal
• Select the three horizontal lines in the top left of the Portal Window
• Choose the 'Specify Patch File Cache' option
• In the field that appears, paste or enter the location in which you saved the patch file(s) and hit OK
• For example, C:\Users\<username>\Documents\MWO Patch Cache
• Click the blue Patch button
• The launcher will now check the Patch Cache folder you defined. If it locates the required patch files, it will unpack and use those files to apply the patch
• Once the patch is complete, launch the game

[W A R L O R D]

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[D V Devnull]

InnerSphereNews, on 16 June 2023 - 04:02 PM, said:

(Source @ https://static.mwomercs.com/img/news/media/068f8e59707a452f354d1ef55fd8ed01.jpg)

InnerSphereNews, on 16 June 2023 - 04:02 PM, said:

(Source @ https://static.mwomercs.com/img/news/media/47cc0e427a2286446a54fa39b14ad3cd.jpg)

Pardon me, but why are the MechLab data images messed up? Also, why is the TimberWolf shown like a battlemech when we all know it's an OmniMech and should be able to swap choices of OmniPods like the other variants can?

~D. V. "confused about the messed up Legendary configs in the patch information" Devnull



[Edit by the Post's Author to capture images for perpetual posterity...]

Edited by D V Devnull, 16 June 2023 - 04:26 PM.

[D V Devnull]

the check engine light, on 16 June 2023 - 04:18 PM, said:

A TBR that is not omni. Huh.

And a PPC Gauss QKD.

Well... not what I expected.

Probably not Omni because LGD. I mean, there are some Omnis that had Battlemech versions.

Inb4 its outlier is being a non-Omni.

Who knows? I just checked Sarna.net and their information shows that the TimberWolf has always been an OmniMech since creation. Further, there are already TBR-H & TBR-W variants in existence. The folks at PGI need to pick an alternate designator such as TBR-HW instead before it creates undue confusion.

~D. V. "Sorry, but the TBR was never a Non-Omni... Something needs fixing here!" Devnull

[Chiasson Brinker]

So maybe I’m missing it entirely, but when is the actual release of the Stone Rhino?

[Tarzan of Barsoom]

Growl or Howl? It says one in the announcement and another on the image of the legendary TBR.

[Bpisaac88]

80% ATM range? damn like little too good quirk

[D V Devnull]

the check engine light, on 16 June 2023 - 04:39 PM, said:

We don't have TBR-H though. Probably uses Jihad or later tech.

Max engine, MASC, SRMs/ATMs, JJs and LTAG or something. Sure.

Descriptions show that both the TBR-H & TBR-W actually do NOT use anything like Jihad Tech or later. Have a look @ https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Timberwolf for proof. Even the equipped MASC/JJs could be applied as a Fixed Equipment Object via an OmniPod-specific Quirk on the Left Torso Component instead of nerfing the TBR's "Howl" Variant so horrifyingly by taking away OmniPods that it should have access to. In particular, the MASC covers the SuperCharger's function anyway. And all that Ferro-Fibrous/Endo-Steel has rather well-defined locations that it's supposed to be Fixed Equipment on regardless of everything else. I'm sensing a real mess here.

~D. V. "something simply feels not right with the TimberWolf's 'Howl' Variant as it's displayed" Devnull

[D V Devnull]

Two who needed a separate post for reply...

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Chiasson Brinker, on 16 June 2023 - 04:43 PM, said:

So maybe I’m missing it entirely, but when is the actual release of the Stone Rhino?

It will happen with this June 20, 2023 Patch coming out at 10 AM PDT and knocking everyone offline. They've changed the Pre-Order Extras to be available after the introduction for a little while, which really is a good move.

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Bpisaac88, on 16 June 2023 - 04:55 PM, said:

80% ATM range? damn like little too good quirk

I think we can both sense the incoming Nerf on that one!

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~D. V. "Stone Rhino's coming with this Patch... TBR's 'Howl' will be begging for an ATM Range Nerf" Devnull

[D V Devnull]

the check engine light, on 16 June 2023 - 05:09 PM, said:

...It being a Battlemech and not an Omni isn't a nerf. That's a straight up buff. It has decent hardpoints. That range quirk is pretty bonkers.

That is a narrow mentality about the HardPoints and such being a Buff there... What if someone wants their TimberWolf "Howl" Legendary to be re-outfitted as a Laser-boat or a hybrid of Ballistics & Lasers instead? What about those who want PPCs on their Legendary perhaps? This is literally slapping those people across the face and telling them not to buy this Variant at all, and that's bad for PGI's business! No, this change to a BattleMech and disallowing being the OmniMech which it should be is a straight-up HARD NERF and an insult to the TimberWolf Chassis's spirit in general! Heck, they could have put part of the Missile HardPoints out on the Arms to the order of making enjoyable new Modeling for people's utilization, but violating the very heart of the TimberWolf's form/design/configurability is an absolute sad insult.

~D. V. "making a battlemech of an Omni like the TimberWolf is simply wrong" Devnull



[Edit by the Post's Author due to being IRL distracted while they were writing this...]

Edited by D V Devnull, 16 June 2023 - 05:36 PM.

[Captain Dictator]

Supernova chads keep winning.

[Heavy Money]

D V Devnull, on 16 June 2023 - 05:34 PM, said:

That is a narrow mentality about the HardPoints and such being a Buff there... What if someone wants their TimberWolf "Howl" Legendary to be re-outfitted as a Laser-boat or a hybrid of Ballistics & Lasers instead? What about those who want PPCs on their Legendary perhaps? This is literally slapping those people across the face and telling them not to buy this Variant at all, and that's bad for PGI's business! No, this change to a BattleMech and disallowing being the OmniMech which it should be is a straight-up HARD NERF and an insult to the TimberWolf Chassis's spirit in general! Heck, they could have put part of the Missile HardPoints out on the Arms to the order of making enjoyable new Modeling for people's utilization, but violating the very heart of the TimberWolf's form/design/configurability is an absolute sad insult.

~D. V. "making a battlemech of an Omni like the TimberWolf is simply wrong" Devnull



[Edit by the Post's Author due to being IRL distracted while they were writing this...]

You're right, it'd be better if we just didn't get a legendary TBR at all

[Lionheart2012]

Okay, two questions. Why a Light PPC HSL +2 on the Desparada when there are only 4 energy hardpoints and Light PPC HSL is normally 3? Is the Howl a battlemech, not an omnimech?

Edited by Lionheart2012, 16 June 2023 - 07:00 PM.

[trans catgirl]

>QKD with uwu already on the mech

based

its like you made it specifically for me this is fantastic

[Flying Fox 333]

Interesting to see a BattleMech Timber Wolf. Looks like someone really wanted to use all those slots.

Now not to sound like a broken record. Are there any plans to remove or alter the Solaris achievements in-game and within Steam?

[Meep Meep]

Cicada 3m changes look good. Now my 3x er large counter sniper fit is even more fun.

cda-3m

I'm going to assume the +2 lppc hsl is for the gauss rifle. Interesting if this works on other mechs with a ppc hsl and a ballistic slot to avoid gauss/ppc ghost heat.

[crazytimes]

the check engine light, on 16 June 2023 - 07:05 PM, said:

K, you want one possible solution to MM? Make PSR down happen way faster. I'm really sick of this. I don't give a damn about shiny gold 1s, I'm sick of having to run bleeding-edge meta friendly **** to keep up. I want the game to be fun and this is a slog with half my matches being against people who should have had their PSR uncapped a long time ago. Being irrelevant cannon fodder isn't ******* fun.

You have the option instead of considering changes to your playstyle, rather than just assuming specific builds are needed to be above average. I've spectated you a couple of times, I'm not entirely sure your build is the thing that is keeping you from your full potential.

For most of us outside of the actual comp players - just not building a potato mech will work fine if you don't play like a potato. There's lot of room to experiment within broad design concepts and still be useful if you can position and shoot accurately with a functional DPS in a range bracket the mech is fast enough to use. Maybe consider joining something like Ashcord and asking for guidance on playstyle, rather than insisting the MM is designed specifically to punish your playstyle.

[Cyborne Elemental]

QuickDraw with no legs..

Sweet!

[Curccu]

Can we change omnipods on Howl? and if yes how does ferro and endo slots work and move around? Because those are very far from standard locked slots...

That extra 80% range also creeps max damage range almost to 450 meters and max range to almost 2km... might be good mech

[Ralph Edwards]

D V Devnull, on 16 June 2023 - 04:36 PM, said:

Who knows? I just checked Sarna.net and their information shows that the TimberWolf has always been an OmniMech since creation. Further, there are already TBR-H & TBR-W variants in existence. The folks at PGI need to pick an alternate designator such as TBR-HW instead before it creates undue confusion.

~D. V. "Sorry, but the TBR was never a Non-Omni... Something needs fixing here!" Devnull

There is also an existing viper-m designation on sarna but the hero medusa is vpr-m on mwo