The latest Tribes: Ascend Closed Beta Patch is here! Version 0.1.585 contains a new Team Deathmatch game type for 2 maps, a new “First Win of the Day” challenge, several bug fixes, balance changes and much more.
Server downtime: The Tribes Servers are expected to be down for several hours on THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2011 while the patch is deployed. Watch the Server Status in Hi-Command for latest availability information.
Major Highlights
- The Team Deathmatch gametype is now available for play on two maps.
- Reduced the token amounts required to unlock classes.
- Added a “First Win of the Day” Challenge which rewards additional XP and tokens.
- Fixed a number of bugs that caused sudden speed drops when skiing or jetting uphill.
- Added the “Orbital Strike” call-in. It is similar to the Tactical Strike, with a much wider radius and higher credit cost.
- Settings: “Reduce Weapon Size” option has been added along with many others, including an option to disable help messages.
