As we move closer to the release of the Pacific, we wanted to update you on the current plan for its release. We’ve had to pivot a bit, but you’ll still be able to storm the beaches of Iwo Jima before the year ends.
The Iwo Jima map is complete; however, it requires much more extensive testing before our major release. With winter holidays right around the corner, we decided to use this period of time for public playtesting rather than releasing the map too early in an unoptimised state. This way, you’ll still be able to check out Iwo Jima before the end of the year and assist with the map development. The amount of work that has gone into this map is staggering, and we want to give it proper justice.
So, with all that being said, here’s the current plan for the Iwo Jima release:
Phase 1 - Prepping for the Pacific
An update will be released this week. It will include a lot of Pacific content, such as the new weapons, vehicles, new faction uniforms, etc., but it will not include the Iwo Jima map. You’ll be able to check out this new content on the Arnhem Range, shooting range, and now our brand new subway Museum, which we showed off during our last livestream.
This update will also include general bug fixes and new admin tools to help with server administration. Changelog coming soon.
Phase 2 - Public Playtests for Iwo Jima
Public playtesting for Iwo Jima will start Dec 15th to 16th. This will be done on the Squad 44 - Public Testing app. If you own Squad 44 and do not see this app in your Steam library, click on “View” at the top left and then on “Hidden Games”. You should now be able to download the Squad 44 - Public Testing app. This will be where all public playtests will happen.
There are also discussions about another playtest before the end of December, but this still needs to be confirmed. Once I have more information, I will make an announcement!
Phase 3 - Iwo Jima gets released to Squad 44
Once the map has been tested extensively and deemed to be in a good place performance-wise, it will be released to the main Squad 44 app, likely in early 2025. Please join us if you’re available during the public playtests, as data from these tests will help us immensely. Even if you’re AFK during the test, sitting on the server allows us to get important information about server load, so please come along if you’re available!
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Thank you so much for all your support this year. We plan to continue to be open and transparent with you as we develop Squad 44 going forward. With your support, we can ensure that SQ44 takes its place as the best WW2 tactical FPS out there in 2025.
And for those who missed it, here’s the trailer for the Pacific Front!
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