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  • Removed map-wide minimum one point of damage from new C4 explosions; damage calculation near map-area boundaries fixed; explosions apply more force to dropped weapons.
  • Adjusted the `Sniper Ahead` sticker visibility when scraped.
  • Fixed season medals missing gold tint on one bar; fixed the scoreboard not updating while open; various stability improvements.

This update makes adjustments to C4 explosions, a sticker visibility change, and several fixes and stability improvements.

Gameplay

  • C4 explosions: Removed map-wide minimum one point of damage from new C4 explosions; fixed a case where new C4 damage was calculated incorrectly near boundaries to other map areas; new C4 explosions now apply more force to dropped weapons.

Items

  • Sticker visibility: Adjusted the Sniper Ahead sticker visibility when scraped.

Bug fixes and stability

  • Fixed a case where season medals were missing their gold tint on one of the bars.
  • Fixed a case where the scoreboard wouldn't update while open.
  • Various stability improvements.
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