MAG Update 2.10 Launches Today

Jim Hargreaves 12 Comments

Massive online shooter, MAG, will today be receiving another patch, delivering a couple of new features as well as dozens of minor tweaks to the gameplay. Players will now be able to capture screenshots in 720p via a new command listed under [Photo] in the XMB. A great feature for the hardcore fans, though how quick the action can be performed has yet to be tested.

Another notable features is the implementation of “Multiqueues,” which in effect allows players to line up for two or more game-types simultaneously. Here is the full list of patch of notes Zipper Interactive posted on the official MAG blog:

Gameplay (General)

  • Implemented “Multiqueue” functionality to allow users to queue up for multiple game modes simultaneously
  • Added “Multiqueue” XP bonus modifier that increases as more modes are selected
  • Increased XP to CP-earned ratio to 1.5 CP for every 1 XP
  • Reduced price of Medical Kits to 500 CP from 800 CP
  • Teammates can no longer prevent you from repairing vehicles and objectives when in your line of sight
  • Shortened cooldown times between leadership FRAGOs to 2 seconds from 10 seconds
  • Added “friendly fire” modifier so that allies never receive more than 50% damage when hit by a friendly vehicle
  • Improved item-swap speed

Gameplay (Skills)

  • Decreased effectiveness of “Marksman Recoil Stability” and “Marksman Steady Aim” skills
  • Improved effectiveness of First Aid Kit and Medical Kit skills, “Self Heal Speed” and “Heal Recharge Rate”
  • Increased effectiveness of “Improved Smoke Screen Rate” skill

Weapons

  • Slightly widened knife-swing arc

Interface

  • Enemy vehicles now show damage bar when “attacking” them with a repair kit
  • Slight presentational modifications to the “Character B” and “Character C slots”
  • Correct text now displays in the Armory when viewing the SVER Hazard helmet

Audio/ Visual

  • Acquisition Escort vehicles now have unique models for each faction
  • Improved mine-laying animation

Miscellaneous

  • Removed “Directives” button from the “Deploy” menu
  • Added “Multiqueue” button to the “Deploy” menu and sidebar areas
  • Added feature that allows users to take in-game screenshots via XMB Photo menu (1280×720)
  • Reduced chances of being randomly dropped from a “Clan Deploy” game
  • Fixed an assortment of menu-related lock-ups
  • “Clan Deploy” performance updates
  • Minor server performance enhancements
  • Fixed typo in “Chest Candy” trophy
  • Various localization updates

Source: The Official MAG Blog

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12 Comments

  1. good to see they are still patching this game. I must admit I don’t play it, but this is always good news for gamers. WEll done zipper.

  2. got a PS3 slim the other day because of YLOD so that means i’m
    gonna have to download all the MAG updates again. that’ll take a while.

    • Gah, I feel for you mate. Luckily my launch fatty hasn’t failed me yet.

      • hope your ‘touching wood’ ;)

  3. I dunno, nice to get patches & new parts but it can be a nightmare for new players nowadays to get started, bad enough when you vet! Still there are some friendly clans out there who’ll happily help newcomers

  4. I’m gonna update this, was gonna have a MW2 session tonight but i might have a blast on this instead. Gives me a break from GT5 and my beloved X1

  5. Treyarch would do well to copy this example.

  6. i like the fact that zipper have supported this game to the bitter end, makes me proud.

  7. I got this very near release, I found the gameplay wasn’t very fluid and nobody knew what they were doing, has much changed?

    • It’s still an acquired taste for sure, but of the current crop of FPS, it’s the only one that does it for me. I’ve put in more than 600 hours since release – the only other titles I’ve done that with of late have been Monster Hunter Freedom 2 and Demons Souls.

      I’ve generally find that each patch has refined the game further and led to greater balance. As long as you have a mic and find yourself a decent clan, which shouldn’t take long, you should have a good chance of enjoying it as the player base (though smaller now) tends to consist of people who know what they’re doing.

      Hope that helps :)

  8. this game is alright i only played the demo though…

  9. this game is alright i only played the demo though…

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