‘Escape From Tarkov’ Seasons Update And Wipe Delayed Until August
The first seasonal update and progression wipe for Escape From Tarkov have been delayed, shifting the schedule to August.
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Initial reports indicated that the first post-launch wipe for Escape From Tarkov was slated to arrive this week, accompanied by significant gameplay rebalances and modifications to the side task system. Forbes confirms that the transition to the new seasonal format has now been postponed until August.
The update, designated as version 1.1.0.0, aims to implement structural shifts to the game's task mechanics and overall balance. While specific details regarding the new season remain a focal point for the player base, the delay shifts the implementation of these core changes into the coming month.
Coverage from Insider Gaming, DualShockers, and Yahoo News Canada confirms these preparatory events and the subsequent shift in the release timeline.
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Coverage (5)
- Tarkov Gets 100% Boss Spawn Event As Update Approaches Insider Gaming · 1d ago
- Escape From Tarkov Details Major Rebalance Ahead of First Season DualShockers · 1d ago
- Escape From Tarkov Update 1.1.0.0 is Changing the Side Task System Insider Gaming · 1d ago
- The First Post-Launch ‘Escape From Tarkov’ Wipe Arrives This Week Yahoo News Canada · 1d ago
- ‘Escape From Tarkov’ Seasons Update And Wipe Delayed Until August Forbes · 1d ago broke it first
Questions people are asking
When is the Escape From Tarkov update now scheduled?
The update and wipe are now scheduled for August.
What features are expected in update 1.1.0.0?
The update includes a major rebalance of the game and changes to the side task system.
What event preceded the update delay?
A 100% boss spawn event was active as the update approached.
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