• Fixed an issue where under certain circumstances the game did not exit cleanly after saving
  
• Fixed an instance of a visible debug string showing in place of a percentage value in the After Action Report and during some events
  
• The mod support readme has been updated:
  
  • WIN: C:\Users\user_name\MyDocuments\MyGames\BattleTech\mods
    
  • LIN: /home/user_name/MyGames/BattleTech/mods
    
  • OSX: /Users/user_name/MyGames/BattleTech/mods
    
  • HTTPS://forum.paradoxplaza.com/forum/index.php?threads/mod-support-readme-documentation.1285684/
  
  
• Fixed an issue where mod names were displayed twice in the tooltip on the mod panel
  
• Fixed an issue where one mod was not displayed in the list of required mods in the ‘Mods are missing or not enabled’ prompt
  
• Fixed a date issue that would have prevented Paradox accounts from being created under certain conditions
  
• The debug console, build number widget, and combat debug options can now be evoked when using their corresponding shortcut combinations
  
• Fixed several visual map bugs
  

LIVE - BATTLETECH 1.9 Update Release Notes

• Trebuchet TBT-7K
  
• Grand Dragon DRG-1G
  
• Warhammer WHM-7A
  
• Marauder MAD-2R
  
• Marauder MAD-3D
  
• Zeus ZEU-5T
  
• Zeus ZEU-6T
  
• BattleMaster BLR-1GB
  
• BattleMaster BLR-1S
  
• Crab CRB-27b
  
• Cyclops CP-10-HQ
  
• Javelin JVN-10A
  
• Raven RVN-3X
  
• Cataphract CTF-0X
  
• Phoenix Hawk PXH-1b
  
• Rifleman RFL-4D
  

• Striker Narc
  
• Scorpion Mk.II
  
• Schrek Snub PPC Carrier
  
• Galleon TAG
  
• Demolisher LBX
  
• Inferno Carrier
  
• Arvakr APC
  
• Alsvin APC
  

• Added a Career Mode Difficulty Setting that allows players to reduce Argo upgrade costs
  
• Added a Settings option that allows players to speed up the real-world time it takes for an in-game day to pass
  
• Added a Settings option to assist those with color blindness allowing them to select alternate LOS lines and indirect fire colors
  

• The mod installation folder is now configurable
  
• The ModLoader is now patchable
  
• Added more Dynamic Enumerations
  
• Added more logging and error reporting
  
• DLC checks have been added to ModDef
  
• The ModLoader is now easier to use
  
• Fixed many other mod support related bugs
  
• Added several mod support quality of life improvements
  

• Fixed some long-range and short-range pathfinding issues
  
• Escort vehicles can now move through the player’s ‘Mechs and each other
  
• Killing the entire OpFor now auto-completes escort missions
  

• A new ammo tab is now in stores and the ‘Mech Bay
  
• Half-ton machine gun ammo is now available
  
• +/++ variants of machine guns are now available
  
• Fixed an issue that prevented some players from being able to delete their GOG saves
  

• The debug console, build number widget, and combat debug options cannot be evoked when using their corresponding shortcut combinations
  
• Under certain circumstances the game does not exit cleanly after saving
  

• Fixed an issue where the weapon hover panel didn’t update COIL damage and heat correctly
  
• Fixed an issue where Thumper heat did not preview correctly
  
• FIxed an issue that caused a black screen to occur when loading a save after going bankrupt
  
• Fixed an issue where entering the Main Menu after bankruptcy did not end the previous session
  
• Fixed an issue where a black screen could occur if the Store panel was open while loading a save file or returning to the Main Menu and then loading another save file
  
• The “Mechwarrior Info Panel” no longer caps at displaying three as the maximum number of injuries
  

• Rubble is now consistently applied when destroying buildings on urban maps
  
• Missile trail visual effects have been restored

• Fixed an issue where asset bundles were failing to load
  
• Fixed an issue with the Mod loader merging .csv files
  
• The overlay for save states made with mods is now present when mods are disabled or deleted
  
• Fixed an issue with loading external assets
  
• Fixed load ordering for DynamicEnum data
  
• Mods that fail to load now show up in the mod list screen
  
• Removed mods no longer show up as loaded on the mod list screen
  
• Mod dependencies are now multilayer aware
  
• Mod loader logging is now on by default
  
• Note the updates to the mod support readme:
  
  • WIN: C:\Users\user_name\MyDocuments\MyGames\BattleTech\mods
    
  • LIN: /home/user_name/MyGames/BattleTech/mods
    
  • OSX: /Users/user_name/MyGames/BattleTech/mods
    
  • HTTPS://forum.paradoxplaza.com/forum/index.php?threads/mod-support-readme-documentation.1285684/

• Fixed an issue with Unity pathing related to Apple Notarization
  
• Fixed an issue where the AI displayed an assert toast message if the ally convoy unit had no ‘Mechs within its range
  
• Fixed a problem that prevented players from registering a new Paradox account
  

• Removing a mod does not remove its entries from the MDD, players can delete the cache file manually
  

Release 1.8 Notes, 11/21/2019

New Free Features & Content

• Classic BattleMechs
  
  • MARAUDER (75 Tons) - perhaps the most iconic 'Mech in BattleTech, known for its ability to hang back and snipe from a distance. Its Lance Command Module decreases the damage taken by it and its allies and gives a boost to Called Shots.
    
  • WARHAMMER (70 Tons) - known for dealing devastating particle cannon strikes, it exists to destroy other 'Mechs quickly and efficiently. Its Optimized Capacitor Feeds increase the damage of all equipped Energy weapons.
    
  
  
• Official Mod Support - With this release of BATTLETECH, we are introducing official mod support to the game and now support the ModTek format that the modding community is currently using. Mod locations are now external to the game, making them more portable and less prone to Steam interference and breakage. We’ve also added new mod management UI to the main menu to streamline mod use. As usual, use mods at your own risk. Some mods may not work at launch. In-game modding tools are not included.
  
  • Formalized mod installation location and process
    
    • We have included documentation on where to find mods, how to add/delete mods, and links to the BATTLETECH modding community.
    
    
  • Simpler mod injection process
    
    • The current approach effectively requires a mod for mod support to be enabled. Our version will integrate the mod loading process into BATTLETECH, allowing modders to focus more on mod generation rather than mod loading.
    
    
  • Support for most existing mods with minimal changes to their existing data format
    
  • Save game mod awareness. Save games that include active mods become unavailable if those mods are uninstalled or disabled.
  
  For more information, see the Readme document located within the Battletech files on your computer at the following locations:
  
  • Forums: https://forum.paradoxplaza.com/forum/index.php?threads/mod-support-readme-documentation.1285684/
    
  • WIN: C:\Users\user_name\MyDocuments\MyGames\BattleTech\mods
    
  • LIN: /home/user_name/MyGames/BattleTech/mods
    
  • OSX: /Users/user_name/MyGames/BattleTech/mods

• New Maps - Two new maps bring even more variety to your contracts: Jumbled Karst (an iconic rock formation set between two valleys), and Boulder Field (rolling hills and rocks dot this battle scarred landscape)
  
  
• New contracts - Over 40 new contracts, including new recurring allied and enemy NPCs, and new contract variants that mix up the missions you’ve seen in new and unexpected ways. Battle a dangerous solo mercenary, train a group of overly enthusiastic rookies, and serve as the personal bodyguard of an arrogant noble.
  
  
• New Events - We’ve added a slew of new mercenary travel Events to “enhance” your mercenary life.
  
  
• New Star Map Weapon Store Filters - We’ve added a new filter dropdown to the star map that lets you view planetary industry by type and a tooltip that tells you what you can find in each star system.
  
  
• Rebalanced Stores & LosTech - We’ve completely overhauled how weapons and equipment appear in our stores. Finding items is now more straightforward. We’ve also given LosTech items a boost in power to fit their legendary status.
  
  
• New Mech Viewer - Get a close-up, rotatable view of your ‘Mech and customize its paint pattern directly in the Mech Lab!
  
  
• New Merc Company Crests - Scads of new emblems to choose from for your mercenary company, drawn from notable factions throughout the Inner Sphere. Roleplay your heart out!
  
  
• New Mech Variants
  
  • Locust LCT-1E - The 1E Locust packs only Lasers for its armament, for better overall damage without the risk of ammo explosions. It runs quite a bit hotter than other variants, though, so it works best with hit-and-run attacks.
    
  • Spider SDR-5K - The 5K Spider variant keeps the extreme maneuverability of its more common 5V cousin but adds some Machine Gun weaponry for close-in work. It's still got very little armor, so it works best as a scout and spotter.
  
  
• Additional Tutorial Slides - For new players, we’ve added some tutorial slides to an early story campaign mission to help smooth the on-ramp to BATTLETECH’s many options and tactical readouts.
  

Bug Fixes & Improvements

• UI performance cost reduction
  
• Fixed an issue where the game did not enter turn-based mode as expected when hostiles dropped in during Battle+ contracts
  
• “Target Acquisition” contract type balanced to be a less punishing and more dynamic experience
  

• Many small map polish fixes - floating props, disappearing signs, assets clipping into each other, etc.
  
• Fixed an issue which caused windmills to stop spinning when any one of them was destroyed
  

• Fixed and clarified invert mouse axis options
  
• New targeting treatments for area of effect weapons
  
• Evasion Pip coloring for COIL beam charging
  
• New flashing elements to highlight the Assassin’s ability to ignore evasion
  
• New combat 'Mark' to show targets hit by NARC, TAG, and other abilities
  
• Mini-Campaign Flashpoint elements have a unique look and color to distinguish them
  
• Improved Combat UI performance
  

• Memory use optimizations
  
• Fixed an issue where Gauss Cannon was displayed as AC/10 on both Blackjack's arms
  
• Fixed an issue which caused weapon VFX to stop/impact before hitting the target
  

• Small amounts of text remain untranslated
  
• Rubble effects on Urban Maps may disappear, restarting the game resolves the issue
  
• Entering bankruptcy causes problems with starting a new career or campaign in the same session, restarting the game resolves the issue
  
• Thumper heat is not correctly previewed
  
• Coil Beam heat and damage does not update in the weapon panel from the previous turn until you move your ‘Mech
  

• When mods have been enabled and then disabled or deleted, the overlay for save states is missing
  
• Depending on the mod, a debug string may appear in the mod status window
  
• Players using mods can run a skirmish match against players without mods installed
  
• The revert button works on its first use; after that you may need to relaunch to revert mods
  
• ‘Boulder’ and ‘Jumbled Karst’ moods display the wrong names in skirmish when mods are installed
  
• Mods that contain other mods do not show up as bundled with their dependencies
  

• Fixed a formatting problem with the json for the PNT-9R
  
• Updated the Hatchetman HCT-3X faction so that it is part of more lore relevant enemy lances
  
• Fixed an issue where the ‘Double Agent’ Flashpoint awarded the wrong faction reputation
  
• The Packrat now moves as a light wheeled vehicle
  
• Stock lances in skirmish mode are no longer duplicated in the dropdown when the budget is unlimited
  
• Several libraries for Ubuntu Linux users are now installed along with the game by default
  

• Improved AI’s ability to avoid a potential ECM exploit
  
• ECM carriers will now work harder at keeping their allies cloaked
  
• Further pathing fixes for several missions where the AI could become stuck
  
• Updated lance role tags for a number of ‘Mechs (such as “tank”, “sniper”, “scout”, etc.)
  

• Particle system optimization
  
• UI rendering optimization
  

• Many small map polish fixes - closing seams, grounding assets, clipping corrections, etc.
  

• Fixed a bug where an event may reference a random star system rather than the currently orbited one
  

• Re-balanced the Attack/Defend encounter type
  
• Fixed many small grammar and translation errors
  
• Improvements to missile trajectories
  
• Balance adjustments to the Kamea story campaign:
  
  
  
  • Lowered mechwarrior hiring cost
    
  • Increased payout in c-bills for contracts
    
  • Increased base salvage for contracts
    
  • Increased the frequency of non-weapon rare items in salvage
    
  • Increased the starting cbills from 980k to 1000k
    
  • Increased the starting morale from 25 to 28
    
  • Increased MechWarrior XP per mission from 400 to 500
    
  • Updated difficulty settings to match new defaults
    
  
  
• Fixed an issue where certain sounds on Urban maps would persist after save/load
  
• Fixed an issue where player ‘Mechs could not melee units cloaked within an ECM field
  
• The 'White Lies' Flashpoint is now available during career mode as well as after completing the campaign
  
• Fixed an issue where buildings could collapse while they still had health
  
• Fixed the contract results page for the ‘Hearts and Minds’ Flashpoint with the correct objectives
  
• Fixed an issue where ally defense turrets would not turn on in Attack and Defend - Retaliation contracts
  
• Fixed an issue where attacks would pass through buildings without causing stray shot damage
  
• Gyro+++ component gameplay effects can no longer be stacked
  
• Fixed an issue where Pre and Post mission autosaves would not properly generate for procedural contracts when any Flashpoint was active
  

• Small amounts of text remain untranslated
  
• The game does not always enter turn-based mode when hostiles drop in
  

New Free Features & Content

• UrbanMech UM-R60L - The same walking trashcan, sporting an AC20.
  
• UrbanMech UM-R90 - The 'Suburban Mech', a more energy-efficient war machine.
  
• Banshee BNC-3S - Slower, but packing far more guns of varying ranges.
  
• Catapult CPLT-C4 - Sporting dual LRM-20s to make it rain (death).
  
• Vindicator VND-1AA - Half the armor, twice the speed.
  
• BlackJack BJ-1DB - The Large Lasers on this variant can keep firing all day.
  
• Hatchetman HCT-3X (For owners of the Flashpoint expansion only) - Featuring SRMs, lasers, and Machine Guns to shred opponents at close range.
  

Career Mode

• Added the option to start your career with a randomized roster of ‘Mechs (defaults to ON)
  
• Individual difficulty settings now modifies your career score.
  
• More missions per star system
  

UI

• Objective regions or avoidance zones are now color-coded with added call-out labels
  
• Secondary objectives are smaller to better distinguish from primary objectives
  
• Added team heraldry to unit call-outs
  
• Added team heraldry to targeting HUD
  
• Status floaties adjusted for less flag overlap
  
• Team-specific turn indicator shows above combat HUD so you know who you are waiting on
  

Bugfixes & Improvements

• Dramatically reduced the Black Market price penalty for making pirates an enemy
  
• Contracts now display a more accurate difficulty rating
  
• A variety of Event bug fixes to remove Typos, Error Messages, and unfulfilled Rewards
  
• Fixed an issue in which combat saves reset Coolant Vent cool down time
  
• Company morale now affects whether certain MechWarriors can be hired
  
• Added more biome variety in procedural missions
  
• Fixed an issue with the Financial Expenditure Level changing unexpectedly and/or not respecting players’ selections
  
• Fixed an issue in which stores might occasionally display negatives costs of items
  
• Fixed Assassinate contracts that were not auto-completed after the user destroyed all enemy units
  
• Fixed some data loss issues for 'Mechs in the Mechbay
  
• Fixed an issue that caused a random 'Mech to disappear in the Mechbay
  
• Fixed an issue in which a readied Mech in the MechBay would overwrite an existing 'Mech if the latter was moved manually to a different slot
  
• Fixed Battlemaster BLR-1G's and Trebuchet TBT-5N's left arm hardpoints that caused weapon overlap issues
  
• Fixed an issue in which negotiated pay and salvage levels for travel contracts would irrevocably reset upon arrival at the destination
  
• Fixed achievement unlocking issues and descriptions that didn't match career mode scoring
  

Known Issues (to be fixed asap)

• Localization: A small amount of localized text has extraneous formatting. This does not affect readability.
  
• Localization: A small amount of new text is not localized.
  
• Some buildings (<1%) cannot be destroyed (Urban Warfare expansion only).
  
• In the Difficulty settings, the “Restore Defaults” button does not work correctly and saves changes instead.
  
• We believe we have a temporary fix for the AkSoundEngine.dll crash that some players have reported but we cannot reproduce this crash internally or through any of our external test groups. Thus, we are leaving it on the Known Issues list until we hear back from the community. A permanent and more robust fix is being investigated for an upcoming release.