Maintenance is now complete, and you can enter the game once again. Below is a list of fixes and optimizations implemented in this patch:
Bug Fixes:
Fixed an issue where the tutorial wouldn't be trigger after exiting the name selection screen.
Fixed a visual issue on loading screens.
Fixed an issue where entering Master Ops as a team and kicking out a player who went AFK would result in an automatic mission failure.
Identified and resolved several crash instances.
Fixed some localization issues.
Fixed an issue where the cooldown effect wouldn't display properly after hitting the Tyrant Flamer with the cooldown canister.
Optimizations:
You can now see the recommended Power Level for each level.
You will now receive a reminder prompt when your Power Level is lower than the recommended level.
There are now visual animations and sound effects when the Power Level increases or decreases.
You can now choose to enable or disable the display of frame rate and ping in the top left corner.
Adjusted the currency returned to players in cases where a duplicate Runner is acquired. This is now 600 Shilling (We will be sending out Shilling compensation over the next few days to players who previously received Shilling for duplicate Runners to ensure they don't lose out as a result of this change)
Temporarily removed the TYRIAN ASSASSIN BUNDLE from the store, as this pack was originally intended to go live at a later date. Players who have already obtained this bundle will not be affected and can continue to use these items.
Adjusted the leaderboard update frequency to every 2 hours.
The Armband interface will no longer repeatedly display the mod acquisition window.
DLSS Frame Generation can now only be enabled for Nvidia 40 series graphics cards in DX12 mode.
Optimized the wording of the options in the player's Report screen.
Optimized the PVP spectator UI display and post-match screen.
Please log out of the game and close/restart your client to ensure the update applies correctly.
The SYNCED team
Invite Friends - Get Rewards!
What's better than crushing Nanos all across the Meridian? Crushing Nanos all across the Meridian with your friends!
SYNCED is a brand new game, so your buddies might not have heard about it yet - but that's where our Friend Invitation promotion comes in. Details are available here.
Inviting your friends not only adds an entirely new layer of fun to SYNCED, but you and your friends will also receive sweet in-game items. So spread the word, grab those rewards, and let the good times roll. Those Nanos won't know what hit 'em!
Patch Notes 1.0.97
Attention Runners,
A number of players have reported encountering crashes following our earlier update. We are now rolling out the following fix:
Resolved an issue where players using 40 series Nvidia graphics cards with DX11 settings would experience crashes upon launching the game.
Temporarily disabled DLSS feature for 40 series Nvidia graphics cards as enabling it caused instability during gameplay. We will address and resolve this issue in a future update.
Please log out of the game and close/restart your client to ensure the update applies correctly.
The SYNCED team
Patch Notes 1.0.96
Attention Runners,
We see you tirelessly battling Nanos in the Meridian, and so we've been working tirelessly through the weekend to resolve as many bugs and issues as we can in order to keep you in the fight! Please check the following list for details on what our latest update addresses:
Bug Fixes:
Fixed a bug where pressing ESC in the Steam payment interface would cause the game to freeze.
Resolved an issue where the game would not proceed to the next level after the post-match interface in certain situations.
Resolved an issue where the Discord Nitro event was not displayed correctly in the game build downloaded from the offcial website.
Resolved an issue where players in certain regions were not receiving rewards after purchasing DLC from the Epic Store.
Resolved an issue where the in-game currency exchange interface did not display in a timely manner for players with insufficient BP currency.
Resolved an issue where players using the AZERTY keyboard layout would be unable to proceed in the tutorial.
Fixed a bug where a Runner's face might display abnormally when exiting the Codex interface.
Fixed an issue where fruit dropped from the Nano tree might explode in mid air.
Fixed an issue where conditions were incorrectly judged in the mission "Defeat the Tyrant without destroying any gas tumors".
Fixed an issue where conditions were incorrectly judged in the mission "Bull in a China Shop".
Amended incorrect item names in the Battle Pass.
Fixed an issue where the weapon skin for the shotgun Funhouse was not displayed correctly.
Fixed an issue where some players using lower-performance graphics cards experienced an abnormal display when switching to high graphics settings.
Fixed a problem with screen flickering on NVIDIA 40 Series graphics cards.
Resolved additional technical issues that could lead to crashes in some scenarios.
Fixed some localization issues.
Optimizations:
Removed the display of frame-rate and ping by default, as this information is not required by all players. This can be turned on again through the settings menu.
When Steam overlay is not enabled, added a prompt to remind the player to enable this layout in Steam.
Optimized the length of time a black screen is displayed after opening the game.
The SYNCED Team
Hotfix 1.0.94
Attention Runners,
We have deployed a minor hotfix to address some further issues. To ensure your game is updated please log out and then close/reopen your game client. Update details can be found below:
Resolved additional technical issues that could lead to crashes in some scenarios.
Set DirectX 11 as the default setting, as some players were experiencing issues with DirectX 12.
Resolved an issue where the team server restart resulted in player data errors, causing matchmaking issues. This should now be fixed.
Please note: A previous issue impacting the availability of the in-game chat service has also been resolved separately to this hotfix.
The SYNCED Team
Patch Notes 1.0.93
Attention Runners,
It's launch day - and we're delighted to finally welcome players to SYNCED!
But now the real journey begins, and we're deploying our first update to fix some of the issues that have been affecting players.
To ensure your game is updated please log out and then close/reopen your game client. Update details can be found below:
Verson Number:
1.0.93
General:
Resolved a number of technical issues that could lead to crashes in some scenarios.
Amended the leaderboard to remove non-relevant player information.
Bug Fixes:
Fixed a visual issue affecting weapon attachments after aiming down sights.
Fixed an issue where weapon skins would disappear if the weapon was dropped and picked up again.
Play SYNCED Now for FREE
It's been a long road, Runners, but today we are proud to officially release SYNCED on PC!
We've been working on SYNCED throughout the past 5 years here at NExT Studios. Over the course of this period, we've witnessed our game grow and evolve before our eyes as we explored unique gameplay concepts and worked tirelessly to realise our vision.
Our players and community have been essential to this process. By taking part in the various beta tests and early play sessions over the years you provided the feedback necessary for us to properly dial-in the experience and fine-tune the fun. We are truly grateful to all of our players and fans - both new and old - and we consider SYNCED to be your game as much as it is ours.
We hope you enjoy playing the game as much as we did making it - we'll see you in the Meridian!
PS. To celebrate this momentous occasion (and to apologize for that pesky missing download button) we're gifting all players 3 Automat Coins to help you get started in your hunt for Guntech weapons!
Runner Rundown
One of the first things you'll do in SYNCED is pick a Runner, a special breed of survivor capable of taming and controlling vicious wild nanos. Each Runner has journeyed to the Meridian for different reasons; some have come to seek the truth behind the Collapse, while others are motivated only by vengence. Some just see the promise of valuable Nerva too good to pass up!
Here's what you need to know about each Runner. Which one will become your favorite?
Deadcut: A card shark and a hustler, Deadcut made his living at card tables across the United States. The Collapse gave him an opportunity for a fresh start, sweeping away his debts and landing him on his feet. With his trusty companion Nano, Ace, Deadcut set out for the Meridian to find his fortune and himself.
Unique Skill: A Fire Grenade that explodes and burns enemies in its radius.
Glory: The days that followed the Collapse brought unspeakable hardship and grief, but they also stirred in Glory Zhao a noble vision. With her mother’s blessing she set out from her small home in rural China to find the source of this ceaseless suffering, to end it once and for all.
Unique Skill: A Smoke Bomb that can blind and even poison enemy Nanos and Runners.
Dr. Stone: Once a rural doctor in an underfunded district in the North of England, Dr. Montgomery Stone didn’t come to the Meridian for power, wealth, or for revenge. He’s looking for a cure. If he can find it, he can save the future, even if he couldn’t save the past.
Unique Skill: His Healers Aura can heal those around him and remove all afflictions.
Ragna: In her dreams, Carolina Ragna is back in Colombia hearing her daughter’s screams as those Shinar goons ripped her away. Ragna might have succumbed to the Nano sickness that plagues her if it were not her last irrepressible piece of humanity – a burning need for vengeance.
Unique Skill: Radiant Eye allows teammates to see enemy positions through walls.
Park: Back home in South Korea, Hajun Park was as famous for his business empire as he was for his big-game hunting. Despite losing everything in the Collapse, Park refused to flee to the Ark-1. Instead, he headed across the Pacific to Snake River Valley, intent on rebuilding his empire brick by brick.
Unique Skill: A Bouncing Ball projectile that chains attacks between nearby enemies.
Layla: A free spirit who was always the life of the party, Layla lived for excitement and a little bit of danger. When her wealthy family fled to the Ark-1 during the Collapse, Layla couldn't bare the thought of a life of captivity aboard the shuttle. She found a new adventure and all the danger she could handle in the Meridian.
Unqiue Skill: A Cloak capable of concealing her position for a short time.
Now that you've been introduced to our Runners, which one will you be taking into the Meridian? Expect some new faces as we progress through our seasonal updates and SYNCED continues to grow and evolve.
SYNCED launches for PC on September 8. Wishlist now!
Celebrate Launch and Earn Rewards with Twitch Drops!
Greetings, Runners.
Our Twitch Drops launch event begins on September 6. Watch SYNCED gameplay, earn sweet rewards - everybody wins!
To take part simply:
watch SYNCED streams on Twitch for 15 minutes to receive 20,000 Nerva
watch for an additional 30 minutes to receive 5 Automat Coins
watch for another 60 minutes to receive a Ruby Crusher skin
For more information and instructions on how to become eligible for rewards, check out our Twitch Drops guide here: https://www.syncedthegame.com/act/a20230726wtwitchdrops/index.html
Developer SYNC-up
The German gala of gaming goodness, also known as Gamescom, is now in the rear-view mirror, and SYNCED fans on PC now have a firm date for when they can start laying waste to the Nano hordes: September 8.
Gamescom itself was truly amazing - a huge thanks to everyone who came by our booth to say hi and play some SYNCED. It was great to meet everyone, and we hope you all had fun with our life-sized Crusher (we call it ""Ace""). Check out some pictures from the event right here:
We'd also like to give a shout-out to the awesome content creators who took part in the SYNCED Invitational. Congrats to teams Nano Samurai and Dhalucard for walking away with the victory - but as we all know, it's the taking part (and slaying Nanos) that really counts. Finally, special thanks to our friends at Alienware for powering our booth with their incredible PC hardware.
Before we go, let's check in once again with Creative Director Clark Yang on the show floor at Gamescom to get his thoughts on the show and what players can expect from SYNCED at launch on September 8:
Don't forget to wishlist SYNCED today, and pre-register now at SYNCEDTHEGAME.COM for great rewards at launch!
