Update 1.28 is now live on all platforms.
This update focuses on expanding dynamic world events, adding new firearms and optics, and making major improvements to vehicles and gunplay behavior.
Weapons and Gunplay
New Firearms
Two new weapons were added:
- R12 semi automatic shotgun with attachment support
- RAK 37 submachine gun using 15 or 25 round .380 magazines
Scopes and Optics
Several changes were made to long range combat:
- New Marksman scope
- New PSO 6 scope variant
- Lower magnification Sportpoint sights added
- Hunting scopes are now rarer
Scopes now have damage states, optional illuminated reticles, and improved rangefinder visuals.
Weapon Handling and Audio
Firearm lifting behavior has been reworked. Weapons now have a pullback state instead of instantly lifting when touching obstacles, making close quarters movement smoother.
Non automatic rifles received a new set of audio improvements.
Vehicles
Car Synchronization
A major change was made to how vehicles are synchronized between server and client. Driving should now feel more stable, even under high latency conditions. Issues like bouncing and floating behavior have been significantly reduced.
Vehicle Audio
Engine sound audibility was rebalanced. It is now easier to communicate inside vehicles, while vehicles remain clearly audible from a distance.
This summary includes only gameplay, item, and mechanical changes that directly affect players.
For full technical details and complete patch notes, refer to the official DayZ forums.