Escape from Tarkov's highly anticipated wipe, initially slated for before the New Year, is officially confirmed! The wipe, driven by the introduction of a simplified Kappa container quest, will commence on December 26th at 7:00 AM GMT / 2:00 AM EST. Following an estimated 8-hour maintenance period (though past updates have sometimes taken longer), the game will update to version 0.16.0.0, with Tarkov Arena simultaneously updating to 0.2.5.0.

To ease the downtime, Battlestate Games will host a New Year's Special Twitch stream at 4:00 PM GMT / 11:00 AM EST. While the specifics remain under wraps, players can look forward to additional content reveals.

What's in Store for Update 0.16.0.0?

Version 0.16.0.0 confirms that the full game release remains on the horizon, likely pushing into 2025. However, this update promises significant changes:

• Unity 2022 Engine Transition: A long-awaited upgrade, finally expected to launch.
• Weapon Recoil Overhaul: A potentially game-changing adjustment to the weapon mechanics.
• New Weapons and Map Rework: Expect the addition of weapons like the RPG-26, and a revamped Customs map.
• Bug Fixes and Quality of Life Improvements: Addressing existing issues and enhancing the overall player experience. Note that engine upgrades can sometimes introduce new problems.

The update promises exciting developments, though the full impact remains to be seen.