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Global Mobilization DLC Update 1.4 is now live

Hello there! Third-party Arma 3 developer Vertexmacht has released the fourth major content update for their Creator DLC: Global Mobilization - Cold War Germany. On top of various fixes and quality-of-life improvements, Update 1.4 offers a new co-op multiplayer scenario, more "Warlords" multiplayer scenarios, and 8 new vehicles / vehicle variants. One of these vehicles is the BrPz1, which is a Combat Support Vehicle that lets you build temporary bridges across the rivers of the Weferlingen terrain.
There are also 5 vehicles (2 versions of a Self-Propelled Howitzer, 2 Multiple Launch Rocket Systems, 1 Short-Range Ballistic Missile System) that make it possible to engage in long-range warfare from 14-40 kilometers away.
Lastly, there are 2 additional truck variants that provide more transport capabilities.
Update 1.4 highlights include: 8 new vehicles/vehicle variants

BrPz1 "Biber" (Bridgelayer/Combat Support Vehicle)

M109 & M109G (Self-Propelled Howitzer)

SF2 LARS 2 (Multiple Launch Rocket System)

BM-21 Grad (Multiple Launch Rocket System)

2P16 (Short-Range Ballistic Missile)

New 7t Truck variant (Flatbed)

New 10t Truck variant (155mm Shell Transport)

Additional highlights

Functioning bridge laying system integrated into the BrPz1 vehicle

New co-op multiplayer scenario: "Ninjas"

New "Warlords" MP scenario adaptations for the Weferlingen terrain

A new module enabling Zeus Game Masters to change vehicle ammo loadouts

A small photo camera (functions as binoculars) and West German Army sunglasses

Various smaller ammo crate/pile scenery objects

Various fixes and quality-of-life improvements

You can find the full changelog for Update 1.4 on the Bohemia forums and learn more about the new vehicles by reading the latest OPREP blog post by developer Vertexmacht.

This is the fourth major content update since the Global Mobilization DLCs initial release and marks the perfect time to get it if you havent already. The DLC is available for purchase at the Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1042220/Arma_3_Creator_DLC_Global_Mobilization__Cold_War_Germany/ We hope you'll enjoy this free update and thank you for your support! Bohemia Interactive & Vertexmacht P.S. Vertexmacht has published an Ask Me Anything (AMA) video where they answer 30 questions from the community. If youre interested in the DLCs development, why certain decisions were made, and how a two-man team is able to manage a massive project like this next to all their other responsibilities, then definitely check it out now or add it to your watchlist for later (spoiler: it requires lots of spreadsheets!). https://youtu.be/22ugn7UztuY Creator DLC is a label for original Arma 3 projects made by third-party developers and published by Bohemia Interactive. This program enables external talent to earn a financial reward for their work, while players get to enjoy more quality content. For more information, please visit the Arma 3 website.

[ 2021-08-31 12:20:23 CET ] [ Original post ]

Arma 3
Bohemia Interactive

Developer

Bohemia Interactive

Publisher

2013-09-12

Release

Action Strategy Simulation Singleplayer Multiplayer Coop

Key Features in Arma 3

Altis & Stratis
Defeat your enemy on a richly detailed, open-world battlefield – stretching over 290 km² of Mediterranean island terrain. From expansive cities to rolling hills, whether steamrolling your tank across the dusty plains, flying a transport helicopter over the dense forests, or waging asymmetric warfare from the rocky hills, the islands of Altis and Stratis are dynamic worlds, which lend themselves to the most varied engagements in gaming.
Weapons & Vehicles
Head into combat on foot, drive armored vehicles, or take to the skies in helicopters and jets. Conduct a combined arms attack over air, land, and sea, with over 20 vehicles to drive and pilot, 40+ weapons to pick from, customizable loadouts with short- and long-distance attachments, and various types of gear to suit your needs on the battlefield. With a massive arsenal at your disposal, Arma 3 moves you into a world of tactical opportunities.
Singleplayer
Follow the story of Ben Kerry, a soldier who gets caught up in a Mediterranean flashpoint, across three gameplay-driven campaign episodes: Survive, Adapt, Win. Immerse yourself in Arma 3’s diverse gameplay by completing the focused showcase scenarios. Run through the competitive firing drills to hone your shooting and movement skills, and complete your training by signing up to Arma 3 Bootcamp, which features SP and MP tutorials, and a dedicated Virtual Reality practice environment.
Multiplayer
Fight online in the massive military sandbox that is Arma 3. Form a squad and team up against your enemy in the official Defend and Seize multiplayer scenarios. Or jump into one of the many popular unofficial game modes developed by the Arma 3 community. Experience a new form of multiplayer in Arma 3 Zeus, where Game Masters have the ability to influence the battlefield of other players in real-time.
Content Creation
Start creating your own experiences with Arma 3’s intuitive scenario editor and powerful modding tools. Enjoy a platform filled with player-created content, ranging from custom weapons and vehicles, to intense singleplayer scenarios and entirely new multiplayer game modes. Share and discover content on the Arma 3 Steam Workshop, which lets you install player-created content with a click of a button.
Revamped Engine
Navigate the battlefield with fluid new animations; feel the devastating power of combat with the upgraded sound engine, new ragdoll simulation and PhysX™-supported vehicles. Pushed forward by game-changing innovations, the highly moddable Real Virtuality™ 4 engine powers a new generation of Arma with even more stunning graphics, broad simulation gameplay, and massive sandbox terrains.