- Battlezone: Combat Commander Patch 29/05/2019 - 29 May 2019
https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F31328254%2Fa124ad4b3e88b83330a868ebc05c2ccc453de39f.jpg Hey all, We have a new update for you to address a number of the issues in the game that have been raised. We would like to give a special thanks to the Battlezone: Combat Commander community who have put a great deal of effort into helping with this patch and moving it forward. The update will be going out in 30 minutes from now (3PM BST) and will require a an update download through Steam. PATCH NOTES Uploader App Bugs Fixed The app now allows updating the radar mesh in mods The app allows updating/adding movies (ogv files) in mods Game Bugs Fixed Multiplayer Stutter: During multiplayer games, the more buildings that are constructed, more severe lag occurs. AnimTypes Crash: Frequently occurring in Single Player, Instant Action and MPI, game will crash to desktop. Mu…
- Beta Branch for Pubic Testing and Patch Notes - 21 May 2019
Hey all, We have a Beta mode available for a current patch we intend to roll out in the near future. If you'd like to join in you can do so by the following steps: Right click Battlezone: Combat Commander in your Steam Library Click Properties on the pop up menu Click on the BETAS tab the window that appears In the dropdown box, select "beta-patch - Open beta patch" Steam will update the patch and the game should then be possible to run Don't forget to unselect the beta option using the same steps as above when you're done with this branch. For any feedback on this patch, please create a post Battlezone:Combat Commander's Steam Discussions (here) Now for the patch notes! Uploader App Bugs Fixed The app now allows updating the radar mesh in mods The app allows updating/adding movies (ogv files) in mods Game Bugs Fixed MP Stutter: During multiplayer games, the more buildings are construct…
- Patch Notes 2.0.180 - 27 July 2018
Hey all, Following the release of patch 2.0.178 we have fast tracked an additional patch as follows: • Further reduced the number of resyncs in multiplayer mode.
- Battlezone: Combat Commander Multiplayer Free Weekend - 26 July 2018
https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F31328254%2F1fe6d4b1fd07d94e61907ba457e790c0f0f93c7b.jpg It is time to initiate the Battlezone: Combat Commander Multiplayer Free Weekend! Introduce friends and family to this classic 1999 sci-fi strategy game, by annihilating them on the battlefield! Both local and online multiplayer will be free across 26th – 30th July 2018. That means you can download AND play the game’s multiplayer mode during that time, completely free - including community-modded multiplayer maps! For those that have fallen in love with the franchise as much as we have, Battlezone: 98 Redux and Battlezone: Combat Commander will be on sale for the length of the free weekend. Check out our player guides to up your skills and give your friends some real competition on the battlefield. Grapekuns Controls Guide 10 Strategic Tips for Survival in BZCC Let ba…
- Patch Notes 2.0.178 - 25 July 2018
Hey all, Following community feedback we have today released a patch to fix or reduce some reported issues as follows: • Fixed, strategy games will now end properly. • Reduced number of resyncs in multiplayer mode. • Fixed a small pathing bug over bridges for treaded vehicles.
- Patch Notes 2.0.177 - 17 July 2018
Hey all, The feedback you have given has led to a huge number of improvements. To name some, we have improved the AI's pathing and targeting. Host migration has been added which allows you to transfer the host of a multiplayer game. Additionally, numerous visual improvements have been made that we're sure you will notice! See below for more information. General Multiple crash fixes Optimisations Improvements to audio Numerous minor mission bug fixes Multiplayer Many connection and launch failure issues resolved Better handling of NAT so inability to connect will happen less Fixed an issue to allow longer connect times without ping checks to prevent causing a disconnect Host migration allows users to transfer game host to others General multiplayer game kicks fixes Faster refreshes on game lists Servers have been optimised for better performance Scanner: made radar contacts visible and p…
- Battlezone s free Gold Edition update makes VR headsets optional - 1 May 2018
Those without fancy VR future-goggles can now enjoy the neon tank-wars of Rebellion’s Battlezone . While I’d assumed that the Gold Edition update for the game would be a separate release or some manner of paid upgrade, I’m happy to be wrong here. Today, the Gold Edition rolled out as a free update to all existing players, opening the door to a whole new set of players. (more…)
- Modding Competition Results! - 30 April 2018
The Battlezone: Combat Commander Modding Competition is over, and the winners have been decided! We've had a lot of fun trying out the entries, and we appreciate the work put in to creating these. Thank you all for your work and we look forward to seeing what changes or other creations you may do in the future. If you're interested in seeing the prizes, click here. Note: Bit of a tweak to the original rewards. The AMD CPU's are now upgraded versions. The people receiving CPU's will now be receiving an AMD Ryzen™ 5 1600X which is a slight boost to performance. Now for the results! 1st Place Nielk1's Game Mode: Reactor Wars. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1364727893 2nd - 5th Place In no particular order: Rocket3497's Rockets Recy Var https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1366290967 ScrapPool's Biometal Recycler Variant and Mod Pack https://steamco…
- Twitch Stream! 25/04/2018! 6PM UK / 1PM ET / 10AM PT - 24 April 2018
Hey everyone! Join us for another exciting mission from the Battlezone: Combat Commander campaign! Of course, we will be playing it on HARD difficulty because we are not scrubs, but that doesn't mean things can't (probably will) go wrong... Date: 25/04/2018 Time: 6PM UK / 1PM ET / 10AM PT Watch the stream over at https://www.twitch.tv/rebellion_official https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F31328254%2Fdfafef8e116e59a159bb1cd3debc292a0a426e4a.jpg
- Battlezone: Gold Edition rolls onto PC, goggles optional - 20 April 2018
You wait forever for a Battlezone game, and suddenly two roll up at once. Mere weeks from the release of Battlezone: Combat Commander , Rebellion have the confusingly named Battlezone: Gold Edition lined up for launch on PC at the start of next month. Completely unrelated to the recently-remastered RTS/shooter hybrid series, this is a port of the PlayStation VR arcade tank shooter from last year, although our version will make the fancy space-age headgear optional. (more…)
- Battlezone: Combat Commander - Mod Tips Videos! - 17 April 2018
Hey all, We were recently visited by a member of the community some of you will know as Ded10c, who did an awesome modding stream with us. Here are some of the useful modding tips from the stream: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OU2yriIkCLg) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgeBtdamuSw ) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHckXSpHzGs) Thanks again Ded10c :)
- Twitch Stream! 4th April 2018! 6PM UK / 1PM ET / 10AM PT! - 4 April 2018
Hey everyone! Join Boomkin, and Bobby as they once more continue their exciting play through the campaign with 2 more missions on EASY HARD! What could possibly go wrong on a planet made of ice? Date: 4th April 2018 Time: 6PM UK / 1PM ET / 10AM PT Watch the stream over at https://www.twitch.tv/rebellion_official https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F31328254%2Ff4d7cd99281b72188d1aeb806c63f4da9da2e988.jpg
- Patch Notes 2.0.140 - 3 April 2018
Hey all, The patch today is a large one (as you can see the notes) and thankfully it addresses some of the larger concerns you have been letting us know about. We have improved the AI, resolved some multiplayer resync issues, and prevented multiple crashes. There's also tons of other fixes that have been made, as well as optimisations. Thank you for the amazing feedback you've been giving us to help resolve these issues, and we have another patch with focus on the multiplayer coming in the near future! Patch notes below: Gameplay A pathing fix was made to prevent units from wandering off. Improvements made to the minimap and shell map (gamma-correct blending, lighting, plus terrain shadows.) The game now hides lights and effects if hidden or not detected in satellite view. Fixed a "jolt" after un-deploying deployable-turrets if collided with whilst deployed. Fix to Satchel Charges, they…
- Patch Notes 2.0.140 - 3 April 2018
Hey all, The patch today is a large one (as you can see the notes) and thankfully it addresses some of the larger concerns you have been letting us know about. We have improved the AI, resolved some multiplayer resync issues, and prevented multiple crashes. There's also tons of other fixes that have been made, as well as optimisations. Thank you for the amazing feedback you've been giving us to help resolve these issues, and we have another patch with focus on the multiplayer coming in the near future! Patch notes below: Gameplay A pathing fix was made to prevent units from wandering off. Improvements made to the minimap and shell map (gamma-correct blending, lighting, plus terrain shadows.) The game now hides lights and effects if hidden or not detected in satellite view. Fixed a "jolt" after un-deploying deployable-turrets if collided with whilst deployed. Fix to Satchel Charges, they…
- Free Battlezone: Combat Commander 3D Assets! - 27 March 2018
As promised in our Modding Competition announcement, we are releasing 3D assets to our awesome community that will inspire further creativity. Assets available for download: ISDF Buildings Scion Buildings ISDF Humanoids Scion Humanoids ISDF Vehicles Scion Vehicles As well as some common 3D models To download these 3D assets, please subscribe to our Battlezone: Combat Commander newsletter here, and agree to the End User License Agreement (EULA) that will be provided in the email. You can unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time. If you are already signed up, you will receive an email with the EULA and details on how to download the assets. (Download size is 1.6GB)
- Free Battlezone: Combat Commander 3D Assets! - 27 March 2018
As promised in our Modding Competition announcement, we are releasing 3D assets to our awesome community that will inspire further creativity. Assets available for download: ISDF Buildings Scion Buildings ISDF Humanoids Scion Humanoids ISDF Vehicles Scion Vehicles As well as some common 3D models To download these 3D assets, please subscribe to our Battlezone: Combat Commander newsletter here, and agree to the End User License Agreement (EULA) that will be provided in the email. You can unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time. If you are already signed up, you will receive an email with the EULA and details on how to download the assets. (Download size is 1.6GB)
- Twitch Stream! 28th March 2018! 5PM UK / 12PM ET / 9AM PT! - 27 March 2018
Hey everyone! Join Boomkin, Rob, and community modder Ded1oc tomorrow during a super special stream all about creating mods! Get some tips and tricks on how to make Battlezone: Combat Commander mods, it could even help you enter the Modding Competition currently happening! Date: 28th March 2018 Time:17:00 UK / 12:00 ET / 09:00 PT Watch the stream over at https://www.twitch.tv/rebellion_official
- Twitch Stream! 28th March 2018! 5PM UK / 12PM ET / 9AM PT! - 27 March 2018
Hey everyone! Join Boomkin, Rob, and community modder Ded1oc tomorrow during a super special stream all about creating mods! Get some tips and tricks on how to make Battlezone: Combat Commander mods, it could even help you enter the Modding Competition currently happening! Date: 28th March 2018 Time:17:00 UK / 12:00 ET / 09:00 PT Watch the stream over at https://www.twitch.tv/rebellion_official
- Modding Competition: 22nd March - 22nd April - 22 March 2018
The community has supported Battlezone 2 with mod content for nearly 20 years and we love seeing the creativity and ingenuity of the mods you’re creating. To celebrate we’re announcing a month long Steam Workshop modding competition with some awesome prizes! A big “thank you” to the wonderful folks at AMD and Chillblast for helping us out with some lovely hardware! Competition Submission Dates: 22nd March – 22nd April Winner Announcement: 30th April PRIZES 1st Place: AMD Ryzen™ 5 1600, Rebellion Anthology, Combat Commander PC Case, Combat Commander T-Shirt 2nd to 5th Place: Each place gets an AMD Ryzen™ 5 1600 plus a Combat Commander T-Shirt 10 Runner ups: We will send Battlezone: Combat Commander T-Shirts to each runner up. NEW TO MODDING? Concerned about entering because you’re new to the scene? You can still get involved! Battlezone: Combat Commander has a great modding community wit…
- Modding Competition: 22nd March - 22nd April - 22 March 2018
The community has supported Battlezone 2 with mod content for nearly 20 years and we love seeing the creativity and ingenuity of the mods you’re creating. To celebrate we’re announcing a month long Steam Workshop modding competition with some awesome prizes! A big “thank you” to the wonderful folks at AMD and Chillblast for helping us out with some lovely hardware! Competition Submission Dates: 22nd March – 22nd April Winner Announcement: 30th April PRIZES 1st Place: AMD Ryzen™ 5 1600, Rebellion Anthology, Combat Commander PC Case, Combat Commander T-Shirt 2nd to 5th Place: Each place gets an AMD Ryzen™ 5 1600 plus a Combat Commander T-Shirt 10 Runner ups: We will send Battlezone: Combat Commander T-Shirts to each runner up. NEW TO MODDING? Concerned about entering because you’re new to the scene? You can still get involved! Battlezone: Combat Commander has a great modding community wit…
