Survivors, a new update has arrived for DayZ on console! The 1.27 Update 3 (Version 1.27.159674) brings a fresh set of fixes and changes aimed at improving gameplay stability and player experience. Here’s everything you need to know about the latest patch.
Fixes
- Duplication Exploit Fixed – A major duplication exploit has been patched, ensuring a fairer experience for all players. (Bug Report)
- Garden Plot Growth Issue – Plants in garden plots would previously stop growing after a server restart. This issue has now been resolved. (Bug Report)
- Attack Mechanics Adjusted – Performing a light attack while running would sometimes trigger a heavy attack with stagger. This has been corrected.
- Base Building Stability – Base building objects would occasionally despawn after a server restart. This issue has now been fixed.
- Inventory UI Fix – In certain resolutions (such as 1366×768), inventory containers were getting cut off when reaching max columns (10). (Bug Report)
- Server Connection Issue Resolved – Some players encountered difficulties connecting to a new server after disconnecting. This problem has been addressed. ([Bug Reports: T182340, T182316, T182304, T182260, T182313, T182311, T183634])
Changes
- Breath Holding Stabilization Improved – Sway stabilization when holding breath has been made more forgiving across most stamina levels, enhancing precision for aiming.
- Item Falling Temporarily Disabled – The physics of items falling when base-building elements are deconstructed or destroyed has been temporarily turned off.
Final Thoughts
This update aims to refine core gameplay mechanics and fix long-standing bugs affecting survival and base-building elements. As always, players are encouraged to provide feedback on the official DayZ Feedback Tracker to help improve the game further.
Stay safe, survivors, and see you in the wasteland!