Update Overview
- The March update for Freedom Wars Remastered has launched, implementing crucial bug fixes and gameplay enhancements.
- Future updates will introduce weapon balancing and new quality-of-life improvements.
Freedom Wars Remastered recently unveiled a significant update aimed at improving gameplay stability and user experience. The latest patch from developer Dimps focuses on fixing various bugs and enhancing overall performance for this action RPG, which made its debut across multiple platforms in January 2025.
Originally released as a PS Vita exclusive in 2014, Freedom Wars transitioned to various systems after the remastered version hit PC, PS5, PS4, and Switch. This remaster not only upgraded the resolution and framerate but also added exciting features, including a new difficulty tier and an enhanced weapon crafting mechanism. Unfortunately, the launch faced heavy criticism on Steam due to numerous technical glitches in the PC version—ranging from performance slowdowns to intermittent crashes. Since then, Dimps has committed to resolving these concerns, rolling out four significant patches to date.
On March 4, 2025, the latest update followed the previous patches released in January and February, targeting various issues reported by players navigating the intricate systems of this engaging third-person action game. The new patch resolves notable issues such as game crashes in Request Cooperation rooms, a progression halt at CODE 6 events, and fails in loadout changes not displaying prior to missions. Additionally, players on PC can once again change the direction of charged heavy melee attacks seamlessly, and PS4 users can now select spawn points without complications during Vs. Operations.
In addition to bug fixes, the update brings several gameplay modifications, including improved behavior for Accessories, refined hit detection for the Large Abductor’s attacks, and matchmaking enhancements. Notable features now include a dash move activated by holding down the dodge button and the ability to convert private rooms into custom multiplayer rooms. The development team at Freedom Wars Remastered has hinted that future patches will focus on weapon balancing and other user-requested enhancements.
The consistency of updates within a short span indicates Dimps’ dedication to regaining player trust, especially in light of the rocky start experienced by the PC version. However, it remains uncertain whether these improvements will significantly enhance Bandai Namco’s reputation on Steam, where the game currently holds a “Mixed”status among player reviews.
Freedom Wars Remastered Patch Notes – March 2025
Bug Fixes
- Loadout settings not applying prior to operations
The bug that prevented changes in loadouts from appearing just before an operation has been addressed. This issue affected various items, including Modules and Augmentations.
- Game stability in Request Cooperation rooms
Fixed the freezing issue occurring in Request Cooperation rooms when room comments were updated repeatedly.
- Progression issues in CODE 6 events (PC)
The advancement glitch that stalled player movement during CODE 6 events under specific system settings has been rectified.
- Heavy melee attack directionality (PC)
Resolved the inability to change the aiming direction when executing charged heavy melee attacks with mouse and keyboard.
- Spawn point selection errors in Vs. Operations (PS4)
Players can now select spawn points without issue in Vs. Operations at the “Large Scale Facilities”maps.
- Various minor bug fixes
Specification Adjustments and Changes
- Respawn timing tweaks
The respawn intervals for Small Abductors, Sinners, Accessories, and On High after defeat have been extended during certain operations.
- Adjustments to Accessories’ attack behavior
The attack behavior of Accessories has been modified for improved player experience.
- New Dash move capability
A new dash move feature is available by holding down the Dodge button.
- Hit detection improvements for Large Abductors
Improvements have been made to hit detection for the Gatling Gun weapons used by Large Abductors.
- Room customization options
Players can now convert privately created rooms for co-op operations into custom rooms.
- New Room Comments feature
Players can configure comments for rooms in the Request Cooperation menu.
- Matchmaking conditions (PC)
Matchmaking parameters for the online multiplayer mode have been refined for better balance.
Upcoming Enhancements
Future updates are set to address the following aspects:
- Retribution Missions acquisition methods
Plans are underway to revise how players can obtain Retribution Missions.
- Rare resource acquisition chances
Adjustments will be made to enhance the likelihood of acquiring rare resources during Retribution Missions.
- Weapon balance improvements
Specific weapons will undergo enhancements to ensure a balanced gameplay experience.
- Severing attacks adjustment
Improvements to the damage output of severing attacks are planned for an upcoming patch.
- Modular Synthesis success rates
Strategies will be implemented to improve success rates during Modular Synthesis, facilitating the creation of higher-level (XL) modules.
- Sound effects issues with Ranged Weapons
The sound effect glitch that lingers after locking onto targets with ranged weapons will be resolved.
- Polearm charge attack aiming issues
Fixes will enable players to aim accurately during Polearm charge attacks.
- Damage display adjustments for certain weapons
We plan to optimize the display of damage values for AR weapons to prevent overlaps from impacts and explosions.
- Notification Log errors during Abductor part destructions
To enhance clarity, any logs indicating an inability to retrieve weapons during Abductor part destructions will be corrected.
- Aim assist feature adjustment for Thorns
Plans are in place to introduce an option to disable the aim assistance function of Thorns.
- Request Cooperation rooms settings adjustment
Future updates will change the default joining setting for Request Cooperation rooms from “Host Only”to “Everyone”to encourage more player interaction.
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