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Steam News21 May 20261mo ago

May Update Note

Mercenaries! Are you enjoying the Operation contents? The long-awaited May update has finally been applied.

In this update15

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What changed

7 fixes8 additions21 changes0 removals
  • Maps
  • Gameplay
  • Store
  • Balance
  • UI and audio
  • Fixes
addedMercenaries!Starting with the new Castle Annihilation mode, the familiar Cold Case map has also returned in Sniper Annihilation mode. In addition, we hope you look forward to and enjoy the addition of the 101 map to the Custom Channel.
changedSteam post imageThe capture map previously introduced through Airborne mode has returned in a new format called “Annihilation Capture Mode.”
changed2. Quick Match Map Rotation ChangesThe Quick Match map rotation has been updated.
added2. Quick Match Map Rotation ChangesIn Quick Match Demolition mode, Aircraft Carrier, Staccato, and Ironhide have been added in place of Rust, Tenery, and Balcony.
added2. Quick Match Map Rotation ChangesIn Quick Match Sniper Annihilation mode, Cold Case has been added.
addedMap 101 AddedYou can now play the 101 map through the Custom Channel.

A.V.A Global changes

addedStarting with the new Castle Annihilation mode, the familiar Cold Case map has also returned in Sniper Annihilation mode. In addition, we hope you look forward to and enjoy the addition of the 101 map to the Custom Channel.
changedThe capture map previously introduced through Airborne mode has returned in a new format called “Annihilation Capture Mode.”
changedThe Quick Match map rotation has been updated.
addedIn Quick Match Demolition mode, Aircraft Carrier, Staccato, and Ironhide have been added in place of Rust, Tenery, and Balcony.
addedIn Quick Match Sniper Annihilation mode, Cold Case has been added.

Mercenaries!

Are you enjoying the Operation contents? The long-awaited May update has finally been applied.

Starting with the new Castle Annihilation mode, the familiar Cold Case map has also returned in Sniper Annihilation mode. In addition, we hope you look forward to and enjoy the addition of the 101 map to the Custom Channel.

[Update Notes]

1. New Annihilation – Castle Annihilation Capture Map Released

Steam post image

The capture map previously introduced through Airborne mode has returned in a new format called “Annihilation Capture Mode.”

The route design has been modified differently from the existing Airborne Capture mode, and respawning now takes place on the ground.

This content has been implemented as a Quick Match mode with Annihilation-exclusive capture rules.

Suppress your enemies while securing more capture zones to earn points quickly.

2. Quick Match Map Rotation Changes

The Quick Match map rotation has been updated.

In Quick Match Demolition mode, Aircraft Carrier, Staccato, and Ironhide have been added in place of Rust, Tenery, and Balcony.

In Quick Match Sniper Annihilation mode, Cold Case has been added.

3. Custom Channel Demolition Map Added

Map 101 Added

You can now play the 101 map through the Custom Channel.

4. Base Weapons Added

> Rifleman Primary Weapon

X249

> Melee Weapon

Dadao

*Base items can be purchased with Euros through the shop.

5. Weapon Rebalance

Base item balance adjustments have been applied.

[KCR Scavenger]

BeforeAfter

  • Increased range

  • Increased rate of fire

  • Increased base DPS

[KT-SC Ice Fang]

BeforeAfter

  • Increased attack power

  • Increased base DPS

First of all, we would like to thank all mercenaries for the valuable feedback.

In particular, many opinions were shared regarding the balance of Ultimate items, and these two items have been adjusted so players can better experience the strengths of their original concepts.

6. Launch Button Click Graph System Added

A graph measuring the speed between player clicks will now be displayed while spectating.

During gameplay, abnormal click patterns or continuously repeated input values can be detected through the abnormal click graph system.

If clicks are performed mechanically rather than by a human, the graph will display consistently repeating patterns, allowing teammates to verify possible macro usage.

This system was developed to help maintain a fair gameplay environment among mercenaries.

Please note that detection of abnormal graph patterns may be treated as a policy violation.

As part of our policy, we do not recommend the use of macros, and further details regarding macro-related policies will be announced later.

7. Changes & Adjustments

> Capsule Shop Changes

-New A.V.A COIN Capsule Added

BeforeAfter
RDB-C Red RoboXC-L Black Lemon
Desmodus DraculDesmodus Black Snake
V Nagant EngraveSR-F2 Black Dragon
MA-47 PrimaveraProto Black Neon
50,000 Euro50,000 Euro
30,000 Euro30,000 Euro
25,000 Euro25,000 Euro
10,000 Euro10,000 Euro
7,000 Euro7,000 Euro
5,000 Euro5,000 Euro
3,000 Euro3,000 Euro
2,500 Euro2,500 Euro
2,000 Euro2,000 Euro
1,500 Euro1,500 Euro
1,200 Euro1,200 Euro
1,000 Euro1,000 Euro

  • An exclusive coin capsule using AVA Coins has been added.

  • The existing Euro Capsule jackpot lineup has been changed.

-Euro Capsule Jackpot Item Change

> Hot & New Popup Item Changes

  • The Hot & New popup item lineup has been updated.

8. Other Bug Fixes

  • Fixed an issue where sprays registered in the inventory were not visible.

  • Fixed an issue where the H226 Scavenger suppressor was not visible.

  • Fixed an issue where Rien Mk.3 Pirate's Legacy accessories overlapped.

  • Fixed an issue where AP values were abnormal when equipping the Football Man character skin.

We will continue preparing carefully to ensure stable updates for all planned content.

In addition, various new operation contents and items are scheduled to be released sequentially.

We appreciate your continued support and interest.

Sincerely,

AVA Operations Team

Source

Steam News / 21 May 2026

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