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DIRECT CONTACT
Steam News 8 May 202613d ago

Tactical Utility & Control Overhaul

Greetings, Operators! We are rolling out a major update to Direct Contact that fundamentally changes how you manage your gear and navigate the battlefield. This patch focuses on streamlining your controls and introducin…

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Full DIRECT CONTACT update

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Greetings, Operators!

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  • UI and audio
  • Gameplay
  • Balance
  • Fixes
addedNew Feature: Tactical Radial Menus We have introduced two new radial menus to bring the interface up to modern standards, making utility easier to access in high-pressure situations.
addedRoom to Grow: These systems are designed to be expandable. We have plenty of space to add more tactical options in the future, and we want to hear your ideas!
removedUniversal Utility: Gadgets are no longer restricted by class. You can now pick any explosive you want for your loadout.
changedThe Quartermaster: Need a heavier kit? You can now purchase additional grenades, smoke, flashbangs, and explosives at the Quartermaster in HQ. Each item has a different price, so choose your gear based on your mission budget.
addedSticky Charges: We’ve added sticky bomb functionality. You can now attach charges to any surface. This will be a critical feature as we begin to introduce destructible objects in upcoming updates.
removedDirect Optics: You no longer need to press ALT+B to scout ahead. Simply press B to pull up your Binoculars or Rangefinder instantly.

We are rolling out a major update to Direct Contact that fundamentally changes how you manage your gear and navigate the battlefield. This patch focuses on streamlining your controls and introducing a more flexible, modern gadget system to prepare for future content expansions.

New Feature: Tactical Radial Menus We have introduced two new radial menus to bring the interface up to modern standards, making utility easier to access in high-pressure situations.

Gadget Radial Menu: All explosives and gadgets are now organized into a single, intuitive wheel.

Logistics (HOME) Menu: Pressing the HOME key now opens a dedicated menu for calling in transport back to base, requesting resupply drops, or managing the FOB system.

Room to Grow: These systems are designed to be expandable. We have plenty of space to add more tactical options in the future, and we want to hear your ideas!

Explosives & Gadget Overhaul We have completely rebuilt the utility system to offer maximum tactical freedom.

  • Universal Utility: Gadgets are no longer restricted by class. You can now pick any explosive you want for your loadout.

  • Default Loadout: You will start each mission with 3 default slots for grenades or smokes. For example, you can choose to carry one smoke and two fragmentation grenades as your standard issue.

  • The Quartermaster: Need a heavier kit? You can now purchase additional grenades, smoke, flashbangs, and explosives at the Quartermaster in HQ. Each item has a different price, so choose your gear based on your mission budget.

  • Sticky ChargesWe’ve added sticky bomb functionality. You can now attach charges to any surface. This will be a critical feature as we begin to introduce destructible objects in upcoming updates.

Refined Controls & Input We are optimizing our keybindings to ensure your movements are as fluid as possible.

  • Quick Selection: Holding ALT now opens a Quick Selection Radial Menu, allowing you to swap gear on the fly.

  • Direct Optics: You no longer need to press ALT+B to scout ahead. Simply press B to pull up your Binoculars or Rangefinder instantly.

  • The "G" Key: Use G to quickly throw or deploy your currently selected explosive from the radial menu.

Bug Fixes Optics: Fixed a bug where scope reflections were unintentionally disabled during night operations. Scopes will now correctly reflect light sources at night.

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Steam News / 8 May 2026

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