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Bug Fix Patch - Out Now!
Hello all, We've just launched a new patch for Flashing Lights! This includes a number of bug fixes tackling issues such as camera jitter when driving, dispatch giving callouts to the wrong roles and more. We're now foc…
Hotfix - 19th March 2026
Small hotfix to address a number of issues introduced in the latest update/DLC release. **Fixes** - DOT voice chat - Text chat /r command for DOT - Flatbed truck faulty indicator lights could get stuck - Flatbed had col…
Department of Transportation DLC - OUT NOW!
It's time to step into a new role - the Flashing Lights: Department of Transportation DLC is OUT NOW! Help repair vehicles at busy roadsides, install crucial roadside guardrails, repair traffic lights and clear life-thr…
Department of Transportation DLC - Coming March 17
Hello all, We're excited to reveal that the Department of Transportation arrives in Flashing Lights on March 17! This DLC will be priced at $6.99/€6.99/£5.49. Join the Department of Transportation and keep the city runn…
Hotfix - February 11th 2026
Small hotfix to address audio issues Fixes - Audio issues with footsteps and game settings - NPC suspects aimed but didn't shoot player in default missions
Hotfix - February 2nd 2026
Small hotfix to address issues found within the most recent update Fixes Traffic stop didn't work for client players AI traffic spawner could freeze when player joining a server Some audio didn't work in game (also on p…
Bug Fix Update Now Live + Update Roadmap Revealed!
Hello all, We've just launched a bug fix update for Flashing Lights. You can read the full patch notes below, but first, let's take a look at the new update roadmap! March 2026 Bug fix update: This update will further p…
Bomb Squad Update Now Live | New Bomb Suit, Callouts and Vehicles
Hello all, The bomb squad has arrived in Flashing Lights! Today's update adds new bomb threat police callouts, where you'll need to defuse bombs before they detonate! To assist you in these dangerous new callouts we've…
Hotfix October 10th
EMS AI partners didn't help on missions and made the patient non-interactable, Silent mode (F3) in singleplayer now pause incoming missions, Could show incorrect player name when accepting a mission, Traffic tickets now…
K9 Update Now Live
Hello all, We have a lot of exciting new content for you today, so let's get to it! Base Game: K9 Update Out Now! Our long awaited furry friends (colleagues) have arrived in Flashing Lights! Police and Firefighters can…
Hotfix June 6th 2025
New BUCK scene lights added for Fire and EMS versions Fixes City loading missing chunks fixed Minimap and full map texture updated Tow truck 3rd person camera Vehicle fire location updated Updated EMS mission locations…
Free Game Update: City Update Now Live
Hello all, We have just released the City Update for Flashing Lights, a free game update, featuring an improved and revamped city area of the map and a dynamic day/night cycle! Also updated is the city police and fire s…
Updates Roadmap Revealed: Spring - Summer 2025
Hello all, Today we're excited to announce what's next for Flashing Lights! Take a read of the updates roadmap below. Spring 2025: City Update In the Spring we'll be revamping a substantial portion of the city section o…
Flashing Lights Hotfix - Patch Notes
Hello all, We have just released a hotfix with a handful of bug fixes. Fixed NPCs in missions spawning without interactivity Fixed missing parked cars Beach Town ground and roads didn't load properly Duplicate props at…
13 March 2025 - Bug Fix Update Now Live!
Hello all, We have launched a bug fix patch, tackling a variety of issues as well as optimising how chunks of the world load. There are more updates on the way for Flashing Lights - keep an eye out for more details on t…
General Bug Fix Patch Now Live!
Hello all, We have a general bug fix patch out now! Take a look at the bug fixes below, and, as always, let us know your thoughts! We're now working away on the next bug fix patch. Watch out for news! Fixes Pedestrians…
Bug Fix Patch Now Live: Bug Fixes + Proximity Chat Introduced
Hello all, We have just released a new patch for Flashing Lights, which fixes a bunch of issues and introduces improved in-game voice chat functionality. We are continuing to work on bug fixes and game improvements, so…
Bug Fix Patch Now Live: Multiplayer Fixes and Optimisations
Hello all, As you may be aware, our main focus over the next few months will be on fixes, optimisations, and improvements to Flashing Lights. Our first round of fixes focuses on multiplayer issues, and optimisations, an…
Status Report: Here's What We're Working on!
Hello all, As we've now released AI updates part 1 & part 2, we know a lot of you are wondering what's next for Flashing Lights! This Winter, rather than adding new content, we're focusing on bug fixes, optimisation and…
Hotfix November 12th 2024
Fixes - Multiplayer clients AI pedestrians didn't despawn - Multiplayer client's AI victims duplicate when using med bag - Multiplayer patient clothes sync for client players - In multiplayer, players without lightbars…
