The Shield

New "Riot Shield" weapon allows you to block 95% of attacks! Other large objects are also better for defence. - Helmets and bullet-proof vests offer up to 90% protection from bullets, and wearing such a vest is considered to be "impersonating" a police officer. - New headwear includes a combat helmet and an improved beret, which doesn't lose its black base when the colour is changed. - Wider range of improved gun shot sounds. - Prevented a rare issue where installations somehow start with NONE of the characters unlocked to use?! The game no longer fails to "Play" in such instances. - The "Fight Scene" and "Editor" options are hidden from players who have not yet unlocked those privileges to prevent any accusations of it being a "bug". - Your chosen water level never drains away in Fight Scenes. - The lockdown schedule can change over time! - The frequency of dialogue & arrests is now optional. - Dialogue is less likely to be delivered in a violent situation. - Asking to restore a limb works properly. - Using somebody else's cell as a toilet risks their criticism! - You can be questioned about what's hidden in your cell or a backpack. - There's a chance that sleeping next to someone will be well received. - Other people can ask you to take the blame for their crimes (and vice versa) - especially within gangs. - Fatalities you're already wanted for aren't announced as if they're a mystery. - Dying while wanted is considered a sufficient punishment. - Fewer police on the scene at the same time for no reason, and fewer visitors to your home except family. - Stats are harder to improve by scoring baskets. - Prisoners are forbidden to be released while they still have debts or outstanding warrants.