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Update 0.20
Patch v0.20 Bot Improvements Added bullet inaccuracy scaling to bots for more balanced firefights. Fixed bot auto-balancing logic when using "Up To N Bots" setting. Visual & UI Fixes Fixed Niagara color coding, enemy an…
Announcement7 changesFixUI/audio - Merk Mayhem
April Update (v0.19)
Major Update – v0.19 Implemented base AI bots for custom matches. "Up to N Bots" allows bots to populate matches until players join. Bot Mechanics will continue to be fleshed out and will soon adapt loadouts and swap we…
Announcement6 changesFixMaps - Merk Mayhem
Upcoming April Update!
We've got an exciting update coming your way this April! Here's a quick look at what's new and what's changing: New Map: Azure Isle Experience intense battles set in a luxurious modern resort on a secluded island. This…
Announcement9 changesFixGameplay - Merk Mayhem
Merk Mayhem is Going Paid This Friday!
As we move from free to paid Early Access this Friday at 12:00 PM EDT, we've got some exciting updates and questions for you: We're making this shift because we firmly believe in a fair and player-friendly model. We don…
Event4 changesGameplayMaps - Merk Mayhem
Update 0.18
New Weapons Charge Rifle (Temporary) Experimental burst rifle with a brief charge-up time. No damage drop-off, but features ADS recoil. Uses a battery system, requires pickups instead of reloads. Note: This weapon will…
Announcement11 changesGameplayBalance - Merk Mayhem
Patch Notes for 2/20/2025
Fixed a bug where you could mantle through ceilings - The Extended Mag mod at Level 3 now guarantees at least 1 extra round for all weapons, including Launchers, Revolvers, DBS (Double Barrel Slug), and the Heavy Sniper.
Announcement1 changeFix - Merk Mayhem
Patch Notes for 2/12/25
Added Color Coded Niagara Explosive Smoke effect to Blast Pipe - Increased Max Poison Stack to 5 and slightly buffed tick rate
Announcement1 changeBalance - Merk Mayhem
Patch Notes for 2/11
Added Emissive Colors and Textures to Blast Pipe and added a visible laser for better target acquisition.
Announcement1 changeGameplay - Merk Mayhem
Patch Notes for 2/8
Fixed Kill Z being too high in Canyon WhiteBox
Announcement1 changeFix - Merk Mayhem
Patch Notes for 2/7/25
Slightly buffed aim assist for Burst Rifle - Added slight aim assist to Revolver
Announcement1 changeGameplay - Merk Mayhem
Update 0.17
New Weapons Heavy SMG High-caliber submachine gun designed for mid-range engagements. Fires slower than traditional SMGs, trading rate of fire for increased damage per shot and improved stability. Best for controlled bu…
Announcement14 changesFixGameplay - Merk Mayhem
Merk Mayhem Developer Update
We’re currently focused on debugging and optimizing core systems to improve stability and performance. Additionally, in response to community feedback regarding empty lobbies, we have begun developing bots to fill match…
Announcement2 changesPerformanceMaps - Merk Mayhem
Free-to-Paid Transition!
As Merk Mayhem approaches its first anniversary in Early Access, we’re excited to celebrate this milestone with a look back at what’s live and a preview of the thrilling updates on the horizon. This Spring, we’ll also b…
Announcement11 changesBalancePerformance - Merk Mayhem
Update 0.16
UI/UX Weapon-specific kill feed icons have been implemented, along with a new precision icon for headshot kills. Gamemodes Team Deathmatch is now live and selectable in lobbies! Default Settings: 50 Kills 12 Minutes Mul…
Announcement3 changesUI/audioServer - Merk Mayhem
Update 0.15
Update 0.15 We’re introducing new combat features, an economy overhaul, and numerous UI/UX improvements! Combat: Heavy and Tactical Sniper bullets now penetrate enemy players and spawn points now prioritize locations cl…
Store9 changesBalanceGameplay - Merk Mayhem
Updates 0.13 & 0.14
Aim Assist Implemented mild bullet magnetism for Assault Rifles, Shotguns, SMGs, and select sidearms. UI/UX Players can now toggle between locked and unlocked weapon swaps: Locked: Pressing “1” equips your primary, pres…
Announcement8 changesUI/audioGameplay


