Stickforge Patch Notes - 20260511

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# Stickforge Patch Notes - 20260511

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## Performance & Network

• AdjustedWeb versionreduced lag and improved overall stability * Server-side optimizations for more consistent multiplayer behavior * Fixed server crash caused by projectile handling issues * Improved hit detection reliability (see Combat Fixes)

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## Combat Fixes & Changes

• Fixed issue where throwable (tertiary weapons) could consume multiple charges at once

• Likely caused by missing or inconsistent server-side cooldown validation * Bombs are no longer throwable items

• They are now permanent inventory items * Added headshots for NPCs * Fixed bug where bullets could pass through NPCs/players depending on hitbox and projectile speed

• Improved server-side hit detection timing and consistency (hitbox scaling / tickrate adjustments) * NPCs are now killed if they move outside the map bounds

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## UI & UX Improvements

• “Last online” status no longer shows as unknown * Improved overall UI layout for better readability * Warning indicator added before the “My Account” button to encourage account backup * Chat system fix

• Typing “H” or triggering name-based shortcuts no longer hides chat (fixed unintended behavior) * Previous chat messages are now preserved when joining a server lobby

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## Leaderboard & Progression

• Leaderboard update

• Kills are now split into two categories

• Kills (Player) * Kills (NPC) * Kill/Death count has been reset to match the new kill count and reflect the ratio properly

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## General Fixes

• Fixed multiple edge-case projectile bugs affecting consistency and stability * General backend improvements to reduce desync and improve reliability in multiplayer sessions

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**REMINDER:** Stickforge Early Access ends on May 26 and the game will be released on Steam in its final version.