Balance · 2
The specifications for the G-Rifle 332 are being standardized.
specs standardizationThe season tier for the HG21c Dirty Warrior is being adjusted.
season tier adjustment
Content · 1
The Quick Match Demolition Map Rotation will be updated. The map rotation for Quick Match Demolition will be adjusted.
map rotation
Economy · 5
The custom price for the Tundra is being adjusted.
custom price adjustmentAVA COIN rewards based on season levels, previously distributed at the end of the season, will now be provided via the mailbox upon operation conclusion to celebrate the new operation and 4th anniversary.
reward distributionChanges are being made to the Capsule Shop Jackpot items.
item change4th Anniversary Medals are available for purchase at a discounted price, limited to one purchase per account.
saleChanges are being made to the monthly rewards.
reward change
UI · 5
Throwing Weapon Group Icons are being modified to enhance visibility and match the weapon type.
icon modificationAdjustments are being made to the Hot & New menu.
menu adjustmentThe zoom color for the RX Storm Wendigo is being adjusted.
zoom color adjustmentChanges are being made to all special weapon icons. All special weapon icons are being changed, with fixed early models that had not been updated.
icon changeImprovements are being made to the viewing of primary weapon stat details.
stat detail
Fix · 1
A display issue with the AN X14 Infighter Incendiary Grenade is being fixed.
display fix
Also in this patch17
The base balance of the X36 and G-Rifle 332 weapons is scheduled to be adjusted. The X36 weapon will have its Range, Rate of Fire, Recoil Control, and Movement Speed significantly increased, with Attack Power, Aim Recovery Speed, and Accuracy slightly increased. The G-Rifle 332 will have its Attack Power increased by 3, with slightly increased rapid-fire accuracy and recoil control.
weapon rebalanceA new operation called Black Market is being added.
new operationNew quests exclusive to titles and name cards are being added, which can be found on the challenge page. New quests exclusive to titles and name cards are being added to the challenge page.
new questA new Title & Name Card System is being updated, allowing players to apply titles and name cards. A new system for applying titles and name cards to mercenaries is being added. Titles and Name Cards can be obtained through operation missions, special event promotions, sales promotion perks, exclusive quests, random boxes, and Operation Passes. Titles and Name Cards will be displayed in the lobby, during spectating, and when an enemy is defeated.
new systemOperation Achievements are being added to provide additional rewards for consistent gameplay. Black Market Operation Achievements are being added to provide additional rewards for consistent gameplay.
new contentOther bug fixes will be implemented.
bug fixA new escape map called E-BAZZAR is being added. A new Escape mission map called E-BAZZAR is being added, featuring a scenario where EU Forces must escape by van from NRF forces. The Quick Match Escape Mode maps will rotate between E-Boat and E-Bazaar.
new mapA new special weapon, the Recon Binoculars, is being added. Recon Binoculars, a tactical telescope usable twice per round, are being added to the special weapon slot. The Recon Binoculars can only be used twice per round and cannot be used after both uses are expended.
new special weaponAugust Pre-Update Coupons are available for login each day from 8/18 to 8/20 UTC.
coupon codeNew AVA Coin Capsules will be added, allowing players to acquire various items using newly obtained AVA Coins. New AVA Coin Capsules will be added, containing various items including last season's items and new operation weapons. The purchase price of the AVA Coin Capsule is 5,000 AVA Coins.
new itemA new random box called the Black Market Box is being added, offering a chance to acquire Operation Primary Weapons, Masks, Titles, and Business Cards. A new random box called the Black Market Box is being added.
new random boxThe maintenance schedule for the update has been adjusted to allow more time for verifying update details. The update schedule is from 2026. 08. 20, 01:00 AM to 2026. 08. 20, 06:00 AM UTC.
generalThe Aslan map in Quick Match will be switched to Classic. The Aslan map in Quick Match will be converted to Classic.
map conversionAll AVA Coins will be reset once Operation Jade Storm concludes, so players should use them before the August update.
currency resetThe special weapon slot will be expanded to allow the use of two different types of weapons, categorized as Recovery and Skill. The special weapon slot will be expanded to allow the use of two different types of special weapons, categorized as Recovery and Tactical. Players cannot use two special weapons with the same effect when the special weapon slot is expanded.
slot expansionA new melee weapon, the Throwing Axe, will be permanently acquirable upon completing the Operation Pass. A new weapon, the Throwing Axe, will be released during this Operation content. Players can permanently acquire a new melee weapon upon completing the Operation Pass in the Black Market operation. Several main rewards, including permanent weapons like Orsis Warlord, X36 Warlord, and Throwing Axe, are available through the Operation Pass. The Throwing Axe can be thrown, with a permanent version obtainable at Operation Level 200. The Throwing Axe can be used twice per round if the character Diallo O.Shango is equipped. To throw the Throwing Axe, right-click while holding it, which will then switch the player to bare hands.
new melee weaponA new Operation Pass system is being added to provide achievements and rewards for player investment. The Operation Pass will be provided in two phases, applied in 2-month cycles. The first half of the Operation Pass allows players to reach Level 200, and the second half up to Level 400. The standard Operation EXP per level is 3,000. The Operation Pass is intended for players who consistently love AVA and is not considered a monetization model.
new system