Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead — patch notes and updates
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| Update | Date | Excerpt / source |
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| Arma 2 Operation Arrowhead Windows 11 Hotfix #2 | 2021-12-21 | This hotfix for Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead resolves a few issues with the original Windows 11 update and brings a quality-of-life change to the branch configuration. We are adding the new Windows 10 and 11 compatible BattlEye files to Arma 2 OA's /Expansion folder to ensure functionality with older setups. We are also removing password protection from the branch 163_backup which contains 1.63 version of Arma 2 OA. This is to ensure compatibility with Linux servers still running on the 1.63 version. Changelog BattlEye - Added new client binaries and libraries to the Arma 2 Operation Arrowhead Expansion folder. Steam Branch Configuration - Rem |
| Arma 2 Operation Arrowhead Windows 11 Hotfix | 2021-12-16 | In cooperation with the BattlEye team, we have prepared a hotfix for Arma 2 Operation Arrowhead. This hotfix adds BattlEye support for Windows 11. If you experience issues with this Operation Arrowhead update, we have made a "legacy" version available on Steam. To download this build, please go to your Steam library, right-click on Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead, select "Properties". In the Properties window select the "BETAS" tabs, and use the drop-down menu to select "legacy". After you click on the "Close" button, Steam will automatically begin to download the previous version of the game. Changelog BattlEye - Updated client binaries and libr |
| Arma 2 Operation Arrowhead 1.64 Update | 2019-11-07 | In cooperation with the CorePatch team, we have prepared update 1.64 for Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead, which takes care of many issues, including Windows 10 support. If you experience issues with the recent Operation Arrowhead update, we have made a "legacy" version available on Steam. To download this build, please go to your Steam library, right-click on Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead, select "Properties". In the Properties window select the "BETAS" tabs, and use the dropdown menu to select "legacy". After you click on the "Close" button, Steam will automatically begin to download the previous version of the game. Changelog Engine - Security fi |
| Corepatch hotfix | 2015-12-21 | Based on community feedback the Corepatch team has released a small hotfix, which takes care of some of the most prominent issues. If you are having issue with the recent Operation Arrowhead patch or this hotfix, we have enabled "legacy" beta. To download it go to your steam library, click with the right mouse button on Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead, select properties. In the properties window select tab "BETAS" and from the dropdown list choose "legacy". After clicking on the Close button Steam will download the previous version of the game. Changelog: - AS50 sound reverted to original - DMR zeroing removed due to community requests - Burst le |
| Corepatch hotfix | 2015-12-21 | Based on community feedback the Corepatch team has released a small hotfix, which takes care of some of the most prominent issues. If you are having issue with the recent Operation Arrowhead patch or this hotfix, we have enabled "legacy" beta. To download it go to your steam library, click with the right mouse button on Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead, select properties. In the properties window select tab "BETAS" and from the dropdown list choose "legacy". After clicking on the Close button Steam will download the previous version of the game. Changelog: - AS50 sound reverted to original - DMR zeroing removed due to community requests - Burst le |
| Christmas update combined with Corepatch | 2015-12-18 | After a prolonged beta, the latest Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead patch has finally matured and reached its release phase. It includes several engine fixes listed in the changelog below. On top of that, we have included “CorePatch” and “CorePatch2” data patches developed by members of the community. Huge thanks and credits to Goliath and SaMatra and several other devoted community developers (for full credits, please see the changelog). in case you experience any issue, leave us your feedback in this thread. Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead 1.63.131129 engine fixes: added hardcoded query port at UDPport+1 added check NAN (not a number) fixed squad lo |
| Christmas update combined with Corepatch | 2015-12-18 | After a prolonged beta, the latest Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead patch has finally matured and reached its release phase. It includes several engine fixes listed in the changelog below. On top of that, we have included “CorePatch” and “CorePatch2” data patches developed by members of the community. Huge thanks and credits to Goliath and SaMatra and several other devoted community developers (for full credits, please see the changelog). in case you experience any issue, leave us your feedback in this thread. Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead 1.63.131129 engine fixes: added hardcoded query port at UDPport+1 added check NAN (not a number) fixed squad lo |
| Minor BattlEye update published | 2015-10-01 | A minor BattlEye update has been published to both main and beta version of Operation Arrowhead. |
| Minor BattlEye update published | 2015-10-01 | A minor BattlEye update has been published to both main and beta version of Operation Arrowhead. |
| ARMA 2: Operation Arrowhead patch 1.59 released on STEAM | 2011-04-27 | + Significantly improved convoy and driving AI behaviour + Numerous combat AI enhancements and fixes + Enhanced vegetation rendering + Improved commanding interface + Several MP security fixes + Tweaked speed of transition animations + Language fixes Curious what's in DLCs BAF & PMC? then check following video of A2:RFT on DVD release (OA-multiplayer + both DLCs) ARMA 2: Reinforcement - Launch Trailer: STEAMusers don't need to buy RFT, equals OA+DLCs ownership, so enjoy video. Hint: We are working on new A2 detection for A2: OA to please STEAM users :) click here to read detailed changelog about 1.59 update Have fun and please share Your feed |
| ARMA 2: Operation Arrowhead patch 1.59 released on STEAM | 2011-04-27 | + Significantly improved convoy and driving AI behaviour + Numerous combat AI enhancements and fixes + Enhanced vegetation rendering + Improved commanding interface + Several MP security fixes + Tweaked speed of transition animations + Language fixes Curious what's in DLCs BAF & PMC? then check following video of A2:RFT on DVD release (OA-multiplayer + both DLCs) ARMA 2: Reinforcement - Launch Trailer: STEAMusers don't need to buy RFT, equals OA+DLCs ownership, so enjoy video. Hint: We are working on new A2 detection for A2: OA to please STEAM users :) click here to read detailed changelog about 1.59 update Have fun and please share Your feed |
| ARMA 2: Operation Arrowhead patch 1.57 released on STEAM | 2010-12-23 | New update 1.57 for ARMA 2: OA was airdropped on STEAM service ! http://external.ak.fbcdn.net/safe_image.php?d=6b8acc89873bdd3ea9a5bacadca7c87b&w=90&h=90&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arma2.com%2Fimages%2Ffacebook%2FSLEIGH_RIDE.jpg + Numerous stability and functionality fixes and improvements + Improved netcode (better locality handling) + New scripting commands + 4 new bonus scenarios for owners of the full version of Arma 2: Private Military Company + Added many new scripting commands and event-handlers + AI behavior related fixes and improvements Included were M8 weapon sights for CBQ (by popular demand) ... http://external.ak.fbcdn.net/safe_image. |
| ARMA 2: Operation Arrowhead patch 1.57 released on STEAM | 2010-12-23 | New update 1.57 for ARMA 2: OA was airdropped on STEAM service ! + Numerous stability and functionality fixes and improvements + Improved netcode (better locality handling) + New scripting commands + 4 new bonus scenarios for owners of the full version of Arma 2: Private Military Company + Added many new scripting commands and event-handlers + AI behavior related fixes and improvements Included were M8 weapon sights for CBQ (by popular demand) ... click here to read detailed changelog about 1.57 update Have fun and please share Your feedback on STEAM or BIForums ! Click here to visit 1.57 thread on BIForums |
| Developer's Blog: "Report In!" Interview #5 | 2010-12-11 | Next up in our new 'Report In!' series, a discussion with one of Bohemia Interactive's Lead Artists, and some exclusive 'behind the scenes' images have been declassified and are ready for immediate analysis! Click here to read the interview with David Zapletal, one of the Bohemia's Lead Artists In other news: Click here to learn more about trailer below... "Proving Grounds" showcase trailer" Note: We're working hard on fixes and updates for A2: OA |
| Developer's Blog: "Report In!" Interview #5 | 2010-12-11 | Next up in our new 'Report In!' series, a discussion with one of Bohemia Interactive's Lead Artists, and some exclusive 'behind the scenes' images have been declassified and are ready for immediate analysis! Click here to read the interview with David Zapletal, one of the Bohemia's Lead Artists In other news: Click here to learn more about trailer below... "Proving Grounds" showcase trailer" Note: We're working hard on fixes and updates for A2: OA |
| Developer's Blog: "Report In!" Interview #4 | 2010-11-18 | The next head on the royal chopping block is Jay Crowe, Creative Lead on 'Private Military Company' (PMC), a new addon to Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead (A2OA). Jay answers questions about the upcoming content, talks about the motivation behind the project, and discusses the concept of Downloadable Content more generally. Click here to read Report In! - Interview with Jay Crowe, Creative Lead In other news: Bohemia Interactive announces a new release date for its forthcoming expansion, Arma 2: Private Military Company - Tuesday 30th November 2010. Click here to learn more ... One of main reasons is to adopt ARMEX to support A2: OA and A2: BAF co |
| Developer's Blog: "Report In!" Interview #4 | 2010-11-18 | The next head on the royal chopping block is Jay Crowe, Creative Lead on 'Private Military Company' (PMC), a new addon to Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead (A2OA). Jay answers questions about the upcoming content, talks about the motivation behind the project, and discusses the concept of Downloadable Content more generally. Click here to read Report In! - Interview with Jay Crowe, Creative Lead In other news: Bohemia Interactive announces a new release date for its forthcoming expansion, Arma 2: Private Military Company - Tuesday 30th November 2010. Click here to learn more ... One of main reasons is to adopt ARMEX to support A2: OA and A2: BAF co |
| ARMA 2: Operation Arrowhead patch 1.55 released on STEAM | 2010-11-13 | New update 1.55 for ARMA 2: OA was released on STEAM service ! + Numerous stability and functionality fixes and improvements + Reworked MP SP/MP Mission Selector + Various visual optimizations and fidelity additions + Added many new scripting commands and event-handlers + AI behaviour related fixes and improvements click here to read detailed changelog about 1.55 update Have fun and please share Your feedback on STEAM or BIForums ! Also don't miss fresh Interview With Joris-Jan van 't Land, Senior Designer Video of upcoming MultiPlayer Armory mode inside ARMA 2: PMC official game group |
| ARMA 2: Operation Arrowhead patch 1.55 released on STEAM | 2010-11-13 | New update 1.55 for ARMA 2: OA was released on STEAM service ! + Numerous stability and functionality fixes and improvements + Reworked MP SP/MP Mission Selector + Various visual optimizations and fidelity additions + Added many new scripting commands and event-handlers + AI behaviour related fixes and improvements click here to read detailed changelog about 1.55 update Have fun and please share Your feedback on STEAM or BIForums ! Also don't miss fresh Interview With Joris-Jan van 't Land, Senior Designer Video of upcoming MultiPlayer Armory mode inside ARMA 2: PMC official game group |
| ARMA 2: Operation Arrowhead patch 1.55 release imminent! | 2010-11-05 | When it hits? Very soon! (yet not this week) Numerous stability and functionality fixes and improvements. click here to view details in public beta change-log... Reworked MP SP/MP Mission Selector. and much more ... * this news self-destructs on time of new patch release |