A new Escape from Tarkov update is on it's way! EfT Patch 0.16.5.5 brings some interesting new features, improvements, and gameplay adjustments that enhance both the Arena and core Tarkov experiences. There's a lot to unpack because of the changes to the Battle Pass system, an overhaul of Ref’s tasks, and expanded gear and crafting options. Let's take a look at the full patch notes.
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Escape from Tarkov Patch 0.16.5.5 Changes
The latest update to Escape from Tarkov, patch 0.16.5.5, makes the Battle Pass and task progression much better. Players completing the Arena Battle Pass will now get all rewards—excluding currency and crates—across wipes, with new tactical clothing immediately accessible in both Arena and Escape from Tarkov, including PvE mode.
This EfT update also reworks Ref’s task line, making the tasks easier, the rewards better, and adding new objectives. Completing certain tasks now grants temporary access to Arena for players without it. The Secure Container Theta received a redesigned layout, and the item pool from Ref was expanded with high-level gear, ammo, and storage cases.
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EfT Full Patch Notes 0.16.5.5
Reward for completing the BattlePass in EFT: Arena
Added rewards from the EFT: Arena BattlePass:
• All rewards, except for currency and crates, do not disappear with wipes and will remain on your account forever;
• New tactical clothing is available immediately both in Escape from Tarkov: Arena and Escape from Tarkov, including PvE mode;
• In Escape from Tarkov, the clothing is not displayed at Ragman and is available only in the Character tab.
• Items such as masks and plate carriers will become automatically available in Escape from Tarkov as trade offers from Ref:
• All offers from Ref will become available in PvE mode once the synchronization mechanics between EFT: Arena and PvE mode are implemented.
• Battle Pass Season 0 will be available for 2 months with an optional extension:
• We will announce the end of the Battle Pass a few weeks in advance.
• All progress, as well as the Battle Pass currency, is retained through wipes. This means that if you decide to earn Prestige in Escape from Tarkov, you will be able to continue the Battle Pass from the same progress point.
Global rework for Ref tasks
Redesigned all of the tasks from Ref:
• Reduced the difficulty of the tasks;
• Increased and improved the completion rewards;
• Removed hard to complete task conditions, such as visiting Streets of Tarkov;
• Added an alternate final task in the Ref task line;
• When completing the task Balancing - Part 1, players will be able to access a free trial version of Escape from Tarkov: Arena for 3 days:
• With any type of wipe, including Prestige, you can gain access to Escape from Tarkov: Arena for 3 days again.
Secure container Theta rework
Changed the inventory cell layout for Secure container Theta:
• Before: 2х2 + 1х2 + 1х2 + 1х2;
• After: 4х2 + 1х2.
Detailed changes to Ref tasks
Easy Money - Part 1
New availability conditions:
• Changed the availability conditions from character level 7 to character level 3.
Easy Money - Part 2
New objectives:
• Hand over 5 found in raid items from the Drinks category;
• Hand over 5 found in raid items from the Food category.
Balancing - Part 1
New initial reward:
• 2 x Steyr AUG A1 assault rifle.
New objectives:
• Eliminate Scavs while using a Steyr AUG on any location.
New task rewards:
• Increased the GP coin reward from 26 to 45;
• Changed the weapon reward from HK G36 to Steyr AUG A1;
• Now, when completing the task, you gain a 3-day trial for Escape from Tarkov: Arena.
To Great Heights! - Part 1
New availability conditions:
• The task is now unlocked after Balancing - Part 1;
• The task can now be progressed simultaneously with Balancing - Part 2.
New objectives:
• Win a match in CheckPoint or LastHero mode in Arena.
New task rewards:
• Increased the GP coin reward from 32 to 72;
• Added a 1 x Lega Medal reward.
Balancing - Part 2
New availability conditions:
• The task can now be progressed simultaneously with To Great Heights! - Part 1.
New initial reward:
• 2 x PACA Soft Armor.
New objectives:
• Eliminate 2 PMC operatives while wearing a PACA Soft Armor on any location.
New task rewards:
• Increased the GP coin reward from 36 to 52;
• Changed the AKS-74UB weapon reward to 2 x Death Shadow mask (without the Found in Raid mark).
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To Great Heights! - Part 2
New objectives:
• Win a match in TeamFight, BlastGang, or CheckPoint mode in Arena.
New task rewards:
• Increased the GP coin reward from 28 to 45;
• Changed the Steyr AUG A1 weapon reward to Mk47 Mutant.
Surprise
New availability conditions:
• Removed the character level 10 availability condition.
New objectives:
• Hand over the found in raid items: 3 x Class 4 or higher ballistic plates.
New task rewards:
• Increased the GP coin reward from 25 to 55.
To Great Heights! - Part 3
New objectives:
• Win a match while claiming at least 3rd place in TeamFight, BlastGang, or Checkpoint mode in Arena.
Create a Distraction - Part 1
New objectives:
• Plant 3 x TP-200 TNT bricks on the second floor of the cafe on Ground Zero.
To Great Heights! - Part 4
New objectives:
• Hand over 1,000,000 RUB from the EFT balance;
• Win three out of six matches in TeamFight, BlastGang, or CheckPoint mode in Arena.
Create a Distraction - Part 2
• The task is now completely optional and not required for full progression of Ref's task line.
New objectives:
• Eliminate 2 x Kaban's or Kollontay's guards on Streets of Tarkov;
• You must not kill Kaban or Kollontay while the task is active.
New task rewards:
• Added a 1 x Lega Medal reward.
To Great Heights! - Part 5
New availability conditions:
• Removed the character level 18 availability condition.
New objectives:
• Win two matches in a row in TeamFight, BlastGang, or CheckPoint mode in Arena.
Against the Conscience - Part 1
New availability conditions:
• Complete the task To Great Heights! - Part 5;
• Complete the task Create a Distraction - Part 1;
• Removed the character level 20 availability condition.
Against the Conscience - Part 2
New objectives:
• Eliminate 100 enemies in any game mode in Arena.
New task rewards:
• Increased the GP coin reward from 44 to 88.
Decisions, Decisions
New task rewards:
• Increased the GP coin reward from 60 to 72;
• Reduced the Fence standing loss from -1.5 to -0.15.
Between Two Fires
New task rewards:
• Added a 165,000 roubles reward;
• Reduced the Fence standing increase from 2 to 0.2.
Ref item range update
Removed the offers for barter items needed to build Hideout zones.
Added new offers:
• Metal fuel tank (LL3);
• Body armor repair kit (LL4);
• Weapon repair kit (LL3);
• .338 Lapua Magnum FMJ ammo pack (20 pcs) (LL4);
• 6.8x51mm SIG FMJ ammo pack (20 pcs) (LL4);
• 7.62x51mm M61 ammo pack (20 pcs) (LL4);
• 7.62x54mm R BT gzh ammo pack (20 pcs) (LL4);
• 5.7x28mm SS190 ammo pack (50 pcs) (LL3);
• .300 Blackout CBJ ammo pack (50 pcs) (LL3);
• Ballistic plate case (LL2);
• Magazine case (LL2);
• Ammunition case (LL2);
• Key case (LL2);
• AK-74 5.45x39 6L31 60-round magazine (LL3);
• AR-15 5.56x45 Magpul PMAG D-60 STANAG 60-round magazine (LL3);
• HK MP5 9x19 X Products X-5 50-round drum magazine (LL2);
• Steiner LAS/TAC 2 tactical flashlight (LL2);
• Stark SE-5 Express Forward foregrip (LL3);
• Vortex Razor HD Gen.2 1-6x24 30mm riflescope (LL3);
• EOTech Vudu 1-6x24 30mm riflescope (LL3);
• EOTech EXPS3-0 holographic sight (Tan) (LL3);
• Vortex Razor AMG UH-1 holographic sight (LL2);
• AR-15 Daniel Defense Enhanced Collapsible Buttstock (LL3);
• L3Harris GPNVG-18 night vision goggles (LL3).
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Workbench crafts update
Added crafts for all Arena crates for Workbench level 1:
• Crate list:
• Locked equipment crate (Battle Pass Season 0);
• Locked equipment crate (Rare);
• Locked valuables crate (Rare);
• Locked supply crate (Rare);
• Locked weapon crate (Rare).
• Opening time: 1 minute;
• Requirement: Hand drill.
New Battle Pass Season 0 crate
A unique crate that can only be obtained as part of the Season 0 Battle Pass or special events.
The crate includes many rare items such as: Intelligence folder, TerraGroup Blue Folders, Physical Bitcoin, military electronics, LEDX, Marked keys, and others.
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