You might be wondering why you can't play EfT or why is it down. Escape from Tarkov is currently preparing for the installation of a technical patch which comes with downtime. This means EFT is currently unavailable to play until the Battlestate Games team is done. The downtime starts at 7 AM GMT or 2 AM EST on February 21st, and it will last approximately 4 hours, as promised by the devs. Players won't be able to access EfT during that time frame. Here's everything you need to know about Escape from Tarkov's downtime:
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Escape from Tarkov Downtime Schedule
The technical update window in Escape from Tarkov will happen on February 21st, making the game inaccessible for all players. Specific EFT downtime details include:
- Servers go offline on February 21st at 2 AM EST
- It will take around 4 hours of downtime
- This downtime can be extended if the game's team runs into issues
Once the technical update is live and stability is confirmed, Escape from Tarkov servers will reopen with the new changes active.
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LATAM Twitch Drops Campaign
Yeah, EfT has a technical update prepared but they also have a Twitch drop event in store for us. Don't miss out on the free goodies! The EFT streams event will start on February 26th and it will be available until March 1. Check out the list of eligible streamers and tune in for some sweet rewards.
Final Thoughts
Escape from Tarkov is preparing for a technical update. With it, players will experience a 4-hour long downtime. This is completely normal, as the team behind EfT needs their time to implement the changes.
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