<@&1011235012827422791>
Hello Contestants! we got some news incoming about THE FINALS! head on to our Steam page to find more information:
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2073850/view/3261189903693369934
#game-announcements
mint trench
mint trench
<@&1011234989993644033>
For all our eagle-eyed Contestants and yolk folk, we come bearing a desktop wallpaper featuring exciting new art!
As always, be sure to drink your PRO JUICE and pet your egg friend!
You can also find this wallpaper and any future art we share in the #🎨┇off-topic-art channel! 
mint trench
<@&1011234989993644033>
> 
This message is brought to you by OSPUZE! Stay hydrated and crush your foes with the power of PRO JUICE. <
Hello Contestants and egg friends! The team is hard at work bringing THE FINALS to you, but we're delighted to share another piece of art they cooked up for us to enjoy while we wait! You can find it on Twitter and in #🎨┇off-topic-art !
As always, stay eagle eyed (egg-le eyed?)!
mint trench
<@&1011235012827422791>
Good day, Contestants! You've waited patiently. You've heard “soon” so often, it shows up in your dreams. You spend all your free time thinking of egg puns. Well, guess what?!
SOON IS NOW
Our gameplay trailer is prepped and ready to rock your eggy world, so check it out NOW!
Link: https://youtu.be/uxloMQgfoYI
Oh, that's the stuff. N-egg-xt level destruction, coming soon in THE FINALS!
<@&1011235012827422791>
Hello again Contestants! be sure to head on to our Steam page for more in-depth news!
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2073850/view/3285962238539670479
tiny pendant
@everyone Good timezone, Contestants! 
Couple announcements:
If you have signed up for the Alpha playtest on Steam and have not yet received an email or access, do not fret! Access can still be granted for the entire duration of the playtest until October 3rd. So if you did not receive an email yet, there is still ample time! This is, however, the only way to acquire a key. You cannot pay for access, and it is random, so it has nothing to do with when you signed up for access initially.
Please be sure to check both the #📌┇faq and the pinned messages in each channel for up-to-date basic information.
The playtest is under an NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement) which means the game cannot be streamed at this time, nor can screenshots or footage be shared. If you notice someone breaking the NDA, please report it to @candid spire. Thanks!
We hope you're having an EGGcellent time! 
mint trench
<@&1011234989993644033>
Hey gang! We just pushed a patch, so please restart and update your game clients - this is, of course, an early test, but thanks to your feedback, we've already seen some clear areas of improvement we can tackle! Here are the balancing changes we're implementing today:
Balancing:
- Reduced Protective Dome damage absorption from 200 to 135
- Reduced Wave Respawn Timer from 120 seconds to 60
tiny pendant
@everyone Hi all!
We are aware of some crashing and server issues. We are working on getting it fixed as quickly as we can!
Thanks to those of you who reached out about the crashes. Appreciate it! 
EDIT: Should be all good now! Let us know if you continue to struggle in #1025004864008368180!
mint trench
<@&1011234989993644033>
Hello Contestants and yolk folk,
The Closed Alpha is now officially over! A big thank you to those who were able to play, your feedback and support means so much to us! And for those who unfortunately could not play, fret not! More playtests in the future with more people and more regions are coming soon ™️ !
We will continue to develop THE FINALS and share more information with everyone as soon as we can. GG!
With love, Embark.
mint trench
Hello <@&1011234989993644033> !
Calling all of our lovely content creators! We've added a new role that enables you to share your content with everyone over on our new channel #🌟┇videos-content! If you are doing content for THE FINALS and would like the role, please reach out to <@&1011203748275691524> and we'll set you up.
and as always, don't forget to pet your egg friends
Have a nice day!
quiet lodge
Hey <@&1011234989993644033>! You have all been so patient following our Alpha test. Meanwhile, we've kept busy taking in all of your feedback and going through data. We'd like to share some of the fun data we found with you. We also just want to say a big THANK YOU! You're helping us improve THE FINALS and we couldn't do this without you
mint trench
Contestants,
Did you miss out on our Alpha? Do you miss the action and destruction of the arena?
We are happy to inform you all of our plan for a larger beta early next year! More information will be revealed closer to the date. You didn't forget to sign up for playtesting, did you? https://store.steampowered.com/app/2073850/THE_FINALS/
Thanks for all your support and have an eggcellent day
With love, Embark.
[ <@&1011234989993644033> ]
quiet lodge
Contestants,
In anticipation of our upcoming beta, we’re excited to bring you into the world of gamemaking at Embark Studios. Introducing our new series, MAKING THE FINALS.
This first episode features several members of our audio design team and was created and narrated by Audio Director Andreas Almström. Use your headphones for the best listening experience 🎧
https://youtu.be/zds54ehEFkE
If you have questions for our audio team, you can send them in our submission form. As you might imagine, we’re quite busy working on the game right now, but Andreas and the team hope to get back with some responses at a later date.
https://forms.gle/KLzqYHpzpexNQw3D6.
Wanna be a part of our upcoming beta? Don't forget to Request Access on Steam!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2073850/THE_FINALS/
Hang tight, contestants, and enjoy! 
With love, Embark
[ <@&1011235012827422791> ] [ <@&1011234989993644033> ]
quiet lodge
Contestants,
We’re excited to spill the beans, as the beta trailer is here!
https://youtu.be/MYQLw2b__qA
That’s right, THE FINALS is having its beta playtest Very Soon™️, the 7th of March, to be exact. Don’t forget to request access on Steam, as this will be a closed beta:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2073850/THE_FINALS/
We know many of you are brimming with questions, so please head to the newly updated #📌┇faq for more information before pinging the community team.
With love, Embark
[ <@&1011235012827422791> ]
hybrid goblet
Hello my friends!
We are about to open the Closed Beta for THE FINALS within the hour!
Here is what you can expect to happen:
We will invite veeerrrrryyyy slowly with a goal to ramp up the number of invites sent over the course of the next few hours and days. This means that if you get in right away, expect some longer matchmaking times until things get busy!
We love that you are here with us and we’re going to roll out new ways for you to get and share access as the test continues. So if you aren’t in right away, don’t fret!
This closed beta is all about testing the game, finding new ways to make it fun and engaging, and bringing our players in as an important part of the development process.
Please tune in here later for a special message about ways you can help us once the test has begun and a few known issues we’d like you to hunt for!
PS thank you for blowing up this server. You’re making us all sweat but the hype is REAL!
//Dusty
neon forge
Hey there Contestants and yolk folk alike! 
We hope you're all enjoying the hype and your first chance to hop into the action of the arena to compete with all of our other players!
There are a few things the team has been fully made aware of and we are doing our best to tackle them to help you guys have a better experience in-game. We recommend keeping an eye out on #1072100259636985876 and #1072100020876226560.
While we can forget sometimes to Cashout our Vaults, lets not forget you can see and search the top 10K contestants here!
Our leaderboard is global, searchable by steam name, and only displays the top 10,000, so don't fret if you don't see yourself there yet, there is always a chance to climb up.
Can you reach....the top of the leaderboard?
[ <@&1011235012827422791> ] [ <@&1011234989993644033> ]
hybrid goblet
Hello my friends!
We’re coming in hot with a patch to improve the Closed Beta experience.
Here’s what we have for you right now:
– We fixed a bug where bullet hits wouldn’t register for some clients.
– We fixed a bug that caused third-person characters to get stuck in frozen animation states.
– We fixed a client crash that sometimes occurred when downloading avatar images.
– We improved the level of detail for high-quality graphics settings.
We will continue to update you frequently throughout the Beta period on known issues and upcoming fixes. Thanks so much for playing THE FINALS and helping us make this the best game possible. Stay tuned; we have more in the pipeline for you!
Make sure to head on in to Steam and update your build!
hybrid goblet
Hello my friends!
Patch 0.2 is here! We've got audio fixes, crash fixes, a major adjustment to how XP is earned, and just a bunch of other bug squishing! 🪲 🪲 🪲
Keys will still roll out. This is a closed beta, so it's limited but we hope that many many more of you will get to play. Sign up on Steam and please be kind to our hardworking CMs, mods, and devs! And of course, be kind to each other, too! ❤️
That's how we roll here.
Dusty
hybrid goblet
Hello my friends!
We’ve been busy bees 🐝 over the weekend, trying to patch and balance as you play. I am happy to announce that we have a monster of a patch coming to you in the next few minutes.
It’s chalk full of updates and fixes from everything from movement and UI, to graphics settings and performance. You might see fewer people flying around the map, and hopefully this will help stop that “ice-skating” feeling that happens when the goo spawns!
Check out the full list of changes in our patch notes that you’ll see in the Discord beta section, on twitter, and on Steam (as soon as they are approved).
We’ll keep pushing for changes while you keep playing. For those of you in the CB, thank you for the taking the time to help us break things so we can put them back together.
Dusty
honest spire
Hey yolks!
You may have noticed you're unable to enter the game now - it's not just you, we're aware, team is hard at work on it! 💪
We're sorry for this unexpected break in your XP grind and appreciate your patience.
<@&1011235012827422791>
ETA: Should be fixed now! 🔥
honest spire
Hey yolks!
After yesterday's big patch, we noticed issues with frame rate drops for some players. We just shipped a Hotfix on Steam that should improve the experience, make sure to update your game client!
Note: Seems some folks have been unable to launch the game right away - don't panic, try restarting your Steam and verifying your game files
[ <@&1011235012827422791> ]
hybrid goblet
Hello My Friends!
We are heading toward the second and final weekend of the Closed Beta playtest! I am here to remind you that you can play with friends using Embark ID. Head over to #1084819913585209415 channel to learn more.
Also, you may have noticed that we dropped another HUGE patch on you just now. So it is time to update!
You’ll find both fixes and balance changes and a new Diamond League (in case you thought you were done grinding…)
Hop in and give it a try. Thank you again for being here and testing with us!
Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello my friends!
We are nearing the end of the Closed Beta test of THE FINALS! It’s been great having so many contestants in the arena – we can’t thank you enough for all your input and feedback. We have so much great information to analyze! The entire team here at Embark is excited to roll up our sleeves and make the game even better!
I wanted to give you a head’s up that we will close the test on the <t:1679475600:f>. Assuming everything runs smoothly, we want to give you one extra day to play. However, since the test was intended to end earlier, you wont be able to see or complete contracts from midnight CET onwards.
We will conduct a small server maintenance task tomorrow morning (March 21st), as well, which may cause a short disruption.
Thanks for being such good eggs!
/Dusty
[<@&1011235012827422791>]
hybrid goblet
Hello my very good friends!
The closed beta is now officially a wrap!
You’ve given us two weeks of your time and so much feedback to take in. All of us here at Embark are beyond grateful!
In just a few minutes, we’ll be shutting the doors so we can get back to work and make improvements and adjustments to THE FINALS based on what we’ve learned from this experience. It’s been wildly fun to share our hard work with so many people and I’m particularly happy you joined us here on Discord.
We’ve watched you explore the arsenal, destroy arenas, turn each other into piles of coins, swing, launch, and slide your contestants into every nook and cranny of our virtual worlds. Now it is time to unplug for a bit and enjoy some time in the meatspace while we prepare the arena for a new season of destruction.
We’ll have more to share soon, and we invite you to stick around and be part of our community of very good eggs.
With tons of love,
/Dusty and the entire team at Embark.!
PS: Don’t forget to wishlist THE FINALS on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2073850
[<@&1011235012827422791>]
hybrid goblet
ANNOUNCING: CLOSED BETA 2
Are you ready for CB2?
June 14-21
--6 days to play.
--7 new permanent rewards.
--Unlimited destruction.
If you played Closed Beta 1, you get in automatically.
If you didn’t get to play last time, check your inbox starting on June 14, as Steam invites will go out daily.
If you haven’t signed up yet, what are you waiting for?
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2073850/THE_FINALS/?utm_source=Discord&utm_campaign=cb2
We’ve been working hard and using your feedback to improve, polish, and balance. Welcome back to THE FINALS, contestants.
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello, my friends,
CB2 is a GO!
**THE ARENA IS NOW OPEN! **
If you had access to the previous test in March (CB1) then you automatically have access now, make sure to update your game client on Steam!
If you’re waiting for access, we’re sending out batches of invites throughout the entire duration of the test, so make sure to check your email.
Welcome back, Contestants!
<@&1011235012827422791>
neon forge
Howdy yolks!
As mentioned before, tune in to our lovely MEET THE MAKERS panel today discussing MAPS!
We'll be joined by Joakim our Senior Environmental Artist and Midas our Level Designer to talk about some of the development behind the scenes.
Please tune into the stage below our #1118247079647662212 channel and make sure to send questions over at our forms:https://forms.gle/5Zt3HZqYFfuZc1m58
See ya there!!
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello, My friends!
We just pushed a hotfix to take care of some of the known issues in Closed Beta 2. Among the fixes, we hope to have fewer instances of crashes, some UI fixes, and an end (we hope) to the sound coming from cloaked players.
You’ll also notice some balancing adjustments in Cashout gamemode and tweaks to damage radius and fuse delay for C4.
CB2 is all about learning – and we’re learning a lot from watching you play and hearing about your experiences. It’s nerve-wracking and exciting to put our game out there while it’s still in development.
Check out the full write-up in the #1072100020876226560 channel.
<@&1011235012827422791>
neon forge
Hey there yolks!
We're currently experiencing an outage across all three regions (NA, EU and ASIA)
Please hang tight as the team is doing their best to get everything fixed up as fast as possible.
As a reminder, please ensure to take time to hydrate, stretch and pet a Nama Tama
We appreciate all of you that have been here partaking on this CB2 with us and providing us with amazing feedback!
Stay tuned for more updates 
<@&1011235012827422791>
neon forge
Hey there yolks and Contestants alike!
Hopefully you're able to play and matchmake again!
We're still investigating some issues, especially for Asian servers. Hop back in and let us know how it's going.
Thank you for your patience and keep being the goodest of eggs
<@&1011235012827422791>
honest spire
The first Patch for Closed Beta 2 is live!
Restart your game and head over to #1072100020876226560 for a summary of the fixes and changes while you download the update.
With this, issues with Asian servers 
should be resolved. Hopefully you'll have a smooth experience now!
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
**Live Update! **
Hello, my friends!
We’ve done a quick update for you:
--Added 5 more season levels, which will allow players to earn more currency for the battlepass (completionists rejoice!)
--Decreased the wait time in the practice range to 10 seconds from 60 seconds.
Restart the game and have fun!
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hey friends!
We had a small update to fix a few issues.
Just update your game. I will soon announce the exact time CB2 will end and you will have the entire rest of today to play.
Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
molten belfry
BETA END-TIME ANNOUNCEMENT
Today is the last day of CB2!
We will shut the doors at: <t:1687420800:f>
The time shown is auto-converted to the timezone you are in.
It means the world to have so many of you play with us during this test and help us improve **THE FINALS! 
**
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
THE ARENA IS OFFLINE!
CB2 has now officially ended.
We’re honored that you spent the week with us and made time to play THE FINALS at this stage in development. Now that we have closed the test, it’s time to roll up our sleeves and dig into all the things we’ve learned over the past 6 days. With your help, we will continue to optimize, expand, and enhance the game!
We hope you stick around so you can see what happens next in THE FINALS and know that you’ve had hand in this process.
The journey continues. Until then, be good eggs!
Glad Midsommar, my friends!
From all of us at Embark, with love
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
THANK YOU AGAIN FOR PLAYING THE FINALS
As a token of our appreciation, please enjoy this very first episode of THE FINALS Highlights: Special CB2 edition.
We’ve selected a handful of amazing plays submitted by Discord members to showcase the dynamic, intuitive, captivating moments that make us remember why we created THE FINALS in the first place.
We asked for clips and you all really delivered! Stay tuned for more!
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hey Contestants!
While you wait for THE FINALS, we have episode 2 of our CB2 Highlights Reel ready to go!
As always, these reels transcend reality, much like our generous sponsor ISEUL-T.
We’ve got more awesome plays from you lined up!
Stay tuned, my friends!
hybrid goblet
WHAAAAT Another CB2 Highlights reel, already? Soon is an unpredictable metric, my friends!
We have a few repeat names in here—soaking up all the fame points!
You may miss THE FINALS, but don’t you dare miss this awesome collection of epic plays!
marsh wave
Hello lovely friends!
Can you guess what was the highest cashout during CB2? We've got the answer!
Check out some cool stats from our Closed Beta 2.
Find out how many people got coined, how much was vaulted, even how many Jump Pads were placed!
<@&1011235012827422791>
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The wait is over, THE FINALS Open Beta opens tomorrow!
Greetings yolks and a much blessed Wednesday upon you! 🙏
It is my utmost privilege to let you know that the next step for THE FINALS will begin tomorrow. Join us for our first ever Open Beta across PC, Xbox and PlayStation!
Before you do anything else, check out our brand new Open Beta Trailer to really get in the mood! 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_HX5JyT18o
If you’ve been part of our past Betas you don’t need to do anything to join, if you haven’t you’ll be able to sign-up through the THE FINALS Steam page or Xbox and PlayStation store equivalent. Learn more about the Open Beta and more in our all new #1166389193660969010
We’ll see you all in the arena, good luck and may you REACH THE FINALS!
<@&1011235012827422791>
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The doors to the arena are opening!
THE FINALS Open Beta is now live on Steam! 🙌
Sign up on the THE FINALS Steam Page:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2073850/THE_FINALS/
PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S will follow later today, we will notify this channel when each system goes live!
Those who played in previous beta tests will automatically have access now! If you are new, it may take a little while for Steam to send your invite.
Please take a moment to read through our #1166389193660969010 🙏
<@&1011235012827422791>
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PlayStation has entered the arena!
THE FINALS Open Beta is now LIVE on PlayStation 5! 👏
Download and join the Open Beta right now through the THE FINALS PlayStation Store page, browse to the store page, click the three dots next to the Wishlist button (please also do wishlist! ), click the Open Beta option and then press Download!
Xbox will be rolling out next and we will ping in this channel once it’s live! Stay tuned! 🎮
<@&1011235012827422791>
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All contestants have entered the arena!
Xbox Series X|S is now LIVE! 🔥
Grab your finest Xbox Controller and squad up together or against your fellow contestants on PC and PlayStation! 🎮
With that, Open Beta is officially OPEN on all platforms, please remember that this is a Beta, make sure to read the #1166389193660969010 and keep an eye on our #1166389308572311572 page for future updates as well as #1167076489947271229
NOTE: We know players on PC are still waiting. All buttons are pressed on our end and access is being rolled out from Steam but since the backlog is large this will take time. We are investigating if we can speed up the process but please do practice patience in the meantime, everyone WILL get in and we’re doing our best
Good luck as you REACH THE FINALS!
<@&1011235012827422791>
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We've rebooted the Twitch Drops campaign!
There were some initial troubles with players claiming their Twitch Drops rewards however this should now be fully fixed and the items should be claimable once you've completed their progress!
Due to this however progress has been restored on all Twitch drops so we urge you to dive in to your favorite creators right now to witness as they REACH THE FINALS!
hybrid goblet
Hello, my friends!
It’s been a wild first few hours of Open Beta!
Happy to report that **our devs have found a fix for the issues on console **that have been keeping so many of you from playing due to constant crashes. We’ll be pushing the fix out the moment it is ready. The goal is to finish preparations in the next few hours and then send it over to the console vendors for review and implementation.
We are so grateful that you have joined us here, that you are helping us test the game so that we can get these types of issues solved before hitting the next stage: LAUNCH!
So, thank you for being here. In the next few hours we hope all of you will get to experience THE FINALS as we intended.
If you are waiting in line for a Steam invite, know this: Millions of people have requested access and the system is rolling slowly but by this time tomorrow, every single one of you will see that PLAY button.
Stay with us. We love you.
See you in the arena soon, my friends!
<@&1011235012827422791>
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PSA
We've temporarily restricted access to the Beta download on Xbox until we've rolled out the crash-fix.
We have a fix in the works that will start rolling out soon and we will restore access to the Beta download as soon as the fix has been confirmed
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Thank you for your patience! 🙏🏼
Xbox and PlayStation startup crashes should now be resolved ✅
We’ve finally been able to pinpoint the issue causing the startup crashes for users on Xbox and PlayStation.
Due to the nature of the fix there is a known issue with Friend Invitations to games on first launch, this should however resolve if both parties reboot their clients (that’s the game! 👩🏫 )!
We hope through this that everyone can enjoy the Beta and continue their pursuit to REACH THE FINALS!
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello, my friends!
If you run into this message (matchmaking failed), please just try again in a few minutes. We have a huge influx of players right now and the servers are working on keeping up with you all!
hybrid goblet
Hello friends!
It’s almost been 24 hours since the start of Open Beta and so many of you are joining in to help us test!
So many people are playing that we’ve hit the ceiling of our current capacity. The team is currently working on a solution, and in the meantime, we have put a cap on the number of players. As soon as we have it fixed, we’ll open it back up again.
**This means: **
It might take a while to get a match and you might get an error message when attempting to join the game.
The devs are on the case and we’ll let you know when we’re back up in full swing.
//Dusty
hybrid goblet
We're currently tracking a new issue with Steam authentication that is knocking many of you out of the game and prompting an error 500 message. Devs are on it, and we hope to be back up and running again soon.
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello, my friends!
As we firefight to accommodate the massive number of people playing THE FINALS right now….we’re well aware that many of you are suffering from matchmaking suspensions due to unintentional triggering of the leaver penalty.
We know this is really frustrating for you, and we have a temporary solution in the mix to alleviate some of this pain:
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**We have reset all matchmaking suspensions **(some may still exist if they happened after a certain point)
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We will make it so the max suspension time is 30 minutes, with initial suspensions lasting just 10 minutes.
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We will open up Quick Cash and Bank It so that you can still play the game while suspended (Tournaments will remain blocked for those with an active suspension.)
The Devs who fixed this for us send their love and respect to all of you – this is a beta, and the point is to fix stuff like this. At the same time, we know you’re taking time out of your days to help us get this game in shape for release. You Beta players are our heroes — we could not do this without you.
For now, we’re continuing to battle server issues and matchmaking times will continue to be longer than they should be. Rest assured, we will continue to work on this into the weekend.
Thank you for all your support.
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Happy to report that we think the issue causing tournaments to freeze in between matches has been resolved. Hop into the arena and let us know if your experience has improved 🙏
Also, we’ve managed to increase server capacity – boosting all three regions. This change is rolling out now and will continue over the next few hours.
As always, thank you for being here and helping us beta test the game
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello my many many new friends!
Thank you all around the world for being here, battling alongside us, and filling up our servers in this wild Open Beta! 
Here in Stockholm, we are all hands on deck trying to keep up with and fix the issues that make it difficult for some people to play the game. We’re in awe, we’re humbled, and we’re working nonstop to make sure that we can support all of you.
Never in our wildest dreams did we think that we’d get to test at this magnitude. Thank you for making it possible, for helping us understand (and push) our own capabilities, and for filling the arenas with your beautiful chaos!
For as long as you keep fighting, we will too!
From Dusty and the entire Embark team...with love
grave dew
Hi everyone!
We are aware of the recent increase in cheating instances. We’re actively working on improving the situation – as you may know, anti-cheat is a never-ending battle.
Accounts that are cheating are not going undetected despite cheat vendors’ assurances. We have the necessary information, and we’re taking action on it.
If you’re experiencing “Error 403,” you have been blocked from launching the game or suspended due to unauthorized activities, such as bypassing our anti-cheat solutions (e.g. setting environmental variables related to EAC), running unauthorized third-party software, scripts, vulnerable drivers, or badware that alter the gameplay experience or the game files in any way. If you have this issue and you believe you have received it in error, please contact player support: https://www.reachthefinals.com/support
Players can help us by continuing to report instances of cheating behavior. There are several ways to report:
– In-game, you can press ESC and report the person you believe is cheating if you have their Display name
– You can record the suspected cheating behavior, or take a screenshot, and send it to our support team
Please note, the more information you can provide, the better!
Please rest assured that providing a fair experience for everyone is a top priority for us. Thank you for your support and cooperation!
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
**Open Beta is about to get spooky! **
Welcome to the Halloween event 👻 You might find that Monaco feels a bit different in certain weather conditions…
To help you get in the mood, some creepy new bundles have arrived in the store. Get your costume on and enter the arena.
PS. We know there’s some scary cheaters, crashes, and bugs in the Open Beta too. We keep working to improve the experience and have a few fixes coming your way in a patch too, stay tuned.
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hybrid goblet
**Get ready for a download! **
Here comes the first major patch of Open Beta! We’re so inspired and humbled by this experience. Thank you so much for playing with us!
This patch focuses on alleviating many of the pain points the community has helped us discover and understand. It also provides a major improvement in security, safety, and fair play.
We’re a little more than halfway through this Open Beta.
Thank you for helping us reach new heights and for providing critical insight into the many ways we can improve and polish THE FINALS, my friends!
You’ll can read all about the updates in #1166389308572311572
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hybrid goblet
We have some issues with the patch above! Thanks for being so responsive so we can quickly pinpoint the problems some of you experienced/are experiencing. 
The Dev team is working on it and doing their best to get to the bottom of whatever is making matchmaking difficult for some.
As soon as we know more, we will give you an update.
//Dusty
hybrid goblet
Update!
Our Devs are very sweaty and super happy to inform you that things have stabilized
Please hop back in--maybe do a hard reset first--and see if things are looking up.
Love you for being here, friends
//Dusty
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hybrid goblet
Quick update rolling your way, yolks!
Steam players have a download to accept. Console can carry on as usual.
Minor bug fixes and stabilizations.
//Dusty
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hybrid goblet
We're seeing strange behavior in the servers right now, you might run into server down messages, failed matchmaking, and login issues.
We're working on getting things back online. I will post an update as soon as we have it back on track
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hybrid goblet
Things should be running smoothly now. The issue has been resolved.
Dive back in, my friends, and please let us know if you still have problems getting into games
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hybrid goblet
Hey folks!
We need help from our OCE and South American friends!
Firstly: We have seen your requests for server coverage since the moment Open Beta was announced. We honestly didn’t plan to have these server locations this time, but since so many of you are here and helping us test THE FINALS, we would like to take this opportunity to see what happens when we open OCE and SA servers.
Fair warning: this might be rough! There could be issues and long matchmaking times. But if you give us a bit of time for this test, we'll be grateful!
HERE IS THE PLAN:
At 10:00 PM CET Saturday / Sunday 8:00 AM GMT+11 (Melbourne time), we will turn on the OCE servers! Our OCE Contestants can please help us test by entering the arena on these servers.
If this test goes well we will live the SA servers and ask our South American Contestants to give them a spin.
We’ll give more instructions at the time–including what to do if the test is less than successful. We’ll learn so much about this for launch…because of course, we’ll have global coverage at launch, my friends
We will post more info when the servers go live. Stay tuned!
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hybrid goblet
SAD NEWS OCE!!!!! 
Our server test has ** not** gone as expected! We ran into major problems in the initial trial and have made the call to put the experiment on hold until we can ensure that we can do this without causing a major error.
We are so sorry to disappoint you! We hope we can still get the servers up in the morning here in Stockholm – but at the moment, things are not looking so hot. Despite the disappointment, we have learned from this. It is a lesson that will help us be better prepared for the next time we are live – on a global scale.
Here is hoping that tomorrow brings better news – for both OCE and SA server tests.
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hybrid goblet
**WHEN WILL BETA END? **
To avoid getting this question so many times:
We plan to take the Open Beta servers offline on Monday morning in Stockholm. We don’t have a set time, but it will be after 9:00 AM.
This should give almost everyone an entire day to play on Sunday.
This Open Beta has been thrilling and humbling for us – but we have no intention of extending the beta beyond Nov 5th, as planned.
Thank you so much for being here, you absolutely wonderful and good eggs
//Dusty
hybrid goblet
Hey all–
Today we roll out the shutdown of Open Beta -- starting now.
Consoles have already come offline, but PC players might have a bit more time to play.
We’ll post a message here when THE FINALS Open Beta is fully offline on all platforms.
Thank you so much for being here with us, testing with us, and blowing our minds with your enthusiasm
//Dusty
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hybrid goblet
OB has officially ended!
We opened the doors to the arena and over 7.5 MILLION of you rushed inside!
It’s been a thrilling week for the entire team, one that we’ll never forget. We’re utterly dazzled by your kindness, openness, and excitement throughout the entire Open Beta period. Everyone at Embark is full of gratitude, and it will fuel us as we continue to develop THE FINALS.
Now — it’s time for us to hunker down and get to work on all the fixes and improvements you have helped us identify over the past two weeks.
Stick around folks. We’ll be back.
Thank you and GG, my friends.
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hybrid goblet
We asked for Epic plays, and you all delivered!
Here is the first highlight reel of Open Beta, featuring your captures and sponsored by !
Thanks for playing, yolks!
hybrid goblet
Hello kind yolks!
We’ve got more Highlights from Open Beta coming your way!
Check out these crazy plays brought to you by OSPUZE, generous sponsor of THE FINALS.
hybrid goblet
THE ARENA IS OPEN!!!!!
Welcome to Season 1 of THE FINALS, my friends!
We're rolling out on all platforms, and this will take a bit of time.
So you are aware, we’ve capped the number of players and will increase that cap hour by hour, ensuring the best experience.
Don’t worry, we won’t stop until everyone can enter the arena.
Thanks for being here with us. It means the world!
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hybrid goblet
**OCE and SA servers: **
We have OCE and SA servers but the UI is missing for them, so it will look like you are connecting in Europe. But rest assured, you are connecting locally as long as you keep the auto/default on in your settings. We'll get those missing text strings fixed in a patch very soon.
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frank thistle
Hey Hey!
We just deployed a patch to the server which fixed a bug which allowed players to repeatedly join-and-leave quick cash games in order to unlock Ranked Tournament faster.
As a result of fixing this bug all games which were left while in progress no longer count towards the 60 games, and accounts which took advantage of this bug (knowingly or unknowingly) have had their game-count adjusted to reflect actual games completed!
Thank you for being so patient with us while we work through these initial kinks and issues - we are so happy that you're all here! ❤️
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hybrid goblet
Hello hello!
We have indeed identified a bug with our OCE and SA servers. We are already close to a fix and hope to be able to live it soon. Sorry for the confusion, it was working beautifully just yesterday so we are confident that we will be able to get it fixed really soon.
We apologize for earlier messaging suggesting it was working. At the time, we were confident that the only issue was UI related.
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hybrid goblet
Hello OCE and SA friends!
Your servers are up! You still can't select them in the menu for now, but you ought to start matchmaking in the right place if you're on default settings for region.
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hybrid goblet
**To everyone concerned about movement: **
We have been investigating your feedback on the feel of the movement from Open Beta to now. It’s been hard to pinpoint because there was no change in the movement system or the movement speed between the two tests. But in our research, we believe we may have found the problem.
We have identified a few things that might be causing everyone to experience the gameplay differently. In the past month, we have made small adjustments to animations, sounds, and settings that, in combination, may be giving the feeling of slower movement — especially in light and medium archetypes. Settings were reset as well, so FOV is defaulted to 71, which can have a huge impact on how the game feels.
We’re working on rebalancing some of the changes. For your part, changing your FOV can be really helpful, and of course – waiting for the next patch so that we can see if things are better or if there is more work to be done.
As we have always said, live games take constant iteration. Your feedback is so valuable to us. We want to thank all the kind people here who took the time to explain what they were experiencing nicely, in detail so we could learn more.
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frank thistle
Current server issues
Hey everyone!
Just wanted to let you all know that we are aware and are actively investigating the current server issues which is resulting in failed matchmaking, disconnects etc.
I'll post again once I have an update!
Thank you for your patience while we work on this, and thank you all so, so much for playing THE FINALS!
frank thistle
Update on the server issues
Hey again!
From what we can see the previous server issues have been resolved, and the game is back to normal!
Thanks for staying with us during the issues, we'll see you in THE ARENA!
hybrid goblet
Hey all, a little update for you on day two:
**Good to know: **
–You can now see OCE and SA (temporarily called Brazil) servers in the settings menu!
–Console players have cross-play set to off, so enable it to get faster matches!
–We made changes to movement animations, see if it helps!
–Still missing the Closed Beta movement feel: **Go to Video Settings and set Field-of-View (FOV) to 90 or higher! **
Error codes:
We’re still investigating why some of you are experiencing error codes and bans. We’re in full swing and we hope to alleviate this soon. For now, if you run into an issue, please contact Player Support at reachthefinals.com/support
**PSA: **
This is only the second day of being live and we are still over the moon with excitement! Thank you all for being here with us, for playing THE FINALS, and for sharing the positive and the negative (so we can get to work)
We’re trying to be as responsive as possible while also working in an agile way in our control room. When you write your issues to player support, it is easier for us to track the problems and triage the most painful ones.
Our first, only, and main goal is to get your in-game experience to feel great! Then we can work on more fun stuff
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hybrid goblet
Hey folks!
We see a lot of you are running into TFLA0004 and other similar codes that leave you locked out of gameplay. We are currently (feverishly) investigating the cause of this!
If this issue is affecting you, please write to player support at reachthefinals.com/support.
Right now, we're unsure what is making this happen--which is really frustrating. For that reason, getting a response from support will be slow and offer no resolution YET. But it will help us understand how many of you are running into it.
If it has happened, please know we are working hard on a resolution and as soon as we have one, we will get you sorted. Until then, we ask for your patience while we get to the bottom of it.
hybrid goblet
A few quick updates while we continue to work!
For OCE and SA Console players–
You are right! You cannot select OCE and SA servers, but you CAN play in them. Here is what is happening:
1.Why can’t I select OCE/SA regions?
The UI does not currently allow you to select OCE/SA as your region….YET. We have a fix, we are waiting for approval so we can send it through. You’ll see patch notes when that happens.
2*. Why do I keep playing in other regions?*
If you are not playing during peak hours, and you have auto-region selected, you will end up in a different region to aid in faster matchmaking. This is a feature, not a bug. Even when we fix the UI, we’ll still recommend you play on auto-region for faster matchmaking experiences.
**To ALL Console Players: **
Why is it difficult to find a ranked tournament?
Too few console players have unlocked Ranked Tournament mode, so you might have a hard time finding games. For a better chance, make sure cross-play is turned on!
**To anyone with an account ban: **
We are chasing the false bans. We have fixed some of the issues – please give it a try and restart your client. After that, if you are still banned now and you know that you should not be, write into player support so we can handle your case. Make sure to provide your Embark ID – it’s much faster for us that way. reachthefinals.com/support
If you already wrote to player support, sit tight, we are working through the list!
The team is busy and we’re really happy that you are here with us, playing with us, and being patient and kind to each other. We’re aware of the other issues you are facing as well, but this message is already so long that most people won’t get to this part. 😅
Hang in there with us, we have fun things planned. We just need to get over these growing pains.
//Dusty
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hybrid goblet
Steam weekly server maintenance. This too shall pass, yolks.
frank thistle
ATTENTION CONTESTANTS
Welcome to the Season 1 Battle Pass!
12 pages filled to the brim with 96 unique rewards all themed around our season one map: Las Vegas!
Thank you all so much for playing, we are honoured to play by your side in the Arena
(also check #patch-notes for info about todays update if you haven't!)
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frank thistle
Finalists!
The first major patch of season 1 has just been released across all platforms!
The full change log was massive, and we've summarized the one's we think you care about in our patch notes
Amongst them we for example fixed doors on Las Vegas opening backwards, but more importantly, all our friends from SA and OCE can now select their regions in the settings on console!
Thank you all for being here with us, we love playing alongside all of you in The Arena!
Full patch notes in #patch-notes
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hybrid goblet
Hey all--
We're aware of issues in parties, matchmaking, and penalties that are affecting some of you. We're doing our best to get it fixed.
It'll take some time but the team is tackling it right now.
Sorry for the trouble to those of you who are experiencing the problem. We've taken some measures to ensure that you can still play quick rounds. Bear with us as work on a full solution.
hybrid goblet
Okay folks,
We have deployed a fix to disable a few faulty matchmaking servers that have been causing havoc since the patch. Hopefully this helps alleviate some of the issues you’ve been encountering.
The work continues, we’ll keep you posted if we see any changes.
hybrid goblet
Hey folks!
Over the past few days, we've had a technical issue that prevented us from banning cheaters efficiently. We're now nearing a solution to this bug, and we're already begun re-upping our anti-cheat measures again.
Thanks for your patience as we continue to sort through issues. Keeping the game a smooth, safe, and fair space for players is our biggest priority.
We're in this for the long haul.
hybrid goblet
Happy Holidays, Yolks!
Next time you launch the game, you’ll have some gifts to unwrap! Get in there and play Monaco, which has been decked out for the holiday season and it’s going to be a chilly one, so bundle up!
Along with the event we have a new patch, so check out the notes to see the changes.
May your holidays be bright and merry.
Thank you for being here with us and helping us celebrate THE FINALS!
From Embark with love.!
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hybrid goblet
Hello kind yolks,
We had some maintenance today with the backend that has caused some issues and needed to be rolled back. Some of you may have experienced some server crashing due to this change. A strike team is currently working on stabilizing
hybrid goblet
It’s time for a new round of Twitch drops — some of these look good enough to eat!
Head over to Twitch to get them now. Drops can be enabled for any and all streamers!
Happy holidays, yolks!
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hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks--
A whopping 10 Million have played since the launch! We want to extend a HUGE thank you to all of you who have joined, played, and stayed here with us.
In this Discord, you share your experiences with us and you help us grow, learn, and support you in better ways. It means the world to have so many voices here --- so many friends!
Thank you, contestants!
frank thistle
Evening Contestants!
We are aware that the game is currently having issues and that the servers are struggling.
Team is investigating actively as we speak, as soon as I have any information to share I will update you all here
hybrid goblet
Looks like things are on the mend on the server side! You should be able to restart your game and play again.
This server had some unwanted visitors. We're getting it cleaned up now and will turn things back to normal when it's safe.
With all the fast paced chaos they caused, I suppose our server raiders might actually enjoy playing THE FINALS...
Spoke too soon. Steam is struggling again. We'll message when it's more stable.
hybrid goblet
Not a very thrilling update but...
We're still chipping away and working on the authentication errors we are experiencing with Steam. Still getting to the root of the problem, but the on call team is hard at work.
We will let you know when the work is done. 
As for Discord: We have closed some channels and put others in slow mode still while we try to clean up all the spam messages sent our way. 
Hopefully soon we'll be back in business.
hybrid goblet
Okay Yolks– it looks like we’re back in business!
Go ahead and fire up the arena. You can play again.
If you feel things aren’t working right, then do a client restart. Otherwise, you should be good to go! 🤞
We’ll also bring down the slow mode now and see if things will be okay. Thanks for hanging in there, this was a long night for us.
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hybrid goblet
Hello yolks!
Whoops! We made an error with the pricing on the Holtow Fine Print weapon skin! It should have been 850 Multibucks from the very beginning. Within the next 48 hours, we will return 250 Multibucks to anyone who purchased the skin for 1100 Multibucks. You don’t have to do anything but wait patiently for the cash to enter your account.
Thanks for letting us know and for keeping your receipts!
UPDATE: All players who purchased the skin at the expensive price have now been refunded 250 Multibucks. Thanks for your patience and grace, yolks
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hybrid goblet
Welcome to the cloud!
We’re happy to announce that starting today, you can load into the Arena on Nvidia GeForceNow to enjoy all the thrills of being a contestant without worrying about storage space, system requirements, or download times.
Hop in and enjoy, yolks!
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hybrid goblet
Hey Yolks,
We’re aware that the Daily Contracts are missing a contract today
Just wanted to express our apologies that this happened. Tomorrow we’ll be back on track and doing our best to make sure this doesn’t happen again.
Also good to note that we’ve been keeping track of the current conversation around all of the pain points, and the gears are in motion for the coming weeks – expect some updates. Thanks for being here with us on this path!
hybrid goblet
Hey yolks,
We’re back in full swing here at Embark HQ! We’re coming in hot from the holidays with a new patch addressing aim assist and a few other things, along with updates in-game safety and a bug fix. It’s a small but mighty patch and you can expect an even bigger one next week, so stay tuned!
Read all about it here: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patch-notes-6
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks —
Update 1.5.0 will be a doozy!
We’ve got a sneak peek to share so you can get ready for tomorrow. You can expect balance changes, bug fixes, a bigger store, better security, and a limited-time game mode for all the solo queuers!
Look for the full Update and patch tomorrow!
It’s so exciting to test new, experimental content and share in your experiences here in the community. We’ll make a whole new channel for feedback once Solo Bank It goes live!
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hybrid goblet
**Update 1.5.0 is live! **
Read the update on #patch-notes or get the full list of changes on https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes
We’re opening a feedback channel ( #💰┇steal-the-spotlight) to collect your impressions and experience in the new, experimental, limited-time mode: **Solo Bank It! **
Please give it a try and tell us what you think.
We’ve also made changes to our Fair Play Guidelines, which you can read on #🥊┇fair-play now. In addition, a massive overhaul of our Anti-cheat methods has taken place and we will be banning with more confidence from here on out.
Pour over the changes, yolks. The rollout will be very fast on Steam / GeForce NOW and console should be complete within the hour.
Thanks for your patience and for testing this experimental mode with us, good eggs!
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hybrid goblet
Hello hello–
We're aware of a bug in Update 1.5.0 that is causing some weapons to apply bullet dispersion/spread/bloom when fired while aiming down sights. This is not an intentional balance change and we'll be looking to fix this ASAP.
We also discovered a bug where the Zoom Sensitivity Multiplier for Controller has been doubled. The original value of 60% may now be 120%. This can be adjusted in the Settings menu by resetting the Zoom Sensitivity Multiplier back to 60%.
We’re already working on these fixes, so stay tuned!
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hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks,
We pushed** Hotfix 1.5.1 **through just now which will address a number of the issues introduced by Update 1.5.0. Thank you to our community of players for helping us to identify these issues swiftly so we could get them patched up!
We fixed the bloom issue when aiming down sights, some Steam-specific issues causing the game to crash (and show you TFLA0002), and restored the default settings for Controller Zoom Sensitivity, among other things.
We’re close to a fix on the issue that has unintentionally caused some console players to be unable to disable crossplay but it did not make it into this update. So stay tuned for the next one.
Check out the list over in #patch-notes
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hybrid goblet
Update 1.5.5. Is live!
This week, we have a number of balance changes, crash fixes, matchmaking adjustments, and more.
We have also fixed the crossplay bug
Check the video showcasing the new content.
*A note about the future: based on your feedback and our own telemetry evaluation, we recognize that the Recon Senses ability for the Medium build needs an overhaul and we’re working on that right now. You can look forward to that change and more in next week’s update! *
FINALLY, We have a survey in Embark ID that focuses on** Solo Bank It** and we’d be grateful if you have the time to give us some 1:1 feedback on this experimental mode. It should only take 4-5 minutes
https://id.embark.games/id/feedback-survey
Head over to #patch-notes for more.
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
We've seen the reports about some ranked tournaments having more than the usual 12 players per round, leading to strange games with broken UI and an overall disrupted experience.
We are investigating what's happened, and will update all of you as soon as we can! ❤️
UPDATE:
It's nearing midnight here in Sweden and we have not found the cause just yet. Investigation will continue tomorrow, thank you all for being patient with us as we continue investigating!
frank thistle
Hey again Contestants!
Update on the issue above: We've pushed a fix which we believe will resolve the situation and we are now monitoring the outcome to ensure that it worked!
Thank you all for sticking with us and being patient while we looked into these strange ranked games! 🙏
hybrid goblet
Hey Yolks!
It’s time for the Mid-Season Update 1.6.0!
( for real this time )
We’ve got a new event: STEAL THE SPOTLIGHT, where you battle it out with a fixed loadout and earn rewards as you go!
We also have some pretty meaty updates that include controller support, Recon Senses, and more. There are ten new career levels with rewards, as well as an update to the store with a bundle, which a handful of you may remember first debuted way back during the Alpha Test of the game!
Solo Bank It is on the way out. Thank you so much for testing it and providing your feedback! We hope to bring more experimental modes in the future!
As per usual, head on over to #patch-notes for more info and a link to the full notes.
Steam should update quickly, and consoles should be ready in the next hour.
Thank you to this community for being amazing, as per usual
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZqZED6eSVEk
//Dusty
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
Want to Steal the Spotlight in style? 👀
We've got three brand new Twitch Drops live right now! To earn them, watch any streamer currently live on Twitch.tv that's playing THE FINALS 
🔸 Watch for 1 hour to claim the Masterplan Markup Spray!
🔸 Watch for 2 hours to claim the Lockbox Locket Gun-Charm!
🔸 Watch for 4 hours to claim the Tungsten Disguise Helmet!
I'll see you in the Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
With update 1.6 yesterday we unfortunately undid some of the balance changes and fixes which were part of hotfix 1.5.5 last week.
Our leaderboard also broke, and has been displaying some crazy numbers for the past day.
We are currently working on reintroducing the balance changes and fixes from 1.5.5, and hope to have an update out tomorrow to fix these problems!
Additionally, we’ve also taken down our leaderboard now as we give it some well needed maintenance and sort out the weird numbers - don’t worry - this will not affect your actual position on the leaderboard! ❤️
Issues and hotfixes are spicy, and what’s life without some spice?
We’ll see you in the Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
Hotfix 1.6.1 has just been pushed live, reintroducing the bug-fixes and balance changes from update 1.5.5 last week! Additionally, we’ve also resolved the issue with the broken leaderboards - they might need some minutes to properly wake up but you should see them back in business soon!
There’s also something a bit.. strange.. going on w̸̝͗h̴͉́ë̵́̓n̴̲̈́ ̸͎̈l̶͍͗a̴̟͊u̵͝nching the game, keep your eyes open!
See you in the Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
We are aware of the current issues with the servers, things like infinite loading screens etc. and are we are investigating! 💪
I'll keep you all updated here as we work on resolving the issue
~Oscar
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
~~I spoke too soon! We're seeing an increase in issues again - the team is back at it again 🙏 ~~
~~We've resolved the previous issue which was causing games to load infinitely and games to crash - The Arena is open once again! 🤝
Our leaderboard broke slightly during all of this, and is currently showing some strange numbers. We expect this to be fixed today as well, and all ranks will be what they should 🙏 ~~
See you in the Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
frank thistle
Hey (again) Contestants!
We have once more solved the issues and all game modes should now be functional again, and the virtual doors to the Arena are open once more! 🤝
Thank you all for being patient with us while we worked through this.
See you in the Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
I hope you're all not tired of my messages by now 😅
We're aware of an issue with launching the game right now which reads: "Fatal Error - Build request failed."
The team is on it, investigating and working hard to solve it ASAP.
As usual, I will keep all of you in the loop here ❤️
~Oscar
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
We're back in action, the Build Request Failed error has been resolved! 💪
Thank you all so much for bringing this to our attention so quickly - you're all amazing!
Also shoutout to the #1201841543926005810 forum ❤️
See you in the Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
frank thistle
**Update 1.7.0 is live! **
Huddle up, Contestants!
Get ready to receive a brand new update bringing you changes to how XP is earned in THE FINALS (spoiler: you get more now!), as well as changes to how in-game voice works and a new “Play Again”-button!
We’ve also got brand new items in the shop that will help you kick off your next game in style!
We’re also aware of the feedback about “nukes” using Red Canisters, and have a note on that as well inside the Patch Notes.
Now, let’s run past the goal line and over to the end zone #patch-notes to check them out in full!
See you on the field in the Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Ready! Set! Hut!
Just in case anyone's missed it, we've got a stacked brand new line-up in the shop right now! From Quarterbacks, to retro weapons, to nama..tamas?
The Squire's Legacy Hammer is not yet in the store, but it will arrive tomorrow! 
And in case you haven't had the chance the check the items out in-game just yet, here they are in all their glory: https://youtu.be/9U0GtPUIZEg
See you in the Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Update 1.8.0 is live!
Gather ‘round, Contestants!
Love is in the air in the Arena today as we bring you our Valentine’s Day update, complete with a themed event and six unique rewards to unlock! We’re also making changes to red canisters (sorry, nukes!), reduced input latency on xbox and some new social notifications.
Head over to #patch-notes for the full details!
Will You be our Valentine, Contestants?
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
~~We've seen the reports about the game having a hard time to launch, as well as throwing quite a few log-in related errors.
This seems to be an issue entirely on Steam's side, and restarting steam multiple times seems to eventually allow you to log in! 🙏
I'll update all of you here as I learn more!~~
UPDATE:
All the Steam related errors seem to have stopped now and the game should be back to normal 🙏
Please restart your steam clients and try launching the game again
~Oscar
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Update 1.9.0 is live!
Smaller update today focused around bug and crash fixes and improvements to our security, and a fully packed neon-lit shop that just might brighten your day! 
Check out the Nightslinger Kit below!
Head over to #patch-notes for the full (still short) details!
~Oscar
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Hello my friends--
At last, the soundtrack of THE FINALS is available! The Season 1 soundtrack offers equal parts futuristic and nostalgic and is performed by a 19-person string orchestra and a 5-person French horn section.
It was composed by Swedish composer Sailor & I, alongside Embark's audio-team, to evoke the big, inviting feeling of classic television game shows.
Check it out now!
https://lnk.to/TheFinalsSoundtrack
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Hello friends!
We just released the second episode of MAKING THE FINALS! In this episode, Audio Director Carl Strandberg takes us behind the scenes of the Theme Song for THE FINALS: “The World’s Greatest Gameshow.”
And Check out the video on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfQ0SLHegGw
It’s such an honor to work with Carl and everyone on the team!
//Dusty
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Update 1.10.0 is live!
Welcome to the Smoking Guns event!
Mosey into Old West Monaco with a limited loadout and duke it out like the gunslingers and outlaws of the old silver screen! Is Monaco an Arena large enough for all of you? Only one way to find out. We’re also bringing back a gamemode from early beta: Single Round Tournament! In this game mode four teams enter the Arena at once and compete against each other in a single round. Add to this the brand new look of Monaco and the limited loadouts and it’s sure to be a show for the sponsors!
There's also a full set of rewarded contracts for you to complete!
Alongside update 1.10 we’re running our first Collaborative Community Event! We’re challenging all of you to collectively cashout $250.000.000.000 in one week, and if you do it - you’re all getting a reward! There might be a few lucky ones among you who’ll bring home a t-shirt as well 👀
Check out #server-announcements in a bit for the full details!
We can't wait to meet you on the streets of Monaco, Contestants! 🤠
~Oscar
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Update 1.11.0 is live!
Hey Contestants, Welcome to the last update of Season 1 - what a ride it’s been!
Last week we had so much fun playing Smoking Guns with all of you, that we don’t want it to end.. So we’ve decided to extend Smoking Guns one more week AND add the Pearlstrike Revolver skin to the store for free! Go grab it! 
This update also brings some bug fixes and an update to our player support system.
Check out #patch-notes for more details. 👀
You’ve also absolutely crushed the Community Event - more info and announcement to follow in #server-announcements later today
Thank you all so much for being with us for all of Season 1, and I look forward to seeing you soon in the Arena!
~Oscar
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Hello!
Our friends over at Allied PC have created this absolute masterpiece of a machine in honor of THE FINALS that you can enter to win!
**Enter here: **
https://www.alliedgamingpc.com.au/The-Finals-PC-Giveaway/
**CHECK THESE SPECS ** 👀
-Allied Custom Gaming PC
-Intel i7 14700KF
-PNY RTX 4070 Ti SUPER 16GB Verto
-MSI TOMAHAWK Z790 Motherboard
-32GB DDR5 RAM
-1TB Gen 4 NVME SSD
-Allied Ice Cube 360mm Liquid CPU Cooler
-850W GOLD PSU
-Windows 11 Home
-Premium sleeved cables
-1/1 World Exclusive The Finals theming
**GOOD LUCK, CONTESTANTS! **
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Hey Contestants!
As many of you noticed there were no new weekly contracts this morning - this has now been fixed!
8 Weekly Contracts worth an incredible total of 63.000XP is up for grabs!
Have a fantastic ending to season 1 my friends, and I'll see you in the Arena!
~Oscar
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Hey Contestants!
Something cool is coming, and it's coming in 20 minutes:
https://youtu.be/hVdKBnmvOLE
I'll see you there!
~Oscar
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Season 2 of THE FINALS - March 14th.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hVdKBnmvOLE
See you in the Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
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SEASON 2 STARTS NOW!
CNS has hacked the game show.
The arena is glitching.
Will you join the hacker playstyle?
Get ready for:
🔸 Power Shift: 5v5 casual mode
🔸All new Battle Pass (Don’t forget to buy the S2 bundle first!)
🔸Career Circuit: Fill in contracts and earn prizes!
🔸A New League Rank System: the first 8 ranked rounds determine your starting rank
🔸The New SYS$HORIZON map: get your eyes ready!
🔸New weapons, new Gadgets, AND MORE!
Read the Full Patch Notes here: #patch-notes
We can’t wait to see you in The Arena, right now, in Season 2 of THE FINALS!
~Oscar
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Now this, is a certified BANGER!
The season 2 soundtrack is now available for streaming on like every major streaming platform!
This incredible soundtrack is a love-letter to the early days of gaming, capturing the essence of the fun of games and jam-packed with nostalgia from a time when everything seemed to be in lower resolution. It's composed by our very own Carl Strandberg and the rest of our amazing Audio team - we hope you'll enjoy it!
~Oscar
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Update 2.1.0 is live!
Hey Contestants, welcome to the first update of Season 2!
This time we’re bringing you the first improvement to our Private Matches - Map selection!
We’re also making some tweaks to the maps in Power Shift, polish to SYS$HORIZON, balance changes to the glitch gadgets and a nerf to the SA1216 shotgun - and much more!
Head over to #patch-notes for more details.
It’s been incredible seeing all of you tackle Season 2 over the past week, and we’re so happy and humbled with all the feedback so far. Thank you all for playing THE FINALS
I’ll see you in The Arena!
~Oscar
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Hey Friends!
We've seen two issues appear with 2.1 and they're both related to Nexon NGS which we added this update. The issues are:
🔸 Game can't Launch
🔸 Game crashes more
If you're experiencing these two issues please launch Steam as an admin (right click on Steam, select launch as administrator) and that should solve it for now! 🙏
We are investigating and aiming to resolve this tomorrow, until then we can only ask for your patience
I'll keep you posted.
~Oscar
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Hotfix 2.1.1 is live!
Hey Contestants!
Today's update resolves the issue that prevented players from launching the game yesterday!
Thank you all for being patient with us as we worked to get this hotfix out.
Thank you all for playing, and I'll see you in The Arena!
~Oscar
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**Heads up, yolks! **
It’s high time for a mode shuffle, and we wanted to let you know in advance of this week’s update that some changes are coming!
**First up: Cashout is back! **
The casual 3v3v3v3 mode will return to the Arena! It’s a great way to warm up for a ranked tournament or to fit a quick round in at lunch!
**Leaving the stage: Bank It and Unranked Tournament **
We see the fewest people in these two modes, so we’ve decided to put them in the vault for now to make room! If you and your group of friends are passionate about Bank It, do not fret, you can still play in Private Matches!
We don’t normally announce things in advance, but we wanted to give you some time to play the outgoing modes. And don’t worry, they aren’t gone forever!
There’s more to look forward to in this week’s update, including a pretty egg-cellent holiday event, so stick around for more information on that later this week!
//Dusty
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Hey Contestants!
We're aware of the ongoing server issues and are investigating! 🙏
I'll keep you in the loop
~Oscar
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Hey again Contestants!
It seems like the servers are now back in action and the game has stabilized 🙏
Thank you all for being patient with us while we worked through this, it's now midnight and the team is off to bed! 😴
Good Night
~Oscar
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Update 2.2.0 is live!
Hey Contestants - Let’s Bunny Bash!
During this event the Easter Bunny has influenced SYS$HORIZON and Power Shift, leaving behind plenty of decorations and a limited selection of loadouts for you to play with as you complete contracts for unique rewards!
With an announcement earlier this week we announced that we were looking to remove a couple game-modes to make room for both Bunny Bash and Cashout. However, after all the feedback we received, and the love shown for Bank-It, we’ve changed our plans!** Bank It stays and will still be available from Quickplay.**
Unranked Tournament, however, will be removed, for now, to make room for Cashout. Thank you all so much for sharing your feedback with us so we can make better informed decisions and keep improving THE FINALS!
We’re also bringing Weapon re-balancing, bug fixes and more!
Head over to #patch-notes for more details!
Now, let’s hop into the Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
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Hey Contestants!
We're aware and seeing the various issues right now related to launching the game, finding games, and being suspended from matchmaker without reason.
We're investigating and I'll keep you all in the loop here! 🙏
Please be patient with us as we work through it
Update 14:58 CEST - We're still working on it!
Update 15:46 CEST - Still on it!
~Oscar
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Hey again Contestants!
Issue has been resolved and we are in the clear! Please feel free to queue up and enter The Arena again! 🙏
Thank you all for being patient with us as we worked through it ❤️
~Oscar
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WELCOME TO OUR DISCORD QUEST!
We’re so excited to be included in the very first, new, official Discord Quest!
Starting now and slowly rolling out to everyone, we’ll be inviting you to earn the exclusive Skill Issue Set, currently only available by completing the Quest!
**Here is how it works: **
Once the event is fully live, you’ll either get an invite when you log in to Discord or you can go to your user settings and then your gift inventory to access the quest on Discord.
You need to play THE FINALS and stream your gameplay on Discord to at least one person for 15 minutes. This is a good time to show your friends your amazing skills and to earn an outfit that will make each elimination you achieve in the Arena a bit more *memorable *for the opposing team.
If you don’t see it yet, you will soon!
GLHF Contestants!
Earn the Skill Issue Set from April 2-16!
//Dusty
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Update!
The Skill Issue Quest should now be available for everyone!
If you still don't have it make sure you have "Quests" enabled in your privacy settings on Discord.
If you want to learn more about quests, check out the #1224800641088487485 channel!
PS. not pictured in the video: The Skill Issue Set Sticker! Don't miss it 👀
//Dusty
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**Update 2.3.0 is live! **
Hey Contestants, it’s time for another update!
This is a smaller update, but we’ve added a visual indicator at the end of Ranked Tournament to show how you have progressed in ranked up or down. *Share your feedback! *
Good to note: There is a bug that will cause you to see an incorrect league ranking screen the first time you boot the game after this update.
Don’t worry, your league has not changed. We just didn’t want this bug to block you from this feature for another week!
SYS$HORIZON has now also been permanently added to Power Shift and you have one more week to compete in Bunny Bash!
Head over to #patch-notes for more details!
See you in the Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
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Hey Contestants!
We just deployed a back-end change to the way matchmaking works on consoles because it’s been difficult for some players to connect to ranked tournaments.
What this means is that for those with crossplay turned on, you’ll see a better mix of console and PC players in-game, going forward. Up until this point, matchmaking between PC and Console could only happen when parties from mixed platforms were already formed before entering the queue – which was a choice we made to create better quality matches but still allow friends to connect across console and PC. While a nice thought, it has resulted in some players being completely unable to find Ranked Tournaments in certain regions at certain times.
Now, the pool for matchmaking between PC and Console will be wider for everyone, and players who choose to have crossplay turned on will be able to find Ranked Tournaments much more easily, both on Console and PC.
This isn’t the only change we have planned to help with longer queue times, but it is the one change we’ve got so far!
We will continue to improve on this and implement new solutions until playing ranked is something available consistently for all players.
Thanks for being Awesome, and I'll see you all in The Arena!
~Oscar
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A Push Heard Around the World
Hey Contestants!
While we wait for this weeks update It’s time to announce our second Community Event!
This time we’re challenging you all to push the Power Shift Platform around the world 10 times in one week, and should you succeed, we’ve got another reward lined up for you! This time it’s the Historic Hi-Fi Boombox in the same hot-pink color scheme as the Welding Helmet from last time! 
In order to partake in the event, and help the community towards the goal, all you have to do is make sure your team is pushing the platform in Powershift!
Both the Community Progress and your individual performance is tracked right here on the leaderboard website:
https://www.reachthefinals.com/community-event
Your individual performance is based on how far the platform travels while your team is in control of it, meaning that if it travels 1000m while your team is in control - you get 1000m added to your personal score!
Curious if you’re in the top 1000? Search for your name on the website and see!
Anything else? Yes!
During the event, just like last time, we’ll be sending some goodies daily to people who react to this post with
More information about this in #server-announcements so be on the lookout there! 👀
Terms apply, check the post in #🟥┇rules for full details.
Alright that’s enough yapping - let’s get back in the Arena and work on that goal! Let’s make a** Push that’s heard Around the World!**
Best of luck, Contestants!
~Oscar
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Update 2.4.0 is live!
This week we’re kicking off our second Community Event where we’re challenging all of you to push the platform in Powershift 10 times around the world! 🌐
In addition to the event we’re bringing you an update full of quality-of-life improvements, a new contract highlight feature, solo bank-it in Private Matches and a whole lot of bug fixes!
Head over to #patch-notes for more details!
See you in The Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
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Update 2.5.0 is live!
Today we’re bringing you an update with some balance changes as well as dev comments on future changes to both the Stun Gun and the Cloaking Device!
But, on an almost more important note, YOU COMPLETED THE COMMUNITY EVENT!!!
I wasn’t worried at all (maybe a little bit) but you all pulled through and really made a push heard (ten times) Around the World!
You can expect the Boombox to appear in your inventories before the end of the week, keep an eye out in #server-announcements for that and the last T-shirt winner!
Now, head over to #patch-notes for more details about today’s update!
See you in The Arena, Contestants! ❤️
~Oscar
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Head’s up, Yolks!
We are not releasing a regular update this week. Instead, we’re hunkering down to work on a larger content patch that will be included in the next week or two.
**You’ll only see the regular store update this Wednesday **along with the ongoing adjustments to anti-cheat and security.
Something very cool is in the works, in addition to bug fixes and the balancing tweaks we mentioned last week, we will also roll out various changes to make ranked a better experience for all!
We’re letting you know now so that you know what to expect for tomorrow and the rest of the week!
...🥄
//Dusty
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We've got some issues with the servers right now but the team is working on getting them back up again. Sorry for the bumpy week, yolks! Working on a short-term fix now and some preventative improvements on the way
//Dusty
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**Update 2.5.1 is live! **
As mentioned yesterday we’re not releasing a regular update this week, instead, we are going full steam ahead towards a larger content patch in the next week or two.
What you’ll find this week is some further behind-the-scenes improvements to our security, as well as a new store which includes a certain sought after kitchen utensil ...🥄
See you in The Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
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Hey Contestants!
We just pushed live a change to the contracts included in this week's Career Circuit!
The contracts which went live today were not the intended ones, and this change swaps them out for the contracts which were supposed to be released - sorry about that 🙏
In Short;
If you had already completed a contract - nothing changes, you will still have a completed contract.
If you have partial progress on a contract - nothing changes, the contract will remain so you can continue progressing it.
If you had not began progressing a contract - it has now been changed for another, intended, contract.
However!
This means that some of you might still be "stuck" with the "Deal XXXX damage from a distance of 100 meters or more"-contract if you had already began making progress on it. We will keen an eye on how this contract progresses, and change it if needed in a coming update.
Super sorry for the inconvenience Contestants
See you in The Arena,
~Oscar
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Hey Contestants!
Another update about the contracts!
We pushed a change live earlier today which replaced the "Deal XXXXX structural damage to arenas using arena carriables"-contract with another one as it was broken and didn't progress!
Sorry for all the contract confusion and mishaps this week, I hope you'll all have a fantastic weekend and that I'll see you all in The Arena
~Oscar
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Hey Contestants!
Terminal Attack.
See you in The Arena on May 2nd.
~Oscar
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Update 2.6.0 is live!
Hey Contestants!
Today CNS proudly presents our brand new gamemode - Terminal Attack!
This is a 5v5 attack & defend mode played over multiple rounds where teams take turns defending and attacking an objective.
No healing. No revives. One life.
Players can regenerate health up to 100 hp, and gadgets do not regenerate at all, so engage with caution and go in with a plan. You can play Terminal Attack in the SYSHorizon, Monaco, and Las Vegas arenas, and be warned, the destruction you cause will carry over through all seven rounds.
Throughout the event, cash in contracts to earn event cosmetics to show your support for CNS, a rogue hacking collective, and VAIIYA, a cyber-security firm. Which side are you on?
We are incredibly excited to finally get this into your hands and see what you all think of it, please make sure to share all your feedback with us in #💾┇terminal-attack-feedback
BUT!
Terminal Attack is not everything we have in store for all of you today. We’re also bringing you a special article from our Design Director Matt Lowe who explains our League Ranks, the journey we’ve been on so far, some of the ranked changes in this update and a note on the future of ranked play! Please read it here: http://reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/ranked/
BUT WAIT THERE’S MORE!
We’re also making changes to Private Matches so they only need 2 people to start, and adding Power Shift to it. There’s also two new bonus pages added to the Battle Pass for those of you who have made it all the way to the end, and Power Shift is now available on Seoul. AND for the first time ever, we’re adding an outfit bundle to the store where you can chose to buy individual items from the bundle, or the entire bundle all at once!
There’s even more stuff in the update, so check out #patch-notes for more details!
Oh and there’s Twitch Drops coming in as well in a little bit, more on that later. 
Now, let’s hop into The Arena and let the Terminal Attack begin!
~Oscar
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Hey again Contestants!
We've got another Twitch Drop live right now!
Watch select streamers for one hour to unlock the Terminal Allure gun charm!
Rumour even has it some select streamers might even have some Multibucks and Battlepass codes to give out, so head over to Twitch and take a look: https://www.twitch.tv/directory/category/the-finals
While on the topic, we'll also be live tonight on Twitch and YouTube playing Terminal Attack with all of you - more information on that later in #server-announcements!
Thank you all for being here with us, we can't wait to hear what you think of Terminal Attack
I'll see you in The Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
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Hey Contestants!
I was just informed that our Terminal Attack Leaderboard has had some technical difficulties, and has not been counting all of your eliminations as it should! Our Data team will fix this right now, and as a result, many of you will see your number of eliminations jump quite a bit - and it might even shuffle the standings around!
You can check the leaderboard out right here:
https://www.reachthefinals.com/leaderboard-terminal-attack
ALSO!
The event contract: "Play 10 matches of Terminal Attack" is incorrect in-game and is actually "Play 14 matches".
We intended the contract to be 14 matches, but the in-game text is wrong! So play another 4 matches and you'll get the reward! 🙏
Sorry for the inconvenience everyone - now, let's get back in The Arena!
~Oscar
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Update 2.7.0 is live!
Hey Contestants!
SHE’S FINALLY HERE
This week we’re bringing you the super anticipated Darque Mood outfit - AKA - Goth Girl!
We’re also including some performance improvements, some UI fixes and a security update!
Head over to #patch-notes for more details!
See you in The Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
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Hey all! We just had a massive server crash but the issue has been resolved and it is restabilizing now.
//Dusty
hybrid goblet
Spoke too soon!
Server issues continue due to an auth error that the team is working on overcoming.
UPDATE: Seems to be fixed now! Sorry eggies!
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Let's go on an Elimination Spree!!
*Hey Contestants! *
While we wait for this weeks update to be released (it's a bit delayed, we're working on it) it's time to announce the latest Community Event!
We’re heading into the last week of Terminal Attack and in order to send it off with a BANG we’re challenging all of you to Eliminate 7 MILLION contestants in Terminal Attack in the coming week! Should you succeed, everyone who helped out get’s a pair of pink canvas shoes to complement your cute-mmunity look!
As always, you'll be able to track both the global community progress and your individual contributions on the leaderboard website, right here:
https://www.reachthefinals.com/leaderboard-ta-community-event
We've got some changes coming to Community Events in the future as well;
I've received a lot of feedback that we should really highlight these events in-game, so for the next one we're working on making sure that the event is visible and trackable in-game! 👀
We're also looking to change up the theme of the Community Event rewards, and we might be saying good-bye to the pink theme quite soon (you're all starting to build quite a collection of these items by now!)
We'll also be giving away some stuff during the week as always, make sure to keep an eye out in #server-announcements later today for more information about that!
One more thing, the in-game store timer looks a bit strange right now and it will be fixed once the next update is released! I'll be back later with more information about that as well 🙏
For now, let's head in to The Arena, play Terminal Attack, and work towards that Community Goal!
~Oscar
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**Hey Contestants! **
I'm back with an update about the update:
The update will be released Tomorrow!
Until then, let's head into The Arena, go hard in Terminal Attack, and work on the Community Goal!
See you tomorrow, in The Arena!
~Oscar
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Update 2.8.0 is live!
Hey Contestants!
In this update we’re focusing on quality of life changes and improvements, for example, we have made changes to melee weapons in hopes of improving the way it feels to play with them! We will need your feedback on this, so please make sure to share them! We're also on the last week of Terminal Attack and we're sending it off with a BANG by running another Community Event! Make sure to do your part in eliminating 7 million players in Terminal Attack, and you'll all get a prize!
Make sure to head over to #patch-notes for more details about the update!
See you in The Arena, Contestants! And keep an eye out in #server-announcements for information about the Community Event.
~Oscar
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Hey Everyone!
Update ~6PM CEST
We're still working on solving the issue with the game crashing on launch, and are making progress!
I'll keep you in the loop right here, and thanks again for being patient with us!
Update one more time 2PM CEST:
We've found a potential cause and are working on a solution, but it will still take a while.
I will keep you in the loop as we progress 🙏
Update once more at 1PM CEST:
The previous change seems to have helped some of you, but we're still looking into solving the issue for everyone who is still affected!
If you're still crashing on start-up please try verifying the game integrity by following the steps below;
- Open Steam
- Go to Library
- Right click THE FINALS
- Click Properties
- Click Installed Files
- Click "Verify integrity of game files"
This might help you for now, while we keep digging into it! 🙏
Update 11:30AM:
We just made a change which should at least partially help some of you, if you were experiencing the crash please re-launch the game and let me know if it works better for you 🙏
We've seen the reports of the game crashing on start-up after the update for some players, and we're on it!
I will keep you all updated as we work through this issue, please be patient while we dig into it
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Hey Everyone!
We've made good progress on resolving the crash that happens on start-up for some of you, but unfortunately, we have not been able to resolve it for now.
Until we've successfully resolved this, please either try verifying the Steam Files by following the steps in the earlier message. Some community members have also been able to launch the game by temporarily stopping certain mouse and keyboard software on their PCs - so do give that a spin as well!
We will get back to this first thing tomorrow morning, and we are very confident we'll be able to get it done then! Super sorry this has taken so long to resolve, but please just know that the team are working their hardest to try and solve it 🙏
See you tomorrow, Contestants!
~Oscar
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks!
We have just pushed a new hotfix to patch the issue that has caused many of you to be unable to play. Thank you so much for your patience and your troubleshooting!
You should see the new update available now on PC only!
Sorry for this delay in playtime!
//Dusty
*Edited: to remove console as only PC players were affected by this bug. *
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**Hello Contestants! **
**YOU DID IT! **
7 MILLION eliminations in Terminal Attack in just one week - time after time you keep beating the challenges I set for you.
I might have to make the next one truly challenging 
To celebrate, I'm giving away 5 T-shirts at random to anyone who reacts to this post with "" - so hit that react button 👀
The pink canvas shoes will find their way into your inventory some time tomorrow, so be on the lookout for that!
Thank you all so much for playing THE FINALS and for being a part of this amazing community
See you in The Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
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Update 2.9.0 is live!
Hey Contestants!
***…TERMINAL ATTACK IS STAYING! ***
Alongside this week’s store update I also want to once more congratulate all of you on completing the Community Event!
As mentioned yesterday, the shoes will soon be in your inventories.
But beyond that, and maybe more excitingly, **Terminal Attack is staying! **
In the past few weeks, we’ve been watching you play Terminal Attack - and we are so grateful for all of your feedback and impressions.
We’ve loved Attacking and Defending the Terminal alongside you all in The Arena and input from the community has been incredibly valuable to us as we work to make this mode a significant and permanent part of THE FINALS. So while the event, and its contracts, has ended we’ve decided to keep the gamemode in the game a while longer.
That’s really all for this week, but I’ll post a link to the patch notes here as usual: #patch-notes
Also! Keep an eye out in #server-announcements later today, I’ve got 5 T-shirt winners to announce!
See you in The Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
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hybrid goblet
Hey yolks!
Since Update 2.8.0, we have been investigating and chasing a bug that introduced performance issues for many players. We're happy to report that we've just now pushed a fix that should make for a smoother experience. If you've been having issues, hop in now and see if the game feels better!
Thank you so much for your reports and detailed information about the change in performance. Your feedback was a critical component of our understanding of and ability to find and squish this bug!
Let us know if you feel the difference!
//Dusty
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frank thistle
Update 2.10.0 is live!
Hey Contestants!
We’re nearing the end of the season and we’re making sure to go out with a BANG! Starting today you get 10x as much XP from daily contracts, and 50% more XP from in-game performance! We’re also launching the final Community Event of Season 2, challenging you all to deal 18 BILLION damage to enemy Contestants in one week. If you succeed, the final pink community item will be yours!
We’re also making changes to the APS turret, buffing the Throwing Knives and fixing the annoying voice chat bug on XBOX!
Head over to #patch-notes for more details!
See you in The Arena, Contestants! Keep an eye out in #server-announcements for some more information about the Community Event later on!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
Alright, I've got an update on a couple different topics, let's dig in! 😄
As many of you noticed and pointed out, the Community Leaderboard for the current Community Event was not updating as it should, and wasn't properly tracking personal stats - this has now been fixed! ✅
We are also aware of the following, and some other, issues which were introduced with the update yesterday - all of these are still under Investigation. 
Enemy healthbars and pings persist longer on screen, and are visible through walls.
Animation cancelling on single and burst fire weapons leads to much higher DPS.
Circuit Contracts are no longer trackable.
Aim Assist on controller works through certain obstructions.
Team's hard at work on these, I'll keep you all in the loop 🙏
Lastly, here's a reminder to make sure to submit your clips for the Community Highlight videos!
Submission deadline for clips around the Season 2 weapons and gadgets is end of day Sunday, so please submit your clips before then!
More info in #💥┇highlight-reel-submissions
That's all for right now, see you in The Arena Contestants!
~Oscar
frank thistle
Hotfix 2.10.4 is live!
Hey Contestants!
Happy hotfix-update-Saturday!
We’ve just released a hotfix which contains fixes to many of the issues introduced in the 2.10 update two days ago.
Amongst others, we fixed enemy healthbars appearing for too long and behind walls, various animation cancelling exploits that enabled super-rapid-fire and the issue with contracts being untrackable!
Full details in #patch-notes
See you in The Arena, Contestants - and thank you for being patient with us while we worked through these issues
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Update 2.11.0 is live!
Hey Contestants!
We’re heading into the last update of season 2 with one final Store Update and a couple bug fixes! Also, you completed the Community Update in record speed - Congratulations everyone!
The pink tank with the panda print will find its way to your inventories within a couple days!
Hop over to #patch-notes for details on the update!
See you in The Arena, Contestants - let’s send off Season 2 with a bang!
~Oscar
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hybrid goblet
Sharpen your Katanas! See you in Kyoto, yolks!
https://youtu.be/8kWYWa3Jv2Q?si=2Grwkhpf7o6AcgdH
Calling all content creators! Want to get hands-on with Season 3 ahead of time? Sign up for our live preview event using this link: https://forms.gle/TrHn4GuoDq6hBjJz7
Everyone else, join the countdown here: https://www.youtube.com/live/oA_8H5QhOmM
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hybrid goblet
Hello yolks!
Patch notes are still in the works, but in the meantime, we wanted to provide more information about the changes we are making in Season 3.
We’ve just introduced World Tour, where the most dynamic and exciting twists and turns take place, where you can go from winning in one moment to having victory snatched away in the next while earning the attention of the fans and the Sponsors! This sort of high-octane drama is not for the faint-hearted, but it is one of the most exciting and compelling parts of THE FINALS!
Contestants looking for something more familiar and strategically paced can find it in our new Ranked Mode: Terminal Attack.
Here is a breakdown of some of the things coming on June 13:
WORLD TOUR:
Fame, fortune, and glory. This is where all the contestants gather to reach for stardom. All contestants!
Bigger and better Cashout tournaments have always been the plan, and World Tour is our first step towards a place where all players can compete and have fun while impressing the Sponsors. World Tour Cashout Tournaments will be the main focus on content moving forward, as we plan to craft new map variations and new ways to play made specifically for the World Tour experience!
In Season 3, World Tour will feature Cashout tournaments with 24 players as the primary mode. You’ll be able to rank up your badge, earn prizes, check the leaderboards, and play the mode you know and love. These events will always be on and available to play throughout the season.
It's good to note that doing this for Season 3 gives us a chance to work on Cashout and make vital improvements to the mode that would have been difficult to do when it’s locked into ranked for a whole season. This will give us a chance to make Cashout more viable as a competitive mode in the future.
Cashout will never leave the spotlight as the most important part of THE FINALS. In fact, our first high-profile, official tournament will happen very soon and the mode will be Cashout. Make sure to be on the lookout for news about that!
Also, diamonds and rubies are beautiful, but have you ever seen an emerald??
**RANKED PLAY: **
We have been hard at work evolving Terminal Attack into a robust and exciting ranked mode, fine-tuning the experience for our most competitive players. The 5v5 mode creates close, competitive, head-to-head matches.
The gameplay and ranked system improvements should make this mode as fair and enjoyable as we've planned it to be from the start. We've made many changes to the mode to make it more viable for competitive play. They include:
--Requiring the Attacking team to interact with the terminal to deliver it, rather than just throwing the key in from a distance
--Warm-up zones that give defenders more time to prepare and strategize
--Playing the different objective scenarios in the same sequence in each half of Attacking and Defending, to make a more balanced experience
--Resetting the map destruction when teams switch from attacking to defending
Along with all of this, we’ll introduce a Rank Score points system, so you can clearly see how your score changes after a match, and the opposing teams’ score as well.
part 2 coming....
**CAREER CIRCUIT: **
Career circuit will be back for another season, with new challenges and new rewards! A lot of the challenges will match up with the World Tour Tournaments! This will also help you complete your Battle Pass by the end of the season and always give you something new to look forward to.
**CASUAL MODES: **
Your favorite casual modes remain unchanged. You’ll be able to warm up on Bank It or spend all your time in Power Shift! You’ll just have more arenas to play them in
**BATTLE PASS: **
96 rewards, 26 for free. Earn 1575 Multibucks by unlocking. And two bonus pages for the overachievers.
**TEXT CHAT: **
We will debut our first text chat. It will be team chat for now, and your feedback will be important!
**LOADOUT: **
Light Build: Your new toys, the Recurve Bow and the Thermal Bore, make a powerful combination!
Medium Build: Dual blades can deal hearty melee damage and also block and deflect bullets, so get ready to feel unstoppable!
Heavy Build: The Spear is the new weapon… and if you thought the sledgehammer was scary, get ready to run! You’ll also have the Winch Claw which can bring both players and objects to your feet.
**MAP: **
We’ve added a new map to all the modes and it’s gorgeous. Make sure to take in Kyoto 1568 and all of its variations.
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We will keep growing THE FINALS with all of you. Give us a few more days, try the new changes of Season 3, and then give us your feedback. We can’t wait to share all of this with you on the 13th!
//Dusty
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hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks,
Oscar’s first Community Update of Season 3 is ready for you now! This time, he’s going over the World Tour!
If you’re curious to know more about Season 3 and the World Tour, head over to Youtube and check it out!
https://youtu.be/D6DvOoYjb4k?si=RSKKnrV2clu8BUEW
Thanks for being here!
//Dusty
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EDIT: Forgot to add! Check out our live stream tomorrow to see a sneak peek of Season 3! Oscar and a whole bunch of creators will be playing and showing the new season ahead of schedule: https://www.youtube.com/live/oA_8H5QhOmM?si=zlbP1KJlwH0gGeR2
hybrid goblet
Season 3 preview Event stars NOW!
Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oA_8H5QhOmM
Twitch.TV:
https://www.twitch.tv/thefinals
Tune in and watch Oscar play!
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hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks!
If you logged in today, you may have noticed that your Career Circuit looks reset! We had an issue with this and are working on a possible solution.
Hang tight for now, and we’ll be back with more info as soon as we have it! Sorry for the final day of Season 2 madness!
//Dusty
**Update to update to update: **We have **now **ensured that no players who log on from this point onwards will be affected by the Career Circuit Bug. However, we have identified a fair solution for those of you who were unfortunately reset, and we will roll that out as soon as the team has completed their work on it. Thank you so much for your alerts and your patience as we get this patched up!
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
For those of you affected by the Career Circuit bug, we have a “fix” rolling out soon that will help you see your progress — but the fix is less than ideal.
Here’s how it works: you will see your Circuits again, but some of the challenges have been re-rolled, meaning that those contracts have been reset (you can complete them again for more XP, but you don’t need to). It might also look like some rewards you earned are now locked again, but no rewards have been lost.
This was obviously not intended, and while this solution is not perfect, it is the solution we could make in the short window of time before Season 2 ends and a whole new Career Circuit takes the spotlight! If you were in the group of people affected and you wind up with a contract that is impossible to complete that blocks you from earning your final reward, please contact our support.
Again, we are terribly sorry this has happened. These changes will be rolling out over the next few hours.
See you in The Arena, and Season 3, tomorrow!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Announcing our first Official Cashout Tournament at TwitchRivals!
8 Teams
24 Streamers
$50,000 on the line
📅 JUNE 18, 2pm PT
🎥 http://Twitch.tv/TwitchRivals
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frank thistle
SEASON 3 STARTS NOW!
The system has been reset.
Get ready for:
🔸 World Tour
🔸 Kyoto 1568
🔸 New Ranked Experience
🔸 Brand new Battle Pass (Buy the starter pack first!)
🔸 Brand new Career Circuit
🔸 New weapons for every build
🔸 The Winch Claw
🔸 Text Chat
And much, much, much more!
Read the full patch notes here: #patch-notes
The Arena is open, welcome to Season 3 - Contestants!
~Oscar
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hybrid goblet
Hey all--
We're checking into the "Build Request Failed" issue right now. More news to come. We will update this post when we have more info. --SOLVED
We're also looking into the issue with the Ranked Score and the missing Placement matches! --SOLVED
//Dusty
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hybrid goblet
We're seeing some major crashing in our servers right now, and are actively working on a fix to stabilize them to handle the current demand.
We've been able to stabilize the servers, so more people can hop on and play. We'll be keeping a close watch on it the rest of the night!
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
Twitch Rivals is happening tonight at <t:1718744400:t> and we hope to see as many of you as possible there!
Tournament will be live right here: https://www.twitch.tv/twitchrivals 
Beyond the best cashout gameplay you've ever seen, there's also an exclusive Twitch Drop - don't miss out!
With Rivals happening we are anticipating that a lot of new Contestants will be entering The Arena for the first time, please help us welcome them in the best way possible!
Also, in order for them to be able to jump straight into the action as quick as possible, we have now removed the requirement for new players to complete 3 games of Terminal Attack before trying out all our gamemodes!
I hope I'll see you on Twitch later, and after that, in The Arena!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
We are LIVE with Twitch Rivals - our first ever offical tournament featuring Cashout and some of your favorite Content Creators!
$50,000 is on the line - who will come out on top? 👀
Catch all the action here, or on any of the participants streams: https://www.twitch.tv/twitchrivals
Also, don't miss out on the exlusive twitch drop, see the image!
Let's get in The Arena!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Update 3.1.0 is live!
Hey Contestants!
The first update of Season 3 is live and it’s bringing a brand new store update with the Dressed to Deploy set, a free Midsummer themed gun charm (claim this week) and some balance changes.
Hop over to #patch-notes for more details
Also, thank you to everyone who tuned in for Twitch Rivals yesterday - we had an absolute blast watching some of the best players around show just how it’s done in THE FINALS, I’m certain the sponsors were impressed!
See you in The Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Update 3.2 is live!
Hey Contestants!
Update 3.2 is live and with it we are setting the stage for the next stage on the World Tour - the OSPUZE Expo going live tomorrow! Get ready to Pop. Pour. Perform!
Keep your eyes peeled during the expo for some weekend contracts as well. 👀
We also have quite a few bug fixes and tweaks coming in this update, such as the ability to reconnect in private matches, a fix for an issue where the winch claw would get your character “stuck” after being hooked and a fix for the knife backstab being able to multi-hit - to mention a few! ✅
Also, quick note, we have had to temporarily disable solo bank-it from private matches while we work on solving an issue with the mode.
For more details, hop on over to #patch-notes
Now let’s get back in The Arena, and I will see you all in the OSPUZE Expo!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Update 3.3 is live!
Hey Contestants!
Update 3.3 is now live and it’s introducing Ruby Rank! 
Ruby is an exclusive rank for the very best of the best, as it’s only available for the top 500 players in the world! Unlike our other ranks, the Ruby rewards will only be fully rewarded at the end of the season, so you have to make sure you’re within those top 500 positions when the season ends! 🤝
We also have a stacked store update today, featuring the ÖRF! backpack.. Make sure you check it out closely 👀
There’s also some bug fixed thrown in (for example a fix for the broken melee and shotgun contracts) - for more details check out #patch-notes
Now let’s hop into The Arena, and begin the race for Ruby rank!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
I know many of you are expecting an update today but this week the update will happen tomorrow!
We found an issue during some last second testing that we had to solve, and it delays us one day.
I'll be back tomorrow with an update, video and patch notes
~Oscar
frank thistle
Hey again Contestants!
As you've all noticed by now there's still no update live - and unfortunately the update will not go live until tomorrow! 
We solved the issue which postponed the update yesterday, but then found another issue we had to fix just as we were about to press the button this morning.
We're on track to release the update tomorrow instead, around 11AM CEST - but we'resuper sorry for the double delay this time
Thank you all for being patient with us, and I'll be back tomorrow with better news!
~Oscar
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks!
After two days of delays, we are *finally *ready to launch Update 3.4.0. Thanks for your patience while we work out some issues
In the store, we have the frog onesie, which was a grassroots community initiative! Congrats on starting a petition and getting over 13k signatures in order to get the suit in the game! Everyone who signed it will get a sticker, so long as you provided your full and correct Embark ID on the form (it may take a day or two for your sticker to show up).** We are truly impressed with your frog power!**
https://youtu.be/yakH0iM8TJ8?si=o0SWT0WY6fB3CpKS
There are multiple features and changes in this update. ISEUL-T is sponsoring the new World Tour - The ISEUL-T Cup and the Pro Circuit has gone live.
There are several changes to Bank-It, shorter wait-times in Terminal Attack, the addition of party chat while in the main menu and the ability to equip multiple weapon animations to the same gun.
Those of you with a keen eye will also notice that we’ve added an info panel that explains the World Tour’s FINALS event - check it out in-game.
Finally, both Polish and Turkish translations of THE FINALS are now live with this update, so make sure to throw a “Cześć” or “Merhaba” into team chat at the start of a game!
Check out more detailed notes over on #patch-notes
PS. XBOX players may have additional wait time on this patch but it's on the way!
//Dusty
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Quick edit: Pro Circuit and New World Tour will update in about 30 minutes or so!
marsh wave
Hello Xbox Yolks!
We wanted to give you a quick update on the Xbox Update situation;
We are currently waiting to hear back from our friends at Xbox about the issue.
We are very sorry for this unexpected delay and we really appreciate your patience on this matter! We will share more information as we receive it.
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frank thistle
Hello again xbox friends!
We're currently working together with microsoft on the situation that's blocking the 3.4 release on xbox.
I currently don't have an ETA for when we will be able to release, but as soon as I learn anything I will share it will all of you
We're super sorry for this lenghtly delay, and can only ask that you're patient with us as we work through it 🙏
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Hello again friends!
An update on the xbox-situation 
We are still working together with Microsoft on resolving an issue with the publishing tool which is currently blocking the update.
We are in conversations with Microsoft, but I do not currently have an ETA for when this situation will be solved.
If the situation changes I will let you all know as soon as I hear anything, but if nothing new comes up, I'll be back tomorrow 🙏
We know the situation sucks, and we are doing everything we can do try and speed up the process
~Oscar
frank thistle
Hello Contestants!
Given the current access issue with the Xbox publishing tools, we have decided to postpone our update this week until we are able to update THE FINALS for all our contestants, regardless of platform.
That being said, we were able to push a server fix to one of the issues that has caused players to be stuck in the loading screen and a server fix for stability. We also fixed the issue where Ranked matches were not cancelling properly.
Those fixes have already happened, so we hope you all have a smoother experience starting now.
This delay does mean that there will be no store update for now on any platform (although some skins made their way through for a short moment), and the next stage of the Pro Circuit has also been delayed until further notice. To reflect this, the in-game timers have been updated to Friday.
We will push out the update for everyone as soon as we can update Xbox (something we are tirelessly working on with our partners at Microsoft).
To our Xbox players: Thank you for your patience while we work on a resolution. This unexpected restriction on our account was discovered mid-way through the 3.4.0 update process; otherwise, it would have delayed that update as well.
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
It’s finally time to release update 3.5 for ALL PLATFORMS
We have finally solved the issues with the Xbox publishing tool, and can now go ahead and roll out the update for all platforms - we are once more super sorry for the long delay.
In this update we’re bringing a full store with some skins you might have caught a sneakpeek of yesterday, and a couple bug fixes.. But more importantly, we’re kicking off the first Community Event of Season 3, and we are challenging you to eliminate 1,900.000 contestants using the weapons and gadgets introduced in Season 3! Join in the race to fill the meter, and everyone who contributes will win the DISSUN Capacitor skin for Dual Blades.
You can follow the progress of the event both in-game and on embark.id: https://id.embark.games/leaderboards/community-event-3-5 👀
For our Xbox friends, we are so happy to finally have you all back with us on the latest update - the wait is over! With the issue resolved, we want to thank all of our Xbox players for their patience! This interruption in the update schedule was not planned and took far too long to fix. As a thank you for your endurance and as a nod to our own…issues… in this situation, we are gifting all Xbox players the Skill Issue Set. Expect your gift to show up in the next few days!
For information on what’s included in this update, check #patch-notes
Now, let’s hop into THE FINALS (crossplay ON!) and I’ll see you all in The Arena!
~Oscar
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Oh, and the next stage of the Pro Circuit will go live in 23 minutes!
Also, here's the pretty sick reward for the Community Event.. if you make it!
~Oscar
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
We hope you’re warmed up and ready, Contestants, because the next stop on the World Tour is the VOLPE Championship, and it’s offering some contracts with exclusive sports gear rewards! We’re also running brand new Twitch Drops throughout this World Tour stop, so make sure you tune in for some THE FINALS on Twitch.Tv! (drops live later today)
NOTE: When you launch the game today you will ge the intro video for the VOLPE Championship, but that doesn’t actually start until tomorrow!
This week we’re also bringing some rather substantial changes and bug fixes.
In the VOLPE Championship, we’re upping the amount of money you earn per elimination in Cashout, and granting your team part of the vault value immediately when initiating a cashout! We’re also completely removing cash penalties from team wipes - make sure to try these changes out and let us know what you think.
On the bug-fixing side, we have a second fix coming in for the infinite loading screen issue and the issue that prevented contestants from using their specializations, weapons, and gadgets at certain times. For our controller friends, we’ve also fixed the aim assist issue introduced in 3.4 for controller players on PC.
For all the rest of the changes check out #patch-notes
Now, let’s get back into THE FINALS, and I’ll see you all on stream tonight as we tackle the new changes in the World Tour!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
We've just began sending out the DISSUN sponsored Dual Blades from the community event, you should have it the next time you log in!
All of you absolutely crushed the latest event, so for the next one I will have to make some unrealistic goal
Also, there's currently a bug in-game where everyone lower than the top 500 in either World Tour or Ranked Terminal Attack will appear as "unranked".
We've identified the issue and found a fix, but unfortunately, this is a client issue (meaning we can't fix it from the server) so at the moment I do not know when we will have the in-game leaderboard fixed. If you are in the top 10.000, you can still see your rank on our website leaderboard: https://id.embark.games/leaderboards/ranked
Also, it's important to note that you have not lost your rank - it is simply not showing properly in-game
Now, let's get back into THE FINALS - and I'll see you all in The Arena!
~Oscar
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hybrid goblet
Hello dear yolks!
In Update 3.6 last week, we pushed a few experimental changes to Cashout rules in the World Tour, and now we want to know how they’ve impacted your game. You can read more about those changes by visiting #patch-notes
If you’ve been playing, please take a few minutes to fill out this survey:
https://forms.gle/RwRwMdWormiMKPaMA
We’ve been reading up on your impressions on Discord (keep ‘em coming, by the way!), but we also want your individual feedback!
Thanks so much for playing, for chatting here with us, and for helping us understand your experiences with the game
*To help meter expectations on this hot summer day (at least in Sweden), tomorrow’s update will just be a store update, since we are in the middle of summer and have a lot more testing to do on the fixes we have going in. *
//Dusty
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hybrid goblet
**Update 3.7.0 **
It’s summer vacation season here at THE FINALS and this week’s update will only add to the store and make a few tweaks to the security systems. As such, there is no download to deploy on your end
Next week we'll be back with more fixes and changes
You can check out the store video!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KySjm2SAlEw
If you have not done so already, please consider filling out the feedback survey for the World Tour changes. So far, the turn out has been awesome!
Here is the link: https://forms.gle/RwRwMdWormiMKPaMA
//Dusty
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frank thistle
Update 3.8 is live!
Hey Contestants - CAN YOU REACH THE FINALS?
Update 3.8.0 is now live on all platforms and with it we unlock the “THE FINALS” button in World Tour and with that comes Emerald progression for all our contestants who have reached Gold 1! Here you’ll be able to continue your badge progression past Gold and into Emerald, with unique rewards unlocking for each tier you achieve. In THE FINALS you only earn win points for winning an entire World Tour Tournament - so this truly is a challenge for our most seasoned contestants to show off their dedication.
After community feedback and reviewing data we’re also re-adding the team wipe penalty to the World Tour at 10%, down from the original 30% we had before update 3.6.
We’ve also got a fully stocked new store, a brand new XP bonus feature when playing in a party, and a bunch of bug fixes (no more unclimbable stairs on Kyoto)!
Check out the details in #patch-notes
I’ll see you all in The Arena!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
We've seen some questions about how the new THE FINALS button and the old TOURNAMENT button work now in the World Tour that we’ve released Emerald.
To clarify: graduating to THE FINALS means a new set of rewards accompanied by stricter point-gain rules, you will now only gain win points by winning the entire tournament. But the World Tour mode you'll be playing is the same.
As an example, if you are Gold 1 and you party up with your Silver 2 friends, you can still play together and all of you will make progress! Assuming you win the Tournament, all of you will gain win points. However, if you make it to the final round and then lose, only the Silver 2 friends will make progress, as to progress in Emerald you need to win the entire tournament.
Sometimes you get a bit blinded by your own designs and we didn’t realize how confusing it would be that we locked one button, when we unlocked the other - we’ll look into making all of the above more clear in-game in a coming update! 🙏
But in short, you will still be able to play with your friends and progress along your respective badges, regardless of the badge level of your party members.
Now, let's get back into World Tour and back to the grind!
~Oscar
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
With update 3.8 we saw a dip in game performance, specifically related to network and bandwidth. What happened was that we fixed an issue related to collision, but in doing so, we accidentally began sending more network data than intended, which lead to bad server performance and an overall worse network experience!
We have just now released an update to all platforms which solves this issue, meaning that you should all have a smoother experience across the board with less network related disruptions once you've updated.
Now, let's back in The Arena and back to the World Tour grind!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Hey Again!
It seems like we have an uptick in the game crashing on launch after the hotfix we just put out.
If you are experiencing this issue, please go to this bug thread:
https://discord.com/channels/1008696016318513243/1271385121764937779
And add the following there in a message;
🔸 Image of the issue or the text inside the error box
🔸 What platform you play on
🔸 Your player ID
🔸 What steps you have taken to solve it (restart game / steam / PC / verify game files, etc).
I'll keep you all in the loop as we investigate.
~Oscar
frank thistle
**Hey again everyone! **
With all of your help reporting the issue, and a lot of quick work from the team, we have just released an update on Steam which solves the previous issue with launching the game!
If you experienced the issue before, please restart both Steam and THE FINALS, allow the game to update, and then launch the game - and you should be all good to go!
Thank you all so much for your patience and reports while we worked on solving this, and we're sorry for the downtime
See you in-game, Contestants!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Update 3.9 is live!
**Hey Contestants! **
Today we’ve got an update jam-packed with news, a new community event and a singular bug-fix, let’s dig in!
THE FINALS is best with friends, and to aid you in your quest to build the perfect squad this week we are introducing the refer-a-friend program! Head on over to Embark ID to get your unique URL that can be shared with friends who have yet to play THE FINALS.
Once your invited friend has played 20 rounds of the game, you’ll both get 100 Multibucks! Get rewarded for up to five friends and check out the full rules over on Embark ID. 💸
Want one more way to recruit your friends? What better way is there than to wear THE FINALS merch in public?
Today we’re also launching our merchandise store where you can pick up some THE FINALS or OSPUZE-related merch, oh, and there’s stickers! With some of the items, you can get an in-game copy of your IRL drip! This is our first run, so supplies are limited!
The shop will drop in a few hours, and you can watch the countdown in the meantime: https://merch.reachthefinals.com/
Finally, this week we have a new community challenge! Collectively cash out $100 billion in World Tour Cashout and earn the DISSUN Interrupter helmet from our generous World Tour sponsor! Only those who contribute to this eye-popping goal will get the reward, so make sure to do your part! 🫡
Oh, and don’t forget to check out the store update video right here!
That’s all this time, now let’s get back in The Arena, back to the grind and work towards that Community Goal!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Update 3.10 is live!
Hey Contestants!
Today we’ve got an update with everything from balance changes, to crosshair customization and a brand new Defender Bonus in World Tour! Make sure to check out #patch-notes for more information 👀
It’s also time to congratulate all of you on completing the Community Event! The goal was set very high at $100 BILLION, and I actually doubted you all for a moment - but as always this community pulled through in the end! Amazing job everyone, the DISSUN Racing Helmet will be in your inventory later this week!
Oh, and of course, there’s a fully stocked store for you to check out as well.
See you in The Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
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hybrid goblet
Hey Yolks!
In Update 3.10, we introduced another experimental feature for Cashout called Defender Bonus, which is meant to allow the defending team to revive faster while holding the cashout. You may have noticed that those respawns are not spending Respawn coins. This buff was not intended! We are working on a quick fix, but we wanted to let you all know that we are aware of this issue!
Hang tight, we have a fix coming in pretty hot! You'll need to restart the game when it happens
//Dusty
molten belfry
Hey Contestants!
The hotfix for the unintentional buff of the defender's bonus, which Dusty mentioned in the previous announcement, is now available. Restarting the game is not necessary; the changes will apply automatically after you finish your next game.
See you in the arena! 
🦖
hybrid goblet
Hey yolks!
I am doing your News update this week because our dear @frank thistle is off celebrating his wedding! We wish him so much happiness and love!
Right now we are starting a new community challenge!
ISEUL-T challenges you to collectively complete 6 million rounds of gameplay while in a party! Should you manage – any contestant who contributes to the goal will be rewarded with the ISEUL-T Reality Check Frag Grenade skin!
So, grab a friend and hop in the game! You can also make some new friends here in LFG channels! This goal is a bit steep, so let’s work together to get to the finish line!
We’re hard at work on Season 4, but does anyone want to carry me a few rounds?
//Dusty
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
Season 4 is in our sights, but this season is not over just yet!
Starting today, the BONUS XP MATSURI begins, providing bountiful Bonus XP until the end of the Season to help you make the most of your battle passes!
Last week we asked you to collectively play 6 MILLION rounds with friends, and it got a bit close at the end, but the power of community prevailed! Awesome job! The ISEUL-T Reality Check Frag Grenade skin will be rewarded to all who helped us get there. 🫡
As for the patch, as well as bug fixes and performance improvements, we’ve added an Underdog Bonus to Cashout to help teams who have lost players, and turned off the Defender Bonus in the final round of Tournaments. Check out #patch-notes for more 👀
As always, see you in the Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
It's time for the final stop on the Season 3 World Tour - the HOLTOW CLASSIC!
This stop will last an additional week, all the way to the end of Season 3.
Let's hop into The Arena, and work on those World Tour goals!
~Oscar
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hybrid goblet
WE'RE GOING TO TWITCHCON!
TwitchCon San Diego is just around the corner, and so is the release of Season 4 of THE FINALS - what a coincidence!
We will be at TwitchCon the entire weekend, starting with a full day of events (including going hands-on with Season 4) in the LAN area all day on Friday with Oscar and special guest host THiiXY! Hear from the devs, play Season 4 in the LAN party, and come hang out with us!
Also, we’re running a virtual Season 4 preview event the same day featuring your favorite THE FINALS creators - so you can catch all the cool reveals from the comfort of your home!
Help us hype up Season 4 and reveal the new content ahead of the drop!
Join us online or come and give us a hug!
//Dusty
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frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
We’ve arrived at the penultimate update of Season 3 - 3.13, and this week’s store rotation offers some pretty Big Shoes To Fill! 👀
For the nocturnal gamers who skulk around the Arena in the middle of the night, check out the Trickpaw Tanuki Set! 🦝
We’re nearing the end of Season 3 and we are full steam towards Season 4 here in the office, and we can’t wait to share more with you soon!
It's time for another community stream tonight as well! Myself and @sick heart will be hopping into The Arena to run everything from customs to World Tour so make sure to tune in!
Going live at <t:1726070400:f>
https://www.twitch.tv/thefinals
https://www.youtube.com/@reachthefinals/streams
Only two weeks remain, Contestants, it's time to hop into The Arena and work on those end of Season goals..
Season 4 is coming.
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Check out the early Season 4 teaser here 👀
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ba0l5QMmSH8
Today we have juicy information to share about additions to Season 4
You can find it in this blogpost:
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/s4teaser
To all Contestants: thanks for sticking with us!
Even more to come as Season 4 draws near!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
We've seen the reports about the servers not doing too good, and are currently investigating!
Hold tight 🫡 ~~
~~
**Update:**
Everything seems to be back to normal now, thank you for the reports and for your patience 
I'll keep you all in the loop 🙏
~OscarHey Contestants!
As you've all noticed, this week's update is slightly delayed and will either arrive later on Thursday, or the usual time but on Friday!
It's got a fresh store update and some bug fixes to wrap up the season, and a final Community Event to really end the season with a blast!
Season 4 is almost here, Contestants
~Oscar
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honest spire
Hey Contestants! 
It’s the last week of Season 3, and we have one final Community Event to get us in an explosive mood for what’s to come! Collectively detonate 30 million grenades in order to earn the ENGIMO 
Asymmetrical Top, and finish off this season with a bang! 💥
As for the patch, we have some changes to how on-screen information is displayed, and changes to your own team information in the UI, as well as a few bug fixes. Check the changes out in #patch-notes 
Season 4 is right around the corner, and we can’t wait to see you all tune in to your favorite THE FINALS streamer as they preview Season 4 content tomorrow! 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8BVi0Mios78
<@&1011235012827422791>
Note: We are aware that the Community Event goal on the leaderboard incorrectly says "Complete 30.000.000 rounds while in a party" instead of "Detonate 30 million grenades". We are working on a fix for this.
honest spire
Info for PS5 players experiencing matchmaking issues:
We have deployed a temp fix to resolve the PS5 matchmaking issues that some players were experiencing. This fix will allow you to matchmake with other PS5 players, but not other platforms. We have a fix ready to enable crossplay again and will deploy that as soon as possible.
frank thistle
For our XBOX friends - we are aware that the update is not out on XBOX yet.
We're working with Microsoft on solving it ASAP.
marsh wave
Hey Contestants!
We are deploying shortly a fix for PS5 players that should solve any crossplay issues. Be on the lookout!
If you still encounter any issues with Crossplay, let us know through Eggmail #📧┇contact-us
marsh wave
Another quick update:
Update should be out on Xbox 
Thank you for your patience while we sorted it out, yolks!
honest spire
Hey Contestants!
Here is a summary of our team's TwitchCon schedule for the day! 
The timestamps are adjusted to your timezone. You can hover over the timestamp to see the full date and time in case of confusion
⭐** The Preview Event: Watch the stream at **<t:1726851600:t>
TwitchCon channel: https://www.twitch.tv/team/twitchcon
Our channel: https://www.twitch.tv/thefinals
⭐Opening Ceremony: Season 4 | <t:1726855200:t>
**⭐What's New in Season 4 with Gustav Tilleby **| <t:1726857000:t>
⭐First Look: Oscar & THiiXY | <t:1726858800:t>
⭐All about The Arena with Joakim Stigsson | <t:1726864200:t>
⭐Movement & Mayhem with Mikael Högström | <t:1726869600:t>
⭐THE FINALS... but different | <t:1726871400:t>
⭐TwitchCon plays THE FINALS | <t:1726860600:t> | <t:1726862400:t> | <t:1726875000:t> | <t:1726876800:t>
We can't wait to hear what you think!
Full TwitchCon schedule here:
https://www.twitchcon.com/san-diego-2024/schedule/
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
We're live at TwitchCon in 1 minute
Don't miss the grand reveal of the Season 4 trailer
https://www.twitch.tv/thefinals
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello my yolks!
Right now, Oscar is live on stage and we just dropped the Season 4 Trailer here at Twitchcon San Diego!
https://youtu.be/nxtnoNshZEo?si=3xE4_a1OmJvjs_LG
We’re busy and happy today! If you’re here, come see us! If you aren’t, join us on Twitch!
Season 4 is coming and we’re SO excited to share it with you!
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
We're readying up for Day 2 of TwitchCon, and we can't wait to meet you all in our booth today!
I also just want to quickly touch on something from the preview event yesterday: the 3v3v3 cashout mode that was played during the event was not what we intended to play - it was supposed to be Quick Cash - oopsie!
We are not adding a 3v3v3 cashout mode to Season 4, and it will absolutely not be the mode played in Ranked!
We hope you all enjoyed what you saw of Season 4 yesterday, and we can't wait to head into The Arena with all of you on the 26th! 🤝
~Oscar
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks!
Design Director, Matt Lowe, has written a blog that dives deep into our efforts to improve the Cashout mode in Season 3! This is a lot of data to take in and you’ll learn a bit more about how we approach, experiment with, and solve various problems in THE FINALS.
All of these improvements could not be done without you. Check it out while you wait to try out the new and improved Ranked Cashout Tournaments and World Tour in Season 4.
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/cashoutblog
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
**WELCOME TO SEASON 4, CONTESTANTS! **
*You already know the major details: *
🔸 Ranked Cashout is Back!
🔸 Sponsors want you to sign for the Season!
🔸 You can wear an awesome moustache
🔸 Fortune Stadium is ready to be destroyed
🔸 Three new weapons await your judgment
🔸 Brand new Battle Pass
And much, much, much, much, much more!
But there’s so much more to read about and explore.
Check out the full #patch-notes and hop in to try out the brand new season – RIGHT NOW!
The Arena is open, welcome to Season 4 - Contestants!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks!
We're working on checking on all rewards for Season 3, so all your earned rewards will be delivered in 4.2! This is because with a competition as steep as Ruby, we want to ensure that those who earn it have done so through fair play! We'll also deliver the World Tour rewards at the same time!
This means a small wait before you can run around with your hard-earned new weapons!
//Dusty
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frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
We are aware of an issue that right now prevents about 20% of you from entering the Practice Range.
If you are unable to enter the Practice Range, please just try again - we're working on a solution!
Also, while waiting for us to resolve this issue - please make sure to tune in to your favorite Twitch Streamers who are currently live with THE FINALS - because we have three brand new Twitch Drops!
https://www.twitch.tv/directory/category/the-finals
I can't wait to see you all in The Arena!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
As many of you have pointed out it is currently not possible to hide the HUD.
While we work on fixing a related UI issue, we have temporarily disabled the HUD button (F10). We will re-enable it as soon as possible, once the issue is resolved. 🔨
Also, while I have your attention;
We'll be going live with a late-night stream tonight featuring some special guests!
Word has it me and @sick heart will be casting some pretty good players - you're not going to want to miss this! 👀
SLIGHT DELAY WE WILL NOW BE LIVE AT <t:1727472600:t>
https://www.twitch.tv/thefinals (with drops)
https://www.youtube.com/@reachthefinals/streams (no drops, but still cool)
I hope to see you all there
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
~~We're aware of the issues preventing players on playstation from signing in.
The issue is currently being actively worked on by Sony, and seems to be affecting all titles.
Follow the status here:
https://status.playstation.com
~~
UPDATE:
The issue should be resolved now according to Sony, if you're playing on PlayStation - please try re-launching your game now and you should be able to play!
~Oscar
frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
The first weekly update of Season 4 is here! We have some fixes for matchmaking problems and other issues, and the very first store update!
Check #patch-notes for the quick details on those.
Oh, and the team would like to say "Hello"! 👀
We’re so happy to see players, new and old, showing their excitement for this season already, so we'd like to ask you all to join us tonight on the fan-run THE FINALS Reddit for an AMA with Rob, Gustav (Creative Director), Matt (Design Director), and Joakim (Lead Environmental Artist)! Me and @hybrid goblet will also be there, supporting the team!
Go submit your burning questions there now and join us live tonight from <t:1727884800:t> to <t:1727892000:t>!
https://www.reddit.com/r/thefinals/s/rifKOzzR71
As for World Tour stops, from now on we’ll start announcing them separately from patch notes, so stay tuned every Thursday for info about the current week’s twist, big or small! (yes, that means tomorrow!)
See you all in The Arena, Contestants!
<@&1011235012827422791>
eternal cypress
Hey Contestants
Welcome to the Second Stage of the ENGIMO OPEN!
This week’s event: FAMILY & FRIENDS
This week, you’ll get an extra boost for playing with friends and family! Party up before you hit the brackets and you’ll earn DOUBLE the XP for your in-game actions! Rack up the points while you can and enjoy the connectivity – brought to you by ENGIMO, beyond boundaries, within reach.
Best of luck in the Arena, contestants
<@&1011235012827422791>
PS: We are aware that the current ingame pop up is showing a 10% bonus XP, not the true 100%, but we're working on it!
frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
Unfortunately this week's update, Update 4.2, has been delayed until tomorrow!
We know you're all eagerly awaiting your ranked rewards from Season 3 which will be paid out with the update, we're super sorry that you will have to wait another day
I'll be back tomorrow with patch notes, world tour stop information & ranked rewards
~Oscar
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frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
Update 4.2 is here and it's bringing a bunch of new and exciting stuff, from a brand new event in** World Tour called Primetime Buff**, to a new community event, balance changes and bug fixes!
*First *- a word on the Season 3 Ranked Rewards:
We promised to deliver the Season 3 ranked rewards with update 4.2, and that is still what we are intending to do. However, given how important it is that this is handled correctly, we will not be handing them out right when the update happens.
We are actively working on dotting the last i’s and crossing the final t’s before we can push the button to hand out the rewards, and our ambition is that this will still happen during update 4.2. I will keep you all in the loop on when the rewards will be handed out!
Now, what is this "Primetime Buff" I mentioned? 👀
Primetime Buff is active in World Tour and it triggers when you or a teammate inserts a cash box into a cashout station, and it affects your whole team! When affected by Primetime Buff, you and your teammates receive +100 health over your typical max health (e.g. a Light player would go from a max of 150 to 250 health).
For more information on Primetime Buff, check out the patch notes: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/420
We're also kicking off the first Community Event of Season 4, where we challenge all of you to complete 10 million eliminations with the Season 4 weapons before time runs out. If you succeed, you will all earn the ENGIMO community-compliant .50 Akimbo’s! Best of luck, Contestants
There's also a bunch of balance changes and bug fixes included in this update, check them out over at #patch-notes!
Finally there's of course a brand new fully stocked store for you to check out, see the video below!
Welcome to update 4.2, Contestants. I'll see you in The Arena
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
It’s finally time to hand out the long-awaited ranked rewards from Season 3!
The reason it’s taken a bit of time is that we’ve performed a final sweep of our leaderboards to ensure that all players receive the reward they earned, fair and square. We also took some additional time to properly test the reward-flow multiple times, to ensure that everything works like it should.
The ranked experience during Season 3 wasn’t perfect, and we’ve honed in on several methods that we know impacted the integrity of the leaderboard.
We went through all matches and identified the games where players were affected by cheaters. Players who unfairly lost RS have been compensated and players who unfairly gained RS have been corrected. To clarify; finding yourself on a lower position now than before does not necessarily mean that you were corrected, rather, other people might have been compensated to a degree which put them above you on the leaderboard.
Alongside the rewards being handed out, we’re also publishing the final leaderboard for Season 3, so you can check out the outcome of our changes.
https://id.embark.games/leaderboards/s3
Running a live shooter is a constant learning journey, and we’re adamant to continue to improve the ranked experience, and ensure it’s both more fair and more fun in the future. Thanks so much to all of you who helped report cheaters, don’t stop!
Thank you all so much for being patient with us while we worked through this
I’ll see you all in The Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
After paying out the Season 3 Ranked rewards we've received feedback and concerns which led to us finding a potential issue with the new leaderboard. This will be investigated during the weekend, and we will update the leaderboards once more on Monday, if needed.
The missing Multibucks from the Season 3 World Tour will also be paid out on Monday!
We understand how important this is to get this correct, so thank you all for being patient with us as we work through this, we are very sorry for all the delays.
~Oscar
frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
I know many of you are eagerly waiting for your Multibucks from the World Tour of Season 3, and an update to the Ruby Rank rewards!
We're still working on sending out the Multibucks and the final re-calculation of the leaderboard, and we will be able to provide them tomorrow.
Thank you all again for being patient with us as we work on this, it's taken much longer than it should have and we are super sorry for that
In the meantime, what's better to pass the time than another episode of Community Highlights!? 👀
June and Scotty are back with more witty commentary to your submitted clips from Season 3 - we've got another few episodes to go through and then it's full steam ahead with Season 4!
I'll be back with an update tomorrow, and until then, I'll catch you all in The Arena! 🤝
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
I'm back with an update on the final leaderboard for Season 3, and the Multibucks from the Season 3 World Tour.
We are 99% done with all the work needed, but in order to not push multiple updates which risk something going wrong or breaking, we will be delivering all of this alongside the store update tomorrow.
This has taken far more time than we ever intended, and for that we are truly sorry. We will do our best to ensure that we don't wind up here again
However, even in times like these we can always count on our generous sponsor, ENGIMO, to keep us connected
ENGIMO - Beyond Boundaries, Within Reach.
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
Update 4.3 is now live!
Following today’s update we will be sending out the missing Multibucks from the Season 3 World Tour. If you made it to Bronze 4 last season, 50 Multibucks will be coming your way shortly - and - if you made it all the way to Gold 1 you can expect 250 Multibucks to find its way to your account.
Alongside the Multibucks, we will also be publishing one final Ranked leaderboard for Season 3, and with it, also hand out the last few rewards which were missing from that leaderboard as well.
The Community Event is still ongoing, but there's less than 24 hours remaining with 1.2 MILLION eliminations to go! 💢
Make sure to equip the Season 4 weapons and do your part to ensure that the community is rewarded with the ENGIMO community-compliant .50 Akimbo’s!
If you fall behind too much we might have to do a Community Stream tonight and work together to make it across the finish line 👀
You can check how the Community Event is going right here: https://id.embark.games/leaderboards/ce42
Now, let's check out the Store Update and head into The Arena!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
ETA for the Multibucks: <t:1729076400:t>
frank thistle
Hey again Contestants
The multibucks from the Season 3 World Tour have now been sent out, as have the last ranked rewards.
Thank you all for the patience shown while we worked through this entire situation. It took much longer than it should, and all of you showed us way more patience than we could have ever expected.
We are doing everything we can to ensure we do not wind up in a similar situation again, this was an awful experience for everyone - players and devs alike.
Now, let's head into The Arena and work on that community event!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
Welcome to the First Stage of the HOLTOW CLASSIC! 
This week the Arena is back to normal and HOLTOW are treating us to some classic, standard issue, Cashout Tournaments:
https://youtu.be/wIb0rt98SCY
As we thank ENGIMO for their generous sponsorship so far this season, we welcome HOLTOW to take the stage for the next three weeks. With HOLTOW’s insurance packages we feel certain that the World Tour is in excellent hands.
HOLTOW - Digitally Insured, Virtually Secured.
Community Event
The community barely scraped by, but you all pulled through in the end.
An incredible 10 MILLION eliminations were achieved using the Season 4 weapons, as a send off gift from our previous sponsors, the ENGIMO community-compliant .50 Akimbo’s will be sent out shortly.
Merch! 
The merch store at https://merch.reachthefinals.com/ will be re-stocking later today with brand new t-shirts featuring the Season 4 sponsors! Whether you are insured by HOLTOW, connected through ENGIMO or stylish thanks to ISEUL-T, there’s now a way for you to show off your allegiance in the meat space!
I’ll make an announcement in #server-announcements once the new items are live.
Now, let’s head into The Arena and tackle the first week of the HOLTOW CLASSIC!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
honest spire
Hey Contestants! 
As you find yourself in the Arena this week, don't forget to look up... 👁️
Don't think we forgot to prepare for Halloween next week - Update 4.4.0 brings some spookiness into THE FINALS!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bSL6aupZrU
Dress up in your most ghoulish get-up, send shivers down enemy contestants' virtual spines as an Underworld Outcast, and get trick-or-treating before the season ends! There may even be something in it for you next week...
This patch also ensures your experience of scaring your opponents is smoother with a bunch of bug fixes and balance changes, including the introduction of a system that'll reward you for environmental kills!
Go to #patch-notes to catch up with all the changes for this patch, and stay spooky 🦇 👻
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks--
We’ve seen much discussion about the Alien Bundle (which was part of the Season 1 Battle Pass) being available again. To start with, the Alien, Pumpkin head, and the Bat wings, are limited-time items only available during the Halloween seasonal event (but only the pumpkin was marked correctly, which we apologize for).
This is the first time we are doing something like this. The Battle Pass is designed to be an amazing deal on the key items of a season, one that is crazy affordable and also earns you enough money to get the next one, with some leftover. It’s a fun and affordable way to get the themed items of each season, either through playing actively or buying the battle pass pages.
We try to avoid using FOMO as a money-making tool as much as possible. We don’t think that is healthy, which is why store items often stay forever, and seasonal items might return! It’s also why we allow our items in bundles to be purchased individually if you don’t want the entire bundle.
We do have items that are meant as rewards for doing an amazing job during a season – things like Ruby, Diamond & Emerald rewards, for example – that you can only get by participating in a season and doing well! Those never return and cannot be purchased.
We brought the alien back and opted against making changes to the items, because we didn’t want those of you who already bought and earned it in Season 1 to feel tempted to purchase it again.
Additionally, there’s a strong, thematic reason for the Alien’s return at this time, which will become clearer tomorrow…
//Dusty
hybrid goblet
**Welcome to week 5 of the World Tour! **
We’re smack dab in the middle of the HOLTOW CLASSIC and this week’s theme is:** Cosmic Liability! **
You and your team will need to battle enemy teams and a beefed-up threat from above! Aliens have descended upon the arena, and this time, they mean business!
The UFOs will come earlier than usual, and now their anti-gravity beams can pick you up, drag you up into the air, and cause some damage! Watch out for their super-charged lasers, too!
The arena rotation for this week includes the following arenas, some with Halloween-themed decor:
👽 Skyway Stadium
👽 Vegas
👽 Spooky Monaco 👻
👽 Spooky Seoul 👻
HOLTOW - Digitally Insured, Virtually Secured
Good luck out there, yolks!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
Update 4.5 is now live!
We’ve got an all-new event with 27 collectible rewards and an explosive addition to the World Tour maps starting tomorrow, sponsored by HOLTOW, who reminds you to carve your pumpkins with extreme caution! 
We’re also introducing a new dizzying feature, the Wheel!
The Wheel is something we’ve never seen before in THE FINALS! We realized that we could not be the World's greatest game show without a flashy wheel of amazing prizes!
The event goes live right now, and will be live for two full weeks - so make sure you hop in right now, work your way through those contracts, and…
SPIN.
THAT.
WHEEL!
Do you know what makes this Halloween event extra scary? 👻
We’ve never done anything like this before. We want to keep finding new ways to reward and amuse you while keeping the game new and fun! Because this is so new, we would love your feedback on this event. So when it’s over, we’ll ask you to fill out a short survey about your experience.
And, for those of you fighting for the top 500, this week, we are enabling Ruby on the Ranked Leaderboard!
Make sure to read up on all the details about the Wheel, and all the other changes coming in this update, in #patch-notes
Now, let's take a look at what the spooky store has in stock for us, and then head in-game to SPIN. THAT. WHEEL!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey hey Contestants!
As many of you have pointed out, there's contracts live right now that are related to dealing damage, and getting eliminations, with jack-o-lanterns! 🎃
These contracts were supposed to go live with the new World Tour event tomorrow, so you can't actually make progress on these contracts right now - super sorry about that
We'll be back tomorrow with more spooky news, and, pumpkins!
frank thistle
**HAPPY HALLOWEEN, CONTESTANTS! **
This week, HOLTOW has pulled out all the stops, dimmed the lights, and turned the Arena into a place where things go bump in the night…things like Pumpkins that explode on impact, so keep your gourd up! 🎃
We hope you’ll have a ghoulishly good time destroying the Arena and smashing pumpkins to delight the fans and take out the competition! 👻
***The Arena’s this week are waiting for you. Enter, if you dare: ***
👻 Spooky Kyoto
👻 Spooky Horizon
👻 Spooky Monaco
👻 Spooky Seoul
HOLTOW – We know what you fear. Fear not.
See you in The Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
Hope you've all had a fantastic Halloween so far, and that you're Friday is off to an amazing start!
Just got a couple of quick announcements for you today
An even Spookier Halloween!
We’ve seen how much everyone has been enjoying the Halloween themed maps in World Tour, and wanted them to be in more game modes - and now they are!
We just pushed an update which enables the Halloween maps in all casual game modes, so now you can experience the spookiness regardless of which game mode you enjoy the most 👻
Two notes on this, Ranked Tournament will not be receiving the Halloween maps and the Jack-o-Lanterns are only available in World Tour as they are part of the Trick or Treat event! 🎃
Halloween Drip Competition
Remember to check out the #🎃┇halloween-drip-submissions channel and submit your spookiest oufits, just make sure they are drippy.. maybe drippy with ooze?
There's multibucks on the line, so get your fright on!
A quick technical heads-up:
The latest version of Windows is incompatible with some versions of Easy Anti Cheat, which can lead to THE FINALS and other affected games not launching. Therefore we recommend that you do not update Windows at this time.
You can read more about it here:
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/release-health/status-windows-11-24h2#263msgdesc
Have a terrifyingly spooky Halloween weekend, Contestants!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
Update 4.6 is now live!
It’s halftime in The Arena and we bid our second sponsor, HOLTOW, farewell and Thank You for the generous sponsorship this season!
ISEUL-T are next in line and have some big shoes to fill following last week’s Trick or Treat event in the World Tour - but if anyone can do it, and in a grandiose fashion, it’s ISEUL-T.
ISEUL-T ON TOP
Don't forget to keep spinning the wheel! Ticket drops end on the 13th but the event will stay live until the 15th, giving you time to spend your tickets and pick up a few last items in peace. Good luck!
This week we are bringing you some balance changes, reducing the effective range of both the Healing Beam and the Sword, while adjusting the Pike-556 to have a clearer ranged identity. There’s also a boatload of bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements coming your way, with everything from a fix for beards clipping through headwear to some much-needed performance improvements for XBOX. Oh, and the Riot Shield can no longer catch on fire - neat!
Worried about what to do when the sun goes dark? Thanks to this week’s store update, and HOLTOW’s generous Insurance Set - you don’t need to worry
Read all about this week's patch notes in #patch-notes
Now, let's take a look at what the store has in.. store(?) for us and get ready to hop into The Arena!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
**Passion for Fashion? **
Today we usher in the ISEUL-T Cup, a new leg of the World Tour sponsored by ISEUL-T!
They’ve cleaned up the arenas from last week's chaotic, frightful, spooky season and are offering us stylish arenas with standard cashout rules!
Here are this week’s Arenas:
Fortune Stadium
Monaco
Skyway Stadium
Vegas
* ISEUL-T – be ANYONE. be EVERYONE. be ISEUL-T. *
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
Update 4.7 is here!
While we are saying goodbye to all things Halloween, the wheel will remain for 2 more days to give everyone a chance to redeem their last tickets,. Additionally we will be handing out tickets to those affected by a rare issue where they would not earn tickets on contract completion shortly after the update is out.
This week it's time to suit up with The Synthsprawler to bring some futuristic flair to the Arena, and if you are a fan of the .50 Akimbo, and are interested in some playful fun, take a look at the Playtime Payload Set!
That's all for this week, let's take a look at the video and then hop back into The Arena!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Let’s get ready for the Runway, Contestants!
Welcome to Fashion Week! The ISEUL-T Cup continues with a passion for fashion! Dress to impress this week and submit your best look for the chance to win a prize!
We’re partnering with r/TheFinalsRunway to celebrate this community’s incredible fashion sense and boundless creativity. In true ISEUL-T fashion, we’re challenging you all to be ANYBODY, be EVERYBODY, be ISEUL-T. We will be rewarding the top 25 most fashionable contestants with everything from merch to multibucks, but more information on this in #server-announcements soon!
***Stomp the catwalk in this week’s Arenas: ***
Fortune Stadium
Horizon
Skyway Stadium
Kyoto
ISEUL-T – be ANYONE. be EVERYONE. be ISEUL-T.
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
WORLD TOUR REWARDS ANNOUNCEMENT
We’ve made it quite a way through Season 4 and, as some of you have been pointing out, it is high-time we announce the rewards for Season 4’s World Tour!
Just like last season we’re back with a whole arsenal of glistening, Emerald items that are up for grabs if you are up for the challenge - let’s go through them all tier-by-tier!
Emerald 4:
Emerald 4 Player Card Badge
S4 Emerald Sticker
Emerald 3:
Emerald 3 Player Card Badge
S4 Emerald Sticker
S4 Emerald Gun Charm
Emerald XP-54
Emerald 2:
Emerald 2 Player Card Badge
S4 Emerald Sticker
S4 Emerald Gun Charm
S4 Emerald Player Card Background
Emerald XP-54
Emerald FCAR
Emerald 1:
Emerald 1 Player Card Badge
S4 Emerald Sticker
S4 Emerald Gun Charm
S4 Emerald Player Card Background
Emerald XP-54
Emerald FCAR
Emerald Sledgehammer
Also, for you ranked enjoyers out there, this is also a good time to mention that we've added a player card background AND a clavicle badge for those of you who hit Diamond and Ruby!
So now you also have even more ways to show off your achievements in THE FINALS!
Now that we all know exactly what’s at stake this season it’s time we hop back into The Arena, jump into World Tour and start earning those Win Points!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
honest spire
Happy Wednesday, Contestants!
Shred, forge, and fix your way to victory with Update 4.8.0! 🎸
In the new Store update, Death by Rhodents invite you to head-BANG your way to victory with the Sledgehammer electric guitar - but we've also got something for those who prefer a subtle futuristic style.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZoraoYX2CLA
This update also brings fixes and quality-of-life changes, including a fix to the "interrupt steal" contract and Cashboxes escaping the bounds on Monaco, a Flashbang accessibility option, and more.** ➡️ Check #patch-notes to learn more!**
Don't forget:** tomorrow kicks off Week 3 of the ISEUL-T Cup **- stay tuned for tomorrow's community event! 🔥
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
A quick update to the reward announcement from a couple days ago-
As you have noticed in-game, the Sledgehammer is actually the weapon skin rewarded for Emerald 2, not Emerald 1! I was incorrect in my previous announcement - super sorry about that
Here's the correct order of Emerald weapon skins:
Emerald 3 - Emerald XP-54
Emerald 2 - Emerald Sledgehammer
Emerald 1 - Emerald FCAR
See you in The Arena!
~Oscar
frank thistle
Hey (again) Contestants!
Two more announcement from me;
As many of you pointed out, there's no music in the game after the update!
We have a fix incoming tomorrow which will fix that, but until then, you'll have to enjoy a quieter arena - sorry!
Also, starting with the daily reset tomorrow the daily contracts will refresh at the same time as our other resets, like World Tour and circuits! This means they will reset at <t:1732096800:t> going forward!
With that out of the way - let's dive back into The Arena!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
maiden prawn
ohh, that's boring... so let's listen to Carl and Almström for a while instead then... ROCK ON.!
frank thistle
High-Fashion has never soared this high!
ISEUL-T are rounding out their sponsorship for this season by raising the stakes cashouts to brand new heights! This week our arenas are painted in ISEUL-T’s signature colors and will feature Suspended Structures and Moving Platforms!
Additionally we’re kicking off a brand new community event where we’re challenging all of you to successfully steal 600.000 cashouts within the last minute of a match! The intensity has never been higher in The Arena.
We've also included a fix which brings back the music to THE FINALS! So no more silence in The Arena, we're back to normal!
Get ready to show off your style and stylish plays in these Arenas:
Monaco
Skyway Stadium
Kyoto
Seoul
* ISEUL-T – be ANYONE. be EVERYONE. be ISEUL-T. *
~Oscar
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hybrid goblet
It wouldn’t be THE FINALS without a leak…
We are super excited for season 5, and sometimes a bit trigger-happy! This time, it wasn't even Rob!
A work in progress version of the key art for Season 5 accidentally leaked earlier today, so we want to show you the proper, finished one in all its glory!
We can’t wait to share more about Season 5 with all of you soon!
<@&1011235012827422791> forgot to ping
frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
Update 4.9 is here!
We're approaching the end of the season and to help all Contestants across the finish line this week's update is adding the FANFARE - enjoy 200% XP for Daily Contracts and up to 150% bonus XP and Fans earned for gameplay until the end of Season 4!
This update also brings various bug fixes, and a much requested damage nerf to the Model 1887.
We also have a fully stocked store where you can suit up in the Smashquaker, OSPUZE themed, roller derby set or hit the bamboo jungles of Kyoto in the Savage Spots or Swift Stripes sets! 🦓
Check out the patch notes in #patch-notes
And the store update below!
See you in The Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Everyone!
We're aware of an issue affecting matchmaking right now, making the queue times very long and causing matchmaking related error messages.
Team is investigating right now.
I'll be back once I know more!
Hey again Friends!
We've found what caused the issue, fixed it and the solution is currently being rolled out!
This means everyone should be back in the game soon
Sorry for this issue, thank you all for being so quick with reporting it!
~Oscar
frank thistle
**Hello Contestants! **
We're aware that there's currently an issue which is preventing players from entering the game.
Team is hard at work figuring out what happened, I'll be back as soon as I hear anything! 🙏
~Oscar
HEY AGAIN!
We're back! Sorry for the downtime everyone!
~Oscar
frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
Slightly late is better than never and I’ve got a bunch of announcements coming through right now, let's dig in!
First off, today we’re introducing the Sponsor Showdown!
It’s the last two weeks of the Season and our sponsors are battling it out to see who can control the Arena, map by map!
Contribute to the battle and promote your Sponsor by earning fans in the Sponsor Showdown! Any map you play across all modes will help your sponsor earn more ad space in the Arena. The look and branding of each map can be altered, based on the outcome of your matches. Whicever sponsor has earned the most fans in a map will color that map in their signature colors!
Time to paint the town blue, green, or orange! The Sponsors are counting on you!
Secondly, today we’ve released a system which compensates players who’ve lost Rank Score due to losing to player's who've violated our Fair Play Guidelines. It also removes Rank Score from players who have partied up with said players, and gained rank score unjustly by doing so. (updated this text for a bit more clarity)
Lastly, but certainly not least - You Completed the Community Event!!
As always the event came down to the wire, but with a couple of hours to spare - you successfully completed 600.000 stolen cashouts in the last minute of a game. Talk about intense competition! To those who partook in the event, the reward will be sent out tomorrow.
Now - let’s jump into The Arena and make sure to make our Sponsors proud in the Sponsor Showdown!
ISEUL-T ON TOP!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
eternal cypress
Hello contestants!
The Steam Awards 2024 are underway, so don’t forget to vote for your favorites!
For all of you that nominated THE FINALS, thank you for the love and support We’re always grateful for this amazing community!
frank thistle
Calling All Content Creators!
Wanna go hands-on early with Season 5?
We’re at the end of Season 4 and we’re full speed ahead into Season 5, and with it - we’re running another Preview Event!
If you’re interested in participating, make sure to fill out the survey below and we’ll be reaching out:
https://forms.gle/FJiq9PrbjgqboTtFA
<@&1011234989993644033> <@&1011235029252313099>
frank thistle
**Hello Contestants! **
We've seen the reports about the servers being down, we are aware and investigating it right now!
As soon as I learn anything I will let you all know more!
~Oscar
frank thistle
**Hey again! **
The issue affecting the game has been resolved now and you should not be having any further issues!
We're super sorry for the downtime
~Oscar
frank thistle
Contestants.
Are you ready?
Season 5. December 12.
It's time for the Next Stage.
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/s5teaser
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frank thistle
Come celebrate our one year anniversary!
*Hey Contestants! *
THE FINALS is turning one year old this weekend, and that means that we should celebrate! 
Tune in live for an anniversary stream on https://twitch.tv/thefinals on Saturday the 7th at <t:1733587200:t>, featuring everything from a fun show-match between some of your favorite content creators, to a competitive showdown between some of THE FINALS best of the best! We’ll also talk a bit about Season 5 and the competitive future of THE FINALS!
It’s hard to believe it’s already been one year of THE FINALS.
Watching all of you explore our game has been an incredible experience, and we are so thankful for all of you who have stayed with us throughout the seasons.
Set your calendars, tune in - and let’s celebrate our birthday!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
The Final update of Season 4 is here!
As we say goodbye to Season 4 of THE FINALS, we want to thank you all for making it unforgettable. Your creativity, competitive spirit, and support have made the Arenas come alive, turning THE FINALS into the world’s greatest game show! While it’s bittersweet to close this chapter, we’re thrilled about what’s next—check out our Season 5 blog for a sneak peek!
Also, remember to join us for the Anniversary Showdown on December 7th, a live-streamed celebration of our first year of THE FINALS, there's a Discord event you can sign up for so you don't miss out!
Before we leap into the future, don’t miss out on the last store update of Season 4, featuring glistening items to commemorate this amazing chapter.
Also, some information for those of you currently fighting your way through ranked: the ranked season will end on <t:1733988600:f>.
An in-game timer has been added today to reflect that, as well.
Thank you for being an integral part of THE FINALS community – we can’t wait to see you in the Anniversary Showdown and beyond!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
With one week remaining until Season 5 we're heading into week 2 of the Sponsor Showdown!
Will HOLTOW maintain their lead? Will ISEUL-T manage to catch up? Are ENGIMO preparing for the comeback of the century? 👀
Let's truly inspire the sponsors with our gameplay this last week, and may the best sponsor win! 😤
Also, remember to set your calendars for the anniversary stream on Saturday, and sign up for the preview event if you're a content creator! 🙏
See you Saturday, Contestants! 🤝
~Oscar
hybrid goblet
Welp.
I am here to say that we’re so sorry that we tricked you with the promise of juicy info, and did not deliver! The trick was not intentional, just bad communication between our departments during a pretty hectic time.
We’re so incredibly sorry for those of you who rearranged your sleep schedules to watch, but also grateful for the way you showed up for us today!
Rest assured, we have much more to give in just a few days! The Anniversary Showdown on Saturday, on Monday we’ll host a preview event that will offer you a glimpse of real gameplay from your favorite creators, and we still have the *actual *trailer for Season 5 getting its final polish! We’ve got pages of patch notes in the works, and a whole new season to look forward to on Dec 12th!
Once again, please accept my sincere apologies on behalf of the whole team.
//Dusty
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hybrid goblet
Hello, yolks!
Yesterday didn’t go down so well and we know it wasn’t the reveal you were hoping for. To make it up to you, we’re sharing something special a little early—a video from one of our generous Season 5 sponsors. Originally planned for next week, we thought you deserved something exciting today given the circumstances
Now, let’s talk about tomorrow’s big celebration:
THE FINALS is about to turn one! 🎉
Please join our hosts Oscar and THiiXY on <t:1733587200:F> on Twitch.tv/thefinals for a live stream celebrating the incredible first year of THE FINALS!
The event will feature exciting matches, familiar faces, and plenty of fun as we come together to rejoice in the past year of thrilling moments, creative gameplay, and the amazing support you’ve shown us since launch.
This milestone wouldn’t be possible without you, and we can’t wait to celebrate it together. Set your reminders, join the party, and let’s look back on an unforgettable year! 🎂✨
Helps a lot if I give you the video and ping before I hit send!
//Dusty
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hybrid goblet
The Anniversary Showdown is about to begin! Come and join our celebration of 1 year of THE FINALS with Oscar and THiiXY!
With the help of some of our favorite content creators and amazing players, we’ll do show rounds and matches, look back on a year of fun, and show the world that year one was only the beginning!
Thank you for being here with us, being a part of this amazing journey (so far), and ring in year 2 of the World’s Greatest Gameshow!
Tune in and watch on:
twitch.tv/THEFINALS or on our YouTube Live!
It’s Showtime!
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Road to esports starts now.
See you in 2025!
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
Don't miss out on tonight's (<t:1733763600:t>) LIVE Preview Event of Season 5!
https://discord.gg/thefinals?event=1315634870231371806
The season launches on December 12th, but tonight you'll be able to catch us and a whole bunch of your favorite Content Creators live with Season 5!
We'll be live on Youtube and Twitch.tv, do not miss out.
https://www.twitch.tv/thefinals
https://www.youtube.com/@reachthefinals/streams
See you there, Contestants!
<@&1011235029252313099> <@&1011234989993644033>
hybrid goblet
The countdown has begun!
The Season 5 Trailer for THE FINALS will premiere on YouTube soon. This will be the first-ever glimpse of the upcoming season—Join the countdown party here on Youtube now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSbUS-i0D_Q
Want more? **Join the Preview Event! **
Oscar and your favorite content creators will be streaming at <t:1733763600:t> for our exclusive Preview Event! You can get a live look at the new map, weapons, gadgets, and more for 3 whole hours. Watch as top creators showcase Season 5 gameplay for the very first time.
Twitch Drops are live
Be sure to tune in on Twitch during the event to earn the Twitch Drops from any account streaming THE FINALS! Twitch Drops end tonight
Season 5 launches December 12th
See you there, Contestants!
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
SEASON 5 OF THE FINALS STARTS NOW!
The spotlight is on, and Season 5 of THE FINALS begins right now!
This isn’t just another season—it’s a celebration of an unforgettable year since THE FINALS launched!
Over four thrilling seasons, we’ve redefined competition in the ultimate game show. Now, it’s time for the Next Stage.
Check #patch-notes for the details.
Welcome to Season 5, Contestants!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello Season 5 enjoyers!
We're aware that some people have not received their Season 4 ranked and World Tour rewards. We're working on a solution for this issue and will make sure everyone is given their rewards as soon as possible!
Sorry for the hassle!
//Dusty
UPDATE: the fix has been deployed!
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
The Season 5 Battle Pass video is here!
We're excited to introduce pages and pages of S5-themed rewards that you can unlock by jumping into the Arenas!
As a side note, we're a team of tired but happy developers in the house today! Thank you for showing up and celebrating this new Season with us!
It's about time to go home and we're all itching to hop in the game and play! See you in there, contestants!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791> <@&1011235029252313099>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants,
As many of you have noticed, our club feature is having some issues - unfortunately something went horribly wrong and all Clubs with 50/50 members are gone.
This means that you will unfortunately have to re-create your club if it is now missing.
We have already implemented steps to prevent this from happening again - but for this situation we do not have a better solution to offer.
We are super sorry about all of this, its not how we wanted to kick off season 5
Thank you for being with us for this season and all of the first year
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
It’s time for the first update of Season 5, and it’s a good one; Introducing the Snowball Blitz!
For the coming two weeks you’ll be able to take part in a good ol’ fashioned Snowball Fight! Team up for a head-to-head snow brawl in this 5v5 TDM-style fight for victory. The first team to reach 30K wins and the only way to earn cash is through eliminations! ☃️
There’s fixed loadouts, but everyone is bringing snowballs to the battle.
Let’s keep this fight clean and fun: no rocks, no ice, no telling mom, and don’t aim for the eyes! 🤝
We’ve also got some bug fixes and balances coming your way this week! Most notably, we’ve removed the Lockbolt Launcher’s ability to latch onto objectives, for now. We’ve had a lot of fun this week launching the Cashbox into outer space and dragging the Cashout Station through the streets of Bernal, but this functionality might be a bit too strong.
Now, let’s hop into The Arena and get frosty in the Snowball Blitz!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Merry Mayhem, Contestants!
Through VAIIYA's generous sponsorship, we've secured an appropriately regulated amount of Juletide cheer in the World Tour this week! 🎅
Dash through the snow and deck the competition with strategically placed snowballs (packed with an extra bit of stopping power)!
Get cozy with your team in our fully-decorated, Jultide Arenas:
Juletide Las Vegas
Juletide Bernal
Juletide Kyoto
Juletide Monaco
We’ve been told that our sponsor has connections in high places, so hop into World Tour or VAIIYA might make sure you get put on the naughty list! ☃️
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
Oscar coming through with some announcements and a brand new episode of the Season 4 highlights!
First off let's dig into the announcements;
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We are sending out a second wave of the "welcome to season 5"-email today to those of you who didn't get it so that you'll also be able to get the anniversary t-shirt!
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We've seen that the "hit X enemies with carriables, cashbox or decryption key"-contract isn't working, and we will aim to have it swapped out by the next update on the 26th - super sorry about that one!
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We're taking part in the Winter sale on Steam, xbox and Playstation!
During these events, the Metro Drift Set ($19.99) will be available at a 20% discount on their respective platforms;
💻 Steam Winter Sale: December 19 – January 2
PlayStation Holiday Sale: December 20 – January 6
Xbox: December 24 – 30 -
As many of you have noticed Scotty and June occasionally shouts out outstanding players from previous seasons, but, they've been a bit too excited about doing so and they are shouting them out way more often than we intended. We are going to look into a temporary fix for this, and then make improvements as a whole for the future!
With all of those announcements out of the way, let's hop into the latest episode of the Season 4 Highlights: There Can Only Be One!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
Voting is now open for the Steam Awards 2024, and we’re honoured to be nominated - and the category at least fits me personally 😂
Thank you all so much for supporting THE FINALS this year
Vote for us right here: https://store.steampowered.com/steamawards/2024
Onwards to 2025, Contestants!
~Oscar & The Team
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks–
In Sweden, we say “god fortsättning” at this time of year, which means “Happy continuing” of the holiday season! Soon it’s time to ring in the New Year, so we’ve prepared a new shop and a new stop on on the World Tour for you!
We also managed a few fixes, which you can read about here at https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/520
These changes include a fix for the broken, experimental voice line that repeatedly mentioned the same player. It should be safe to turn the commentators back on now. This was meant to play once in a blue moon with a various selection of names, so it is safe to say something went wrong!
For the new World Tour stop, Boost Protocol, you can hop in and play with your friends for an extra XP boost, and check out the special SyS$Horizon Arena which has been taken over by VAIIYA in celebration of their final week as the official Sponsor!
Happy Holidays, my friends!
//Dusty
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hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks!
In today’s update, we say goodbye to Snowball Blitz and hello to the ISEUL-T Cup!
This is the final update of the holiday season, and we want to send heartfelt thanks to all of our contestants who joined us in a snowball fight and gave us a little extra time to enjoy the holiday season with our near and dear. Happy 2025!
This week we have a store update, we’re removing Snowball Blitz, and we’re embarking on the next leg of the World Tour: The ISEUL-T Cup!
You can read the notes at https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/530
Here’s to the New Year and all the exciting things that are yet to come!
//Dusty
Forgot to ping you all! <@&1011235012827422791>
One more quick one: We notice that the contracts are locked for this new World Tour. That is not intentional, but we have a people working on it right now to get it fixed! Sorry for the troubles!
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hey All--
The contracts should now be open! Sorry for the delay.
We have also removed the “Hit 15 opponents with arena carriable” contract for people who had partial progress and were stuck on it. The last fix only removed it from the rotation for people who had no progress, now it should be gone for everyone (unless you were able to successfully complete the contract).
If you still see it as new or partially completed, please let us know. 🙏
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks–
Update 5.4 is now live on every platform except for Xbox. We have not been able to perform the release on Xbox due to a bug, and we are working with Microsoft now to get this fixed. Currently, if you are an XBOX player, you will not be able to play crossplay and the World Tour is temporarily down. We’re actively working now and waiting for the fix to get things back up and running for our Xbox community. We’re so sorry for this delay.
For the rest of you, you should now be able to play the next stop on the World Tour: Time to Shine! This is the second week of the ISEUL-T Cup and our sponsors are illuminating the Arena with spotlights that shine bright over every active Cashout Station! Bask in the glow of this light to earn additional fans while you defend, attack, or just strike a pose! Your time in the limelight will be rewarding!
You can head over to https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/540 to read all about the bug fixes going in to this week’s update!
Once again, hang tight Xbox friends, we are hopeful for a speedy resolution!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Update!
We have now been able to push the 5.4 update through to Xbox! Our Xbox players should start seeing the update within the next hour. Whew!
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and situational gifs and memes
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks!
You may have noticed the leaderboard has had a ruby-studded facelift today and will now include the Season 5 Ruby rank for Ranked Tournaments! You can check out the top contestants in-game and over on Embark ID right now: https://id.embark.games/the-finals/leaderboards/s5
Good luck out there and see you in the Arena!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
Store Update 5.5 is now live!
Get ready to be the life of the party with all the items in this week's store rotation!
From discoball-head-person to piñata - it's time to get festive
We're also deploying some additional fixes to some contracts which were not working as intended;
🔸 Hit opponents [x] times with arena carriables, cash boxes or the decryption key
🔸 Earn 20,000 cash in one round, 4 times in Cashout Modes
🔸 Play 3 matches of World Tour or Bank It
That's all for this week - I'll see you all in The Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
It's time for the last stop of ISEUL-T's generous sponsorship, and as usual, they are going out in style!
This week, your team will be rewarded with some extra cash for showing off by emoting near a cashout that your team starts, steals, or completes! 
A dance floor appears whenever a player;
🔸 Opens a vault
🔸 Starts a cashout
🔸 Steals a cashout
🔸 Completes a cashout
When the dance floor appears you have 5 seconds to strike a pose, and hold that pose for at least 2 seconds - doing so awards your team with $1000. Everyone in your team can do it - so make sure to coordinate your best moves and maximize that cash!
Let’s get ready to strike our boldest poses, and rack up that bonus cash!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Happy Saturday, Yolks!
A big thank you to all the OCE players who alerted us to an issue with matchmaking in the OCE servers! We've been working to find the root of the issue and have just deployed a fix! You should be able to queue for games once again! No update is needed but if you are currently queuing you may want to restart the process.
Thank you for letting us know so it could be fixed!
EDIT: Updating to add that this fix has also solved issues in SA servers, XBOX players who have crossplay turned off, and other configs that may have been experiencing matchmaking issues
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Adding a quick note to this but with no ping so it isn't annoying....
Our inbox system also has a critical bug, so you may be getting the same message 1-50 times in a row. To prevent this, we've turned it off while it gets fixed. Sorry for the spam!
//Dusty
frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
Update 5.6 is now live!
The power levels are at an all-time high in The Arena this week as DISSUN unveils its newest advertisement in preparation for its takeover of the World Tour starting tomorrow. The fuel company has a lot in store for you, so get ready to celebrate Lunar New Year in a powerful way, as a brand-new throwable takes center stage in the festively decorated Arena! (starting tomorrow, in the World Tour)
We also have a fully stocked store this week, featuring a full DISSUN set for all DISSUN enthusiasts out there
Also, there's a brand new DLC featuring the IVADA Cataclysm Set which comes with 2400 Multibucks!
The update also comes with a bunch of bug fixes, and some changes to respawns in Quick Cash & Cashout.
Check out the changes in #patch-notes 👀
Now, let's get ready to take The Arena in a powerful way.
DISSUN - FUEL. FIRE. POWER.
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hotfix 5.6.1
Hey Contestants!
We’re publishing a PC only hotfix to solve an issue where players with an outdated driver were unable to play the game.
This means that PC players will need to update their game.
Thank you for all the reports on this issue and for your patience while we solved it 🙏
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
We've got a brand new DLC bundle this week as well:
Introducing the IVADA Cataclysm Set
Set yourself apart in The Arena with the latest innovations from our generous sponsor IVADA.
~Oscar
<@&1011235029252313099>
frank thistle
Happy Lunar New Year, Contestants!
It's time for a brand new stop in the World Tour, and DISSUN are leading the charge with our "Light the Way" event!
This week Healing Barrels can be found scattered around The Arenas - which can be thrown at allies (and foes!) for a burst of healing, before leaving behind a healing mist. 
The Stage has also been set, and the maps have been dressed for the occasion! You'll find that the following maps have been dressed in Lunar New Year decor:
🔸 Seoul
🔸 Fortune Stadium
🔸 Las Vegas
🔸 Monaco
And don't forget to check out the Snake Charmer Set now in the store! 🐍
It’s time for the year of the Snake! New year - new tactics!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Legends, Relics, and a Fixed Contract!
Store Update 5.7 is now live
This store update introduces a certain hairy legend to The Arena with the Hairy Hiker Set, and some sweet ancient firepower for our grenade launchers with the Sunstone Set!
We're also looking ahead to 5.8 which will be our mid-season balance patch complete with key adjustments to the overall game balance.
On the fixes side, we’ve removed the ‘Eliminate 5 opponents from 30 meters or more using gadgets’ contract, as it wasn’t tracking properly.
If you had this contract, you've now been assigned a new one!
That’s all for this one, let’s suit up and get back in The Arena!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Time for some Classic Cashout, Contestants!
No twists. No tricks. Just pure, unfiltered competition.
DISSUN continues on the World Tour, and this week, they want to see raw skill on full display!
No special modifiers this time. Just you, your squad, and the standard tournament rules.
The Arenas of this week:
🔸 Kyoto (Winter)
🔸 Seoul
🔸 Monaco (Winter)
🔸 Las Vegas
It’s time to prove who truly reigns supreme when the playing field is level.
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Mid-Season Update 5.8 is Live!
Welcome to this love filled mid-season update, Contestants!
We've arrived at the heart of the season and it's got some exciting events, a lot of balance changes and a ton of bug fixes to make THE FINALS just that much better
First off, it's time to spin the Wheel of Love!
The wheel makes a return with some changes, this time, if you land on a duplicate item you'll receive a partial ticket. Collect 4 parts to earn a new ticket to spin the wheel again! If you complete the whole wheel, you get the Arena Amorator Outfit! 💌
While on the topic, make sure to hop into The Arena tomorrow for the Love Hurts World Tour event. It brings heart-pounding action with an explosive touch 👀
Reddit AMA Incoming (Feb 19)!
Make sure to join us on https://reddit.com/r/thefinals on February 19th for an AMA with myself, Rob, Dusty and members of the Game Team! More information to follow 🫡
Stun Gun Rework on the Horizon
We hear you loud and clear: the Stun Gun needs some love (the other kind, not the Valentine’s kind). We’re got some plans for this gadget and will give you more insight about the road ahead in Update 5.10.0
What about Today!?
Alongside all the announcement above we're rolling out a hefty batch of balance changes, weapon tweaks, and bug fixes. From adjustments to the Lockbolt Launcher and Cashout mechanics to performance boosts and UI improvements, there's something for everyone. Charge N' Slam reduced damage, increased damage on the Pike-556, a buffed Cerberus and some quality of life changes to the CL-40 - just to mention a few!
Make sure to dive into all the details in #patch-notes
With all of that out of the way, let's check out this week's videos and then straight into The Arena!
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Will you be my Valentine's, Contestants?
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey again Contestants!
We've got Valentine's themed ***Twitch Drops live right now! ***
Tune in at https://www.twitch.tv/directory/category/the-finals and watch any of your favorite THE FINALS Content Creators to earn these items!
*What do I get, and how long do I have to watch? 👀 *
Heartfelt Tribute Gun-Charm: 60 Minutes
I Player 1 T-Shirt: 90 Minutes
I Player 2 T-Shirt: 120 Minutes
Also, we'll be live tonight at <t:1738774800:t> for another Community Stream!
Make sure to have the Social Updates role enabled so you get all the info in #social-updates 🙏
Happy Valentine's, Contestants!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Love Hurts!
Roses are red, violets are blue, get eliminated and drop a bomb or two!
This week, DISSUN is celebrating Valentine’s Day with an explosive twist because nothing says love like an explosion!
During this stop, eliminated contestants will leave behind a heart-shaped bomb, ready to be scooped up and sent flying. Toss it quickly before it detonates and let your opponents feel the heartbreak!
This week's Arenas:
💖 Kyoto Wintery Valentine’s Day
💖 Seoul Valentine's Day
💖 Skyway Stadium Valentine's Day
💖 Las Vegas Valentine's Day
*Along with this Word Tour update, we also have two bug fixes to add: *
🔸 Fixed a bug where players would sometimes end up in the wrong server region
🔸 Removed the ‘Eliminate 5 opponents from 30 meters or more using gadgets’ contract, as it is not working
Whether you’re spreading the love or dodging it, one thing’s for sure: heartbreak hits harder this Valentine’s! 💔
See you in The Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
XP Fixed!
Hey Contestants!
As many of you have noticed and pointed out, our Wheel of Love contracts are a bit stingy when it comes to XP!
We have just begun rolling out an update to fix this. It is already live on consoles and will be live on PC in a bit (as Steam is having some issues that prevent us from updating). Once live, the Wheel of Love contracts will be adjusted to give you the same amount of total daily XP as the normal daily contracts would have!
Do note that if you update the game on console, before the update is live on Steam, you will not be able to get crossplay matches.
We’re just over halfway through the season, Contestants! Let's ready up, don our most romantic outfits, and hop back into the Arena 🤝
And remember - Love Hurts! 💔
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
**Hey again Contestants! **
The update mentioned above is now live on PC as well! 🙏
~Oscar
frank thistle
Hey again, again, Contestants!
Yesterday we introduced an issue with destruction where things in the map would appear destroyed, but not actually be destroyed.
For example, you would see a hole in a wall - but not be able to shoot or move through it.
We've just pushed live a server fix which aims to solve this issue!
Have a lovely Friday, Contestants!
~Oscar
hybrid goblet
Hello yolks!
Update 5.9.0 is here and along with the usual store update, we also have a few small tweaks and an announcement about the balance cadence.
Starting with Season 6, we’re shifting to a roughly 3-week balance update schedule. This should create a better experience for both players and our dev team, allowing for more consistent refinements. Major balance shifts will still happen at the start of each season, but balance tweaks will now be more frequent throughout.
Expect smaller, more frequent updates for the rest of Season 5 as we transition to this new approach. We appreciate your patience and feedback, it helps us continue improving the game for everyone.
If you want to read the full statements, head over to https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/590
And for the abridged notes, check out #patch-notes
Also, tune in tonight when @frank thistle takes to Twitch to stream with you and break some hearts! Assuming he has no technical difficulties (🤞🤞🤞) we can expect him to go live at <t:1739379600:T>.
See you in the Arena (have mercy on me)!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
mossy sphinx
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<@&1011235012827422791>
mossy sphinx
<@&1011235012827422791>
mossy sphinx
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frank thistle
**Update 5.10 is now Live! **
Hey Contestants!
In this update, the Stun Gun has been temporarily removed as we begin a full rework to refine its role as a true crowd control tool. This change is aimed at improving gameplay balance, especially for new players. Check this dev-note for more details:
*"The Stun Gun has long been a major pain point for players. Despite multiple adjustments, it remains overly punishing for those on the receiving end.
The gadget was always intended to be primarily for crowd control. However, it instead functions too often as a tool to secure a kill, leaving little room for counterplay. This is especially problematic for new players, as early encounters with the Stun Gun can be frustrating enough to impact their experience and desire to continue playing. To keep the game engaging and fair for all, we need to fix this.
After careful evaluation, we’ve made the call to fully rework the Stun Gun. Our goal is to refine its mechanics, visuals, and overall clarity so that when encountered in the Arena, its role is clear, fair, and impactful. To do this properly, we’re temporarily removing the Stun Gun while we work on delivering a better version that matches our vision.
All progression, skins and unlocks will carry over to the new version of the Stun Gun when it returns. For now, the gadget will be unavailable while we build a true crowd control tool that benefits the whole team and enables clutch plays, without the frustrations that held it back."*
We hope to be able to put an improved Stun Gun back into your hands as soon as possible.
Also of note, we’ve been closely investigating server performance for some time, recognizing that it hasn’t been meeting expectations. After thorough analysis, we believe we’ve identified a key issue, and this fix should significantly improve the experience for a large number of players.
That said, our work isn’t done. We’re committed to making ongoing improvements and will continue rolling out fixes as we identify further opportunities for optimization.
Beyond that, we've got some further balance changes in this update. We're improving the speed at which breach charges can be primed, and we're nerfing the Frag Grenade damage to players and it's ammo count, while increasing the damage it does to structures.
You can find the full patch notes right here: #patch-notes
One more thing - Reddit AMA!
We'll be answering all your questions about THE FINALS on the r/thefinals sub-reddit tonight between <t:1739984400:t> and <t:1739991600:t> tonight!
You can already submit your questions right here
We've also got a brand new store ready as always, check it out below!
That's it for this time, Contestants!
See you in The Arena, and later today, on Reddit!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
mossy sphinx
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<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! ** (specifically those who play on a controller!)
With the update this week we introduced a new default layout for new players using controllers, but, in doing so we accidentally changed the current layout for all existing controller players as well!
This was not intended, and we're sorry about that - but - the good news are that you can get the old settings back by following the steps below;
1. Go to "settings"
2. Go to "Controller"
3. Hit "Restore defaults"
4. Find "Communication Wheel or Inspect (double tap)" and bind it to D-Pad Up
5. Find "Gadget 2" and bind it to D-Pad Down
Aaand you're all done!
Again, super sorry we changed your keybinds, we know how annoying it is when someone messes with your settings
Have a nice weekend, Contestants!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hey Yolks!
Head’s up! Today is a store update only, and it’s taking a little bit of extra time to get it out. There won’t be any other changes in this one. But since it isn’t coming on time, we wanted to let you know now (since I know some of you wait up ).
The store update this week is pretty sick, I will say that. Stay tuned to see what’s coming!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
It's here!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
ALFA ACTA - Minimize risk. Maximize firepower.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pn_Y-YfHq3Y
<@&1011235012827422791>
mossy sphinx
yOU wILL hEAR uS aGAIN…
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks–
Our very own @frank thistle is kicking off his new blog series: THE ROAD TO ESPORTS!
Head on over to https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/rte1 to read the first instalment.
We’re so excited to announce that the Major will take place this year and we have a lot more updates on the way, so stay tuned!
**For now, here is the most important information: **
$100,000 Prize Pool
Q4 2025
Open Qualifiers – Anyone Can Compete!
In-Person LAN Event
This is the first ever event of its kind for THE FINALS and your chance to earn a spot in the league!
It's time to get your team together!
It's time to practice!
It's time to get excited!
THE FINALS is on the Road to esports - SEE YOU IN THE MAJOR!
You’ve seen this video before but let’s roll it again!
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
Update 5.12 is almost done cooking, but it will be delayed for quite a few hours!
I'll keep you all updated as I have more information, but there's no need to stay up late for the update - it will be some hours still!
Talk to you later, Contestants!
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
**Hey again Contestants! **
Unfortunately today's update is delayed until **tomorrow **
We were hoping we would be able to get it out today, but it will have to be tomorrow 😦
Sorry for the delay friends, I'll be back tomorrow with an update!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
BONUS XP FIESTA & SPONSOR SHOWDOWN! 🎉
Hey Contestants!
The TDM event is ending, but we’re not slowing down - it’s time for the Bonus XP Fiesta! From now until the end of the season, you’ll earn 200% XP for Daily Contracts and up to 150% XP and Fans for gameplay! If you're like me and still haven't wrapped up your battle pass or sponsor track, this is the time to do it!
We've also, finally with outstanding support from VAIIYA, managed to stop the CNS intrusions for now and so we can finally begin the Sponsor Showdown! 
Our generous sponsors VAIIYA, DISSUN, and ISEUL-T, are battling for control of the Arenas. Earn Fans in any mode to push your Sponsor to victory and change the look of the maps in real-time!
At the beginning of Season 6 all Contestants will receive a reward from the winning sponsor!
Of course, Update 5.12.0 is also here with bug fixes and some balance changes, with slight buffs to the Model and Bow and bug fixes to issues regarding ADS and more!
We've also, in addition to the brand new store rotation, added a new skin for the .50 Akimbo's straight into the customization menu, don't miss it! 👀
For more details on the stuff in today's update, check out #patch-notes
Let's check out all the store has to offer:
Which Sponsor will you fight for? Let’s see those Arenas painted in your colors!
The Sponsors are counting on you, Contestants!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks!
We’re seeing a few cases of crashing on boot for some of our PC players. We have a fix in the works and will likely push out another, very small update today for PC only, to solve the issue. Sorry to those of you running into this problem! We’ll get you back in business soon!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello again!
Hotfix 5.12.1 is now live, so if you are on PC, expect a small update!
We’ve pushed a patch for PC players only, that will fix a rare but game-breaking crash for select players. Hopefully, with this small update, anyone affected should be able to play again now!
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Ding ding! Round 2!
Another patch for PC just went through to help with the other issue causing crashing! We're hopeful that this has fixed the problem for those of you still unable to play.
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
The battle of the crash reports rages on! We have yet another PC-only hotfix rolling out right now. They say the third time is the charm... fingers crossed!
Thank you to everyone for your patience and your reports, so we can hunt these crashes down and squish them.
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
**SOON ™️ **
Hey Contestants!
Just like the speed of a Contestant barrelling towards a cashout station, Season 6 is hurtling towards us at breakneck speed!
Every single day, from now until launch, we’ll be revealing more and more about what’s to come to THE FINALS in season 6 - and it begins today! :pOg:
Head over to YouTube right now where the Premiere of the official season 6 teaser has been scheduled - and for those of you who like to read, check out our latest blog post about the season to come!
Remember to check back in here tomorrow for the next reveal!
Is it Christmas already? No, it’s better - it’s Season 6 of THE FINALS!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
eternal cypress
Hello Contestants!
Check out the Season 6 Teaser if you have not already!
And let’s meet again tomorrow for more sneak peeks 👀
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
Are you ready for Season 6? 👀
We are all in on getting ready for the new season, but we're still ending the season with a "POP!" with the last Store Update of Season 5!
Can you feel it in the air? Is it spring? Is it pollen?
No. It's the smell of a brand new season.
Get Ready, Contestants!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hey Yolks–
We had some Embark moments today, with the Urban Reactor Set missing the Spear, and some contracts showing up in new languages (maybe we were just trying to expand your horizons?), and some odd behavior with the Kernel Carnage skin showing up in unexpected places (it wants attention).
Spear is fixed and if you bought the set, it will soon show up in your inventory!
The contracts should now be back to your preferred language.
Kernel Carnage is still unruly, so watch out for jump scares!
Thank you for all the reports, good eggs!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
eternal cypress
Hey hey Contestants!
Today’s drop is all about the new Weapons entering into play in Season 6! This time around, every build gets a new toy, so let’s unwrap them and see what’s in store. 🔥
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/s6teaser
See you all tomorrow for a new leak totally official share!
<@&1011235012827422791>
eternal cypress
Hello yolks!
The new Season 6 sponsors are in: OSPUZE ,** ALFA ACTA **
and ENGIMO
Familiar faces and new challengers will battle it out in the Arena for the heart and coins of fans!
Contestants must carefully select the sponsor they wish to represent for this new season, as specific rewards await you once more! Thankfully you have a few more days to think of the right choice.
Do our sponsors proud
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/s6teaser
<@&1011235012827422791>
eternal cypress
**Hello Contestants! **
It’s time for more Season 6 drops! How about some BTS of the new Arena revamp by Joakim Stigsson, Lead Environmental Artist for THE FINALS 🔥
Check out the fresh Las Vegas rework, all decked out not only in looks but also practicality for an improved experience.
(And of course, learn more details on our blogpost)
Let's meet same time tomorrow for more info!
<@&1011235012827422791>
eternal cypress
**Hey hey yolks! **
The reveals are not stopping for the weekend! Next on the agenda is Powershift, with two new maps added to the rotation: **Las Vegas **and Bernal!
More Arenas for you to forge through, and more fights to be had 💥 what do you mean you have to stay on the platform ?
See you again tomorrow!
<@&1011235012827422791>
eternal cypress
Hello Contestants!
In THE FINALS we’re used to banger OST, and that’s not stopping now! Take a listen to one of the coming Season 6 soundtrack and tell us what you think! 🎙️
Enjoy your Sunday with those good vibes
<@&1011235012827422791>
eternal cypress
**Hey hey Contestants! 
**
It’s happening, don’t blink! The 5v5 coinbath is making its return for Season 6. Team Deathmatch is here to stay
Fight for the top spot in even more Arenas, including:
- Fortune Stadium
- Seoul
- SYS$HORIZON
- Las Vegas
- Kyoto
- Skyway Stadium
Check out our blogpost for all that information on Season 6 you may have missed https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/s6teaser !
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
**Hey hey yolks! **
How about some amuse bouche before our daily sneak peek ? 🥂
On the menu, some more reveals about Seasonal Progression, Custom outfit, Cosmetics items preview & wishlist, Practice Range “smarties,” Private matches, Spectator features, and privacy options. (We know, it’s a mouthful)
Enjoy the food lovingly cooked by our dear lead, Oscar
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eternal cypress
**Hello hello Contestants! 
**
What’s in the season 6 Battle Pass ? Glad you ask, and so convenient that we have just the news ready to show you!
The golden era of sport entertainment is making a comeback, from underdogs to champions decked out in bold, high-energy styles that bring the best looks of a bygone era!
Outfits, emotes, multibucks and many more unlocks are up for grabs with the coming Battle Pass.
It’s (almost) showtime!
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
**We're only HOURS away from the Season 6 Preivew Event!!! **
We're going live at <t:1742402700:t> today, over on Twitch.tv and YouTube!
https://www.twitch.tv/thefinals
https://www.youtube.com/@reachthefinals/streams
Make sure to tune in for two hours of Season 6, AND, a special presentation about THE FINALS from Gustav Tilleby, our Creative Director! 👀
Sign up for the event below so you DO NOT MISS OUT!
https://discord.gg/DMjHsbrE?event=1351218594062798849
See you there, Contestants!
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
DON'T MISS IT!!!!
<t:1742402700:f>
eternal cypress
**Hello hello contestants! 
**
I’m sure you’d agree—this past week has been packed full with exciting content and announcements! As we gear up for Season 6’s launch, don’t worry if you’ve missed anything—we’ve got you covered.
Here’s a full recap of everything revealed over the past few days... ᵃⁿᵈ ˢᵒᵐᵉ ᵐᵒʳᵉ ˡᵉᵃᵏˢ
And don’t forget the Preview Event starting <t:1742402700:R> 
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frank thistle
PREVIEW EVENT IS LIVE NOW!!!!!
https://www.twitch.tv/thefinals
https://www.youtube.com/@reachthefinals/streams
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Thank you everyone for tuning in for the preview event today!
The stage is set.
The Arenas are ready.
Season 6 is live tomorrow.
See you in THE FINALS, Contestants
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frank thistle
HELLO CONTESTANTS
Join the ranks of the RISING STARS and welcome to Season 6!
The wait is over. Rev up your miniguns, hear the thunderous applause of the roaring crowd, and stand proud with our new sponsors.
Everything you need to know can be found in #patch-notes - and it's looking gooooood!
Welcome to Season 6, Contestants!
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hello friends!
As you may have noticed, we're missing a couple DLC bundles in the store right now and we're working with Steam to get the new Wave Reaver bundle and the Starter Pack into the game ASAP! 🙏
Also, as many of you pointed out, the new "anonymous mode" doesn't work in tournament based game modes, and a fix is being worked on. No ETA right now but we're on it!
Stay tuned and thank you for the reports!
// Oscar
hybrid goblet
Hej Yolks!
Bundles are back in business on Steam, so let us introduce the dashing Wavereaver Set!
Show your steel in the Arena and remember, the pointy end goes into the other contestant 🗡️
//Dusty
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brave cargo
Hello Yolks!
We're seeing strange behavior in the servers right now, you might encounter problems with matchmaking or getting you kicked out of a match.
The team is working on getting things back online. I will post an update as soon as we have it back on track Sorry for the inconvenience and thanks for your understanding.
brave cargo
Hello again Yolks!
The problems affecting the game has been resolved now and you should not be having any further issues!
We're super sorry for the downtime
frank thistle
Hey Contestants! 
We've just published another server fix which solves the remaining server issues you've all been experiencing since last night. While the issues should be solved now, we'll continue keeping an eye on the servers in case it comes back 👀
The fix also solves the issue console players have been experiencing where matchmaking sometimes cancelled - so now you'll be able to find games without issues! 🙏
Thanks for your patience while we worked on solving these problems
Now, it's Saturday gamers - let's hop into The Arena!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
We've just deployed a server-fix where we fixed an issue where dying as you were picking up an item caused you to be unable to perform various actions (shoot, swap weapon, reload, etc) for the rest of the game.
This is already live, no restarts or downloads needed 🙏
See you in The Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
Today's store rotation will happen in the afternoon, around <t:1743004800:t>!
It will feature a store rotation, and then we are also working on a bug fix patch, which hopefully comes out later this week! 🙏
So no need to stay awake, and wait for this update to hit right now
See you later today!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Store Update 6.1.0
Hey Contestants!
The first week of Season 6 has been absolutely insane, all your love and support has absolutely blown us away - thank you all so, so, so much!
Now it's time for the first store update of Season 6, and it’s bringing the heat - introducing the Stryker Grid Set, brought to you by IVADA!
When the system is rigged, rewrite the rules.
Following this store update, we are also working on version 6.1.1, which we aim to release tomorrow.
This will be an update focused on resolving the most troubling bugs introduced since the release of Season 6 - more on that tomorrow! 🤝
Now, let’s check out this week’s store - and I'll see you all, in The Arena!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Update 6.1 is Live!
Hey Contestants!
The first update of Season 6 is here! It's featuring a needed balance change to the ARN-220, increasing it's damage and a whole bunch of bug fixes with everything from invisible contestants to anonymous mode and streamer mode now working in World Tour and Ranked Tournaments!
World Tour Continues!
ALFA ACTA's generous sponsorship continues this week with the first World Tour event of Season 6 - Risk & Reward!
During this week players will earn variable cash per elimination based on the weapon or method used! The true and tested AKM will only award $200 per elimination this week, while the adventerous Spear will grant a staggering $1000 per kill! Get out there and swap up your Arsenal.
ALFA ACTA - Tradition meets Lethality.
Read all about this weeks update in #patch-notes
Now let's check out this week's World Tour video - and then I'll see you all in The Arena!
~Oscar
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eternal cypress
**Hello Contestants! **
THE FINALS is now live on XBOX Game Pass 🎉
What are you getting you ask? Oh just 500 multibucks, a free outfit, AND a 25% Match XP boost!
Grab it and brag, Contestant 💪
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frank thistle
Store Rotation 6.2
Hey Contestants!
Time for a little chaos, a little mischief… and a lot of style.
This week’s store update brings the Mischief Maker Set, an ÖRF-approved masterclass in trickery, along with the HumÖRFul Havoc weapon skins, mischief never looked this good.
And if that’s not wild enough, the Ripe for Chaos Set is here to turn the Arena into your personal fruit basket.
Adorable? Yes. Dangerous? Absolutely.
Also hitting the shop this week:
🔸 Golden Hour Bundle - Drip in gold, play for keeps
🔸 Heatstroke Set - Burn down the competition
No gameplay changes today, just fresh fits to keep things spicy.
..Oh, and do keep your eyes peeled for this week’s World Tour update. Let’s just say… being on top might paint a big target on your back. 👀
See you in The Arena!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
**💀 Head Hunter! 💀 **
This week on the World Tour, the spotlight, and the pressure, lands squarely on the top fraggers.
ALFA ACTA signs off their seasonal sponsorship with a new twist for Season 6: Head Hunter. During this special Game Show event, the player on each team with the highest number of eliminations will have a bounty of $5000 placed on their head. The better they play, the bigger the reward - and the bigger the target. 👀
Every elimination they score boosts their bounty by $2,000. Take them out? Their bounty goes straight to your team. Let them live? They’ll cash in that full amount when the event ends at the 2-minute mark.
Stay sharp, move smart, and watch the scoreboard.
This week, glory and greed go hand in hand. 🤝
Watch your back, Contestant!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
After a couple hicc-ups, one being the event being late, and the other being Head Hunter not showing up - **Head Hunter is finally live and working! **
Very sorry about the delay and the confusion, but now we're finally live!
Watch you backs in The Arena 👀
~Oscar
eternal cypress
**Hello hello contestants! **
Ruby Rank for S6 is now a go! Fight your way to the podium and secure your spot to catch the final rewards at the end of the season:
🔻 S6 Ruby player background
🔻 S6 Ruby sticker
🔻 S6 Ruby charm
🔻 S6 Ruby Famas
As always, you can check the top contestants in-game and over on Embark ID:
https://id.embark.games/the-finals/leaderboards/s6
Best of luck and see you in the Arena!
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frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
We've just released an update for XBOX and XBOX PC only!
It fixes an issue related to loading shaders, which was causing a lot of lag and stuttering for players (primarily on the XBOX PC version)!
If you play through Steam, PS5 or PS4 - you will not need to update!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
UPDATE:
Unfortunately the update will be delayed until tomorrow, Thursday
Super sorry for this friends, the update is looking really fun and we want to have it live for you all to enjoy as soon as possible! 
~~We've got a stacked update coming this week, but unfortunately it's currently a bit delayed
We're aiming to have it released as soon as possible of course, but we currently don't know just how long the delay will be! ~~
To tease something coming in this update, check out these Twitch Drops that will be live as soon as the update hits!
Talk to you soon, Contestants!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Update 6.3 is Live!
Hey Contestants!
***Bunny Bash is BACK! ***
Fixed loadouts, Easter vibes, and two event circuits packed with rewards, starting today with Circuit 1 with Circuit 2 unlocking next week!
For those of you who don't remember Bunny Bash from last year; you'll be playing Power Shift across a rotation of Arenas and earn punk bunny ears, chicken fits, and weapon skins that are as unhinged as they are adorable.
***Spring Twitch Drops going live today! ***
Watch any THE FINALS creator over on https://www.twitch.tv/directory/category/the-finals for 3 hours total to unlock Green Shoot skins for the ARN-220, CB-01 Repeater, and M134 Minigun.
The drop campaign begins Today at <t:1744282800:t>!
This update also includes a nerf to the Sword’s secondary attack aiming to reduce the frustration of playing against it, a huge round of fixes and polish across the board, and added support for NVIDIA DLSS 4! 🙏
We also have a dev note on the game's balance overall in our patch notes, so make sure to give it a read!
ENGIMO takes the stage!
ALFA ACTA have wrapped up their sponsorship of the World Tour and now it's sponsor-veterans ENGIMO's turn to take the stage! They'll kick off their sponsorship with some Standard Cashout.
Pure Competition, Perfectly Broadcast, Perfectly Connected - just the way ENGIMO wants you to see it!
Also, we have a stacked store rotation as well, make sure to check it out!
No, hop on over to #patch-notes for all the details, and then hop into Bunny Bash! 🐣
I'll see you in The Arena (and on stream!) later today, Contestants!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Don't miss out on the Twitch Drops! 👀
You can earn the Green Shoot skin for the ARN-220, CB-01 Repeater and M134 Minigun by watching any of your favorite content creators playing THE FINALS right now!
Watch for a total of three hours to earn all three skins
Unsure who to watch? Check out any of these channels live right now;
https://www.twitch.tv/lycommit
https://www.twitch.tv/carnifexgg
https://www.twitch.tv/ekazoko
https://www.twitch.tv/vxblackswanxv
https://www.twitch.tv/n0rmalize
OR ANY other creator live on THE FINALS right now!
https://www.twitch.tv/directory/category/the-finals
See you there, Contestants!
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frank thistle
Introducing Reality Shield by ENGIMO.
We do not Censor - We Cultivate.
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frank thistle
Hello Contestants!
Starting with this week, and going forward, all our updates will happen on Thursdays rather than being split between Wednesday and Thursdays.
This means the store updates, client releases, World Tour stops, World Tour Circuits, Limited Time Gamemodes, etc. - will now all happen at once, together, on Thursdays at roughly <t:1744797600:t>!
So don't wait up tonight - and I'll see you all tomorrow with 6.4, a fresh store, week two of Bunny Bash and a new World Tour stop!
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Hey again Contestants!
We've just released a small, PC Steam only update related to a security issue (basically what allowed you to do this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59zgBWo9Zqs) 
Thanks for the help @crude badge 😉
frank thistle
**Update 6.4 is live! **
Hey Contestants!
ENGIMO’s flipping the switch on chaos this week with a brand-new World Tour event - Protocol Overdrive!
Back-to-back gameshow events will keep you on your toes, with Meteor Showers and Alien Invasions hitting harder and faster than ever. No breaks. No breathers. Just pure mayhem.
Arenas in rotation: SYS$HORIZON, Bernal, Kyoto, and Las Vegas Stadium.
Balance-wise, we’ve made some adjustments to two of Season 6’s heavy hitters:
🔸 The CB-01 Repeater is now much better at breaking through ziplines and deployables
🔸 The Minigun gets a buff to its accuracy while spin-firing, whether you’re on the move or holding your ground
frank thistle
Update 6.5 is Live!
Hey Contestants!
It’s time to hit the dancefloor and throw down with style. ENGIMO is back with Strike a Pose 2.0!
This World Tour event brings the party right into the match: dancefloors now spawn during cashouts, and if you drop an emote while standing on one, you’ll earn bonus cash for your team!
Pop it, drop it, and make it rain.
Arenas in rotation: Bernal, Fortune Stadium, Las Vegas Stadium, and Monaco.
And while you're boogying through the chaos, don’t miss this week’s store rotation. It’s a full-on craft-core, cardboard and carbohydrate takeover:
Spud Slinger Set – Featuring the Spudnik potato cannon for the CL-40, Tuber Trooper charm, and This Means You sticker
**All Boxed In **– A headpiece straight from the cardboard aisle
Flatpack Bundle – Krafty Crackshot Minigun skin, because corrugated destruction is in this season
No gameplay changes this week as we’re gearing up for the mid-season update coming your way next week! 👀
See you in The Arena, and on the dancefloor later tonight in this week’s Community Stream!
~Oscar
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eternal cypress
**Update 6.6 is live for a massive mid-season! **
Season 6 is hitting its stride with the Mid-Season Update, and we’re bringing the heat (and hefty patchnotes)
Close Quarter Event
Get up close and personal in our brand new limited time event, coming with a whole new map to explore (and destroy): Welcome to ALFA ACTA P.E.A.C.E Center! Partake in brutal Team Deathmatch, step in and leave your mark!
Spin the Wheel of Trust
As if an invitation to the P.E.A.C.E Center wasn’t enough, ALFA ACTA also spun up 20 potential prizes on the Wheel of Trust! Hand in daily contracts for tickets and unlock your rewards. You may even take home BULL’S EYE BARRY, the latest and greatest smart-dummy.
**New Twitch Drops! **
Head over to your favorite Twitch Streamer and unlock four fabulous drops by watching their stream for 3.5 hours! Practical, fashionable, and including an item from our latest breakout category: Nails! You may also remember us asking what weapons would be cool to pick for the next round of Twitch drops. Time for you to pick up those Sledgehammer, AKM, and XP-54 skins!
Make sure to nab your Broadcast Blaze items on Twitch as soon as the Drops go live today at <t:1746097200:t>!
**Get creative **
We’ve taken the Body Paint Category and broken it down into four parts:
- **Face paint **- Anything that goes on the face
- Body paint - Anything that goes on the body, or full body
- Nails - Nail polish!
- **Tattoos **- You can now wear tattoos beneath any paint!
Mix-and match for amazing results! If you already owned any of the old Body paints, you’ll find that your items have been separated into those new categories and are waiting for your next Outfit creation! 💅
Social Improvements
It’s time to grow your crew! You can now invite up to 100 contestants in your Club. You will also find out that multi-channel chat is now active to switch between your party, your team, a whole private lobby and your club while you play! Social settings have also received brand new options for comfort. Finally, the Main Menu will now display your progress for Battlepass, Career, Sponsorships, Circuits and Contracts at a glance!
Meet the Nullifier
The prodigal **Stun Gun **returns to the loadout screen with a brand new rework. Time to meet the Nullifier! Contestants caught in the line of fire will be unable to take or deal damage, use items, or interact for the duration for the effect. Nullified players will still be able to move freely, so there’s time to make a getaway. Equip it now and start increasing the odds by nullifying the competition!
Party in the Practice Range
Even with the smart dummies for company, the Practice Range can get lonely. Not anymore when you can party up and enter with up to five friends by your side! Goof around, test things out, and cause mayhem as a team! The dummies have been looking increasingly nervous on the leadup to this update…
In with the Old
Las Vegas 2032 is back in rotation! Get ready for the glitz and glam of the hot lights in Quick Cash, Terminal Attack, and Ranked Tournament.
We’re also introducing a new Carriable to toss around the Arena that will feel familiar to those of you who have been here a while: The Healing Canister! Toss it to provide temporary healing to an area of effect.
**OSPUZE takes the stage! **
POP.POUR.PERFORM and make the sponsors proud in World Tour!
AND MORE!
Balance changes, Bug fixes, or improvements to Maps … head over our #patch-notes to check them all out!
And let's not forget our amazing Store Update !
SEE YOU IN THE ARENA CONTESTANTS! 
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
We’ve just released Hotfix 6.6.1 across all platforms which contains a collection of minor bug fixes. For example the muted World Tour videos, and some minor issues related to the Close Quarters Event!
That's all for now - See you in The Arena!
~Oscar
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hexed garnet
Heyo Contestants!
There is a little UI issue in the game right now that says that the Wheel of Trust Event has ended - but don't worry it has not ended yet. We are currently working on solving this issue as quickly as we can, but you are still able to use the wheel even though the text is currently wrong!
Thank you for your patience - See you in The Arena!
~Caroline
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Update 6.7 is Live!
Hey Contestants!
No patch download this week - just pure chaos and some seriously sharp style.
We’re also entering the final week of ALFA ACTA’s sponsored Event: Close Quarters and the** Wheel of Trust**! So get your matches in while you still can! I personally will be spending more time in the pine-scented P.E.A.C.E. Center!
Meanwhile,** World Tour: Last Drop** has landed, and it's *literally * explosive.
Every time a contestant is eliminated, they drop a bomb. Pick it up and throw it at your enemies, or run before it goes boom. It’s fast, it’s volatile, and it changes everything about how you play the Arena.
Heads up: bombs explode on impact or after a short delay. Use wisely. Or don’t. We’re not your sponsor.
**Arenas in rotation: **
--Fortune Stadium
--Seoul
--Las Vegas Stadium
--SYS$HORIZON.
Over in the store, Arena Security is taking charge with the** Lockdown Triad** outfit set, while the** Final Carving Set** adds a stylish new inspect and intro to sharpen your look. ALFA ACTA fans can grab the** Redline Overrule** bundle for a sleek set of weapon skins, and Junior’s Foresight brings a tactical edge with a knife skin straight from the top floors of the corporate tower.
SEE YOU IN THE ARENA (just don’t drop anything)!
//Dusty
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frank thistle
Update 6.8 is Live!
Hey Contestants!
Double Dose has landed, and the Arena will never be the same.
For the first time ever, multiple game show events are running at the same time, throwing you into a chaotic mix of hazards and total unpredictability.
This week’s World Tour, brought to you by the “more is more” minds at OSPUZE, features three wild combos:
Alien Invasion + Low Gravity
Mega Damage + Drop Bombs
Orbital Laser + Head Hunter (yep, it’s back!)
You’ll be dodging lasers, flying through low-grav chaos, and collecting heads across:
🔸 Monaco
🔸 Kyoto
🔸 Bernal
🔸 Skyway Stadium.
** What’s in the store this week?**
• The Tropic Takedown Set, featuring the Guerilla Grip Lockbolt skin and Knife to Meet You emote
• The full Brushline Bundle collection, stealthy Leaf No Trace skins for all three build types
• And the Live Rounds crossbody cosmetic, for when you want every bullet to make a statement
We’re also saying goodbye (for now) to Close Quarters and the P.E.A.C.E. Center, and the Wheel of Trust ticket collection period has ended. Still got tickets? You can use them to grab anything you're missing. Remember to complete the wheel to earn the Bull’s Eye Barry outfit!
Double chaos. Double hazards. Double the fun.
Let’s get into it
~Oscar
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hybrid goblet
Hello Contestants!
Looking for a drink? WHO NEEDS WATER ? OSPUZE* is always ready to serve
*ᴺᵒ ᵗᶦᵍᵉʳˢ ʷᵉʳᵉ ʰᵃʳᵐᵉᵈ ᶦⁿ ᵗʰᵉ ᵐᵃᵏᶦⁿᵍ ᵒᶠ ᵗʰᶦˢ ᵛᶦᵈᵉᵒ
frank thistle
📢 ANNOUNCING THE GRAND MAJOR - 2025 - DREAMHACK STOCKHOLM! 📢
Hey Contestants!
It's time to finally announce our partnership with DreamHack and ESL FACEIT Group to host our first-ever MAJOR — live at DreamHack Stockholm! 🎉
🔸 $100,000 Prize Pool
🔸 16 Teams from NA, EMEA & APAC
🔸 LAN event live at DreamHack Stockholm – Nov 28–29, 2025
🔸 Open Qualifiers begin in September
Read all about it in Episode 2 of Road to Esports
Whether you’re competing or watching, this is THE moment we’ve all been waiting for. More details coming soon - get your squad ready! 💥
THE FINALS is on the Road to Esports — and now, the destination is set.
SEE YOU IN STOCKHOLM.
~Oscar
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frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
It’s sledgehammer time in THE FINALS.
Update 6.9 brings the all-new HEAVY HITTERS event - a 5v5 platform fighter mode where your only job is to bonk your opponents clean off the Pop Drop Arena.
Pick up a Sledgehammer, get airborne, and bounce your way to victory. It’s wild. It’s chaotic. It’s very OSPUZE. Complete contracts, unlock rewards, and show off your stripes in the most unhinged mode yet!
XP DASH is also live, boosting XP and Fan gains through the end of the season. Time to level up and finish strong!
World Tour enters its final phase with the Sponsor Showdown. Every match you play helps your favorite brand take over the Arena. Who will be the champions of Season 6 - ENGIMO, OSPUZE, or ALFA ACTA? 👀
New Twitch Drops are here too! Watch any THE FINALS stream on Twitch and unlock the fiery new Broadcast Blaze weapon skins.
And finally, we’ve squashed one of the game’s most persistent bugs: **No more stuck visual effects like permanent sonar or being forever on fire. **(We are so relieved you have no idea)
Balance updates, performance improvements, and loads of bug fixes are also in this patch, including:
🔸 KS-23 accuracy buffs across the board
🔸 XP-54 brought back in line
🔸 Melee hit detection significantly improved
🔸 FAMAS and M11 recoil smoothed
🔸 Water in Kyoto no longer slows movement
🔸 P.E.A.C.E. Center added to Team Deathmatch
🔸 Tons of animation, cosmetic, and UI fixes
Read all about the notes in #patch-notes
More hammers, more chaos, fewer bugs.
Let’s get smashing.
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
Oh, and just because it's too good to not share - here's this weeks store rotation, "Tale of the Tiger"
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks!
Today is a holiday in Sweden, but the show must go on! So here is your update in a coconutshell:
**Today’s Store Update: **Bananas 🍌🍍🍌
HEAVY HITTERS: Week 2 awaits, get thwacking!
Sponsor Showdown: Time to get serious and rep your Sponsor, the second week starts now!
SEE YOU IN THE ARENA!?!
//Dusty
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eternal cypress
PLAY SEASON 7 EARLY - JOIN THE PREVIEW EVENT
Season 7 is getting closer, and you know what that means! 👀
**<t:1749657600:f> **will be the perfect time for a Preview Event, and YOU can be invited!
- Get a sneak peak of the new season one day ahead, play with fellow content creators, and discover everything that’s coming with the newest update!
- There will be no embargo for this event. This means you are welcomed and encouraged to livestream or record gameplay for videos as you explore Season 7 for the first time!
- This preview event will be for PC only.
Sign up are open to all content creators. If you would like to have a chance to be included in this event, please** fill out the form below**.
https://forms.gle/4Qn5N3Q5hChjc7a99
(and save the date to watch the various streams!)
<@&1011235012827422791>
eternal cypress
Hello Hello Contestants!
Season 7 will progress as expected.
Stay tuned <@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
**Hey Contestants! **
Earlier today we deployed a server change which accidentally removed some of the free items from previous battle passes from some players!
We are working on a fix, and we believe we will have it solved tomorrow! 🙏
No need to raise a support ticket, we will handle this for all affected players at once!
frank thistle
Update 6.11 is Live!
Hey Contestants!
We’re keeping things simple this week as Season 6 winds down, with one last milky fresh store rotation and a few final reminders before the big shift into what’s next 
HEAVY HITTERS enters its final week, so make sure to complete your Tiger Juice contracts and keep climbing that leaderboard! The top 10 players will be immortalized on the official Heavy Hitters Trophy, so now’s the time to bonk like you mean it. In the Sponsor Showdown, ENGIMO is holding a strong lead - but it’s not over yet. Can OSPUZE or 
ALFA ACTA pull off a comeback before the final buzzer?
TONIGHT at 5PM – Tune into our community stream for the very first look at Season 7. Trust us, you do not want to miss this reveal. Be there early - going live <t:1749135600:R>!
We also resolved an issue this week that caused some players to lose cosmetics. Everything has now been restored and your stuff should be back where it belongs.
This week’s store brings the Moolah Militia Set, the Herd Mentality weapon skins, and a slick new ARN-220 animation pack - VI Rifle Moves, check it out in this week's store video!
That’s it for now.
Wrap up your contracts, make your final rank push, and we’ll see you tonight on stream!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Starting today, come back to our blog to learn something new about Season 7 every day!
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/s7teaser
Are you ready for THE DIVIDE?
**Which side will you stand on? **
Season 7 starts June 12
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
DAY 2 | LEAVE YOUR MARK
Season 7 doesn’t just reshape the Arena. It gives you the tools to carve your name into it.
- Personal player numbers 🔟 👀
- Stickers that tag objectives 🏷️
- A loadout that redecorates itself every match 🔀 🔫
Check out the daily blog to see for yourself! 👇
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/s7teaser
<@&1011235012827422791>
TUNE INTO THE FUTURE GAMES SHOW
Catch us at the Future Games Show on June 7th, which starts at <t:1749326400:F>!
Watching live on https://twitch.tv/futuregamesshow will give you a chance to earn a Twitch Drop made special for the show! Just watch for 15 consecutive minutes and make sure you’ve set up your Twitch to earn drops!
Mark your calendar and we’ll see you there!
//Dusty
frank thistle
DAY 3 | HEAR THE DIVIDE
Season 7’s music leans hard into the Rift, with tracks that mirror the clash between VAIIYA and CNS.
It’s a full-on contrast.
Not just music.
It’s storytelling.
Read today's blog to read about the inspiration behind it, and for a word on our trailer tonight at Future Games Show - remember to tune in at <t:1749326400:t> over on https://www.twitch.tv/futuregamesshow - there's even a twitch drop!
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/s7teaser
See you tonight, Contestants!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hey babies!
Don’t forget to tune in to the Future Games Show in 30 minutes to get an exclusive Twitch Drop (by watching for 15 consecutive minutes)!
👉 https://www.twitch.tv/futuregamesshow 👈
We’ll be debuting our new Come and Play trailer to showcase the game in it's current state! It features a mix of old and new, and while not specifically a Season 7 trailer, you’ll still catch a peek of what we have in store for you in the upcoming season: THE DIVIDE!
Come watch with us, claim the KABLAMMO grenade skin, and help welcome new players to THE FINALS!
I’ll post the trailer here as well once it has aired 
See you there, yolks!
//Dusty
<@&1011235029252313099>
hybrid goblet
Thank you so much for showing up and repping us!
Best community in the industry! The World!
//Dusty
hybrid goblet
DAY 4 | GADGETS GALORE
Some of you caught sight of the new Gadgets for Season 7 in our Come and Play Trailer… 👀
Today, it’s time to introduce them!
Check out today’s blog to find out about the H+ Infuser, Breach Drill, and Healing Emitter! 👇
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/s7teaser
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
DAY 5 | TWO SIDES IN THE ARENA
It’s time to reveal the brand new map coming in Season 7: NOZOMI/CITADEL
With this stunningly beautiful arena split in two, it’s time for us to show you what we really mean by THE DIVIDE.
Check out the map overview from our Lead Environment Artist, Joakim Stigsson, as he explains the inspiration behind NOZOMI/CITADEL: https://youtu.be/Gh4LvSuABPQ
Between VAIIYA and CNS, read about the two sides of THE DIVIDE in today’s daily blog!
👉 https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/s7teaser 👈
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
DAY 6 | DRESS FOR BATTLE
You've seen some of the awe-inspiring skins on the line-up, now it's time to talk about the expanded Cosmetics coming in Season 7!
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The Mythic Tier will contain the best items we've ever done. When Season 7 drops, see just how unique they can be!
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Legacy Battle Passes are coming in Season 7, where you can acquire your favorite items from previous Seasons, starting with Season 1-4 .
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Note: Previously owned Premium Battle Passes will be unlocked as a Legacy Battle Pass for free (S1-S4 in Season 7).
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The Season 7 Battle Pass is stacked with amazing items, from the neon rebellion of CNS, to the corporate order of VAIIYA, with a cyberpunk-future inspiration to wrap it all up.
Check out the Battle Pass Video here! https://youtu.be/X1koz7uEmL8
- New in Season 7, the Ultimate Battle Pass is an BP upgrade which gives you 10 Elite rewards, 1000 Bonus Multibucks, a 20-level head start, and a 25% Match XP boost!
Be sure to read up on the content coming in just 2 days!
👉 https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/s7teaser 👈
<@&1011235012827422791>
eternal cypress
**SEASON 7 PREVIEW EVENT **
Hello Contestants! <@&1011235012827422791>
It is almost time to get your first look at Season 7 in action
Don't be late - we'll start the show with a 10 minute introduction by the man himself** Rob** and Creative Director Gustav !
Watch your favorite streamer, get ready for the chaos, and REACH THE FINALS 🔥
hybrid goblet
DAY 7 | THE HOME STRETCH
Today we have a few more tidbits to share and a new Community Update video from @frank thistle
Give it a watch! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xic6eClUlQo
You can read in today's blog all about the ways we are making things easier for Newcomers and also reducing the casual grind a bit to make S7 a bit less intense!
👉 https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/s7teaser 👈
And finally, Join us the Preview Event tonight, get a look at the season one day early, and tune in early to Oscar's stream to get a rundown from Gustav and Rob!
twitch.tv/thefinals or on our YouTube Channel. See you there!
<@&1011235012827422791>
eternal cypress
WE ARE LIVE <@&1011235012827422791>
Bright lights. Big brawls. Catch THE FINALS Season 7 Preview Event today! 🏆
https://www.twitch.tv/thefinals & https://www.youtube.com/@reachthefinals/streams
hybrid goblet
Thank you for joining us for the Preview Event of Season 7!
We've got a YouTube Premiere counting down to the Season 7 Trailer, which will debut at the same time the new Season drops!
Tomorrow we enter THE DIVIDE!
Join us for the premiere in <t:1749722400:R>!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97Usq1dxYcs
SEE YOU IN THE ARENA!
<@&1011235029252313099>
frank thistle
SEASON 7 BEGINS NOW!
Welcome to The Divide, Contestants!
Full Patchnotes
<@&1011235012827422791> <@&1011235029252313099>
hybrid goblet
Hello yolks--
Maybe you are watching Oscar lose his mind on stream or maybe you are just trying to play! But we are experiencing sweeping server issues at the moment and are actively working to pull them back online.
Quick update! We're doing out best but we seem to be dealing with a global outage impacting many things: https://downdetector.com/
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
So, a solar flare ended up causing a global server catastrophe.
We should have insured ourselves with HOLTOW.
Servers are slowly returning. Get back in the game. Get insured. 🌞
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Aaaaand we're back ONLINE WITH THE RELEASE STREAM!!!
NOT EVEN THE SUN STOPS SEASON 7!!!!
https://www.twitch.tv/thefinals
<@&1011235029252313099>
hybrid goblet
HOTFIX INBOUND
Season 7 is starting strong! Thank you so much to all of you for showing up and playing! Today we’ve released a Hotfix (no update required) to address a few things:
NOZOMI/CITADEL is now showing up way more often across all modes, including TDM. Rift fights are back on the menu.
We've temporarily disabled the new weapons system while we fix a bug causing recoil chaos. Thanks to everyone who flagged it, your reports helped us act fast!
Store fixes:
--Missing bundles are back
--Two bugged weapon bundles removed and will return in 7.1
And a few more things! Read the full notes here: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/701
For those of you who joined the stream(s) yesterday, thank you so much! It was a blast!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
eternal cypress
Introducing VAIIYA x9800™️ - Series 10011001C0100
Clarity. Unity. Progress. 🔳
eternal cypress
Update 7.1 is live!
Season 7 has been off to a great start, and we’re so grateful to everyone who has shown up to play THE DIVIDE!
This week we're smoothing out some of the issues introduced in 7.0, adding the Season 6 trophies to the trophy cabinet in the Practice Range and bringing you a fresh updated store!
The show is just starting, pick your side Contestant! 
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello—
We’re aware that many of you are experiencing server performance issues, and we’re working on a fix! In the meantime, we’ve identified a possible short-term solution. Please try manually selecting your region to see if that gives you a better experience.
//Dusty
Update: we’ve deployed a fix that should clear up the issue that was causing players to be sorted into the wrong server region! The investigation is ongoing
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
With the fix confirmed, you no longer should have to manually select your server region! Glad Midsommar!
hybrid goblet
Hello yolks (Club owning Yolks, in particular),
We’re working on shifting to a new system for our chat and naming moderation in the game, so you can eventually speak more freely (lmao?). We're still working away on it, but as part of that process, someone turned the moderation on Club names allllll the way up to 11 yesterday . This meant many Club Tags that are pretty innocent got nuked. We’re working now on bringing them back. Sit tight and stay tuned for your Club Tag to return (unless it was heinous, in which case it stays gone and you can pick a nicer one and become a good egg from now on ).
This also hopefully means we’re on track for better feeling chat in general. We’re sorry for the inconvenience, and stay tuned for a return of your proper Club Tag!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
**Update 7.2 is live! **
Important Note: We have been working away on server issues that have been causing havoc all week. We solved one infrastructure issue that was causing a higher ping for some players, but there are still issues! It’s our number one priority, but’s proving to be tricky. Our strike team is working on it as we speak, and we appreciate all the detailed reports and posts about it that have guided (and continue to guide) the investigation.
In better news, VAIIYA is sponsoring a new World Tour stop called Protocol: XPOSE! Every 2 minutes, you’ll be given a special vision that helps you see through walls, trees, and anything in your way so you can detect any enemy Contestants within a 50 meter radius. Even cloaking can’t save you from XPOSE! For 30 seconds, you’ll be able to hunt them with extreme precision…but they’ll be able to see you too, so get ready to engage!
You’ll also find that many of the hairstyles have additional colors to choose from: 30 new options in total! All for free, so run to the Appearance tab and get stylin’! Plus, new items in the store!
Enjoy!!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
eternal cypress
**Hello Contestants **
Get your grind on, introducing your Season 7 Ruby Rewards! 🏆
The race to the top is now open, keep your spot to earn those sweet bragging rights:
🔻 S7 Ruby player background
🔻 S7 Ruby sticker
🔻 S7 Ruby charm
🔻 S7 Ruby ShAK-50
As always, you can check the top contestants in-game and over on our website:
https://id.embark.games/the-finals/leaderboards/s7
Do your best and see you in the Arena!
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hey Contestants!
IT’S TIME TO BLAST OFF!
In Update 7.3 we’re bringing the BOOM with:
- A new explosive TDM, BLAST OFF! 💥
- Event Contracts, with a set of retro rewards!
- Improvements to destruction! 🏯⚒️
And plenty of quality of life improvements like:
- An improved Practice Range Dojo
- Choose separate Intro and Winner's emotes
- Balance changes and more!
In World Tour, CNS has taken the stage, so expect some chaos soon™ as Standard Cashout is back on the menu!
Finally, we have a packed Store Update, so check it out in the store (video coming later!)
Pop over to #patch-notes to see all the changes 👀
Have a blast in the Arena!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello all,
We just pushed out a Hotfix aimed to improve a few things, including the pixelation effect on the BLAST OFF! Event. Some of you noted that the effect was a bit too strong, so we've added a way to remove it for now! We also fixed an issue causing some PlayStation users to be locked out of the game.
Here are the details:
**BLAST OFF! **
--We’ve made it so that disabling Lens Distortion in the Video section of the Settings menu will disable the pixelation effect in BLAST OFF! This should help alleviate the problems that some players were experiencing with eye-strain while playing the mode
--PS4 players will automatically have this setting default to disabled with the update and you will need to turn it back on manually
**Perma pings **
--Fixed an issue introduced in 7.3.0 where pinging a player twice in rapid succession would permanently mark their location for the round
**PlayStation lockout **
--We solved an issue introduced in 7.3.0 where some PlayStation players were no longer able to play and would be stuck on the main menu. If you were experiencing this issue, you should now be able to play!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Update 7.4 is live!
It’s Week 2 of BLAST OFF! Which means a new set of contracts and rewards to complete! 👀
And, in case you missed it, we’ve added an option to toggle the pixelation effect for those of you who felt it was too strong. Just disable Lens Distortion in the Video section of the Settings menu for a pixel-free experience and get blasting!
Support a Streamer Event!
Show love to your favorite THE FINALS creators by subscribing or gifting subs during this new drop event. Tune in for more info soon!
Finally, check out this week's Store Update for some cosmically cool additions 👽 and some classic items that are temporarily on sale!
Have a blast!!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks–
As you complete the 2nd week of the BLAST OFF! contracts, you may be missing a few items such as the mustache, shoes, and gloves! This is not on purpose! Those items are supposed to be delivered into your account once you have completed all the item rewards, but we need to fix a mistake in how they are handed out.
We’ll be working on this fix with hopes of having it done tomorrow! Sorry for the confusion and thanks for the reports from those of you who have already made it through all the contracts!
//Dusty
UPDATE: This is now fixed! You should have your missing items
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey everyone!
Our Support a Streamer campaign is going strong – thank you for all the love and gifted subs! It’s been raining support on Twitch for 24 hours straight. You’re incredible!
We’ve heard your feedback on the Buffer Overflow skins from gifting 1 sub - and we agree, they could look cooler.
We originally balanced the bundle around a $15 value (3 rare weapons + a legendary helmet), but in-game the skins didn’t quite hit the mark, so we’re upgrading them to animated Epics in patch 7.6!
Here’s a sneak peek at the new look.
Thanks again for the amazing support, and I'll catch you on Twitch and see you in the Arena!
~Oscar
<@&1011235029252313099>
frank thistle
Update 7.5 is live!
Today it’s goodbye to BLAST OFF, and hello to some exciting new content on the horizon!
Celebrate summer in style with the new store update! Kick back in a relaxing beach chair with the new ‘Sudden Lounge’ emote or decimate your opponents with the new ‘Flop Drop’ skin for the throwing knives. Throwable flip flops? It might be time for grandma to finally go pro in THE FINALS 🩴
Dome shields have begun covering cashout stations across the Arenas as Season 7 sponsor-interloper CNS are taking over the show in World Tour. While the event is active, cash in and defend your prize with the extra help of a damage-blocking dome for your team to rally inside!
Check out the full patch notes here.
Enjoy the sun, Contestants - and watch out for those flying flip flops!
Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
An exploit which disconnects your opponents was discovered today and has begun spreading through the community, and we are working on a solution.
While we work: Do NOT use the exploit. Abusing the exploit will result in a permanent ban with no option for appeal.
To help us clear out those who used it, please report them with video or screenshots in #video-player-reports - and we will deal with them
Thank you, sleep tight - and stay vigilant 🤝
~Oscar
frank thistle
Ready, Set.. CASHBALL!
Update 7.6 is HERE, and it’s bringing the heat with:
🔸 SUPER CASHBALL, our all-new 5v5 mode!
🔸 New Arena: CA$HBALL STADIUM!
🔸 The SUPER CASHBALL WHEEL, earn rewards from our new sponsor VAIIYA!
🔸 Voice Customization is live!
🔸 Twitch Drops return with CHUCK THE BALL!
AND!
🔸 A massive melee update with buffs and improved functionality!
🔸 Fix for a major Minigun server crash exploit — bans are going out, RS is being refunded
🔸 Balance tweaks to gadgets, maps, and loadouts
🔸 The Lotus Reaper Set (with 2400 MB) & Overexposed FAMAS hit the store!
There’s a lot in this one, head over to #patch-notes for the full rundown!
See you in CASHBALL STADIUM, Contestants!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
restive saffron
Hey there, Contestants!
As some of you may have noticed, the "CNS Script-Shirt" top was changed with today's update.
This was not intentional, and we plan on pushing a fix with the next client update to bring back its original look.
See you all in the Arena!
hexed garnet
UPDATE 7.7 IS HERE!
Heyo Contestants!
It’s a style-overload in the Arena this week with a store update that brings the heat and the leather:
The ÖRF BADOOM! Mythic Frag Grenade skin has landed. It’s soft, cheeky, and seriously explosive. With a smart remark for every moment, you’ve got a friend for life.. Or at least until it goes BADOOM!
Also in the store, Bancho Rising brings street-born swagger, the Mayhem Threat Set strips down the AKM for maximum impact, check it all out in this week’s store video!
On the fixes and improvements side of things, we have enabled support for spectators in Cash Ball Private Matches! There is a bug where everyone is wearing the same colored outfit, but you can still tell players apart through their outline and the color of their health bars!
And we’ve got one more thing…
The Embark Creator Program is LIVE!
Go from Contestant to Rising Star and apply to the program! Grow your creator journey, and rise through the ranks with us!
More info right here!
See you in the Arena, Contestants!
~Caroline
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Everyone!
This is about the current issue affecting gamepad / controller users on PC:
We're working on a solution to the problem, and hope to have it solved by the next time we do a client update.
In the meantime, we have a workaround which seems to resolve the issue for most affected users, please give it a try while we work on solving the root issue! 🙏
1️⃣ Open Steam
2️⃣ Go your library
3️⃣ Right click "THE FINALS"
4️⃣ Click "properties"
5️⃣ Click "Controller"
6️⃣ Find "Override for THE FINALS" and set it to "Disable Steam Input"
Thanks for being patient with us while we work on solving it
hybrid goblet
**Update 7.8 is LIVE! 
**
Sponsored by VAIIYA, the** Risk & Reward World Tour** is back, and this time, the stakes are smarter.
Throughout the event, Contestants will earn varying amounts of cash for eliminations based on the Weapon, Gadget, or tactic used. It’s the perfect time to rethink your Loadout and bring your most devious strategies to the Arena.
Looking to turn heads while you turn the tide of battle? The store has been restocked with high-contrast, high-drama looks. Face off in black-and-white with Mandatum Nullum and Mandatum Ultimum, or flash feathers and firepower with the Aviatrix Prime Load, a dual pistol set crafted in the spirit of light and shadow. Check it all out in this week’s store video!
And if you’ve been waiting for news on the Grand Major 2025, the time has come. Today at <t:1754575200:t>, we’re revealing the full competitive format, including a breakdown video, detailed blog, and complete rulebook
SEE YOU IN THE ARENA!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants
The format is set for The Grand Major 2025 and the rulebooks are live.
DreamHack Stockholm will host the final stage on November 28-29, where the 16 best teams in the world will face off for their slice of the $100.000 prize pool.
Open Qualifiers for NA and EMEA begin August 30th, with APAC operated separately by Nexon and Tencent.
Final Round and Cashout will both be featured across all stages, with a new hybrid elimination format. The rulebooks are now available, covering everything from team eligibility to match formats and live event structure.
This is where and when it all begins.
Watch the reveal video now, and check out the blog.
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/rte3
Sign up. Qualify. Make your name known in The Arena.
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello Contestants!
Update 7.9 is coming soon, but a slight snag in our plans will delay it for a few hours. We'll update you as soon as we know more!
Thank you for your patience!
//Dusty
hybrid goblet
UPDATE 7.9 IS LIVE!
Hello Contestants!
The end-of-season showdown has now officially begun with our new Limited-Time Mode,** Head 2 Head**, where CNS and VAIIYA will duke it out in a final-round of Cashout. Faster respawns, unlimited coins and a brand new Gameshow Event, Nedstrike. You will want to be on the lookout for this one! Complete Contracts and earn free rewards including VAIIYA and CNS-themed skins.
Still missing some pages in your Battle Pass? We’ve got you covered! XP Override is now engaged all the way until the end of the season, with 200% XP for Daily Contracts and up to 150% XP and Fans for gameplay.
We’re also bringing a brand-new feature to stay as a party after the end of your match, balance changes, a bunch of bug-fixes, fresh content into the store and a new set of Twitch rewards for you to grab! You can find more details in the full patch-notes
Finally, the registrations of the Open Qualifiers are now OPEN! This is the start of the road to The Grand Major 2025, assemble your team and start your journey to fame.
Blogpost: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/790
Thanks for waiting!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hotfix 7.9.1
Yesterday’s update introduced a few bugs that we have been tackling through the nights. So here comes a Hotfix that should solve many of the issues you have been running into.
**Performance **
--Fixed an issue that caused a memory crash in certain situations
--Fixed a problem where returning players could not get past the Terms of Service agreement
Modes
--Yesterday we reverted a change that made any remaining Cashboxes disappear in Overtime, but it was not successful. Now, you will keep Cashboxes in Overtime in World Tour, but they will disappear in Ranked Tournament, as in intended
Thank you for your detailed reports which helped us find and fix these issues.
We are aware that “toggle” inputs, such as “Toggle Sprint” have been affected and no longer work as intended, which is tough to deal with especially for controller players. We’re still working on a fix for this, so in the meantime, please be aware that the changes in behavior are not intended.
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello all,
We have another Hotfix for you today! Here are the changes
**Performance **
--Fixed shutdown crash issue for Xbox PC
--Fixed kick issue (TFAV3015) on Steam Deck/Proton that was introduced in Update 7.9.0
--Performed optimization on memory that should reduce some instances of stutter during gameplay
**Gameplay **
--Fixed an issue that caused toggle inputs such as Toggle Sprint and Toggle Crouch to work incorrectly
UI
--Fixed an issue that caused the wrong World Tour stop to be displayed
Thank you to everyone for all the support you've been sending out way!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Update 7.10.0 is LIVE!
Hello Contestants!
This week’s** store update** was maid for you! Perform a clean sweep in the Miss Demeanor Outfit, and ride the vibe with Dale the Whale! Check out the discounts on some older bundles in the store, starting now and lasting for the next two weeks!
Take the Head 2 Head fight to new locations! All Arenas have been added to the rotation, while Nedstrike will continue its rampage on the four original Arenas (Bernal, Monaco, Kyoto, and Las Vegas).
Tune in today at <t:1755788400:t> to our very first Embark Creator Showdown!
Oscar and Caroline will be leading two teams of Creators in an epic showdown across multiple game-modes. Join us LIVE on Twitch and YouTube later today and let them know which side you’re on!
SEE YOU IN THE ARENA
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Store Update 7.11.0 is LIVE!
Hey there Contestants!
This week, we’ve carved out a new store update with the Cardbored to Death set and a couple other additions. Head 2 Head is still going strong, new contracts, new rewards - so make sure to check them out and get busy!
We're in full swing here at the office prepping for Season 8 - we can't wait to begin showing you all the cool stuff that's coming
See you in The Arena, Contestants!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Improving the New Player Experience
With Season 8, we want new players to immediately see the variety THE FINALS has to offer!
That’s why we’re introducing Playstyles: pre-made Contestant templates combining Specialization, Weapon, and Gadgets into a recognizable style of play. Each comes with a strong fantasy behind it, something new players can instantly connect with and of course, easily customize!
Design Director, Matt Lowe, talks about our journey to revamping the first time player experience in a new blog here.
This will allow new players to unlock Equipment faster and get a better understanding of the fast-paced world of THE FINALS. These unique pre-set arsenals will teach newbies the ropes for each class, setting them up for success in the Arena!
Existing players should feel almost no difference in their experience. Read all about it now on Matt’s blog and let us know what you think. Season 8 is around the corner, and soon you’ll get to see it for yourself!
With new players pouring in, now is the best time for us to make improvements to how new Contestants get onboarded.
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
We've just released a server update which removes the broken "Interrupt opponents who are stealing your team's cashout or interfering with your team's decryption at the terminal, X times"-contract which was preventing players from completing some of the contract circuits!
If you had the contract, you will now have a new one 🙏
Best of luck wrapping up season 7, Contestants - Season 8 is just around the corner!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
hexed garnet
**We're only closer to THE GRAND MAJOR **
Hellooo Contestants!
The journey to our first esport competition is underway, and we cannot wait to meet up outside of the Arena!
As we are starting to prepare for DreamHack, we are curious to know how many of you are planning on attending and so we need your help!
We have made a survey with a few questions below and it would be amazing if you could fill it out and help us prepare for this amazing event.
Thank you so much, see you in the Arena - and maybe at DreamHack!
~Caroline
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
**Hello Contestants! **
This is the last update of the Season, but not the least! Season 8 is getting closer, and we can’t wait to share more about it 
World Tour is up to a familiar dance with CNS.SYNC! Strike a pose near a cashout to earn extra cash. This time, you’ll earn more cash the longer you emote while the dance floor is active! Time to show those moves!
How do you do, fellow Contestants ? Get ready for a rad store update with the Sick Trick Rick Set! Kick ass in style with the Vaporwave Board, and blast off with your Inner Spark 🔥
And don’t forget to tune in to our Dev Stream tonight at <t:1756998000:t>!
<@&1011235012827422791>
restive saffron
**Hey there, Contestants <@&1011235012827422791>
GAME ON!**
We’re officially kicking off teasing for Season 8 of THE FINALS, keep your eyes out for daily sneak peeks!
This brand-new season is right around the corner, and we know you're itching to see what’s on the horizon.
Tune-in to our socials daily to get an early look at what’s coming, and mark your calendars for the grand Reveal Event, followed immediately by the Launch, on September 10
See you there!
eternal cypress
Pull every eye where it belongs 👁️ <@&1011235012827422791>
Save the date - September 10 at 7:30 AM PT / 4:30 PM CEST!
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Our banger Music Team is proud to give you an exclusive preview of the beats powering Season 8! 🔥 <@&1011235012827422791>
Don’t miss the reveal live on **September 10 at 7:30 AM PT / 4:30 PM CEST! **
🗓️https://youtube.com/live/vkELbszA7aU
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We’ve brought new toys for you to play with… Dangerous ones. 💥 <@&1011235012827422791>
Catch the premiere - September 10 at 7:30 AM PT / 4:30 PM CEST!
🗓️ https://youtube.com/live/vkELbszA7aU
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Don’t miss the reveal - <t:1757514600:f> !
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Turning up the dial on what you love most 💥 <@&1011235012827422791>
Join us for the reveal on - <t:1757514600:f> !
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SEASON 8 STARTS NOW
*THE WORLD IS WATCHING. *
It’s time to unite! This is the main event, Contestants. With all eyes on the grandest of stages, if there ever was a moment to play your best, this is it. The game is on. The greatest gameshow on Earth is back for another season! This is THE FINALS.
<@&1011235012827422791>
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wtubUGD2M-4
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Contestants! <@&1011235012827422791>
A LOT of you are clearly excited to hop in Season 8 of THE FINALS, our server infrastructure is being overloaded!
We are working on scaling up our servers to let all of you into the Arena. We'll keep you guys up to speed
EDIT: Our server situation is stabilizing! We're keeping a close eye on everything. Thank you everyone for being with us during this launch 
hybrid goblet
HOTFIX 8.0.1
Hello, Contestants!
We’ve just deployed a hotfix to solve some of the unexpected issues introduced in Update 8.0.0.
- Fixed the “super dash” which could occur while using Evasive Dash
- Fixed cosmetics issues with the Fuel to the Fire visual effect and the Black Nile Project Mask
- Reverted the change preventing quick cancellation of an animation after use
- Fixed some weapon issues with dagger sound effects, Pike-556 headshot multiplier, and sword sound effects
- Fixed H+ Infuser interactions with some items
Check out the full notes here: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/801
Thank you so much for the love and support for the Season 8 launch! Can’t wait for you to experience all this Season has to offer, my friends!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks!
When we started making THE FINALS, we wanted to bring together all the things we always loved in games: player choice and systemic design, deep interactivity, sandbox physics and destruction, and both playstyle and visual customization, and make them the foundation of the entire game. It was all about giving players agency, creativity, and the ability to shape their own experience. We gave this philosophy a name: Dynamism!
In this episode of MAKING THE FINALS, our Creative Director, Gustav Tilleby Silow, explains Dynamism and walks us through the journey of making the world’s first Dynamism Shooter.
MAKING THE FINALS | Creating a Dynamism Shooter
Enjoy and have a wonderful weekend!
//Dusty
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hybrid goblet
**Hello Contestants! **
One week into Season 8 and we’re ready for the first update!
The store update brings you the Hexscribe Set, which is bound to break your heart and your toys! Speaking of toys, a new ÖRF! collectable has entered the Arena and this time it’s Chubble Trouble the Goo Grenade! On top of that, it doesn’t matter if you like your weapons wrapped in barbed wire or dipped in Acrylic paint, there’s something for every Contestant!
We also welcome two new flag bundles: Mexico and France!
We’re also getting ready for the [Closed Qualifiers](#esports-announcements message) this weekend that will lead the winning teams to The Grand Major 2025! Tune in and watch our talented hosts and casters as they take us on this last step of the journey.
Speaking of DreamHack, do you plan to be there for The Grand Major in Stockholm? If so, fill out this [survey](#game-announcements message) so we can make plans to see you there! If you already filled it out, please don’t do so again unless your plans have changed.
Happy Update day!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
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THE CLOSED QUALIFIERS ARE GETTING CLOSER
Tomorrow will be the start of something great. 32 Teams in. 7 Teams out. Who will be bringing back the precious passes to The Grand Major 2025?
Watch them fight for the entertainment, the fame, and the favors of the Sponsors! CAN THEY REACH THE FINALS?
We will have an amazing show for you all, commented and analyzed by our amazing cast.
So set your alarms for the Closed Qualifiers and make sure to tune in starting TOMORROW!
• EMEA Closed Qualifier
| On <t:1758369600:f> to <t:1758405600:f>
• NA Closed Qualifier
| On <t:1758470400:f> to <t:1758506400:f>
We’ll be live on:
**- Twitch: https://twitch.tv/thefinals
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reachthefinals**
SEE YOU TOMORROW IN THE ARENA <@&1011235012827422791> <@&1405596660683378769> <@&1011235029252313099>
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The Arena is ready. We are LIVE! <@&1011235012827422791> <@&1405596660683378769> <@&1011235029252313099>
The Grand Major 2025’s Closed Qualifiers have officially started, beginning today with the EMEA region! We are now LIVE from the Studio with our team of talented Hosts, Casters, and Analysts. We’re bringing you a day packed with action, insane plays and fantastic players ready to earn their tickets to Stockholm. It all goes down now, it’s GAME TIME!
**Join us LIVE on:
- Twitch: https://twitch.tv/thefinals
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reachthefinals**
And if you want more, many partners from our Embark Creator Program will be hosting watch-parties, including:
**- The Finals Central: https://www.twitch.tv/thefinalscentral
- Merch (from MeechNMerch): https://www.twitch.tv/onlymerch
- Enekos (Spanish broadcast!): https://www.twitch.tv/EnekosBlack
- AnyaByss : https://www.twitch.tv/anyabyssttv**
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We are back and we are LIVE! <@&1011235012827422791> <@&1405596660683378769> <@&1011235029252313099>
Welcome to DAY 2 of the Closed Qualifiers, back for more in the NA region! Still broadcasted by the greatest team of Hosts, Casters and Analysts, come watch some of the most spectacular matches of the year! Which teams will complete the final roaster for** The Grand Major 2025?** The battle is fierce, and the tickets limited.
It’s GAME TIME!
**Join us LIVE on:
- Twitch: https://twitch.tv/thefinals
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reachthefinals**
And just like yesterday, some of our partners from the Embark Creator Program will be hosting watch-parties, including:
**- The Finals Central: https://www.twitch.tv/thefinalscentral
- Merch (from MeechNMerch): https://www.twitch.tv/onlymerch
- Enekos (Spanish broadcast!): https://www.twitch.tv/EnekosBlack**
hybrid goblet
**Update 8.2 is live! **
Reach new heights with **TRENTILA 
**, the proud sponsors of this week’s World Tour stop! In Vertigo, you’ll experience an all new game-show event, aptly named Double-Jump! When it’s active, you’ll be able to jump twice in a row and expect lots of power in the second hop!
As for the store update, get yourself the Coverage Cutters Set for all your insurance needs! Grab the Eclipse Shade Set for extra protection, and check out the Wireline Set, no strings attached guaranteed! Keep your account in order with the Silent Ledger Set, and enjoy a cold one with your team in the Brew Brawler Hat.
Let’s also welcome the Australia and Germany bundles in the store!
See you in the Arena!
<@&1011235012827422791>
eternal cypress
RUBY REWARDS S8
Hello hello Contestants!
For everyone who dreams of the Grand Major from the comfort of their home, Ruby Rewards are the next big thing to show the world you’re the best of the best!
**The fight for fame is now on! **Keep your spot in the top 500 until the end of the Season and earn your bragging rights:
🔺S8 Ruby ARN-220
🔺S8 Ruby Nullifier
🔺S8 Ruby Emblem
🔺S8 Ruby Player Card background and Badge
🔺S8 Ruby Sticker and Charm
As always, you can check the top contestants in-game and over on our website: https://id.embark.games/the-finals/leaderboards/s8
Do your Sponsor proud, the world is watching! <@&1011235012827422791>
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Pearly Gates currently closed 🏛️ Grand Opening October 2 <@&1011235012827422791>
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Update 8.3 is LIVE <@&1011235012827422791>
Get ready to shine in HEAVEN OR ELSE, a limited-time, 5v5 showdown where Contestants will fight for their lives (and their afterlives!) armed with a Spear and a few extra tools fine-tuned for the competition! Sponsored by HOLTOW Pearly Gates Insurance, your key to eternity
This week’s store update asks you to choose between good or evil! Pick your side with the two new companions Quill and Cinder, and prove a point with the new spears. But we all know Nama Tama is the cutest, Double Yolk earrings oblige. Poland and Greece bundles are also joining the stage, alongside the The Grand Major 25 Prime selection, the perfect fit for all your tournament needs!
Speaking of tournaments, the first Esports bundles have arrived! It’s never too early to show your champions some love! No efforts were spared from our Sponsors and their signed up teams. Support your favorites by wearing their colors! 🏆
Not seeing the Qualified Team you are rooting for? More bundles will be coming in future updates!
And let’s not forget about Twitch Drops! Tune in to your favorite stream, the Broadcast Blaze set is now available on all streams with Twitch Drops enabled until October 16th 2025. Watch for 4 hours, and go get those free cosmetics for the M26, Cerberus, and ShAK-50! Don’t miss your chance!
And while Oscar is away, the official livestream must go on! Join us later today at <t:1759417200:t> with our amazing host Ardy!
SEE YOU IN THE ARENA
hybrid goblet
Hello yolks!
If you are an avid Update reader, you've noticed some changes to the way things are set up across a few maps! To go a bit deeper into that, Level Designers Mart and Midas have made a blog post to explain how small changes can have a big impact!
So many of the changes come from pain points raised in this Discord server, so thank you so much for all the input you send our way! You may notice a theme here in Season 8, and yes we plan more Arena updates, tweaks, and QoL changes as the season goes on.
NOTE: Some of you may have been blocked from purchasing Multibucks since the update today, but in a few moments this issue will be resolved
Hope you're having fun in Heaven or Else!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
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**Hey Contestants! ** <@&1011235012827422791>
We’ve just pushed a hotfix for some of the issues you’ve been encountering since yesterday’s update.
Thank you everyone, as always, for helping to report these issues to us!
This is a server sided fix, so no need to download anything!
Hotfix 8.3.1 details:
- Fix for "Complete Daily contracts" from Heaven Or Else not progressing
- Fix for Heaven Or Else rounds not counting toward Quickplay Progression
- Fix for BFR not using hitscan, causing it to be ineffective at long range
jovial spear
Introducing HOLTOW Pearly Gates Insurance
Because eternity is a long time, without coverage.
<@&1011235012827422791>
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Update 8.4 is LIVE <@&1011235012827422791>
Welcome to the second week of HEAVEN OR ELSE, Contestants!
Your ascension to HOLTOW’s Pearly Gates is not over, we’ve got **new contracts **for you to complete to earn a brand-new set of fiery rewards. We’ve also reverted our last change to the Riot Shield while we investigate a collision issue, check our blog-post for extra details!
The spooky season is rapidly approaching, so we’re bringing back some Halloween classics to the store. We’re also slowly turning the spook dial on some maps — but there’s always more to come 👀
Lastly, we’re welcoming Japan and the Netherlands to our parade of nations!
Note: We have an incorrect tag on the Cashout Conjurer Set that claims it will expire in 1000s of days. In reality, it will expire in about 28 days. We’ll fix it as soon as possible!
See you in the Arena, contestants!
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks!
Some Power Shift players may have stumbled into a map with no platform, but we just pushed a fix (no update required) for the problem. If you happened to land in a buggy version of NOZOMI/CITADEL without a platform, that mistake should now be rectified!
You’ll only get maps with platforms from here on out! So sorry for the confusing matches
Thanks for all the reports that helped us figure this out and fix it! You are the best and sweetest of eggs!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
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**Update 8.5 is LIVE ** <@&1011235012827422791>
Welcome to the fastest World Tour yet with this week’s new event: Rushdown!
Pick up speed boosts from eliminated opponents and outrun the competition! Go get ‘em, speedsters!
On the store front, we’ve got another collection of bewitching Halloween themed items coming to the store today! Both new and returning pieces will keep you grim and proper for the season. We’re also welcoming our fellow Nordic today, Finland and Norway joining the parade of nations!
For the fans in the stands, five new esports bundles are dropping later today in the shop. Players on consoles may have already seen a preview, but outfits will not be delivered until the full release. Make sure to rep’ your favorite team’s colors in the Arena (or your favorite sponsor)! 🔥
Still don’t see your team? Don’t worry, there are more bundles to come before The Grand Major at DreamHack in Stockholm, Nov 28-29 !
Check the full Patchnotes here: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/850
SEE YOU IN THE ARENA CONTESTANTS!
hybrid goblet
Hello again, Yolks!
As you may have noticed, we had a bit of an issue getting these new esports bundles into your hands today, but our team worked diligently to fix that, so I am happy to announce they are now available!
We've pushed a fix, so expect an update! You should now be able to buy said bundles and/or receive them In-Game if you already did buy them on console, for instance. Thank you everyone for your patience, you guys are the best
We also want to extend a thank you to the teams whose bundles release today for their patience as we worked for a solution.
We're welcoming bundles for:
Vanguard Gaming x DISSUN
Team Secret x IVADA
Gen.G x ENO+RINO
FNATIC x VAIIYA
TSM x TRENTILA
Love to all the eggs!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
jovial spear
They’re coming... are you ready?
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
We’re (collectively, all of us) in the middle of a massive server outage with many services down, including THE FINALS. Hold tight while we await stabilization, yolks
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Look like we're out of the woods, dear eggs!
You should be able to get back in the Arena! If you received an RS penalty during this outage, we are in the process of reverting those points now.
Thank you for your patience, Contestants!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello friends!
Looks like something went awry when the daily contracts switched over less than hour ago and now all the Contracts (apart from Club and Daily) are not accessible. We're aware of this issue and working on a fix! Will update as soon as we have solved it!
We're sorry for this inconvenience! We'll keep you up to date on the situation as it unfolds
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello friends--
The issue has been resolved and you should now be able to see your contracts!
Sorry for the long wait! Let us know if you see any issues
Thank you for your reports and your patience!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
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**Mid-Season Update 8.6 is LIVE ** <@&1011235012827422791>
Happy (early) Halloween, Contestants!
And welcome to our Mid-Season update. We’ve packed a bunch of treats for you in this one, so let’s get right into it!
To start off strong, we’re bringing a brand-new LTM to the Arena: Ghoul Rush
Everyone starts off as a survivor in a Free-For-All mode with one goal: surviving. If you get eliminated, that’s it, you come back as Ghoul with the task of hunting all the remaining survivors. Can you survive Ghoul Rush? It’s time to find out..
Alongside Ghoul Rush, a new whee.. Wait, scratch that, pumpkins?! 🎃
That’s right, The Haunted Harvest is here! Complete your daily Haunted Harvest contract, pick a pumpkin to smash and reveal a new reward each day. If you complete this contract every single day, you will earn all 14 rewards for free, which includes a Legendary set! Be careful, if you miss a day, a random pumpkin will rot, and you’ll only be able to get that prize by using Multibucks.
We’re also bringing a bunch of new content, including a terrifying store update, two new DLC bundles, Twitch drops, new features, bug fixes... The only thing missing is the full-size candy bar!
Check out the full patch notes below.
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/860
See you in the Arena, Contestants!
hybrid goblet
**Hotfix 8.6.1 **
Hello all, we just pushed a Hotfix to address two issues from the Midseason Update.
This Hotfix will fix:
- An issue causing a crash
- An issue causing your choice of enabling/disabling Open to Friends in the Social Menu to be kept between sessions
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hi Yolks!
In the last update, we had a quick mention of changes to the base frame of the M60, a weapon that has been in the game well before our very first Closed Alpha!
We plan to keep THE FINALS fresh and up to date for years to come with not only additional content, but also by improving the content we already have in place. You’ve already seen us doing this with Smooth Destruction this Season.
For those interested in the details of this technical and visual upgrade, we’ve got a dev blog that provides the details here: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/m60-technical-upgrade
Enjoy!
//Dusty
<@&1011235029252313099>
jovial spear
**Update 8.7 is LIVE ** <@&1011235012827422791>
Hello Contestants!
We have a small update for you all today with a freshly updated store featuring the Corn to be Wild set and more festive Día de los Muertos cosmetics!
Don’t forget to check out Ghoul Rush if you haven’t already, and to keep on smashing pumpkins in The Haunted Harvest! We also tweaked some values for the Yin-Yang Bang set to make sure the skin looked more dynamic when in use.
As you may know, ARC Raiders is out today!
To celebrate the launch, we’ve sent a free gift to everyone directly to your In-Game mail-box, including a Scrappy charm!
Check out the full blogpost here: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/870
See you in the Arena and Topside
jovial spear
**Update 8.8 is LIVE ** <@&1011235012827422791>
This week, Head Hunter is making its return to World Tour! Watch your back in the Arena or your bounty will be snatched away.
As for the store, make them see red with this week’s fiery Ember Bender Set. Or let the competition taste the Better Nature set, using TRENTILA’s latest real fruit (but better)! Nearly 0% side effects! **Belgium **and Denmark are also joining the parade of Nations.
Finally, the last of the **esports bundles **are in! No more excuses to not support your team in the Arena. Show your favorite!
You may also have noticed the crowds are getting ready for The Grand Major 2025! Bigger stands, grander decorations, and lots of hype to be prepared for the first official esports tournament!
Tune in or come see us live at DreamHack on Nov 28-29!
As usual, check out our full blogpost here 🏆
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**ROAD TO ESPORTS ** <@&1011235012827422791>
It is time, the Team Seedings are now officially in for The Grand Major 2025! 🏆
Check out today’s blogpost and get all the latest info on the upcoming Grand Major 2025. You don’t want to miss that!
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/rte4
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Get ready for a fresh blast of excitement 💥
<@&1011235012827422791>
jovial spear
**Update 8.9 is LIVE ** <@&1011235012827422791>
Some fresh content is coming your way as well as a long list of bug-fixes, quality of life changes, and performance improvements thanks to various engine-level optimizations.
**BLAST OFF **is back with a SOUR CORE punch! In this classic 3 v 3 Limited Time Mode, tune your CL-40, Jump Pad and Evasive Dash and take to the skies in low gravity Bernal! This event will run longer than usual, giving you plenty of time to complete contracts, earn up to 10 free rewards, and make sure your name shines on the top of the leaderboard!
As for the Store Update, it’s all power, no sugar thanks to our sponsor OSPUZE. POP em’ faster than they can PERFORM with the Wild Pour West Set and if necessary, the Zestinator RPG is there to make your message extra clear. And if you're new at the game, a fresh Starter Pack DLC is here to give you the push you need.
Need a hand finishing your Battle Pass or gathering some extra Fans for your Sponsor track? We’ve got you covered with the** Major XP event**! Starting now, you’ll get 200% XP for Daily Contracts and up to 150% XP and Fans for gameplay all the way until the end of the season!
And as usual, Twitch Drops are back! Check out your favorite streamer with drops enabled, watch them for the required time, and receive your prize!
In an effort to improve the quality and safety of Voice Chat, we’re rolling out the testing of a voice moderation system to help keep conversations safe and enjoyable for everyone.
This update also includes a more robust** Spectator mode**, an essential feature for our community and the **upcoming Grand Major 2025. **
Season 9 is right around the corner and the team has been hard at work. We can’t wait to share more with you all soon!
Check out the full Patch notes here:
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/890
hybrid goblet
Hey Yolks--
After the 8.9 patch we noticed latency issues for Xbox players. Those issues have been fixed now. Thank you for the early alerts and info that helped us reach a fast fix
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
The TGM25 Pass is here!
Unlock some of the best Grand Major 2025 content yet with this limited-time Pass. 16 top-tier cosmetics commemorate this epic moment in the history of THE FINALS.
This Pass is only available until <t:1765360800:D>, but once you own it, you'll be able to earn and unlock the items at your own pace!
We're also gearing up to have some awesome Twitch drops during the event, so you can tune in and rack up the rewards!
SEE YOU AT DREAMHACK STOCKHOLM
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
jovial spear
**THE GRAND MAJOR 2025 TALENTS LINEUP **
THE GRAND MAJOR 2025 is just a step away, and we’ve got a lineup of hosts, casters, analysts and incredible talent to guide you along every step of the way! Don’t miss a single amazing play in our intense grand finale to the very first official esports tournament for THE FINALS!
Let’s take a closer look at the talented folks who will give Scotty and June a run for their money during the event:
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/tgm25-talent
See you in the Arena and at Dreamhack Stockholm! <@&1405596660683378769> <@&1011235029252313099>
hybrid goblet
Hey Yolks,
Some of you noticed that the double jump was not working properly in the BLAST OFF: SOURCORE limited-time Game Mode! Thanks to your reports, we were able to figure out the issue and fix it. Your double jump should be back now, have fun and take to the skies!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
jovial spear
**Store update 8.10 is LIVE ** <@&1011235012827422791>
In this week's store update, **TRENTILA **is bringing only the best in terms of fashion and firepower. Make them taste the difference!
For the ÖRF fans, your latest companion Pip is here! A chatty fellow like his two friends, we declined a quote to let you enjoy them yourself.
And a warm welcome to India, Czechia and Peru, joining the rest of the Calling bundles!
As the Grand Major 2025 is just around the corner, don't forget to book the date November 28 & 29 from <t:1764320400:t> to watch the stream on Twitch, or attend in person!
If you are visiting Stockholm, join us for the Grand Mingle 2025 to meet the devs, finalists, and fellow players for a nice chat! Sign up is available here
Check out the full Patch notes here:
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/8100
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🐉 Season 9 | DRAGON RISING 🐉
Full Reveal this Saturday during The Grand Major 2025, <t:1764423000:f> ! <@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
We're aware of an issue affecting our servers, and we're currently actively investigating! 🙏
~Oscar
frank thistle
Hey again Contestants!
Game seems to be stabilizing and you should be making your way back into The Arena shortly.
We will keep monitoring the situation just in case.
~Oscar
hybrid goblet
Store Update 8.11 is LIVE <@&1011235012827422791>
Hello Contestants!
Get ready for the return of a classic World Tour Event with a new deadly twist to it, one that might catch the competition off-guard as well as yourself with Dead Go Toxic.
We also have a packed** store update** for you all with the arrival of a legend in the Arena: Ursa.
And of course, do not forget to tune in tomorrow for the biggest event in THE FINALS yet. The time is now. The Grand Major 2025 starts tomorrow.
Tune in in person at Dreamhack Stockholm or join us live on:
**https://twitch.tv/thefinals
https://www.youtube.com/@reachthefinals **
Check out the full Patchnotes here: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/8110
eternal cypress
**STEAM AWARDS - LABOR OF LOVE **
For almost two years now, THE FINALS has been a game shaped by the continuous love of the Embark team and its players.
Every day we are grateful for the energy you bring to the Arena, and for the support that has kept us building, improving and evolving.
With our biggest event yet, The Grand Major 2025, our approaching second year anniversary, and the coming Season 9, our journey together continues, filled with passion, creativity, and the occasional destruction.
We'll be honoured to celebrate this milestone with your support. Vote for us in the Steam Awards: Labor of Love 2025 before December 1st!
<@&1011235012827422791>
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2073850/view/516353740894109878
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THE GRAND MAJOR 2025 | Day 1
🔴 The Grand Major 2025 is Live Now on Twitch and Youtube! <@&1011235012827422791>
Join us and enjoy the show!
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Who will be crowned?👑
16 Teams in. One champion.
Who will reach THE FINALS?
<@&1011235012827422791>
eternal cypress
THE GRAND MAJOR 2025 👑
Final day of THE GRAND MAJOR 2025 is starting at <t:1764406800:t> TODAY <@&1011235012827422791>
Here is a recap of Day One!
Don't forget to join the stream to support your team!
https://www.twitch.tv/thefinals
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rrb1TEO1_50
eternal cypress
THE GRAND MAJOR 2025 👑 <@&1011235012827422791>
Final day of THE GRAND MAJOR 2025 is LIVE now on Twitch and YouTube!
Who will reach THE FINALS?
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SEASON 9 REVEALS
Join The Grand Major 2025 Stream NOW for Season 9 Reveals LIVE 🐉 <@&1011235012827422791>
eternal cypress
Missed the Season 9 Reveals ? Watch them right here 👇
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THE GRAND MAJOR 2025 🏆 <@&1011235012827422791> <@&1405596660683378769>
Down to the Top 4, if you are not watching what are you doing?
eternal cypress
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR GRAND MAJOR 2025 WINNERS NTMR🏆
FEAT THE NTMR
Lasagna, Uni, Gremliners, and coach Zee
<@&1011235012827422791> <@&1405596660683378769>
SEE YOU AT THE GRAND MAJOR 2026 <@&1405596660683378769> <@&1011235012827422791> <@&1011235029252313099>
hybrid goblet
**Update 8.12 is LIVE **
Welcome to the last update of Season 8, Contestants!
We’d like to thank everyone who attended The Grand Major 2025, in person or virtually, and helped make this the biggest event in THE FINALS yet. We will be back next year!
Dragon Rising is right around the corner, as is Year 3 of the best virtual gameshow in the world!
This week’s store update is bringing some of the most lethal weapons in the Arena yet: a warm pumpkin-spice latte and a toaster. That’s right, take your time to enjoy the moment with the Miss Elimi-Latte Set and serve breakfast with each elimination with the Toast & Roast Set.
Sponsor Showdown is also in full effect, so make sure to make them proud! Playing any game mode in THE FINALS will earn your chosen sponsor fans. There will be only one winner.
Finally, we’d like to invite all content creators to our Season 9 Preview Event! Get the opportunity to play Season 9 early, stream it, record gameplay, and share the hype with your community on December 8, 2025. Make sure to fill out the form below and read about all the event’s details!
Sign up here: https://embark.link/S9Preview
Check out the full Patch notes here:
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/8120
Thank you again to everyone, this is the best community in the world!
//Dusty
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restive saffron
Two years of THE FINALS, with 8 amazing seasons so far and Season 9 - Dragon Rising right around the corner. <@&1011235012827422791>
It's an understatement to say that we couldn't have done it without you. We can't wait for you all to get your hands on this new season, and shape year 3 of THE FINALS with us, into the best one yet
Our amazing community constantly surprises us with all your creativity and passion - and you've done it again for this anniversary
Here's the result of a collaboration coordinated by @smoky badger, co-hosted by @grave ember and created by some of the many wonderfully skilled artists from our community. And a big thank you to @soft fern for their contribution as well!
Seeing the connections and friendships made through THE FINALS as a real piece of art is the biggest gift to all of us
Make sure to check the thread below and send them love and appreciation!
#1429771171964129311 message
From everyone at Embark, thank you for sticking with us, providing feedback and sharing your passion for THE FINALS every single day.
See you in the Arena!
hybrid goblet
**BIG CHANGE FOLLOWING YESTERDAY’S PREVIEW EVENT: **
Yesterday we announced changes that would shift Ranked weapon skins into the newly designed World Tour. After hearing from you, it’s pretty clear we missed the mark.
These skins have history. Gold, Platinum, Diamond rewards (and Ruby, of course) represent years of competition and pride. They signal mastery and dedication. Moving them into a general progression track weakened that legacy.
Today, we’re restoring them to Ranked.
Season 9 goes live tomorrow with Ranked rewards restored to their rightful place (though it make take a day or two longer to see the text and images change in game).
Thank you for speaking up. Your feedback helped us protect something important.
Read all about the changes here!
I want to personally thank all the people who reached out to talk about this change. We have the best community and it shows in the way we communicate.
//Dusty
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restive saffron
Discover the megacity that is** Fangwai City** through a complete walkthrough narrated by THE FINALS World Director, Joakim Stigsson!
Jump into this brand-new Arena on Season 9 launch, <t:1765382400:f>
See you in the Arena, Contestants! <@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Season 9 | Dragon Rising is here!
Welcome to Year 3 of THE FINALS, Contestants!
It’s time for you to jump into Fangwai City, master the new Point Break game mode and discover everything this season has to offer.
SEE YOU IN THE ARENA!
Check out the full Patch notes here:
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/900
TRAILER
👉 https://youtu.be/t1TnHMf_M3g
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hybrid goblet
Hey yolks!
Don't worry if you're missing Emerald or Ruby rewards! We had to pull a few of them back due to a bug, but we'll be getting them to you ASAP!
Sorry for the delay! Hope you're having a blast in Season 9!!!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks–
We were able to solve an issue today regarding missing tiers for those of you that banked tiers for the Ultimate Battle Pass from Season 8. They should now be present in your account!
We have also decided that with our decision to revert some of the changes for Ranked rewards (you can read up on that here), we will also make sure that Dedicated Emerald players will be able to earn up to three Emerald Coins this season. One for reaching each Emerald 3, one for reaching Emerald 2, and one for reaching Emerald 1.
As soon as possible, this will be reflected in the game. But here’s a sneak peek of the snazzy new World Tour reward heap.
We’ve got more changes coming, more bug fixes, and improvements to performance. Thank you so much for all the love and support you’ve given to the team this launch!
We’ve got more info to come, so sit tight and…
SEE YOU IN THE ARENA!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks!
A few updates to tide you over while we keep working:
We increased the pick rate for Fangwai City, which means you should start seeing it a bit more often while you play!
We also have a few things we’re waiting to bring to you, that we have seen a lot of questions about.
The Emerald P90
We’re working on getting this to everyone that earned it. It’s already been delivered to some of you. We’ll make sure everyone has it as soon as possible, it’s just a matter of time.
The Ruby Nullifier
This one requires a client update (the kind of update where you all need to download a patch), so it will be delivered the next time we have one those (9.1 or sooner if there is a Hot Fix)
Season 6 Legacy Battle Pass
If you already own this one, you should have no issues. However, those who don’t own it are not able to purchase it yet. This fix will also come with the next client update!
Sponsor Showdown
Congrats to TRENTILA on winning the Season 8 Sponsor Showdown! We’ll deliver the prize sweatshirt to everyone in-game soon, so stay on the lookout and be sure to drink your Tiger Juice!
Barricade Deployment
As you may have seen, in the 9.0 release you can now deploy Barricades partially inside walls, making them somewhat easier to deploy during hectic combat. This change is, unfortunately, a bug and not intended and can lead to some exploits even if it does also make the item easier to use. As it is a bug we'll be looking to fix it ASAP, but please rest assured we will not fix this bug without also fixing Barricade deployment in general, so expect that when the bug does get resolved it will do so along with a proper fix for deploying Barricades.
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Finally, some of you may have noticed a very cool, but ultimately unfinished bundle in the store yesterday! The Chroma Pad set needs a little more time and wasn’t meant to be in the store. We removed it from yesterday, but you can still purchase the sticker, and you can pick up the Chroma Plate Multi-Device Screen for free. Anyone who has purchased the Chroma Pad skin will receive a refund for the item!
We’ll post more updates as they come in!
//Dusty
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hybrid goblet
Hello yolks,
We’re seeing a rise in an exploit where moving the Grand Vault in Point Break can make it impossible to finish the match fairly. This exploit will be patched out very soon, at some point in the coming week.
While we wait to be able implement a solution, for players engaging this exploit frequently, we will begin to issue bans. This is game breaking, unintentional, and a deliberate act to sabotage fair play. We’re working as fast as we can to resolve this issue and ensure that this exploit is no longer possible.
We’re also working to get to the bottom of why so many people are experiencing performance issues. Thank you so much for the reports and the information about what you are experiencing. It’s been really helpful to get those first-hand accounts. This is our highest priority, and every person who can work on it, is focusing on a solution.
More info, as soon as we have it.
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks!
Tomorrow's updates will bring some much needed updates and fixes, so stay tuned! You can also come watch Oscar streaming right now if you're here as this message drops! Give him some love in the chat!
In the meantime, you can check out our current event where you can complete a simple contract (play 3 matches) and earn an outfit in ARC Raiders, for those of you who play both games!
If you haven't yet, check out ARC Raiders, our second game from Embark!
See you all tomorrow!
//Dusty
<@&1011235029252313099>
Bad file, I try again!
hybrid goblet
**Update 9.1 is LIVE ** <@&1011235012827422791>
The Arena is in a festive mood for the coming Christmas!
**Santa’s back in the store **to deliver some holiday cheers. With the Gift Ripper set, the chill won't get to you, and you can send Contestants packing with no coins, only coal!
Spread joy to your favorite streamers with Season of Support’s sub drops! Gift subs to THE FINALS content creators on Twitch and receive presents: the Charmalure Set (3 weapons skins) for 3 subs, and the Bass Unit 86 helmet with 5 total subs!
We’ve also extended the duration of the Calvin the Cube Twitch drops! Who doesn’t love Calvin?
ARC Raiders is out now on PC and console, and we’re celebrating in THE FINALS.
Play 3 matches in THE FINALS to unlock a special ARC Raiders outfit.
Complete the contract, own and launch ARC Raiders, and connect your existing Embark ID to collect your prize!
For this first update of Season 9, we also have some bug fixes to make your life easier.
Check out the full Patch notes here:
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/910
We've got more on the way!
//Dusty
hybrid goblet
Hotfix 9.1.1
Hello yolks!
We just pushed a hotfix to address some issues from the recent update:
- Reverted the Barricade back to its pre-update 9.0 functionality, as the current state was not intended for release and is causing too many performance issues to stay in at the moment. We are actively working on a solution for Barricade that will come at a later date
- Fixed the issue of distorted characters when looking at new bundles
- Updated the Jolly Nama holiday bundle to have the correct 2025 Nama Tama
-We've also removed a broken Contract from rotation
Check out the full notes on our blog.
Let the holiday festivities resume!
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
jovial spear
Announcing what’s to come for Esports in 2026!
Hey Contestants! <@&1405596660683378769>
The thrilling Grand Major 2025 was our very first competitive event, and we want to thank once again all the fans worldwide who joined us both virtually and in person at Dreamhack Stockholm! You brought the energy and the love, and it became unmistakably clear: esports has a vital place in THE FINALS.
We’re excited to announce that we’re officially expanding our plans for the coming year, including broader regions in THE FINALS esports ecosystem, doubling down on our commitment to grassroots communities, and introducing the Regional Fame Index.
Check out our roadmap for esports in 2026 https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/tgm26-1
jovial spear
UPDATE 9.2 IS LIVE ❄️ <@&1011235012827422791>
HAPPY HOLIDAYS, CONTESTANTS!
Today’s update comes with a new LTM, Snowball Blitz! Nothing says holiday spirit like a face full of tightly-packed snow.
Head back inside for the store update that gets you decked out for the coming New Year! We’re sending the warmest wishes from our homes and our headquarters…
For a very merry holiday season… from Embark…with love.!
Check Patchnotes here: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/920
umbral crag
Hey contestants!
Over the past 48 hours, we’ve been experiencing intermittent issues due to global outages affecting multiple online games and services, including THE FINALS.
The team is aware of the situation and is actively monitoring it, we are also in contact with our external service providers to resolve the issues as soon as possible.
At the moment, the errors have decreased and you should be able to access the game again.
Thank you for your understanding
<@&1011235012827422791>
jovial spear
UPDATE 9.3 IS LIVE (HAPPY 2026!) <@&1011235012827422791>
It’s a new year in the Arena and we’ve got a lot in store for you, Contestants!
The holidays may be over, but it’s still snowy in the Arena! Keep the spirit of the holidays all year round and stay cozy while you rack up the eliminations! Enjoy one more week of Snowball Blitz and see you next week for a slightly larger update!
Ruby Rewards for S9 are on! Fight to keep your spot in the top 500 until the end of the Season, and get the prestigious bragging rights. Rewards will be as follows: Ruby player card background, Ruby emblem, Ruby badge, Ruby charm, Ruby sticker, and most importantly, a Ruby coin.
Exchange the Ruby coin for a ruby skin of the weapon of your choice!
Do your best and show the Sponsors you have what it takes to make it to the top!
Until then, as we say in Sweden,* god fortsättning!*
Check out the full patchnotes here: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/930
hybrid goblet
**Update 9.4 is LIVE **
Hey there, Contestants!
We're back! And today, we’re pushing an update with a lot of bug-fixes, some balance changes and, last but not least, more performance improvements. As always, we thank everyone for reporting issues to us so we can tackle those more effectively!
This is the last week of Snowball Blitz, so get in there and get a few last hits in! As always, remember, no rocks hidden in the snow! Have fun!
Check out the full Patch notes here:
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/940
SEE YOU IN THE ARENA!
<@&1011235012827422791>
jovial spear
**Update 9.5 is LIVE ** <@&1011235012827422791>
This update is here to bring you a Store sale, the return of Cashout: Vertigo!, and some important bug-fixes!
The Snow Poser Set brings everything you need to handle the Arena’s wintery weather in style.
We’re also running a sale on a few sets of great cosmetics, so don’t forget to check those out!
Reach new heights with the return of a classic event in Cashout: Vertigo!
Once the event is active during a match, you get the ability to perform a double jump, defying the rules of gravity. Use this to your advantage and surprise your opponents, take unexpected routes towards the objective and keep the competition on their toes.
As for the various bug-fixes,** check the full Patch notes here:**
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/950
SEE YOU IN THE ARENA
hybrid goblet
Store Update 9.6 is live 🔥
Hello Contestants!
We’re still making up for the skewed holiday schedule, so this week is a store update and an adjustment to matchmaking in Ranked Cashout.
Next week, you can expect to see bug fixes, balance changes, and a few additional content drops. If you’ve been keeping an eye on the World Tour Screen, you know that Super Cashball Weekend is coming in 9.8 👀
For now, time to gear up for the Arena with the brand new Blizzard Ops Crew Set, and disappear in the snow. They’ll never see you coming...
Check out the full patch notes here: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/960
<@&1011235012827422791>
bleak jacinth
Hi Contestants!
As of <t:1769566800:f> we've received reports of server instability and lags. The team is currently looking into them so we recommend being careful when logging to avoid losing your progressions until an update is posted.
Update: As of <t:1769570684:f> the servers are beginning to recover its stability.
As of <t:1769583060:f> the servers are experiencing instability issues again. We're looking into it now.
Update: As of <t:1769587229:f>, servers are now stabilizing. But we advise everyone to be careful when logging in. Thank you all for your patience!
<@&1011235012827422791>
junior vapor
Contestants,
We’re investigating the current server instability and are working on a fix. We’ll keep you posted as we have more info. Thank you for your patience!
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
Since yesterday we've been under extensive DDoS attacks, which has resulted in a laggy experience.
The team has been hard at work on mitigations and solutions, and we're making good progress - but we're not in the green just yet.
We will also investigate RS compensations for those of you who have lost it due to these issues.
I'll keep you all in the loop as we learn more! 💪
I'll see you all in The Arena as soon as we're through this, Contestants!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
**UPDATE 9.7 IS LIVE **
This week, we are bringing a bunch of bug fixes, some performance improvements, changes to Point Break, balance changes and more! The recent DDoS attacks have also been largely mitigated by now, so the game should be back to normal service!
**SOCIAL | DISPLAY NAME **
As part of our ongoing process of protecting the game from bad actors, we have introduced new rules for your Embark ID Display Name that will make it easier for our moderation tools to find offensive names. If your Display Name did not fit in the new rule system, it was likely changed, with no cooldown so you can pick a new one easily. You can change your name in the settings menu by going to Settings > Social > Account, then choose Edit Embark ID.
Side note: If you were affected by this change, you may also have received an inbox message warning about possible permanent bans. That message was sent by mistake, and we are sorry for the confusion it caused. Please disregard it. Only accounts with display names that were clearly and severely inappropriate were meant to receive that warning.
STORE UPDATE & DLC
Send your opponents down a slippery slope in style with the Peak-Form Striker and the Slope Slammer sets in this weekend Store Update!
But, more to the point: we added Finger guns. 👉 👉
Let your feline side take over and leave no chance to the competition with the Glitch Prowler Set DLC. Embrace the cuteness, lull your opponents in a false sense of security, and strike :3
WORLD TOUR | ORBITAL BREACH
Careful where you step in the Arena, because Orbital Breach has been enabled in World Tour! Combining Hackout and Orbital Lasers, you can see your nearby opponents through walls while beams from above will target anyone standing still for too long. Use this to your advantage but remember, other teams will as well.
TWITCH DROPS | GREENROOM GLITCH
We have a brand new set of free** Twitch drops **ready for you to grab!
Simply watch anyone playing THE FINALS with Drops Enabled to be eligible to earn the Greenroom Glitch CL40 for 1 hour, Greenroom Glitch MGL32 for 2 hours and the Greenroom Glitch 93R for watching 4 hours!
And many many more changes and fixes!
Check out the full notes below 👇
**https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/970 **
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
**CALLING ALL EMBARK SUPER FANS! **
Earn the Voltage Marauder Set in THE FINALS when you own ARC Raiders! Simply connect your same Embark ID account across both games, then sit back, and watch the rewards roll in!
<@&1011235012827422791>
jovial spear
**Build Your Fame | The Grand Major 2026 **
Hello Contestants! <@&1011235012827422791>
As the dust finally settles from TGM25, and the crazy rostermania we’ve experienced over the holiday season, the time has come for us to announce our full esports plans for 2026!
Introducing the Regional Fame Index, our official leaderboard keeping track of the teams’ competitive achievements and paving their way to The Grand Major!
- Compete in official sanctioned tournament
- Earn points based on performance
- Climb the leaderboard to get your ticket to TGM!
Outside of the rankings, Open Qualifiers will be held closer to the Major - it’s never too late to reach THE FINALS, all roads lead to TGM26!
Prestige Events that award RFI points will run across three regions throughout the esport season, each with their own regional leaderboard and qualification path to The Grand Major.
- EMEA
- AMERICAS is adding the South America region and a dedicated qualifier.
- APAC is officially in the ecosystem with teams across Asia-Pacific, Oceania, and China.
The** complete blogpost** on the Regional Fame Index, current RFI standings, how to compete, your path to The Grand Major, Tournament organizer information, next steps and full documentation can be found here:
We’ll be sharing more details on upcoming sanctioned events, confirmed organizers, and the competitive calendar soon. For now you can form your team and get ready to reach THE FINALS!
See you in the arena!
hybrid goblet
Hello yolks,
We’re aware of ongoing server issues that may be impacting some matches. If you’re experiencing this, we know it’s frustrating. The team is actively investigating.
Thanks for your patience and reports
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
**Bonus Update - Balance Tweak **
Hello Yolks!
Over the past few weeks, we’ve been running small live tests of an updated Vault and Cashout spawn system, and we’ve been really happy with what we’ve seen so far. The changes have been enabled over the weekend and the results have been so favorable, we've decided to keep these changes.
Your feedback is important and we’ll be looking for your impressions!
Check out the full news here: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/971
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
frank thistle
Hey Contestants!
Earlier today some of you experienced crashes in the main menu that happened every time you moved your mouse (yup, that's odd)!
We've identified the problem, fixed it and the issue is now gone!
Just restart your game and everything should be back to normal.
See you in The Arena!
~Oscar
<@&1011235012827422791>
jovial spear
**UPDATE 9.8 IS LIVE ** <@&1011235012827422791>
Super Cashball is back for a special weekend with a brand-new fresh field on the CA$HBALL ARENA, sleek team outfits, and a shiny new ball! Grab your cleats and get ready to tackle some grass stains and some Contestants!
Twitch Drops are coming in hot! Watch the game from the bleachers to earn the Game Plan Multidevice Screen and the Iron Spiral Frag Grenade by watching anyone playing THE FINALS with Drops Enabled.
We’re gearing up for love day with a new Event Battle Pass! The Heartbreaker ‘26 Pass, perfect for the upcoming Valentine’s Day. Whether you get it for yourself or a loved one, it is sure to make an impact! Show your love in the Arena, but also please focus on the objective…
As for the** store**, POP. POUR. GOAL! Let the whole Arena know OSPUZE has your back with the Fizzy Linebreaker set. Built for your protection and definitely not for your opponent's comfort once they meet your padded shoulders. Match it with the Homecoming Reign and Homecoming Hit sets for the perfect blend of sporty OSPUZE gear.
👉 Check out the full news here: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/980
IT'S TIME TO SCORE!
frank thistle
**Hotfix 9.8.1 **
COMING IN HOT
Hello, Contestants!
We just released a hotfix for Steam and WinGDK which proactively prevents a crash caused by an upcoming Windows update later today.
The Windows issue will only affect users on enterprise-managed Windows 11 devices, but as long as you update THE FINALS, you will not experience this issue!
Update 9.9 is only a couple days away, and it’s going to be a banger - we’re banking on it!
<@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
UPDATE 9.9 IS LIVE 🧧
THE RED MOON SHALL SHINE!
The Lunar New Year festivities have officially started! A beautiful moon shines down and rising lanterns float upwards, casting a soft glow across the Arena. It would be a shame to disturb the peace but bring some firepower anyway.
Pick prizes from the lanterns in the Lunar New Year collection event, and say hello to Bank It, a fan favorite returning as a limited-time mode.
Alongside a refreshed store, you can also earn a brand-new set of free Twitch drops, read about bug fixes and some balance changes to weapons like the CB-01 Repeater and more! We also have an update from the Anti-cheat team.
Check out the full patch notes here 👇
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/990
<@&1011235012827422791>
jovial spear
**HOTFIX 9.9.1 **
Hello Contestants! <@&1011235012827422791>
We’re pushing an update through that will fix the broken text strings that some players have been seeing in-game since Update 9.9.0. This issue was caused by an update to the system we use for text strings. Everyone should now see the correct names with this fix!
As always, we thank you for all the reports.
SEE YOU IN THE ARENA!
jovial spear
Store Update 9.10 is live!
Hello Contestants! <@&1011235012827422791>
We have a brand-new Store update this week, featuring the Longwei Prime Pack, courtesy of IVADA.
We’ve been locked in on building Season 10 of THE FINALS, and to make sure we can take it to the next level, we will be running Season 9 one additional week on top of our original schedule to give the team a bit of extra time to polish things out.
We really can’t wait to share more
Check the blogpost below 👇
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/9100
restive saffron
Store Update 9.11 IS LIVE 🔥 <@&1011235012827422791>
While the time is up to collect tickets for the Lunar New Year Event, you have until next week to redeem them as well as purchase rewards if you have missed any. Bank it is also staying another week, so have fun!
We’ve restocked the Store with a fresh drop of content alongside a sale on various great sets, so make sure to take a look!
Blogpost below
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/9110
bleak jacinth
Hi contestants!
We’re aware of server issues affecting many of you at the moment. Our team is working to restore stability as quickly as possible. We’ll keep you posted as we have more info. Thank you for your patience!
<@&1011235012827422791>
jovial spear
Hello Contestants!
We're currently experiencing server issues and our team is working to resolve them. We’ll keep you up to date as we have more info. Thank you for your patience!
Update 9.12 is live 🔥 <@&1011235012827422791>
…And the Showdown is ON! Hop in the Arena, and no matter the game-mode you play, earn as many Fans as possible to** make your Sponsor shine** in the rankings.
This season, every single Sponsor is participating, so pick your favorite and don’t tell the others. May the best Sponsor win!
Need a hand to finish the last few Battle Pass levels? The Chun Jie Bonus XP and Fans event is live to assist you! Now and until the end of the season, you can earn up to 200% XP for Daily Contracts and up to 150% XP and Fans for gameplay.
As for the** store update**, expect visitors from outer space to come down and visit the Arena, fully blending in with the rest of… you all. By the way, have you checked on your dog, recently?
Talking about things from out there, we’re thanking OSPUZE for sponsoring this week’s Store update with the incredible Unquenchable Set. Clench. Cosmic. Thirst.
We’ve welcomed a lot of new Contestants into the Arena lately! To celebrate all of the new players joining us as well as the ones who have been here since the start, we’ve prepared some new additions to your wardrobe. You can now earn the “Free Advice” Emblem, the “Wing It Protocol” Top and the “Precision Protocol” Top by watching anyone playing THE FINALS on Twitch with Drops Enabled!
Available now until March 19
Alongside some bug fixes, we also tracked down and fixed a server cluster issue that impacted the West Coast from Feb 12-25 and caused lag, with tremendous thanks to our community on Discord.
Check out the full Patch Notes here:
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/9120
jovial spear
Hello Contestants! <@&1011235012827422791>
We're pushing a hotfix right now to fix an issue with the Discord SDK and how it operates with THE FINALS. More info in the blogpost below. Thank you as always for the reports!
hybrid goblet
What’s at the end of a rainbow? Looks like a brand-new Store update! Leave the competition green with envy dressed in the Charm Offensive Set.
It’s time to ramp up the work as the** Sponsor Showdown** carries on! Do your Sponsor proud and get those Fans up in the leaderboard. 🏆
ENGIMO has maintained the lead but OSPUZE and VAIIYA are closing in!
Winner takes it all.
Good Luck, Yolks!
<@&1011235012827422791>
jovial spear
Season 10 is about to shake up the Arena 🔥 <@&1011235012827422791>
Join us for the Reveal on <t:1774531800:f> and play it as soon as the Reveal ends!
👉 Click the bell icon: https://youtu.be/OockEXJ6e3Y
And follow here for daily sneak peeks ahead of the show..! 👀
jovial spear
Hello Contestants! <@&1011235012827422791>
One more week until we officially launch Season 10 of THE FINALS. Keep an eye on our social channels, we’ll have a lot more to share 👀
It does mean it’s time for you to get those last Battle Pass levels, finish your Ranked and World Tour seasonal journey, and to make the CEOs proud in the final push of the Sponsor Showdown.
As for the store, the legend from the S-Team, Rayzer himself is making a comeback. Effective entry, clean swipe, no amount of preparation can keep him and his team away from the objective.
Check the store update here: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/9140
See you in the Arena
SOON™
restive saffron
Uploading Season 10... 🔌 <@&1011235012827422791>
Things are about to turn!
Join us to check out Season 10 on March 26!
👉 **Save the date: **https://youtu.be/OockEXJ6e3Y
restive saffron
Order now and secure your home! 📞 <@&1011235012827422791>
Check out Season 10 with us on March 26!
👉 **Don't miss it: **https://youtu.be/OockEXJ6e3Y
restive saffron
Don't forget to look up 👀 <@&1011235012827422791>
Full Season 10 reveal on March 26!
👉 Join us to learn all about it: https://www.youtube.com/live/OockEXJ6e3Y
restive saffron
Get ready for a blast 💥 <@&1011235012827422791>
Season 10 will be revealed on March 26!
👉 **Get notified when the reveal starts: ** https://youtu.be/OockEXJ6e3Y
restive saffron
Unauthorized access to the ALFA ACTA website has been detected... Target acquired 🎯 <@&1011235012827422791>
Don't miss the Season 10 reveal on March 26!
👉 **Get notified when the reveal starts: **https://youtu.be/OockEXJ6e3Y
restive saffron
**A peaceful meadow... for now **🌼 <@&1011235012827422791>
Join us for the Season 10 reveal on March 26!
👉 Don't miss it: https://youtube.com/live/OockEXJ6e3Y
restive saffron
Only one day left! ⌛ <@&1011235012827422791>
Join Gustav tomorrow at <t:1774445400:t> for the full** Reveal and Launch of Season 10 **(and beyond!), and stay tuned right after for **a 24h livestream event **full of surprises, gifts and more!
👉 **Don't miss it: **https://youtube.com/live/OockEXJ6e3Y
restive saffron
**Our 24-hour livestream event starts now! ** <@&1011235012827422791> <@&1011235029252313099>
Join us for the Season 10 Reveal & Launch, and stay tuned for surprises, gifts, and more! 🔥
👉 **Twitch: **https://www.twitch.tv/thefinals
👉 **Youtube: **https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OockEXJ6e3Y
eternal cypress
It's Year 3 of THE FINALS, and we're only getting started 🔥 Check out our roadmap to see all that's coming this Season and beyond! But don’t worry, we’re still keeping some surprises! 😉
hexed garnet
Season 10 | Fantasy League is here!
Join us as we step into a world of steel, fire, and legend. Dart around the Arena with the new Aerialist Playstyle, duel to the death in the all-new Arena Starlight Hollow, and dress like the champion of your dreams with a fully loaded new Battle Pass!
We’re introducing improvements to Ranked Tournaments, quality of life changes across the board, and balance changes to fine tune your fight to the throne in this long-awaited medieval fantasy season. A magical new force is stirring in the depths of THE FINALS, enter the Fantasy League!
SEE YOU IN THE ARENA CONTESTANTS!
**Check out the full Patch notes here: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/10-00
👉 TRAILER: https://embark.link/S10Trailer **
<@&1011235012827422791>
restive saffron
Missed the Season 10 reveal? <@&1011235012827422791>
Gustav shares it all in a new video, explaining all that's new with this Season! 
👉 Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLiORW5QZGg
Our 24-hour livestream event is still ongoing!
Join us for surprises, gifts, and more!
**Twitch: **https://www.twitch.tv/thefinals
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OockEXJ6e3Y
jovial spear
Hello Contestants!
We hope you're enjoying your stay in the Fantasy League!
We will** remove Sandstorm Vegas** from the rotation** temporarily **due to connection issues for some players.
Your heroic journey will have to step out of the desert stop for now.
SEE YOU IN THE ARENA and in Season 10
jovial spear
Update 10.1 is live🔥 <@&1011235012827422791>
HOP IN! Easter has reached the Arena, bringing back our classic Bunny Bash Limited-Time Mode with a jumpy twist.
As for the fresh store, suit your modern knight dreams with the Urban Paladin set, and enjoy the return of the Easter cosmetics!
Check out the Patch Notes here: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/10-10
frank thistle
**Hey Everyone! **
We've seen the reports about THE FINALS and ARC Raiders being down, the team is on it and working hard to get everything back in business!
I'll update you all as I learn more
~Oscar
@here
Update on the above, we've found an issue and begun mitigating it - errors are trending down and we should soon be all good again! 🫡
Update once more!
The issue has been resolved and the game has recovered completely!
Thank you for being patient with us while we solved this
I'll see you all on stream later tonight, and, in The Arena!
~Oscar
@here
jovial spear
Update 10.2 is live🎯
Bull’s Eye Barrel just made his way to the Arena, check him out in today’s Store update!
We’re also fixing an issue that could cause matchmaking to the wrong region when using “automatic” region selection
Patch Notes are available here: https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/10-20
See you in the Arena! <@&1011235012827422791>
jovial spear
Hello Contestants! <@&1011235012827422791>
In Update 10.3 coming tomorrow, we’ll introduce an experimental World Tour event, Respec Order, designed to help us test out potential changes to the game. We want to see how things play in the wild, and we’ll love to hear your feedback.
Matt Lowe, Design Director for THE FINALS is telling you all about it on our dedicated blog
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/respec-order
Additionally, we’re teaming up with the amazing moderators over at the fan-run r/thefinals subreddit for a** Q&A** on the occasion.
Thursday, April 23rd, Matt will join Oscar on the weekly community stream to talk about this experiment and answer some of the top questions from the community. We’ll be focusing on questions about the Respec Order event, but will also accept some questions that are about game design in general.
You’ll get to know a bit more about how we approach Game Design and balance here at THE FINALS!
Play Respec Order tomorrow, and ask your questions on Reddit in the coming week!
See you in the Arena!
hexed garnet
**Update 10.3 is live 🔥 **
Heyo Contestants!
This week, we’re introducing an experimental World Tour event we want you to try out! In Respec Order, we’re adjusting both the health values and the base movement speeds of the Heavy and the Light archetypes in Cashout mode for one week.
To read more about the reasoning behind this experiment, what we hope to learn, and more, please head over to this blog post from Matt Lowe, Design Director on THE FINALS.
Siege the day with the new circuit and earn some sweet rewards including the Ironthorn Sovereign Legendary V9S skin and spike things up in the Arena.
As for the store, no one is safe from Lady Unyielding, the last stand between you and the cashout station. Anyone who dares to attempt to steal it will learn that iron doesn’t bend, and neither do you.
If that’s not enough, Twitch Drops are available once more! The Tangerine Set is up for grabs for anyone watching a Twitch streamer playing THE FINALS with Drops Enabled. Available now until April 30th. Check Twitch.tv for the full terms and conditions!
Join in and celebrate the Ape Squad Classics as for the first time we have an additional Twitch reward for all Contestants to collect! 🍌 The Classic Cosmetic might even be as delicious, and the potassium might fuel you to Reach THE FINALS!
Finally, don’t forget to join us on** Stream **TODAY at <t:1776351600:t> for some TGM26 info! Oscar & THiiXY will give you all the details you need about the upcoming event
**Check our blogpost for the full details:
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/10-30 **
SEE YOU IN THE ARENA! <@&1011235012827422791>
jovial spear
THE GRAND MAJOR 2026 <@&1011235012827422791>
The Grand Major 2026 returns to** DreamHack Stockholm** on November 27-29. Three days of competition. Double the total prize pool. And a brand-new season structure built to take you there.
Bigger. Bolder. Grander than ever.
TGM26 is not just one tournament. It is the destination at the end of a full competitive season. Across the globe, teams will compete, earn their place, and fight for the right to stand on the stage in Stockholm.
That road begins with the TGM26 Online Series, powered by FACEIT — a structured season of competition across AMERICAS, EMEA, and APAC, all building toward the biggest event in THE FINALS.
The road is longer. The competition is tougher. And it starts with you.
Check out our full blogpost for details 👇
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/road-to-tgm26
And join our stream right NOW for a live Q&A with Oscar & THiiXY!
- Twitch: https://twitch.tv/thefinals
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reachthefinals
jovial spear
**HOTFIX 10.3.1 🛠️ ** <@&1011235012827422791>
Following Update 10.3, we noticed several unintentional bugs and with today’s update, we’re fixing some of these issues as well as temporarily reverting some changes. We’re still investigating other reports as well.
Thank you as always for reporting those issues to us!
Check our blogpost for the full list:
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/10-31
hexed garnet
Store Update 10.4 is live 🛡️
Gear up for hands to hands combat and shield yourself from any consequence with the Wide Watch kit!
The Respec Order Event has come to a close! Thank you to everyone who gave it a try, provided feedback, and joined the conversation in the community!
Today, Matt Lowe, Design Director of THE FINALS, will be **answering some of your questions **on Stream with Oscar.
Join us tonight at <t:1776956400:t> on Twitch & Youtube
https://discord.gg/thefinals?event=1496806415015350362
Check out the Patchnotes here:
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/10-40
See you in the Arena! <@&1011235012827422791>
hexed garnet
HOTFIX 10.4.1 🛠️ <@&1011235012827422791>
We’ve solved an issue with achievements, which should now be back in working order.
Thanks for all the swift reports, and for your patience while we solved this frustrating bug!
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/10-41
SEE YOU IN THE ARENA!
hexed garnet
Store Update 10.5 is live🛡️
This week we have a refreshed Store and also a sale on multiple sets! Keep your guard up with the Orderkeeper set and stop horsing around!
Rumor has it there is a large shadow looming near the Arena. Next week is sure to bring a spark to the show.
Check out Patch Notes here:
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/10-50
See you in the Arena! <@&1011235012827422791>
rough thicket
Hey everyone!
We’re aware of the ongoing issues affecting both THE FINALS and ARC Raiders, and the team is currently investigating. We’ve seen your reports and wanted to let you know that the appropriate teams are already looking into it.
We’ll share updates as soon as we have more information. <@&1011235012827422791>
EDIT: Servers are starting to stabilize up as of <t:1778116308:F>
hexed garnet
UPDATE 10.6 IS LIVE
Heyo Contestants! 🫶
It’s time for the Mid-Season Update!
The battle for the banner has begun in the brand new limited time event Dragon’s Claim! Control, teamplay, and siege tactics are your path to victory in this 5v5 mode. Stake your claim, defend your treasure, and keep an eye in the skies for the dragon flying above. Don’t get burned!
Once again, we’ve reinvented the wheel with the Scales of Fortune! Complete daily contracts to earn up to 3 tickets a day and use them to spin the wheel. Unlock more than 20 rewards with a Legendary outfit on completion. Getting spinning, Contestants, and may the (vastly improved) odds be in your favor!
As for the store, show everyone that you were born to rule the Arena with The Crown That Remains bundle!
Praise the stars for the Helion Exarch and the Helion Eclipse Set! Be the knight in shining armor you always wanted to be. Stock up on potions with the Brewed for Trouble set, and share them with the competition for maximum potency in aggressive business methods. ALFA ACTA favorite test dummy M.E.L.V.I.N. Reforged is also back for action, but he will be hard to eliminate! Try to run him through with your sword and see if he drops a few coins.
Conquer the heat with the newest Twitch Drops and rise up to the challenges. Link your Twitch & Embark account, watch a stream of THE FINALS with Drops Enabled to earn free rewards!
*Drops available until May 21
And more with bug-fixes and balance changes!
Check out the Patch Notes 👇
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/10-60
See you in the Arena! <@&1011235012827422791>
hybrid goblet
Hello yolks!
We’re making a correction to RS today, following an outage that happened last week. We migrated our RS system to a new and better server, but in that process, there were a few hours where RS was not properly granted to players (despite being displayed properly in-game).
Today, we’re pushing a fix that will grant the missing RS to the accounts that were playing during that window. You won't see any pop up in-game, but you may notice a slight adjustment in the leaderboards.
//Dusty
hybrid goblet
Hello Yolks!
Store Update 10.7 is live🔥
The battle for the Dragon’s Claim continues for another week, and the Scale of Fortune will reward you with its prizes.
We’ve got a few minor bug fixes and a known issue as well, so check out the full patch notes here 👇
https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/10-70
//Dusty
<@&1011235012827422791>
