Greetings, Survivors!
It’s been a while since we released the August 2024 Update, and many of you have been asking what’s next. Well, we’re here to answer that question today.
Over the past six years, we’ve added tons of new features and content to Generation Zero; Base Building introduced a home to customize and defend, Soviet Machines joined the fray as a new faction, the Companion helped us stand up to the enemy, and the Vulture posed a formidable new threat.
In turn, you’ve spent the last six years destroying machines, hunting Rivals, and keeping the Resistance alive. We’re truly honored that you’ve accompanied us on this journey for so long. Everything you’ve achieved has been leading up to this point.
With this in mind, we’ve arrived at a special and decidedly bittersweet moment:
It’s with the utmost love and tremendous pride that we announce that we are now working on the last update for Generation Zero.
We feel now is the right time to finalize our vision for our beloved game and give it the sendoff it deserves. So, without further ado, let’s talk about this last hurrah, our magnum opus – the Showdown Update.
In the Showdown Update, we are concluding the story arc that we’ve been building towards throughout the main missions and in-game lore. The story of Östertörn is reaching its third act in this mysterious, intense, explosive finale and the Resistance will need you once more! Here’s a small sneak peek:
Most of the Showdown Update will take place in a new area that you haven’t been to before. This new area will not be as sprawling as Himfjäll, but it will give us the space needed to tell the last part of our narrative. You can look forward to exploring new terrains with a unique feel and many bits of environmental storytelling, just like you’re used to! In preparation, we advise you to gather all the Soviet Nesting Dolls collectables and catch up on the attached lore.
Concluding the story in this new location is not the only focus of this update, of course; we’re working on including as many bits of community feedback as we can, too. We’ll be adding three new Experimental weapons to round out the catalog of base game weapons that have EXP versions. To allow you to unlock all skill upgrades and complete the endgame experience, we’re uncapping the skill points. We’ve also been working on new cosmetics, which you will be able to earn in various ways. Lastly, as always, we’re introducing more Quality of Life improvements and fixing lots of bugs.
As you can see, there's a lot in store for you as you experience the conclusion to your journey in the game. There are a few more surprises awaiting you in Östertörn, but those will be for you to discover yourselves.
The Alpine Unrest and FNIX Rising story expansions are not required to complete the new missions, but having played them will provide more context to the story. The narrative will revolve around the Resistance, FNIX, and some characters you already know and love.
As we get closer to launch, we’ll talk more about the update, but for now just be advised to keep a lookout on our channels for more hints and, eventually, the release date.
Generation Zero has evolved so much over the last six years and we can’t wait to experience this final chapter together with all of you, our players. Thank you.
The Generation Zero Dev Team
Questions you might have
Will the Showdown update include a paid DLC?
No. Everything in it is a free update for everyone who owns the base game.
What happens after the update?
Our dev team will move on to different projects within Avalanche Studios Group. Our community spaces will remain active and supported for the foreseeable future.
Will I still be able to play multiplayer?
Yes. GZ’s multiplayer mode is peer-to-peer hosted, meaning it doesn’t require servers from us to connect to your friends.
Is GZ2 in development?
We are not developing any sequels at this point, but there are definitely more stories to tell in the GZ universe and a return to the IP in the future is not off the table.
Where can I find information and support going forward?
Any communications will still happen via Discord, the GZ forums, our website, and our social media channels.
Will the game still be available for new players to download and play?
Yes.
Can we expect any community events or activities in the future?
Yes! We will continue to care for and highlight our amazing community every chance we get.
Will there still be technical support for the game?
Our customer support will stay active throughout 2025 and if we decide to discontinue it after that, we’ll let you know well in advance.
How will bug fixes and patches be handled moving forward?
There are currently no plans for further patches, but we’ll be closely monitoring our channels following the release of the Showdown Update to determine whether a hotfix is necessary.
Will you add mod support with this update?
While we realize how much fun and longevity mods can add to a game, officially supporting modding is sadly not just a switch we can flip. It involves a complicated process of both our programming and legal teams to make sure that it's done right and with minimal risk. That's why we will not officially support modding.