Patch Notes

## 1.5.23 - 16.08.17

* [Bugfix] Fixed issue with initiating DirectX9 devices when Windows is set to >100% DPI scale
* [Bugfix] Fixed crash caused by Soundtracks on startup ("Could not open \*\*\*.ogg")
* [Bugfix] Fixed crash on launcher when loading config
* [Bugfix] Fixed crash when starting an event after becoming host
* [Bugfix] Steam cloud synchronization could lead to start-up problems; synchronization now disabled for hardware-specific configuration files
* [Bugfix] Achievements: fixed "Win" Achievements not being tracked correctly
* [Bugfix] Achievements: fixed the score values associated with Stunt Score achievements
* [Bugfix] Stats: Fixed "Total Games Played" and "Total Losses" statistics
* [Bugfix] Fixed password filtering
* [Bugfix] HUD: limited name length on player list
* [Bugfix] Fixed typo in Russian "Goldstunt" message
* [Bugfix] Fixed Offroad Style 2 tire cost
* [Bugfix] Fixed Professionals1 issue with unclosed walls
* [Bugfix] Specific Car not appearing in the browser
* [Bugfix] Fixed antiflood protection timer
* [Tweak] Now rendering "Continue" Button in cutscenes every time
* [Tweak] Hid ".trk" track extension in multiplayer browser and MP lobby
* [New feature] Ability to show Steam Group clan tags in front of names
* [New feature] Ability to disable anti-flood system in game.dbs
* [Localization] Various smaller fixes for Russian localization

## 1.5.24 - 24.08.17

* [Bugfix] Crash: Fixed several DX9-related crashes ("Unable to reset rendering device")
* [Bugfix] Crash: Fixed a rare random crash when joining a modded lobby.
* [Bugfix] Crash: Fixed a rare crash when taking damage.
* [Bugfix] HTF: Fixed flag being dropped on the rooftop when inside buildings.
* [Bugfix] MP Browser: If you change list sorting and the click update, sorting will now correctly apply to the updated list
* [Bugfix] Fixed various music playback issues.
* [Bugfix] Fixed kilometers driven not being calculated.
* [Bugfix] Achievements: Fixed achievements not working in team matches.
* [Bugfix] Achievements: Fixed achievements to not count in mod development mode.
* [Tweak] Achievements: Removed exaggerated achievements which were overly grindy or unfair to achieve (such as "Play 1000 hours")
* [Tweak] Updated SDL to v2.0.5 (general input device enhancements)
* [Tweak] Yellow arrow above flag is now hidden when too distant
* [Tweak] Open Workshop item in Steam instead of your browser when clicking mod info / double clicking the mod.
* [Tweak] Car modding: Increased maximum number of allowed gears
* [Localization] "Flood correction" messages are now properly localized
* [Localization RUS] Various Russian localization adjustments.
* [Localization RUS] Added missing "Ё" "ё" cyrilic characters (such as when typing text).
* [Localization RUS] Fixed wrongly shown "б" character.

## 1.5.25 - 06.09.17

* [Bugfix] Crash: Fixed crash when cancelling a running mod download.
* [Bugfix] Crash: Fixed crash on WIN7 machines when trying to join a modded lobby.
* [Bugfix] Crash: Fixed crash when starting the game caused by incorrect kits.config file.
* [Bugfix] Multiplayer: fixed clients receiving more damage than hosts.
* [Bugfix] Fixed bug that shows an empty car for a few seconds when someone joins the lobby.
* [Bugfix] Fixed FPS drop when using nitro on Xbox One controller.
* [Bugfix] Fixed score lag issues in Hold The Flag.
* [Bugfix] Fixed stunt show points not being synchronized.
* [Bugfix] Fixed some issues with Redline Rush track (thanks to Kerouha).
* [Bugfix] Improved missile synchronization.
* [Bugfix] Fixed physics related issues with high FPS, resulting in general improved stability.
* [Bugfix] Fixed smoke effects appearing after respawn.
* [Bugfix] Hid bomb flashing for exploded players.
* [Bugfix] Modding: Fixed forcedrivermodel not working in career for AI opponents.
* [Tweak] Modding: Improved career ladder list and made it possible to define multiple nicknames for End Mission.
* [Tweak] Increased chat message time.
* [Tweak] Lobbies sorted by number of players connected when using player filter.
* [Tweak] Made the flag less heavier when holding the flag. Added "Game.FlagHolderSlowdown" in game.dbs.
* [Tweak] Made FPS limiter configurable from graphics.config.
* [Localization] Fixed various localization texts.

## 1.5.26 - 22.09.17

* [Crashfix] Fixed crash with pickups in career mode when restarting events (reported by THE KOKS XXL).
* [Crashfix] Fixed random crash when playing multiplayer HTF.
* [Crashfix] Fixed random crash while spectating.
* [Crashfix] Fixed multiplayer browser crash.
* [Crashfix] Fixed random crash in multiplayer lobby.
* [Crashfix] Fixed track editor crash when making a new track from delete CP view.
* [Bugfix] Fixed resolution being too big on first start.
* [Bugfix] Fixed bug that makes the game stuck after disabling mods (savegame invalidation).
* [Bugfix] Fixed view range option issue that couldn't be changed.
* [Bugfix] Fixed multiplayer car classes for default presets.
* [Bugfix] Fixed game getting stuck when track finishes to play.
* [Feature] Added support for non XInput controllers.
* [Feature] Added the possibility to re-binding acceleration, brake and steer controls for gamepads.
* [Feature] Added time-based bomb run mode for career mods.

## 1.5.27 - 02.02.18

* [Bugfix] Fixed the kick feature.
* [Bugfix] Fixed crash when exiting from colour selection in multiplayer.
* [Bugfix] Fixed lobbies that allowed blocked members to join.
* [Bugfix] Prevented empty lobby names.
* [Bugfix] Fixed recovery synchronization state in HTF.
* [Bugfix] Fixed AI getting stucked in Pass The Bomb.
* [Bugfix] Fixed crash when using car mods (reported by QuibblePantsC7).
* [Bugfix] General multiplayer optimizations.
* [Tweak] Fixed Steam Music getting stuck.
* [Feature] Added the possibility to turn on manual transmission from game.dbs. [Game.ManualTransmission in game.dbs]
* [Feature] Added the possibility to use test driving in multiplayer (seen the numerous requests about it). [Multiplayer.EnableTestDrive in game.dbs]