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SHADE WALKERSNewsMatchmaking Queue Improvements and Updated Results Screen
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Matchmaking Queue Improvements and Updated Results Screen

SHADE WALKERS · published 1 Oct 2026, 12:46 UTC

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Thank you for playing SHADE WALKERS!
This update improves the matchmaking queue and refreshes the results screen.

Matchmaking Improvements

  • You can now remain in the matchmaking queue on the results screen after a BOT match ends.

  • Select “Continue BOT match” to play another BOT match while staying in the queue.

  • The results screen now displays the current matchmaking player count.

  • Once six players are ready, joining the online match takes priority over starting another BOT match.

  • Select “Stop waiting and return to lobby” to leave the matchmaking queue.

Updated Results Screen

  • Refreshed the background, colors, layout, and screen animations.

  • Improved the presentation of round outcomes, survival and contract records, and earned XP.

Debug Display Cleanup

  • Removed on-screen debug text and numbers that appeared during Abyss attacks, skin selection, barricade placement, and contract interactions.

  • Removed on-screen debug messages during profile card interactions.

Please keep sharing your feedback and any issues you encounter. Thank you for your continued support!

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