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DIRECT CONTACTNews🔧 DIRECT CONTACT — HOTFIX V0.99.99078 UE5.7.4 : MID-GAME JOINING & HOT-JOIN FIX
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🔧 DIRECT CONTACT — HOTFIX V0.99.99078 UE5.7.4 : MID-GAME JOINING & HOT-JOIN FIX

DIRECT CONTACT · published 28 Jul 2026, 18:00 UTC

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Build Version: V0.99.99078 UE5.7.4 FUBAR
Release Date: July 28, 2026
Status: Live on Steam


Hotfix Highlights

  • Fixed Mid-Game Hot-Joining Spawn Bug: Resolved an issue where players joining an in-progress mission session mid-game would spawn as a camera spectator under the map due to unassigned or conflicting unit role selections.
  • Automatic Unit Role Assignment: Late-joining players now automatically claim the next available open unit slot (Assault, MG Rifle, JTAC, or Sniper) if their preferred role is occupied by a teammate.
  • Seamless In-Game Spawning: Hot-joining players now instantly load their gear, cosmetics, and weaponry for the assigned role and spawn directly into the match at a valid spawn point with their squad.

📋 Follow Development & Report Bugs

If you want to follow along with live development or submit bug reports, check out the operations page:
https://www.directcontact.no/operations


Thank you for your feedback and bug reports! Jump back into the server and enjoy seamless mid-game squad insertions.

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