Backpacks v2 - Major Playtest Patch - August 30th, 2025

Changelog
Features

• Added new unique effects for all backpack types (detailed below for those okay with Spoilers)

Changes & Balance

• Proto backpacks now use models from non-proto versions (stats unchanged)
• Adjusted the placement of the Knight backpack

Bug Fixes

• Fixed new part indicators breaking after the player has found invalid parts

Backpack Effects

• Watcher
  - Provides Hover functionality
• Scout
  - Improves aerial maneuverability and ascension
• Scrapper
  - Allows use of all ammo drops regardless of type and causes enemies to drop health-restoring capsules
• Soldier
  - Increases Weapon Capacity and Magazine Capacity for all weapons
• Knight
  - Energy shield that recharges after a delay (existing functionality)
• Assassin
  - Decaying Energy Shield that gains charge upon defeating enemies