Overview
- Battlestate Games has moved Escape from Tarkov out of early access, with version 1.0 now live on both Steam and the studio’s launcher.
- Steam buyers get Valve integrations like achievements and friends activity, while players should expect a separate launcher patch even after a ~33 GB Steam preload.
- The update adds a branching story questline, a new onboarding tutorial for newcomers, and a broad set of new weapons and attachments.
- Battlestate says the build includes targeted anti-cheat upgrades, matchmaking and server improvements, and ongoing QoL and UI work, though launch-day server strain is possible.
- Post-launch plans include the first DLC titled Scav Life, Twitch Drops tied to today’s Tarkov TV broadcast, and a full wipe of PvP profiles with an optional PvE wipe required to start the new story.