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SCUM Hotfix 1.3.2.1 Targets Crashes, Vehicles and Bow Bugs

The post-July Update hotfix 1.3.2.1.135487 addresses urgent stability problems, vehicle issues, weapon visual bugs, quest fixes and several item interactions. Key changes include fixes for server and client crashes, vehicle access exploits, Dinghy operation problems and multiple bow-related aiming or clipping issues.

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Short summary

This hotfix follows the July Update and focuses mainly on stability and bug cleanup. The most important notes for everyday play are crash fixes, vehicle-related corrections, weapon sighting fixes and several quest, hunting and inventory adjustments.

What changed

  • Fixed a server crash that could happen when a client closed the game immediately after starting a connection.
  • Fixed client crashes linked to another player taking the last bite of food and to driving vehicles at high speed.
  • Fixed vehicle issues involving disappearing locks, Dinghy operation at certain locations and accessing vehicles through base building floors from adjacent levels.
  • Fixed several weapon and bow problems, including Blackline Compound Bow sight alignment, Ripper Bow aiming offset and clipping or grip issues on bows and the VHS2.
  • Fixed kill quest completion when the target was first damaged with the wrong weapon type, Hunter Monocular zoom adjustment, Bait Feeder clipping movement and the Deer Skull Trophy recipe requiring the wrong head.

What it means for players

  • Players should see fewer disruptive crashes, especially around connecting, shared food interactions and high-speed vehicle use.
  • Base owners and raiders should note the fix for accessing vehicles through base building floors, as this closes an unintended interaction mentioned in the patch notes.
  • Archery and weapon users may need to re-check aim feel after the bow sight, grip and offset fixes.
  • Hunters and quest-focused players should benefit from fixes to kill quest completion, monocular zoom and trophy crafting requirements.

Impact on SCUM.SK

For SCUM.SK readers and server communities, this is mainly a stability and fairness hotfix rather than a content update. The server crash fix and vehicle/base interaction fixes are the most relevant for multiplayer reliability and community trust, but the article does not mention any required server-side setting changes.

FAQ

Is this a major SCUM content update?

No. It is a hotfix released after the July Update, focused on urgent crashes, bugs and gameplay issues.

Does hotfix 1.3.2.1.135487 fix vehicle problems?

Yes. The notes mention fixes for disappearing vehicle locks, Dinghy operation at certain locations and vehicles being accessed through base building floors from adjacent levels.

Are weapons changed in balance terms?

The supplied notes describe bug fixes and visual or aiming corrections, especially for bows and the VHS2. They do not describe weapon balance changes.

Does this affect quests and hunting?

Yes. Kill quest completion, Hunter Monocular zoom, Bait Feeder movement through clipping and Deer Skull Trophy crafting requirements are all mentioned in the fixes.

Related on SCUM.SK

Hey there prisoners!

Hot on the heels of the July Update, we’re releasing a hotfix for the most pressing issues you’ve encountered out in the wild. You can view the full list of resolved issues and adjustments below.

SCUM Hotfix 1.3.2.1 Targets Crashes, Vehicles and Bow Bugs

PERFORMANCE & CRASHES

  • Fixed a server crash that could occur if a client closed the game immediately after initiating a connection.
  • Fixed a client crash that could occur when another player took the last bite of food.
  • Made changes to address client crashes when driving vehicles at high speed.

VEHICLES

  • Fixed a bug where locks would disappear after being removed from a vehicle.
  • Fixed a bug where players would be unable to operate the Dinghy at certain locations.
  • Fixed a bug where vehicles could be accessed through base building floors from adjacent levels.

WEAPONS

  • Fixed a bug where the Blackline Compound Bow string sight would be misaligned with the front sight.
  • Fixed a bug where the camera would clip through the VHS2 while firing in ADS mode.
  • Fixed a bug where the character’s finger would clip through the Hunter Recurve Bow.
  • Fixed an issue where the Apex Predator Ivory Hunter 85 was unavailable on servers with mines and traps disabled.
  • Fixed a bug where aiming with the Ripper Bow would be offset.
  • Fixed a bug where an incorrect grip was applied to the Hunter Recurve Bow.

QUESTS, HUNTING & ANIMALS

  • Fixed a bug where kill quests would not be completed if the target was initially damaged using an incorrect weapon type.
  • Fixed a bug where players would be unable to adjust the zoom on the Hunter Monocular.
  • Fixed a bug where the Bait Feeder could be moved by crouching and clipping through it.
  • Fixed a bug where the Deer Skull Trophy crafting recipe incorrectly required a Doe Head.

ITEMS & INVENTORY

  • Fixed a bug where loot could not be moved from a Cargo Drop into the player’s inventory.
  • Fixed a bug where the Tracksuit Top would take up more inventory space than the Tactical Sweater.
  • Fixed a bug where spawning a Camouflage Jacket would instead spawn a black and orange variant with collision issues.
  • Fixed a bug where the Hunting Quiver’s description did not identify it as a quest reward.
  • Fixed a bug where the Duck Target and Stone Arrowhead charms would have incorrect prices and Fame Point requirements.

USER INTERFACE

  • Fixed a bug where the ‘Welcome to the Island’ survival tip would ask the player to open the ‘Tasks’ tab, which is now called ‘Tutorials’.
  • Fixed a bug where the survival tip for Hunting tutorials contained minor wording errors.

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