• NCE 2.5.803

    Created on 4/28/2026 12:05:42 PM by NST

    Gameworld & Content

    • Pathfinder Recruitment Officer script updated to properly reflect Base Rank 40 requirement;
    • Pathfinder grenade NPC updated to remove the initial wait timer;
    • Pathfinder grenade NPC no longer gives out grenades before the required mission was completed;
    • Tradeskill Power Armors can no longer be sold to vendors;
    • [Plaza SEC-1]
      • Fixed Hacknet High Security Login exit point;
      • Compiled a new BSP (the old DRE shop is opened again);
      • Added a new store to the old DRE shop location (Projections);
    • [K-14] Floating cacti removed from the K-14/K15 Zone Line;
    • Additional Medicare services offered at select Medicare locations;
    • Made 3 Pathfinder missionitems (data discs) finally realize that they are not pistols;
    • [Crahn+TS Epic GERMAN] Fixed a ton of typos/german syntax errors and got rid of the formal german "Sie" and "Ihnen" to make the dialogs fit into the setting of the game;
    • Fixed a text codec error in all FSM- and RSM-dialogs;
    • Stopped Crytons Damaged Bones from dropping at every mutant in the game. CDBs now once again only drop from "Old Launcher Cyclops";
    • Reworked the old and outdated charactertransfer mission. Talk to Cypher on top of medicare;
    • [Jailhouse Charitymissions]
      • changed internal missiontracking so that having finished the NCPD-run does not block runners from doing the charitymissions anymore;
      • stopped the missionitem (Krinagh poisonglands) from dropping literally everywhere in the game;
      • changed killtarget for the lowlevel version of the mission to a mob that suits the level of the runner;
    • [Jailhouse Goodguys mission (lowlevel)] repeatable killmission to gain Soullight;
      • re-added Anarchy Breed Camps to make the mission work again;
      • Camp in A-09;
      • Outzone 5 Sewer has once again been taken over by Anarchy Breed;
    • [Jailhouse Goodguys mission (medlevel)] repeatable killmission to gain Soullight;
      • re-added Anarchy Breed Camps to make the mission work again;
      • Camps in sectors B10 and B11;
    • [C-08] Fixed incorrect spawn position if you GR into the sector;
    • Fixed incorrect Node in the 4th Rapture mission;
    • Fixed reward errors in Canyonchallenge mission in EN and DE;
    • Starter MC5 area - Civil Administrator mission (retrieve 4 Processors)
      • Altered money and XP reward;
      • Increased drop rate of required "Prototype AMC5 processors”;
    • Added the "Kill: Launcher Cyclops" Terminal mission (very hard) to the City Administration database; 
    • Canyon Challenge (FF CPU)
      • Previous requirement: Kill 35 Doomreapers, 50 Legacy Warbots;
      • New requirement: Kill 50 High-level Fire mobs (Doomreaper, Terror Leaper, Terror Raptor, Grim Chaser or Grim Persecutor), 50 Warbots (all 4 Warbots and 4 Warbots Titans variants included);
    • Reporting for Duty (Tactical Mercenary CPU)
      • Previous requirement: Kill 25 Warbots (any 4 'Rank 80' variants);
      • New requirement: Kill 40 Warbots (all 4 Warbots and 4 Warbots Titans variants included);
    • Rapture Mission 2 - Targeting computing module
      • Previous requirement: Kill 72 Doomreapers;
      • New requirement: Kill 85 High-level Fire mobs (Doomreaper, Terror Leaper, Terror Raptor, Grim Chaser or Grim Persecutor);
    • Rapture Mission 5 – “Slipstream matrix”
      • Previous requirement: Kill 30 Legacy Warbots and Kill 30 Legacy Titan Warbots;
      • New requirement: Kill 60 Warbots (all 4 Warbots and 4 Warbots Titans variants included);
    • Adjusted barterskill requirements for the Blackmarket Terminal in order to bring them in line with the prior implementation of the Barter Glove and Barter PowerArmor;
    • Removed PA overlay colors, additional properly colored texture variants will be added in a future update;

    Server & Client Updates

    • Vehicle Entry Permissions - Uses the Loot Rights of the vehicle owner if they're inside the vehicle;
    • Updated skill window to include base rank, and better subskill displays;
    • Added ability to set a specifc font for nameplates. You will need to add a new section to your ini\font.ini (see below);
    • Fixed some minor bugs in the netcode;
    • Fixed a number of reloading bugs;
    • Reworked definition structure and all related code;
    • Removed offline tutorial;

    Nameplate font.ini Addition:

    [NAMEPLATE]
    FILE=.\fonts\Handgb__.ttf
    NAME=handelgothicbold
    SIZE=12

  • Important GDPR information

    Created on 4/15/2026 4:22:44 PM by Neocron Support Team

    Dear players (active, inactive, and banned),

    we regret to inform you that we must report a GDPR violation.

    The game server database, which contains the email addresses and passwords of all players who have ever played the game, was used on an internal test server in the USA. This constitutes a clear violation of the GDPR, as this data is not intended for use on an internal test server or for storage outside of GDPR-compliant storage.

    We are currently optimizing our internal processes to prevent such incidents in the future. In the meantime, we officially recommend that all players change their passwords or request that their account be locked. To lock your account, please send an email to helpdesk@neocron-game.com from the email address you used to register your game account.

    This incident is unrelated to the recent team split. We only learned of it shortly afterward.

  • EASTER DESCENT

    Created on 4/2/2026 8:53:58 AM by Easterbunny

    TRANSMISSION INCOMING

    Citizens of Neocron, the electromagnetic frequencies are humming with an unusual signal. From deep within the contaminated wastelands beyond Dome of York, an enigmatic entity known only as the EasterBunny has initiated a rare celebration protocol.

    This is no ordinary holiday—it's a convergence of ancient pre-War traditions and cutting-edge neon-noir festivities. For one long weekend, the fractured remnants of humanity will witness a spectacular fusion of commerce, mutation, and digital treasure.

     

    PROTOCOL OVERVIEW

    The EasterBunny's intervention promises substantial rewards across multiple systems and skill categories. Whether you're a hardened Runner pursuing faster Synaptic Impairment recovery,   a skilled trader optimizing your portfolio, or a collector hunting rare artifacts, this event has been architected to offer something to everyone.

     

    ACTIVATION SCHEDULE: FRIDAY—MONDAY

    FRIDAY: NEURAL ACCELERATION

    Synaptic Impairment Acceleration:

    • Neural pathways fire faster. Synaptic Impairment gains are amplified.

    Sympathy Surge:

    • All missions yield dramatically increased Sympathy gains, accelerating faction rep for those seeking to rise in the eyes of Neocron's power brokers.

     

    SATURDAY & SUNDAY: THE HUNT AWAKENS

    Dynamic Eggs Activated:

    • Shimmering digital constructs begin manifesting across Neocron's sectors and the hostile wastelands. Hunt these Dynamic Eggs for substantial rewards and the chance to unlock rare items. The hunt persists through Monday.

    XP Amplification:

    • All experience gains are doubled, whether you're grinding hostile mobs or crafting at your workbench.

    Extra Safe Slots:

    • Your quickbelt gains one additional safe slot.

     

    SATURDAY ONLY: STATIC EGG HUNT

    The EasterBunny's Gift:

    • Hidden throughout the urban sprawl and toxic badlands are Static Eggs—immobile caches containing pre-selected items of genuine value. This hunt is a race against time and your fellow Runners. Only Saturday evening will reveal their locations.

     

    MONDAY: THE FINAL SURGE

    Extended Slot chance when crafting & Sympathy:

    • Extra high chance to get slots when crafting, and Sympathy gains continue to flow—ideal for wrapping up those faction grinds.

    Trade-Skill Bonus (2x XP):

    • For the artisans and industrialists among you—Traders and crafters receive a focused 2x XP multiplier on Monday only, allowing you to accelerate your production capabilities before the event window closes.

    Dynamic Eggs Persist:

    • The shimmering constructs remain active through Monday's close, giving stragglers a final opportunity to capitalize.