- Active Matter получила обновление 0.4.0.135 - Искажённых стало больше, а награды за первые уровни открыли для всех - 23 September 2026
Active Matter получила обновление 0.4.0.135, которое внесло изменения в управление, интерфейс, рейды и повседневные взаимодействия с предметами. Одновременно разработчики усилили зоны скопления Искажённых и сделали награды за первые уровни оперативника доступными для владельцев любых изданий игры. В местах скопления Искажённых теперь появляется больше противников, поэтому привычные маршруты могут стать опаснее. В багажнике советского грузовика появилась добыча, а награды за 2–5 уровни оперативника теперь выдаются независимо от издания. При игре в форме Охотника использовать предметы больше нельзя. Кроме того, разработчики исправили проблему с шоком при лечении повреждённой конечности и ошибки отображения мира после взаимодействия с лестницами на Xbox и PlayStation. Обновления получили и механики работы с оружием и предметами. Для оружия добавили отдельную настройку клавиши перезарядки в…
- Update 0.4.0.137 - 23 September 2026
Information about Devourers is now properly distributed again, the Harmonization Cycle 2 dog tag Cycle Offer is now issued correctly, restored the ability to zoom on the map with controllers, and overall game stability has been improved.Raids and ProfileRestored the unlocking of a Devourer’s journal entry in the Notes upon defeating one.HarmonizationFixed incorrect dog tag issuance when purchasing during Harmonization Cycle 2.InterfaceReworked visuals for the introductory scene: the corridor opening is now veiled by dark orange smoke with sparks against a black-and-white background.Restored visibility of the "Now Playing" icon in the Music Player on high-resolution screens.Restored the ability to zoom on the map when using a gamepad.StabilityFixed a rare server error that could occur when a player spawned in a raid.Fixed an error causing the game to crash when using the Vulkan Graphics…
- Update 0.4.0.135 - 22 September 2026
Improved raid reconnection and fixed a number of bugs, including issues when looting containers and users not appearing on friends lists.Improved the ability to reconnect to a raid after a connection loss.Fixed a bug where items in containers (e.g., in chests and bags) occupied space but were not displayed.Fixed a rare server freeze.Fixed a bug where some players did not appear in the Playstation® 5 friends list.
- Scheduled Maintenance on Active Matter Servers - 21 September 2026
Hello, Operatives! On September 22nd, from 07:00 UTC to approximately 07:30 UTC, we will be performing scheduled maintenance on the Active Matter servers. The Agency apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciates your patience during the calibration of portals to the Multiverse.
- Update 0.4.0.132 - 21 September 2026
Introduced major improvements to controls, intensified danger in Distorted threat locations, and clarified Shelter building with previews that can clarify why an item can’t be placed.Gameplay and BalanceIncreased the number of the stronger Distorted variants in areas marked with a threat of Distorted.Updated level 2-5 rewards to no longer require a specific edition; all players now receive them.Added loot to Ural truck cargo.Disabled the use of items while in monster form.Fixed a case where injured limbs would sometimes go into shock when using healing items.Fixed a bug that broke the camera and the player’s view when using ladders.Weapons, Equipment and ItemsAdded a separate, assignable action to reload all magazines at once (unbound in the controls by default).Made reloading an ally’s medkit visible to nearby players.Added sounds for restocking the AI-2 First Aid Kit.Fixed the usage s…
- The Agency Is Recruiting Content Creators! - 21 September 2026
The Agency has a new directive and is seeking creators ready to broadcast what’s happening across the Multiverse.We’ve completely reworked our Content Partnership Program for video makers, streamers, and other creators. Participants can now receive regular in-game bonuses plus support to grow their channels.Constant supply: regular distribution of in-game resources, so you’re always equipped both in the raid and on camera.Badge of distinction: a unique dog tag that sets you apart from thousands of other Operatives.Fuel for your channel’s growth: standout content can be featured on official Active Matter channels.A direct line to the Agency: one-to-one access to your manager.Fill out the form and prove your channel deserves a place alongside the Agency’s own!Submit
- Update 0.4.0.122 - 18 September 2026
By order of the Agency, an experimental Body Sleeve appearance-correction mode has been activated. Spatial distortions may occur; further adjustments are planned in subsequent updates.Character CustomizationAdded Body Sleeve customization (BETA), available on the Sleeve selection screen.GameplayPrevented Swarms from stinging players inside the church in Ozernoe.Introduced a new Distorted variant in their lairs: it is tougher than standard variants and able to summon its kin with a scream.Added dynamic extraction points to Dogorsk raids.Moved Vehicle Transfer contracts to the "Agent" level.Prevented players transformed into monsters from reviving other players.Made Active Matter drop next to the player’s gear when they transform into a monster.Routed backpacks crafted during a raid directly into the inventory: auto-equipping into an available slot or placing into a suitable container, an…
- Rewards for Watching Active Matter Streams All Week! - 18 September 2026
To celebrate the launch of Active Matter on Steam, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, tune in to Active Matter live streams on Twitch from September 18th (15:00 UTC) to September 25th (15:00 UTC) and earn new rewards for your loadout! Drops run for a full three weeks; we’ll reveal the rewards for Weeks 2 and 3 soon!NOTE: To receive Twitch Drops for Active Matter, you must first own an edition for the game. If you purchased or received the game on Steam, you need to launch it at least once first. Then, sign in with Steam on this page and select Active Matter from the list of games that appears, if prompted.Otherwise, just head to this page to link your Gaijin account to your Twitch account in order to start receiving Twitch Drops!RewardsBeacon — x5 for 1 hour watched;Medical Kit (Big First Aid Kit x3, Streaming Injector x5, Regeneration Injector x10) — x1 for 2 hours watched;Small Weapo…
- Update 0.4.0.115 - 17 September 2026
Improved performance, reworked several animations, fixed multiple bugs, and delivered important updates to the user interface and sound. Gameplay and BalanceFixed an issue that displayed an incorrect magazine round count when spawning into a raid.Fixed an animation glitch that could interrupt reloads.Updated damage handling so taking hits no longer resets your moving speed modifier.Fixed a bug that caused character sliding when standing up from the prone position.Synced the Turned Soldiers’ walking animation to their actual movement speed; significantly reduced visual "foot sliding."Fixed an issue where Flowermen failed to spawn in their den in the workshop on the Dam raid.Weapons and ItemsExpanded availability of two Picatinny riser rails and three dovetail-to-Picatinny adapters unlocked in the second Harmonization Cycle to include Shop purchases in addition to already being producible…
- Active Matter Is Now Available On PC - 15 September 2026
Operatives, the door to the Multiverse is open! Active Matter is out now on Steam!If you purchased the early version from the Gaijin Store, you can get the Steam edition at no extra cost until November 23rd.New Harmonization CycleWith the release, the next Harmonization Cycle begins, featuring new rewards. Merits have been introduced — earn them throughout the Cycle and exchange them for prizes, including items from previous Cycles.At launch, we’ve expanded raid loot: legendary weapons can now be found in raids across the Multiverse. We’ve also streamlined the Shelter and inventory management so you can organize your base more intuitively, gear up faster, and dive back into raids sooner."Premium" Becomes "Deluxe"With the release, the Premium Edition has been upgraded and renamed to the Deluxe Edition, now packing even more weapons, in‑game currency, and a second additional Body Sleeve —…
- Harmonization Cycles Q&A - 14 September 2026
In this Q&A, we’re covering Harmonization Cycles, how Merits work, and the rewards you can earn towards Cycles for fully completing the Monolith Access Level track.How can we earn Merits?You can earn Merits from daily "Priority Raid" objectives and from Monolith Access Levels, but only while a Harmonization Cycle is active.If I gain a Monolith Access Level between cycles, will I receive those Merits once the next Cycle starts?No. To receive Merits from Monolith Access Levels, you must earn those levels during an active Harmonization Cycle.What happens if I hit the Merit cap and then earn more from a new Monolith Access Level? Are they lost?A single cap overflow is allowed; any further Merits beyond the cap will be lost.Do I need to buy access to a previous Harmonization Cycle if I already earned all the rewards?No. If you have any rewards from that Cycle, you were a participant and do n…
- Active Matter Worldwide Launch Times! - 14 September 2026
Operatives, get ready! Active Matter goes live on September 15th on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.Check your local release time and be among the first to jump into the Multiverse!
- Even more Active Matter music is now on YouTube! - 11 September 2026
Dozens of artists are working on the game’s soundtrack, and we’re continuing to reveal the sound of our multiverse. The latest selection features atmospheric tracks by composer Alex Pavlov.
- Active Matter developers put up an incredibly distasteful AI notice on Steam - 11 September 2026
Active Matter from Gaijin Network Ltd looks like a lot of fun for fans of first-person shooters, but they soured it with a truly distasteful AI notice. Read the full article here: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/active-matter-developers-put-up-an-incredibly-distasteful-ai-notice-on-steam/
- From Words to Music! - 10 September 2026
As we previously shared, Akira Yamaoka has joined us in creating music for the multiverse. Three tracks from this collaboration are now available on our YouTube channel. Which track is going straight to your playlist?
- Akira Yamaoka Joins the Musical Multiverse of Active Matter! - 9 September 2026
The legendary Akira Yamaoka, whose melodies shaped the hypnotic atmospheres of iconic horror games, has now become one of the composers for Active Matter!He crafted tracks with a spectrum of different moods specially for the game - from the delicate, acoustic "I’m Here" and the lingering blues of "Porcelain Heart" to the high-energy surge of "Neon Decay"."Working on Active Matter was a very exciting and inspiring experience for me," says Akira Yamaoka. "I was given the freedom to express myself through music without being confined by any particular genre. I simply focused on creating what I genuinely wanted to express at this moment in my life as an artist. I experimented with a combination of organic instruments, electronic textures, and unconventional sounds. I wanted the music to become an integral part of the atmosphere and identity of the world of Active Matter."That diversity of m…
- Active Matter получила крупное обновление перед скорым релизом - новый рейд, оружие и расширенная кастомизация - 9 September 2026
Хардкорный онлайн-шутер Active Matter получил масштабное обновление, которое добавило новый рейд, расширило арсенал и заметно увеличило возможности настройки оружия. Релиз игры запланирован на 15 сентября на ПК, PlayStation 5 и Xbox Series X|S. Главным нововведением стал рейд «Центр города». Оперативники отправятся в заброшенный североамериканский мегаполис с полуразрушенными небоскрёбами, широкими проспектами и оставленным транспортом. Однако город не пустует: улицы патрулируют бывшие полицейские и бойцы SWAT, подвергшиеся воздействию активной материи. Они сохранили оружие и боевые навыки, поэтому исследование разрушенного города не обещает быть спокойным. Арсенал пополнился американскими винтовками M14, M39 EMR и SCAR-H, пистолетом P17-V и другими образцами оружия. Для его настройки появились прицелы с переменной кратностью, новые рукоятки, коллиматоры для пистолетов, лазерные целеука…
- Developer Q&A: September 7th 2026! - 7 September 2026
We’ve just launched a major content update, and Active Matter’s full release is right around the corner on September 15th. It’s the perfect time to answer more of your questions as we get ready! Game Release Questions:Exactly what time will the game launch on September 15th? Will console and Steam go live simultaneously?Due to how each platform operates, exact launch times may vary. Stay tuned and follow the news!Will there be a patch on September 15th to coincide with the release, maybe to do with Harmonization Cycles? If so, how will they work and are there any changes from Cycle 1? Will we still be able to access rewards from previous Harmonization Cycles?Yes, there will be a patch. All previous Harmonization Cycle rewards will remain obtainable after September 15th.Is it confirmed that there be console and PC crossplay at launch, and if so, how will it work, especially with aim assi…
- Major Update "250 Shades of Liberty" - 27 August 2026
Operatives, the Agency authorizes Operation "250 Shades of Liberty."The center of a North American city becomes a new raid zone: avenues, ruined skyscrapers, school buses, and taxis are your cover. But the city isn’t empty: former law enforcement — police and SWAT — continue their patrols under distorted protocols.Enter fast, act decisively. Deploy new vehicles, prepare updated medicine, and restock your pouches for combat. The objective remains unchanged: loot, intel, extraction. Raids and Game Modes Head into new anomaly concentration zones! Added new raids set in North America:Downtown;Downtown: Unstable Zone;Downtown: Collapse (updated version of the Overtime Raid "America: Collapse").Added a new raid set in Africa:Airport — search hangars with military gear and a plane suspended in a gravity anomaly.Changes to raids:Enabled simultaneous matchmaking for multiple raids.Marked rare lo…
- PvPvE extraction-style raid shooter Active Matter arrives September 15 - 27 August 2026
Matter Team / Gaijin Network Ltd have revealed that Active Matter, their PvPvE extraction-style raid shooter, will be releasing September 15th. Read the full article here: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/08/pvpve-extraction-style-raid-shooter-active-matter-arrives-september-15/
