An update has been released on the XBOX 360 for Homefront updating some of the game’s prominent issues. An ability Pack will be applied shortly after the update releases. Kaos has also announced a new DLC pack set to be released June 7.
The update Includes the following:
– Assist points for vehicle kills
– Rank Resets
– Game returns to MP menu instead of Main Menu after leaving a match
– Max ping limits for server connections (prevent connections to distant servers)
– Game freeze & hitching
– Joining Friends feature
– Beacon errors
– Party Connectivity; and
– Various other fixes
The Ability Pack that will release shortly after will include:
– Ice Cold: Invisible on thermal views and airstrike sensors
– Situational Awareness: Enemy gamertag appears when shot
– EMP Tactician: Deal more damage vs EMP’d vehicles
– Short Fuse: Reduced cook time on frag grenades
– Bomb Suit: Take less damage from explosives
The DLC pack is titled “Fire Sale Map Pack” and will include two maps that take you deeper into the heart of America. The 870 Express Shotgun will also be made available that day as well as a Homefront premium theme. All of this will premier first on the 360 with PS3 to follow shortly.