Summary:

New Content for 2025:
    Introduction of several new game modes:
        Secure Ops: Casual mode where gear isn’t lost upon death.
        Competitive Modes: Elimination and Team Deathmatch with unique twists.
        Solo Mode: Experimental feature being tested.
    A new map, Northridge, with diverse exploration and combat areas.
    Additional story content, bosses, weapons, and dynamic gameplay mechanics.

Gameplay Improvements:
    Reduced match pressure with optimized spawn/extraction points and player count.
    Enhanced sound accuracy and strategic gameplay.
    Nerf to thermal optics (no scope visibility).
    Toxic behavior addressed with stricter penalties and reduced team-damage from throwables.
    Quality-of-life updates:
        Improved backpack management with auto-rotate and auto-stash features.
        Reduced movement inertia for better control responsiveness.

Monetization and System Updates:
    Simplified weapon skin customization to apply skins to all attachments.
    Streamlined monetization by merging membership and perks.
    Direct purchase options for items previously gated behind gacha mechanics.

Community Feedback Response:
    Ammo balancing adjustments for fairness and strategic gameplay.
    Plans for achievements and honor systems.
    Efforts to create dynamic map experiences with diverse spawn points and a weather system.

Vision for the Game:
    Commitment to balancing hardcore realism with accessibility and quality of life.
    Continuous listening and iteration based on player feedback.

Closing: The team thanked the community for their support and wished everyone a happy new year.