Beyond new content, v1.05 focused on "Hardcore" balance. The update sought to move the game away from "infinite" resources toward a model that requires combat mastery:
Released in June 2022, represented a pivotal turning point for Flying Wild Hog’s first-person shooter. While the base game was praised for its breakneck speed and "Doom Eternal-style" arena combat, early players felt it lacked the longevity of its predecessors. Update 1.05 addressed these concerns by introducing high-stakes replayability and critical balancing. The Return of Mastery: New Game Plus
On higher difficulties, health and ammo restoration from finishers and orbs was significantly nerfed. Players can no longer rely on 100% instant healing from a single execution, making resource management a tactical necessity.
Punishing mode with strict resource management and higher enemy HP.