Battlestate Games has announced that the next Escape From Tarkov wipe will arrive on December 26, alongside patch 0.16.0.0. The installation of the patch is expected to begin at 7:00 AM GMT / 2:00 AM EST and may be playable as early as 3:00 PM GMT / 10AM EST.
The wipe comes with several new features, including the Sako TRG M10 bolt action sniper rifle, which uses .388 Lapua ammo. Additionally, a visual overhaul is expected for the Customs map, with changes to the big warehouse attached to the mechanic’s shop.
Other updates include an upgrade to the Unity 2022 engine, a brand-new type of extraction method, and a new recoil system. However, it’s worth noting that this patch is not a full release for Tarkov, which is now expected in 2025.
Players are advised to spend the next few hours testing their builds before the wipe arrives tomorrow, as neither Escape From Tarkov or Escape From Tarkov Arena will be playable during the installation process.
Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/mikestubbs/2024/12/25/escape-from-tarkov-wipe-and-patch-date-confirmed-and-its-very-soon