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Party Animals

Ver 1.12 Updates (08/07/2025, Patch 1.12.6.0)

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Version 1.12.6.0 (2025.8.7)

Bug Fixes

  1. Fixed an issue where spectators couldn't use emotes in Custom Game.

  2. Fixed a bug in Classic Mode where weapons could be dropped unintentionally in certain situations.

  3. Fixed a Japanese translation error for the "Forensic" skill in Crisis Mode.

  4. Fixed a Spanish translation error for the "Grey Blocks" vehicle in Nemo Kart.

  5. Fixed an issue in Fluffy Redemption where AI players moved abnormally on the podium.

  6. Fixed the issue of matching with AI players too frequently in Quick Match.

Optimizations

  1. Improved the chat system experience in Quick Match team-up scene and Custom Game lobbies.

    1. Added in-game style text message pop-ups to both Quick Match team-up scene and Custom Game lobbies.

    2. Added a "Send Message" option to the right-click menu in the "Invite Friends" panels.

  2. Improved how character avatars are displayed in Locker.

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Previous Updates in Version 1.12

Version 1.12.5.0 (2025.7.31)

Bug Fixes

  1. Fixed the missing location "Office" in quick chat phrases in Factory Crisis.

  2. Fixed an issue in Factory Crisis where players could reach the rooftop abnormally.

  3. Fixed an issue in Factory Crisis where the Quarantine door could not be pulled after successfully starting the generator.

  4. Fixed incorrect text in broadcast messages and game rules in Factory Crisis.

  5. Fixed an issue in Factory Crisis where ghost player voice quality could be abnormal.

  6. Fixed an issue in Factory Crisis where some players could not hear each other during meetings.

  7. Fixed a crash that could occur on the loading screen under specific conditions in Factory Crisis.

  8. Fixed an issue in Crisis Mode where the red outline on characters would not disappear properly under certain conditions.

  9. Fixed abnormal sound effects when other players used coin items in Nemo Kart.

  10. Fixed an issue in SMASH where the voice bubble still showed the original team color after using the "FACE/OFF" Pawer.

  11. Fixed missing translations in the create-lobby window of Custom Game.

  12. Fixed an issue in the victory podium where AI players could send emotes under certain conditions.

  13. Fixed an issue on ball-game maps where scoring a goal could cause the game countdown to behave abnormally.

  14. Fixed an issue in the Item Shop where the price displayed incorrectly when gifting the "Agent M" outfit to a friend.

  15. Fixed missing translations in the rules text of Haunted Eggs.

Optimizations

  1. Optimized the "Adjust Code" task experience in Crisis Mode.

  2. Limited the minimap for Goodie/Neutral roles during lights-out in Crisis Mode to only show players within the current line of sight.

  3. Optimized the adjustable camera range in Photo Mode in Infection Mode.

Version 1.12.4.0 (2025.7.24)

Content Updates

  1. In Crisis mode:

    1. Added new map "Factory Crisis".

    2. Added new role "Berserk Killer": has shorter kill cooldown, but must keep killing to survive.

    3. Added Factory Crisis-exclusive quick chat phrases.

  2. In Infection Mode:

    1. Added 2 new skills for Goodies: "Smoke Grenade" and "Fake Infection"

    2. Added 2 new skills for the Infected: "Info Hazard" and "Halo of Slowness"

  3. In Item Shop:

    1. Added limited-time surprise-egg machine for "Haunted Eggs".

    2. Added limited-time M.I.B. outfit discount challenge event.

    3. Added limited-time outfits "Detective Harry" and "Plaid Bobby Harry".

Feature Updates

  1. Added Photo Mode support to Crisis and Infection maps.

    1. Requires enabling Photo Mode for Crisis / Infection in lobby settings beforehand.

    2. Lobbies with Photo Mode enabled in Crisis / Infection maps will not grant XP or achievement progress.

    3. Lobbies with Photo Mode enabled in these modes will be hidden from the lobby list by default. To view them, check "Photo Mode" in the lobby list filters.

    4. Photo Mode for other maps remains unchanged and does not require extra settings to use.

Bug Fixes

  1. Fixed an issue in Space Crisis where entering and exiting vents repeatedly could cause camera glitches.

  2. Fixed an issue where friends' in-game status might display incorrectly in the friend list.

  3. Fixed a bug where players using the "Cthulhu Namecard" would show incorrect text color when offline.

  4. Fixed an issue where the camera would follow the character after switching to Action Mode in Photo Mode.

  5. Fixed a bug where using an emote in the ready screen made the ready icon above the head sway with the character.

  6. Fixed some text errors in Traditional Chinese, Korean, and French.

Optimizations

  1. Improved map selection when creating or switching maps in Custom Game.

  2. Improved lobby filtering in the Custom Game lobby list.

  3. Improved messaging for quick-joining in the friend list.

  4. Kept the mode selection UI visible after starting matchmaking in Quick Match.

  5. Allowed mouse hover to view full discount challenge tasks in the Item Shop.

  6. Improved bottom UI of the results screen in local 2-player mode in Nemo Kart.

  7. Set UI to be hidden by default when entering Photo Mode.

  8. Improved how multiple achievement unlocks are displayed simultaneously.

  9. Improved emote/action wheel with support for paging.

  10. Improved microphone status icon to better show current open-mic state in push-to-talk mode.

Version 1.12.3.0 (2025.7.10)

Content Update

  1. Added a new exhibition in the Gallery featuring the winning entries of the Party Animals Photo Contest - Season 2.

Bug Fixes

  1. Fixed an issue in Infection Mode where the game could repeatedly start new rounds and fail to end properly.

  2. Fixed an issue in Infection Mode where the visual effects on the “Jiangshi Cabbage Dog” outfit could appear incorrect.

  3. Fixed an issue in Nemo Kart on Xbox One where the afterburner effect would not disappear properly after jumping off a boost ramp.

  4. Fixed an issue in Nemo Kart where players who left mid-race still received XP rewards.

  5. Fixed an issue in Black Sails Custom Mode where the death sound could trigger early and play multiple times.

  6. Fixed an issue in Nemo Kart on PS5 where assigning RT as the “Forward” button could prevent proper item usage.

  7. Fixed an issue in Conveyor map where player voice chat might only come from the left channel in Spectator Point 1 view.

  8. Fixed an issue in Ice Breaker map where players could unlock the “Smooth Operator” achievement even after falling into water.

  9. Fixed an issue in the Cthulhu Pass screen where previewing the “2662 in Yellow” outfit and pressing Back button could cause a black box to appear behind the sofa in the Quick Match screen.

  10. Fixed an issue in Settings - Control on PS5 and Xbox where the keybinding list could display overlapping entries.

  11. Fixed an issue in Custom Game where a new lobby owner wasn’t randomly assigned after the original owner left.

Optimizations

  1. In Infection Mode:

    1. Adjusted values for Goodie skills “Speed Boost” “Double Stamina” and “Banana Enjoyer”: increased effect, reduced duration.

    2. Expanded climbable areas on the map.

    3. Improved climbing and jumping abilities for the Infected.

    4. Added a new scoring bonus: “Curious Reader.”

    5. Improved visual effects for the “All In” skill.

    6. Optimized the full-screen visual effect for Curse of the Book to support ultrawide monitors.

  2. Improved thumbnails for Gestures and Mystery Box in the Animal Level line.

  3. Added support for viewing the challenge list from the ESC menu in Quick Match.

Version 1.12.2.0 (2025.7.3)

Bug Fixes

  1. Fixed missing glow effect on the Infected’s avatar in the top-left corner after reconnecting in Infection Mode.

  2. Fixed an issue where typing messages could trigger skill / voice chat range / microphone setting hotkeys in Infection Mode.

  3. Fixed a bug where the game might fail to end properly after the round countdown in certain scenarios in Infection Mode.

  4. Fixed missing eye glow effects on The Lamb and Vicksy outfits in Infection Mode.

  5. Fixed missing particle trail effects on certain outfits (e.g. Magical Macchiato) in Infection Mode.

  6. Fixed an issue where Goodies caught by the Infected during the “Double Stamina” skill would still show infected effects after the skill ended, even if the infection failed.

  7. Fixed a bug where AI players failed to take over AFK players in Infection Mode.

  8. Fixed abnormally dark eyes on certain outfits in Nemo Kart - Shanghai by Night.

  9. Fixed a bug in Winter Cabin where Vicksy’s eye glow effect wouldn’t disappear correctly after leaving the table post milk buff.

  10. Fixed a bug in Classic Mode where bombs hit by other bombs would only launch straight up.

  11. Fixed an issue in Classic Mode where Q/E key while typing text messages in spectator view could move the camera unintentionally.

  12. Fixed spatial audio in Space Crisis drifting to one side after meetings.

  13. Fixed a delay in transitioning to the loading screen after the results screen countdown in Space Crisis.

  14. Fixed nameplates not hiding correctly during black-and-white full-screen death effect in Space Crisis.

  15. Fixed missing interaction prompt icons after reconnecting in Space Crisis.

  16. Fixed characters getting stuck after starting a meeting near power equipment in Electrical Room in Space Crisis.

Optimizations

  1. Improved AI behavior in Castleween and Blizzard maps.

  2. Further improved room list filter interactions in Custom Game.

  3. In Infection Mode:

    1. Granted a random skill to the first Infected chosen by the Book at round start.

    2. Changed weapon ammo limit to 5 shots.

    3. Added “Hunting Hour” mechanic: All Goodies are revealed on the minimap during the last 30 seconds of each round.

    4. Added 1 new skill for the Infected.

    5. Added in-game rule guide, accessible via the question mark icon in the bottom of ESC menu.

    6. Changed default skill keybinds to C on keyboard / RB on controller.

    7. Adjusted infection mechanics: the more Infected players there are, the slower the infection bar progresses.

Version 1.12.1.0 (2025.6.27)

Bug Fixes

  1. Fixed an issue in Nemo Kart custom games where the game could occasionally crash when transitioning to the next track after a race ends.

  2. Fixed a potential crash on PS5 when ending a Black Sail mission after dying during the level.

  3. Fixed an issue in the Lab mission where some walls were disappearing incorrectly.

  4. Fixed a visual bug in Infection mode where the Vicksy skin would appear red on the podium if it was in an infected state before the game ended.

  5. Fixed an issue in SMASH mode where the nameplate would not be disguised correctly when using the Face/Off Pawer.

  6. Fixed an issue in Winter Cabin where the milk sold from the vending machine had an incorrect model size.