# Insurgency: Sandstorm Update 1.18 Operation: Overrun - Release Notes

- Product: Insurgency: Sandstorm (https://whatsnew.fyi/product/insurgency-sandstorm)
- Vendor: New World Interactive
- Date: 2025-04-22
- Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/581320/view/503948544327025423
- Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/insurgency-sandstorm/releases/2025-04-22-update-1.18-operation-overrun-release-notes

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- **added** — Added new map Forest playable on Versus modes (Push Security, Push Insurgents, Frontline, Firefight East, Firefight West, Domination, Skirmish, Ambush) and Co-op modes (Checkpoint Security, Checkpoint Insurgents, Hardcore Checkpoint Security, Hardcore Checkpoint Insurgents, Outpost, Survival)
- **added** — Added M250 light machine gun for Security faction
- **added** — Added H21 light machine gun for Insurgents faction
- **added** — Added Forest Warden Gear Set cosmetic for Security faction containing seven gear pieces
- **added** — Added Phantom Gear Set cosmetic for Insurgents faction containing five gear pieces
- **added** — Added Green Recon Weapon Skin Set for Security faction available for M4A1, MK 18 CQBR, M250, MP7, MK 14 EBR, and L106A1
- **added** — Added Bloodwood Weapon Skin Set for Insurgents faction available for M16A2, AKS-74U, H21, TOZ-194, M99, and Browning HP
- **added** — Added First Blood limited-time PvP mode featuring LMGs and sidearms only
- **added** — Added Overrun-themed cosmetic patches for both Security and Insurgent factions
- **changed** — Moved Defusal mode to limited-time game mode rotation
- **changed** — Moved Free For All to limited-time game mode rotation
- **changed** — Improved lighting on Citadel to increase visibility while maintaining atmosphere
- **fixed** — Fixed player haircut missing in 3rd person and Customize menu when wearing Desert Corpsman mask and headgear
- **fixed** — Fixed visual issues on several maps on WinGDK, Steam, and EGS
- **fixed** — Fixed magazine disappearing during fast reloads on weapons with underbarrels
- **fixed** — Fixed iron sight on SKS not visible when using National Pride skin
- **fixed** — Fixed Desert Corpsman shirt duplicating left arm tattoo onto right arm
- **fixed** — Fixed G36K having an extra piece near the barrel
- **fixed** — Fixed WCX muzzle flash being overly bright when using optics on night maps
- **fixed** — Fixed Biker helmet visor transparency in Customize menu

Hello soldiers!

Welcome to the release notes for Update 1.18: Operation: Overrun! We’ve officially been cleared for landing, although safe arrival is not guaranteed.

This update features a brand-new map, a new LTGM, and two new weapons.

##### **NEW MAP: FOREST**

Set in an abandoned airbase overtaken by nature, Forest offers a mix of CQB and long-range engagements, spanning from dense woodland and shallow riverbeds to crumbling runways and rusted hangars.

Forest is playable on:

**Versus**

- _Push Security_

- _Push Insurgents_

- _Frontline_

- _Firefight East_

- _Firefight West_

- _Domination_

- _Skirmish_

- _Ambush_

**Co-op**

- _Checkpoint Security_

- _Checkpoint Insurgents_

- _Hardcore Checkpoint Security_

- _Hardcore Checkpoint Insurgents_

- _Outpost_

- _Survival_

##### **NEW WEAPONS: M250 & H21**

Operation: Overrun introduces two new weapons to the conflict: the **M250** for Security and the **H21** for Insurgents!

##### **M250 (SEC)**

_Built for mobility and control, the M250 provides adaptable firepower in a compact, battle-ready platform._

##### **H21 (INS)**

_A powerhouse of suppression, the H21 thrives in intense firefights with its rugged design and belt-fed efficiency._

##### **NEW PREMIUM DLC:**

##### **Forest Warden Gear Set (SEC)**

_Adapt to the environment with the Forest Warden Skin Set for Security!_

Contains seven different cosmetic gear pieces:

- _Forest Warden Top_

- _Forest Warden Bottom_

- _Forest Warden Headset_

- _Forest Warden Balaclava_

- _Forest Warden Goggles_

- _Forest Warden Gloves_

- _Forest Warden Boots_

##### **Phantom Gear Set (INS)**

_Strike from the shadows with the Phantom Skin Set for Insurgents!_

Contains five different cosmetic gear pieces:

- _Phantom Top_

- _Phantom Pants_

- _Phantom Helmet_

- _Phantom Gloves_

- _Phantom Boots_

##### **Green Recon Weapon Skin Set (SEC)**

_Master the terrain with the Green Recon Weapon Skin Set for Security!_

The Green Recon Weapon Skin can be equipped in the Loadout menu for the Security faction on the following weapons:

- _Rifleman, Demolitions: **M4A1**_

- _Advisor: **MK 18 CQBR**_

- _Gunner: **M250**_

- _Breacher: **MP7**_

- _Marksman: **MK 14 EBR**_

- _Secondary: **L106A1**_

##### **Bloodwood Weapon Skin Set (INS)**

_Cut down the competition with the Bloodwood Weapon Skin Set!_

The Bloodwood Weapon Skin can be equipped in the Loadout menu for the Insurgent faction on the following weapons:

- _Rifleman, Demolitions: **M16A2**_

- _Advisor: **AKS-74U**_

- _Gunner: **H21**_

- _Breacher: **TOZ-194**_

- _Marksman: **M99**_

- _Secondary: **Browning HP**_

##### **NEW PVP LTGM: FIRST BLOOD**

With the release of the new **M250** and **H21** light machine guns, we want to give players a fun and focused environment to explore what these weapons offer. That's where **First Blood** comes in. It's a nod to the gritty 80’s action films that inspired the tone of Operation: Overrun.

This limited-time PvP mode strips things down to LMGs and sidearms only, throwing players into chaotic engagements that play to these weapons' strengths: suppressive fire and raw stopping power. We think it offers a great opportunity to get a feel for these new LMGs.

##### **Cosmetic Patches**

We’ve added brand new Overrun-themed cosmetic patches to both factions so you can bring the heat in style!

The following patches will be available at launch:

**Security Patches**

- _Operation: Overrun_

- _Unstoppable_

- _Rotorhead_

- _Support is close_

- _Unseen_

- _Hard Landing_

**Insurgent Patches**

- _Rebel_

- _Hello_

- _Wolverine_

- _Tiger eye_

- _Molotov throw_

##### **IMPROVEMENTS**

##### **Lighting Changes**

In our ongoing mission to improve visibility, we determined that the lighting on Citadel was too dark, leading to frustrating moments where players couldn't always spot their opponents in the heat of battle. We've updated the lighting to make the map brighter overall while maintaining the mood and atmospher

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