Start and end time of Free Fire December 2021 update revealed

Garena caught Free Fire fans by surprise once again as the new December update was released
Start and end time of Free Fire December 2021 update revealed

Ronny Rolim

Garena caught Free Fire fans by surprise once again as the new December update, version OB31, was released today, December 1st. Mobile gamers expected the OB31 update to be released yesterday, but were disappointed when it didn't.

Free Fire update calendar
The calendar of events on the Indonesian server showed that the release date is 4/12/2021 (Image via Free Fire)

According to the Indonesian server tips, the update was expected for December 4th. However, the developers have revealed the server downtime for today, which implies that the December 2021 update , version OB31, will be released today (1) .

Maintenance time for Free Fire update December 2021

Every time a major update is deployed, the servers are shut down for maintenance. This is mainly done so that the servers run smoothly and players enjoy the latest update.

OB31 update maintenance start time : 1:00 am

OB31 update maintenance end time : 10:00 am

Maintenance time will start at 1:00 am and end at 10:00 am today. During those nine hours, users will not be able to enjoy Free Fire.

They can go to the Google Play Store and update Free Fire to its latest version, but they can't enjoy the game until after 10am. The arrival of the update on the Play Store depends on the device the player is using. As a result, players can use APK and OBB files to access the OB31 update earlier.

Expected features of the Free Fire December 2021 update

As per the update notes, here are some significant features players can expect in the latest update:

Characters

Chrono

Chrono nerfed in Free Fire
Chrono character (CR7) is nerfed in Free Fire — Photo: Free Fire Mania

It is no longer possible to shoot through the force field.

Chrono character nerf
Chrono character (CR7) is nerfed in Free Fire — Photo: Free Fire Mania
"It is unquestionable that the Tunado Shield became the most powerful skill in Free Fire, mainly because it dominated the battle pattern thanks to its protective power that did not impede the offensive. The instantaneous and unilateral force field did not leave a gap available for opponents' reaction. To balance the dynamics, the forcefield has been updated to have a two-way effect. In other words, you won't be able to shoot opponents from inside the forcefield - unless you want to damage your shield from the inside .The duration of the forcefield, as well as its total health, has been increased to guarantee the squad's protection. We want the Tunado Shield to serve its original purpose, the defense."

Chrono skill changes (Tuned Shield):

  • Creates a force field that blocks 600 -> 800 damage from opponents -> all players.
  • All effects last for 3/3/4/4/5/5s -> 4/4/5/5/6/6s.
  • Recharge time: 250/242/235/229/224/220s -> 180/164/150/138/128/120s.
  • Removed: It is possible to shoot the opponent from within the force field.
  • Removed: Movement speed increased 5/6/7/8/9/10%.

New: The force field blocks all damage, both from within and without.

Maxim

Change in time for the use of Medical Kits.

"We've recently improved the Gluttony skill a little bit, which ended up allowing players to stay on the gas longer. This ends up hampering gameplay, so we've scaled back that improvement a bit to ensure no one extrapolates from that strategy."

Gluttony :

  • use medical kits 15/18/22/27/33/40% -> 5/8/12/17/23/30% faster.

Kamir

Increased maximum energy and energy recovers.

"Currently the Psychologist Mode in the Teacher's Lesson is a little too slow to ensure that the switch to Jiu-Jitsu Mode happens with enough energy. We've increased the power of this skill to allow you to keep life and energy balanced throughout. match."

Teacher's Lesson :

  • Psychologist Mode: Recover two ->3 energy each 3/2.8/2.6/2.4/2.2/2s -> 2.2/2/1.8/1.6/1.4/1s, maximum 100/110/120/130/140/150 -> 150/170/190/210/230/250 energy.

D-good

Increased accuracy.

"We've increased the accuracy of D-Boas so you can put that brake on opponents."

Break Foot:

  • Increased accuracy in 10/13/17/22/28/35% -> 20/23/27/32/38/45%.

Thiva

Decreased time to rescue.

"Raising in the Strike is still not fast enough to generate relevant rescues in the match. We've reduced the time to raise teammates so that the squad recovers faster."

Lifting on the Beat :

Speed to rescue (lift) companions increases by 5/8/11/14/17/20 % -> 10/13/16/19/22/25%.

FF Gladiators (x1 mode)

Free Fire Update in Gladiators Mode
December update brings changes to Gladiators FF mode — Photo: Disclosure/Garena

In-store adjustments

Choose your opponents' weapons.

"We've brought the Gladiators FF for a quick end-of-the-year visit! In this update, you and your opponent will take turns choosing combat weapons. Every two rounds, one of you will choose what will be available to both players. To win, you'll need to defeat your opponent not only in your comfort zone, but also in theirs. Do you think you have what it takes to crush it all? See you at the Steel Coliseum!"
  • Every two rounds, one side will choose the weapons available to all players.

Attention: the chosen weapons will be unavailable for selection for a certain time.

Map adjustments

Increased map size.

"The Steel Coliseum has become a little small to dispute them at x2. To account for the brave Free Fire troops, we've increased the size of the Coliseum so that you can do battle at will."
  • Largest battle area in the Steel Coliseum.

New Patent: Elite

New Elite Patent in Free Fire
December update makes new Elite patent available — Photo: Disclosure/Garena

New patent available.

"Before Challenger, but after DM, we are happy to present the Elite rank. We know that the skill gap between those who have achieved the Master rank is growing. We have brought in a new rank to make the quest for the top more challenging and competitive ."
  • New rank after Master and before Challenger: Elite.

Against Squad

Free Fire December 2021 Update on CS
Improvements in the Contra Squad (CS) — Photo: Disclosure/Garena

Item order

It is now possible to order multiple items at once.

"From now on you can order more than one item if the previous order was completed. Why? Well, why not?"
  • Orders for additional items will be available when the first order is placed.
  • Radio command will be initiated when an ordered item is shipped.

Map balancing

Adjustments on the map.

"There are moments of nervousness that are part of the adrenaline of Free Fire. Others, they are just expendable. An example of this is when we resurface at the bottom of Mill in CS. To avoid negative nervousness, we adjusted the points to resurface in Academy and in Mill to ensure the balance of battles in this area."
  • Adjustments in Academy and Mill.

Backpack limit

Added restrictions on the maximum amount of each item that can be carried.

"Currently, players can carry more than 3 gel walls or grenades for the next round of Contra Squad - and that makes it very difficult to chase damage. Which is why we've changed the amount of items that can be carried in Contra Squad , so no one can carry more than they can buy."
  • It is no longer possible to carry grenades for the next round.
  • It is no longer possible to carry more grenades than the limit during the round.

Free Fire tokens

Changes to FF Sheets

Value adjustments in the Sales Machine.

"FF Tokens are usually a little bit too rare as there is a limit of tokens available on the map. This has led to inflation. To solve this problem, we are making more tokens available in Battle Royale Mode."
  • Minimum FF Chips set to 100.
  • The appearance of the chips will be based on the amount of chips accumulated.

protective accessories

Free Fire December 2021 Update Accessories
New defense accessories — Photo: Disclosure/Garena

New protective accessories in Battle Royale.

"Introducing the new protection accessories that will be available in Battle Royale: The Helmet Thickener and the Vest Booster!"
  • Vest Booster: Reduces damage taken to limbs by 25%.
  • Helmet Thickener: Reduces head hit damage taken by 36%.

New Weapon - MAC10

New MAC10 Weapon
New weapon available — Photo: Disclosure/Garena

New weapon available.

"In this update we bring you the new MAC10 submachine gun. With its silencer attached, the MAC10 has firepower capable of penetrating even heavy armor."
  • Damage base: 24
  • Rate of fire: 0.09
  • Fatal silence: MAC10 comes with built-in silencer.

range settings

Reduced effective range.

"Some weapons have become too effective at long range, reducing the need to switch weapons throughout the game. As this sort of thing starts to spoil the fun, we've reduced the effective range of some weapons in the game."

Adjustments to the following weapons:

  • Effective UMP range: -5%
  • Effective range of MP5: -3%
  • Thompson's effective range: -3%
  • UZI effective range: -5%
  • Effective range of MAG-7: -3%

SCA

SCA Free Fire

Reduction of recoil.

"It's been some time since the SCAR has become Free Fire's lowest-precision assault rifle. As this doesn't do this weapon justice, we've reduced its recoil to increase targeting efficiency after the first shot."
  • Indentation: -10%

M60

M60 Free Fire

Reduction of recoil (crouching and lying down).

"Machine Gun Mode sacrifices a lot of mobility without offering much in return. To better reflect the purpose of this mode, we've increased the accuracy so you can sit down and shoot nonstop (in that little way you had envisioned)."
  • Machine Gun Mode recoil: -30%.

UMP and XM8

XM8 Free Fire

Increased recharge time.

"Currently it's too difficult to get close to opponents carrying the UMP and XM8. To make the close-up game more viable and balanced, we've increased the time it takes to reload these weapons."
  • Recharge time: +5%

MP5-X

MP5 Free Fire

Increased rate of fire.

"The MP5-X is one of the rarest weapons on the map, yet its damage potential is well below other submachine guns. We've increased its cadence to make it a more attractive companion for the last zone."
  • Rate of fire: +5%

kar98k

Kar98K Free Fire

Increased rate of fire.

"The Kar98k is probably the weakest sniper rifle in play right now, as its rate of fire makes it too difficult to make a sequence of attacks. To make it more viable at medium and short range, we've increased its rate of fire."

  • Rate of fire: +10%

Groza

Groza FF

Increased armor penetration.

"Despite its low availability, the Groza is not as strong as other assault rifles. To make it more effective against fully equipped opponents, we've increased its armor penetration capability."
  • Armor Penetration: +20%

weapon change time

Adjustments to Free Fire Weapons

Reduced time to switch weapons.

"We can't deny that it's actually a little gun party at some points during the match these days. To make things warmer, we've added time to switch weapons. It's time to see who's really tough at switch time."
  • The time to switch weapons will vary depending on the weapon type selected.

Flashbang

Opponents hit become more visible.

"Do you find it confusing to identify which opponent was hit by the light grenade? Yeah, so do we. We've added more striking identifiers so that everyone involved has an easier time identifying who was hit by the light grenade."
  • Optimization of target markers hit by the light grenade.

gameplay

Slaughter assistance

Assists will be shown on the HUD.

"Right now it's a bit difficult to identify when someone you've injured is shot or laid down by a teammate. In this update, we've added assistance notifications to let you know when someone has finished work for you. This will also give more visibility to that teammate who never finishes, but makes the booyah possible."
  • Provide assistance notifications when teammates take down previously hit opponents.

Bookmarks

Mark multiple targets, including locating opponents.

"Communication is everything, but words aren't always enough. Now you can mark pretty much anything on the map. You can also tap twice in a row to signal your teammates where your opponents are."
  • Markers available for objects, vehicles and items.
  • Double tap provided to signal the presence of opponents.

little look

Added option to parachute jumping.

"Now you can take that peek around while skydiving and keep the HUD clean when it lands."
  • Added peek during parachute jumping and while driving.

racing options

2 in 1 option available.

"Is it hard to choose what's your thing? Well, no more!"
  • It is now possible to combine tap and drag to run.

Optimizations

  • Guild Leaders and Deputy Leaders can set a minimum Contra Squad rank as a prerequisite;
  • Players using radio commands will flash on the minimap;
  • Players will automatically receive gel walls in the Combat Zone on Training Island;
  • Optimizing the display of universal fragments in the level up menus;
  • Nightmare Style available in the Personalized Room;
  • Optimization of contact weapons animations;
  • Optimization of battle tag special effects;
  • Graphics optimization when outside the safe zone;
  • Optimized cooldown display for individual Airdrops;
  • Names of locations visible when parachuting in Battle Royale;
  • The volume of multiple culling notifications adjustable in the settings menu;
  • Dynamic safe zone available in the Custom Room's Contra Squad;
  • It is possible to give different nicknames to your friends;
  • Weapon and skin special effects will not happen during combat.
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