A new Escape From Tarkov update 0.16.6 is now available to download on PC(Steam). According to the official Tarkov patch notes, the latest update enhances performance on Lighthouse, returns visual detail on Customs, introduces QoL crafting and insurance features, rebalances AI aiming, and fixes critical bugs across AI, sound, UI, and terrain systems. Apart from this Escape From Tarkov patch 16.6 also includes stability fixes.
Tarkov Patch 0.16.6 Notes – April 29, 2025
Escape from Tarkov Patch Notes Summary
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Performance improvements on Lighthouse and visual detail returns on Customs.
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Hideout QoL upgrades: bulk craft purchases, new recipes, and posters.
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New high-level taskline added with a weekly special task unlock.
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AI aim rebalancing to reduce random headshots and improved peaceful patrols.
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Numerous critical bug fixes including bot double damage, item freezes, UI issues, and terrain glitches.
Patch Notes – April Update
Performance & Visual Improvements
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Optimized performance across various areas of Lighthouse.
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Restored previously removed location details on Customs.
Hideout Updates
Quality of Life
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Players can now purchase all required items directly when selecting a crafting recipe.
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Expiring insured items are now highlighted on the insurance screen.
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Tasks will automatically restart if failed after a raid.
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New transition UI: Hold hotkey for a few seconds to switch between locations.
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Task result sounds (completed/failed) are dimmed if an achievement is earned simultaneously.
New Content
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New posters added to the Hideout.
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New Water Collector crafting recipes introduced.
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New high-level taskline available that boosts various skills; completing it unlocks a special weekly task.
AI Behavior & Combat Adjustments
AI Animation & Combat Tuning
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Bots now play grenade pin pull animation before throwing.
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Reduced frequency of AI headshots under these conditions:
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First shot at ranges >100m (except Zryachiy)
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While moving, post-sprint, during power slides or stance changes
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Applies to AI PMCs, Raiders, Rogues, and regular bots
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Accuracy at very close range or to body parts remains unchanged
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AI Behavior Enhancements
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Peaceful bot behavior improved: patrols are longer in mission zones before roaming.
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Applies to tasks:
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Safe Corridor (Reserve)
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Pest Control (Reserve)
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Long Road (Lighthouse)
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Provocation (Interchange)
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No Swiping (Shoreline)
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Preemptive Strike (Shoreline, Customs, Woods)
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Overpopulation (Lighthouse)
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Rite of Passage (Customs)
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Fixes
Gameplay & Mechanics
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Resolved double damage from bots.
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Corrected money stack logic on task rewards.
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Fixed armor durability calculations.
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Labrys keycards now disappear correctly in PvE mode.
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Mip Streaming no longer causes client freeze after raids.
UI & Visuals
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Fixed Prestige display in Overall tab during raids.
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Adjusted money display in task objectives.
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Fixed incorrect task condition percentages and trader sell screen UI.
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Resolved error 228 when turning in ammo for daily tasks.
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Improved stash interactions with PMC dogtag selector open.
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Fixed brightness of certain light sources.
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Adjusted helmet flashlight slot for LShZ-2DTM.
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Resolved gear rack mannequin visibility issue.
Bot Behavior
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Bots no longer spin in place when looting.
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Bots now speak voice lines properly before attacking unseen PMCs.
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Minor improvements made to overall bot behavior.
Audio & Sound Portals
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Fixed sound muffling issues in rooms with open doors.
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Corrected indoor 3rd person armor and helmet hit sounds.
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Fixed footstep desync sounds out of player sight.
Environment & Terrain
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Fixed terrain geometry issues on Lighthouse, The Lab, and Shoreline (teleports, clipping, etc.).
Miscellaneous
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Prevented ammo packs from being insured.
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Fixed incorrect weight of the WARTECH TV-115 plate carrier.
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Resolved consumable item freezing when used by another player.
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Fixed visual glitches with x2 and x4 resampling.
Previously, a major update added a new character model, emotes, and an improved tutorial. Unfortunately, players are still experiencing several issues. Today’s EFT patch 16.6 will fix a few of these issues. Read more details below.
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