A new Escape From Tarkov update 1.0.2 introduces the Escape from Duckov event, Steam Rich Presence, matchmaking improvements, expanded loot and ammo stacks, weapon overheat reductions, and rebalanced tasks and progression. Apart from this Escape From Tarkov patch 1.0.2.0 also addresses AI behavior, visual issues, inventory errors, and stability problems, improving overall gameplay quality.
Tarkov Patch 1.0.2.0 Notes – February 10, 2026
Event & Gameplay Updates
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Temporary Escape from Duckov collaboration event added, featuring a duck hunting task with exclusive PvP and PvE rewards.
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Steam Rich Presence implemented to display player activity.
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Game room startup optimized to improve server launch speed.
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New visual lens effect added for optical sights.
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Grenade throw sync improved to reduce desync.
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AI looting behavior refined.
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New posters container added.
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Story Tasks now include a chapter-switch sound effect.
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Weather updated to early spring season.
Personalization
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New customization sets: USEC Fahrenheit and BEAR Arktika available on official platforms.
Balancing Adjustments
Progression & Economy
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Prestige level requirement lowered from 55 to 47.
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KIA/MIA XP modifier increased from 0.4 to 0.75.
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NVG insurance enabled.
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Money can now be stored in the Keycard holder.
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FIR sledgehammer requirement removed for Hideout wall dismantling.
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New ammo and loot points added across multiple locations.
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Ammo spawn points expanded on Streets of Tarkov and Reserve.
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Reduced XP from killing bots and bosses in The Labyrinth.
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Pineapple juice craft replaced with Large Beef Stew at Nutrition Unit 2.
Ammo & Weapon Changes
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Max ammo stack sizes increased for multiple calibers across pistols, rifles, and shotguns.
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Overheat buildup reduced by 30% for 9×39 weapons (9A-91, VSK-94, SR-3M, AS VAL, VSS).
Task Adjustments
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Goals and Means: Minimum distance reduced 100 → 50m.
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Hunting Trip: Minimum distance reduced 75 → 40m.
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Connections Up North: PMC kills reduced 50 → 20.
Trading
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New 5.56x45mm M855A1 (50 pcs) pack added to Ref LL4.
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AR-10 X-25 drum magazine limit increased 1 → 5 per reset at Mechanic.
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Dollar and euro purchase prices reduced.
Fixes and Improvements
Technical & Visual
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Fixed armor zone issues on Tagilla masks and Atomic Defense CQCM mask.
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Numerous lighting, culling, and visual corrections across all locations.
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Corrected glass rendering through transparent geometry.
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Fixed mannequin display and construction timer errors in Gear Rack Hideout zone.
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Improved folding logic for built-in iron sights with optics.
Gameplay & Inventory
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Secure container and inventory display issues during local PvE loading fixed.
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Fixed crashes when pressing ESC with automatic memory cleanup enabled.
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Resolved soft-locks tied to crafted audio tapes, weapon interactions, and Partisan UGL reloads.
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Fixed problems with Flea Market ammo pack listings.
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Starting task items now correctly assigned without requiring a restart.
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Fixed reward claiming for BTR Driver tasks as Scav.
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Removed ability for Scavs to interact with signal flare extracts.
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Corrected missing player preview on Overall tab and USEC weapon display during creation.
AI & NPC Behavior
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Minotaur guard spawn visibility issues fixed.
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Sniper Scav teleporting in PvE Customs addressed.
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RUAF bots aggression on Terminal corrected.
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Bots now re-equip weapons properly after looting.
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AI fog detection logic improved.
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Fixed BTR gunner spawning outside the vehicle.
Audio
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Fixed ambient sound occlusion filter behavior.
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Music now mutes correctly when previewing character voices.
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 1.0.2.0 will fix a few of these issues. Read more details below.
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