A new Insurgency Sandstorm patch 1.30 is available to download on PS4, PS5, PC, and Xbox. According to the official Insurgency Sandstorm update 1.015 patch notes, the latest update introduces the new Hold map, adds the Fowler Vanta 9 and TK-33 pistols, improves AI combat behavior, fixes weapon exploits, and resolves major map, animation, UI, and server stability problems across multiple game modes. Apart from this, Insurgency Sandstorm update 1.30 also includes long list of bug fixes and changes.
Insurgency Sandstorm Version 1.015.000 Patch Notes – May 29, 2026
Insurgency: Sandstorm Update Summary
- New map “Hold” added with close-quarters combat and vertical gameplay areas.
- Two new pistols introduced: Fowler Vanta 9 and TK-33.
- New premium cosmetic gear sets, weapon skins, and faction patches released.
- AI behavior, weapon handling, and gameplay exploits fixed.
- Major fixes added for graphics, animations, maps, UI, and server stability.
New Map: Hold
- Added the new map “Hold,” set inside a police station under siege.
- Features close-range combat with tight hallways, stairwells, balconies, and a helipad.
- Playable in Versus, Co-op, and multiple multiplayer modes including Firefight, Defusal, Team Deathmatch, and Survival.
New Weapons
- Added the Fowler Vanta 9 pistol for Security forces.
- Added the TK-33 pistol for Insurgents.
- Both sidearms support existing loadouts and are designed for reliable close-range combat.
New Premium DLC
Rapid Assault Gear Set (SEC)
- Added new Security cosmetic gear pieces including helmet, balaclava, gloves, top, bottom, and boots.
Scavenger Gear Set (INS)
- Added new Insurgent cosmetic items including scarf, gloves, top, bottom, boots, and hat.
Endurance Weapon Skin Set (SEC)
- Added new skins for the M16A4, MDR, MK18 CQBR, M249, M24, and MK14 EBR.
War Torn Weapon Skin Set (INS)
- Added new skins for the AKM, SG 552, AKS-74U, PKM, Mosin-Nagant, and SVD.
New Cosmetic Patches
Insurgent Patches
- Operation: Breachpoint
- Come and get it
- Field artillery
- Tulwars
- Bastion
- Hunting eagle
Security Patches
- Operation: Breachpoint
- See you in hell
- Broken chains
- Ace of spades
- Cat’s eyes
- Scorpion
Bug Fixes
Art & Graphics
- Fixed Motion Blur staying enabled after being turned off.
- Fixed player shadows revealing positions through walls on low settings.
- Corrected Romero 2x optic reticle alignment in Picture-in-Picture mode.
- Fixed weapon clipping and missing texture issues on multiple guns and attachments.
- Resolved disappearing magazines and distorted reload animations.
- Fixed several cosmetic clipping and missing character model issues.
- Corrected DLC weapon skin alignment problems on multiple weapons.
- Restored missing M24 reload animations.
Gameplay
- Fixed exploit that increased semi-auto fire rates using melee interruptions.
- Fixed unintended accelerated backward jumping.
- Resolved firing lockout issues during melee animations with the Galil and Galil SAR.
- Enabled MP7 flip-up sights for Insurgents.
- Corrected reserve ammo values for the S12K extended magazine.
- Fixed player spawn overlap issues.
- Improved AI behavior with RPG usage, helicopter targeting, aiming, and wall detection.
Level Design & Improvements
- Fixed map exploits and unintended hiding spots across Precinct, Prison, Farmhouse, Forest, and Power Plant.
- Resolved floating player and bot spawn issues.
- Fixed ambient fire damage not working on Trainyard.
- Corrected missing or broken lighting on Hideout.
- Fixed vehicle pathing problems for AI on Refinery and Forest.
- Reduced tree flickering in the Loadout menu on Ministry Day.
UI/UX
- Fixed incorrect ammo counter behavior for underbarrel attachments.
- Resolved loadout menu display issues after switching factions.
- Fixed missing weapon attachment previews in Tutorials Range.
- Corrected marketing image mismatches for Duct Taped skins.
- Fixed typo issues and adjusted UI icon colors.
- Improved store preview image quality for the Jackal DLC pack.
Mod Editor
- Fixed mod packaging failures when Source Code Recompile was enabled.
- Resolved Linux server issues with downloading and mounting mods.
- Fixed subscribed mod updates not downloading automatically.
Miscellaneous
- Fixed server connection problems tied to wall collision issues.
- Resolved class selection lockouts when joining servers.
- Fixed freezes caused by graphics preset changes and party updates.
- Restored missing sound effects in menus and turret interactions.
- Corrected overlapping Commander and Observer radio voice lines.
- Fixed localized crash log generation issues on Epic Games Store clients.
- Resolved the “Wet Feet” achievement unlock issue while offline.
Previously, a major Insurgency Sandstorm update 1.17 introduced crossplay, the Skirmish mode, three new weapons, fresh cosmetics, and significant gameplay improvements. Unfortunately, players are still facing a number of issues with the game. Today’s Insurgency Sandstorm version 1.015 will fix a few of these issues.
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