Infiltrator Rework - July Dev Letter
[p]Welcome back Auraxians, [/p][p]Summer is in full swing; and the long-awaited Infiltrator Rework PTS update is live! In today’s letter you’ll learn about the new additions, changes and balance adjustments to the Infiltrator class. We hope you enjoy the PTS update, and we look forward to hearing about your experiences with the changes. [/p][p][/p]Infiltrator Rework – Phase One (PTS, July 30 – August 12 , 2025)
[p]The new Infiltrator rework aims to reduce the class's overreliance on high-damage ambushes while expanding their utility in team-based play. The class is being adjusted to support more tactical, flexible gameplay. We recognize how impactful and potentially jarring these class and playstyle changes can be. [/p][p]Therefore, we invite you to fill out our new PTS survey on the changes. The survey is live and we encourage you to partake in it as you complete your playtest this weekend. Your feedback is very important to us, so be sure to drop your feedback! [/p][p][/p][p]Cloaking Adjustments [/p]- [p]Increased delay between decloaking and firing[/p][/*]
- [p]Cloaked players are now more visible and audible at close range[/p][/*]
- [p]Stalker Cloak no longer allows infinite stealth while moving [/p][p][/p][/*]
Wraith Cloak (Flash) Changes
- [p]Increased delay between decloaking and firing[/p][/*]
- [p]Cloak effectiveness decreases significantly at close distances [/p][p][/p][/*]
New Tool – Recon Drone
- [p]Deployable scout drone controlled by the Infiltrator[/p][/*]
- [p]Can mark enemies for allies within a limited range[/p][/*]
- [p]The EMP Grenade drop feature is available for use.[/p][/*]
- [p]Infiltrator remains stationary and vulnerable while piloting the drone[/p][/*]
- [p]Drone has a limited battery, low health, and emits detectable audio/visual cues[/p][/*]
- [p]Certification options include extended range, longer mark duration, and offensive upgrades[/p][/*]
- [p]The drone cannot be used in conjunction with cloaking abilities [/p][/*]
Implants
- [p]New Observer Implant for the Engineer class. By equipping this implant, Spitfire turrets can now spot cloaked Infiltrators and attack them[/p][/*]
- [p]Multiple implants, including Dead Man Trigger, have received critical feedback.[/p][list]
- [p]Dev Note: We are reviewing this feedback and are exploring adjustments to improve their design, clarity, and tactical value[/p][/*]
Next Steps
- [p]This update marks just the first phase of the rework[/p][/*]
- [p]Additional changes are planned in later phases based on testing and community input. We want to share 2 main changes planned for phase 2. If we are satisfied with their quality, we will present them to the community for evaluation in future playtests[/p][list]
- [p]The Recon Drone's ability to spot and mark even cloaked infiltrators[/p][/*]
- [p]Well distinguishable visual effect of glare from sniper scopes. The effect will be noticeable even on cloaked Infiltrators looking through the scope[/p][/*]
