hotfix · February 2, 2024

The Finals Hotfix 1.6.1 Restores Missing Matchmaking Fixes

Hotfix 1.6.1 brings back crossplay matchmaking fixes and balance changes omitted from the Mid-Season Update 1.6.0.

Embark Studios has released Hotfix 1.6.1 for The Finals. The update restores balance changes and crossplay matchmaking fixes from Patch 1.5.5 that failed to carry over into Mid-Season Update 1.6.0.

Matchmaking and Balance Restoration

The patch reinstates the balance adjustments and crossplay matchmaking fixes originally deployed in Patch 1.5.5. These elements were accidentally dropped during the 1.6.0 Mid-Season Update.

Leaderboards and Startup Changes

Developers applied corrections to fix leaderboard issues. Players will also find a surprise element when starting the game.

Why this patch matters

This hotfix restores lost balance tweaks and matchmaking fixes from Patch 1.5.5 while addressing leaderboard bugs.