update · December 18, 2024
THE FINALS Update 5.1 Introduces Snowball Blitz and Disables Lockbolt Objectives
THE FINALS update 5.1 launches the Snowball Blitz holiday event, temporarily removes the Lockbolt Launcher's ability to latch onto objectives, and nerfs the Cloaking Device.
THE FINALS releases update 5.1, kicking off the winter season with a new 5v5 game mode in Snowy Monaco while temporarily disabling a controversial Lockbolt Launcher interaction and rebalancing the Cloaking Device.
Gadget and Specialization Balance
The Lockbolt Launcher can no longer attach to objectives like Cashboxes and Cashout Stations. Developers noted that while creative, attaching the lockbolt to objectives created excessive impacts on game pacing and defense strategies. The feature is disabled temporarily while evaluated. Meanwhile, the Cloaking Device specialization sees a significant reduction to its maximum invisibility duration when fully stationary, dropping from 133 seconds down to 27 seconds.
Snowball Blitz Holiday Event
Snowy Monaco hosts Snowball Blitz, a 5v5 team deathmatch event running for the next two weeks. Players enter with a fixed loadout centered around snowballs, competing to reach 30,000 cash where the sole method of earning funds is through eliminations. Event contracts and winter rewards are available during the skirmish.
Map Polishing and Bug Fixes
The update resolves multiple issues across Bernal, including a VAIIYA Suspended Structure that failed to fall when hooks were destroyed, excessively bright lights around smoke, and desynced corkscrew platforms. General updates address excessive smoke on maps, holographic player images, and club request lists. Gifting is also enabled for bundles and individual bundle items.
Why this patch matters
Update 5.1 addresses dominant objective-tethering tactics and lengthy cloaking states while delivering a festive holiday playlist to keep matches engaging.