After much buildup and anticipation, InGame Studios and 505Games are excited to announce that Crime Boss: Rockay City’s 11th major update is now available for players to enjoy.

This update brings new and fun content to experience, but most importantly, it delivers numerous fixes and adjustments that players have requested and patiently awaited.

Working on Update 11 has been primarily an effort to improve the game’s quality of life and iron out any lingering issues. While we’ve included some fresh new content for you to explore and experiment with, the main focus of this update is on ensuring that Crime Boss plays as smoothly and as fun as possible.

The content of this update is too long to list here but we will cover some of the essentials.

New Content:

• New gadgets added: Proximity Mine, Camera Spy, Colorful Magazine.
• New weapon combinations added.
• “Defend business partner” mission added as a Defend Warehouse variant.
• Silver and Wiz are unlockable for Multiplayer now.

Updates:
Progression

• Account and Campaign progression is now slightly faster.
• Perks were moved out from the progression system and can be purchased directly in “Boss customization” screen including new Tier III perks.
• First win of the day added to boost progression. Available in Multiplayer missions.

Gameplay Balance

• All tiers of perks are now available.
• Previously acquired perks will grant one pending level each so players can choose reward compensation.
• Explosion timer for grenades starts after grenade is released, not after it impacts target.
• Hard and Extreme difficulty was rebalanced for better challenge.
• Improvements of bots.
• New ping options added for bot commanding.
• Updated DLSS and XeSS to newer versions.

Fixes:

• Multiple fail-safes to prevent progress loss on game crash/ electricity loss/ etc.
• Non-player characters (bots) in Multiplayer no longer take a hidden 4% mission cut each.
• Campaign reward boss skins who previously did not have any voices have basic voices now.
• Players and bots now regenerate health correctly even if bot switch is used before revive.
• Asset goals (Piano, Penthouse) will now react to the asset purchase immediately when it happens.
• “Cagnali’s Fortress” mission:
  • Should now show an accurate maximal reward.
  • Should now give a vastly increased reward in the campaign (previously it used the default amount).
  • It always gave the maximal reward in Multiplayer. Now it’s based on mission progress and performance.

Modding:
• Implementing a UGC plugin for loading mods (Unreal Engine plugins), giving you the ability to Blueprint mod the game.
• Creating composite tables for the most-used DatabaseTables with BP functions to append new (or existing) tables into the composite tables, which is great for replacing or adding new weapons, for example.
• Adding the ability to add gameplay tags with the UGC Mod.
• When a campaign mode defines no map layout presets, gang starting positions will fallback to random, valid turfs (which allows for completely randomized starting positions).

Known issues:
1. “Follow me” command makes bots drop bags
2. Daily reward prompt is not visible in debrief screen
3. First asset in not available for purchase when you visit “assets” screen for the first time in Campaign
4. Guards sometimes do not pick up the distraction magazine
5. Robots react to distraction magazine
6. NPCs sometimes do not react to player after picking up the distraction magazine
7. Localisations for some new content introduced in this update will default to English

Update 11 is around the corner and we’ve got loads to tell you about!

Throughout the week, we’ll be updating this mega-thread with content you can expect from our next update. Ready to hear more? Let’s get started…

Crime Boss: Rockay City will see the return of these iconic characters to the online co-op mode – and the best part? It’s for FREE honcho!

Strapped for cash? No time to climb the ranks?

Forget about it! Daily rewards are coming to Crime Boss: Rockay City so you can be seated on the throne in no time!

CHAT WHEEL

The new chat wheel is coming to Crime Boss: Rockay City co-op!

Make sure you and your friends are connected.

NEW EQUIPMENT IS COMING!

Subvert, distract and destroy!

Crime Boss: Rockay City is expanding the arsenal with new equipment! Including the a new version of the camera jammer (This version will allow you to take control of the camera before temporarily disabling) magazine and proximity mine!

Some visual touchups are coming to Crime Boss: Rockay City!

Character missions are getting a fresh coat of paint so you can enjoy these action packed settings in all their glory.

Enjoy these new and improved missions as part of our next update.

General

Hello! We’re back again with another Boss character build for Crime Boss: Rockay City!

In our previous post, we focused on stealth and infiltration. This included silenced weapons, equipment to help case the job, and perks designed to keep you out of sight while simultaneously ensuring no one escapes yours. You can check out the “Going Silent” build here:

505 Games » “Going silent” – Stealth Boss Build in Crime Boss: Rockay City

However, being a clandestine robber can sometimes be too slow, unnecessary, or straight-up impossible. For these missions and situations, professionalism must be thrown out the window in favor of a more “shock and awe” approach. Time to deal some damage!

As noted in the post above, these builds apply to your multiplayer boss and not necessarily for single-player heisters, though they can be used for inspiration. Let’s get into it!

Weapons

Primary: The Urban Striker

Bottom of the barrel in terms of accuracy, ammo capacity, and reload time, but wait! Don’t brush it off yet because this drum-fed semi-auto shotgun packs a serious punch. Keep it loaded because, though this may sound counterintuitive, this will be acting as your secondary. When things get hot and the pressure is on, pull out the Striker and feel your worries wash away as you quickly dispatch large groups of opposing forces at once or deal massive damage to unique enemies like heavies and shields. If used effectively and accurately, it’s an extremely deadly weapon, especially in tight spaces.

Secondary: Glizzy R+

The Glizzy R+ is a heavily modified version of its base counterpart. Sporting a red dot sight, compensator, and extended magazine, it can let off shots in rapid succession while maintaining relatively high accuracy. The damage output is low, but with the short reload time, enemies won’t have long before they’re back in your sights. This is a perfect sidearm when hauling loot—a full team with this weapon equipped might not even have to worry about dropping bags to switch to their primaries.

Equipment: Cluster Grenade

Exactly what it sounds like—a handheld cluster bomb! Throw it down a full corridor and see just how quickly it clears out, or put some arch in it and create a rudimentary air burst. Be careful though, these things can be unpredictable and potentially cause a lot of collateral damage—blowing up civilians, cars, or even you and your team.

Boss Perks

Perk 1: Gun Nut

The Gun Nut perk increases your overall weapon handling. Faster reloads, decreased weapon sway, the ability to reload while sprinting, and a slight damage buff will ensure that no matter how outmanned you are, the enemy will always be outgunned.

Perk 2: Marksman

The Marksman perk gives your boss a further increase in firearm damage. It may not offer much, but what it does offer is substantial. With the combination of Marksman, Gun Nut, and the Urban Striker, you can expect most cops, gangsters, and guards to go down with little to no fight.

Perk 3: Comeback

As the primary damage dealer of your crew with this loadout, it’s important that you stay in the fight for as long as possible. The Comeback perk ensures you do, granting you an extra revive. Just make sure you bring someone reliable along to pick you up.

What’s Your Build?

If you want to suggest a build, improve on ours or want more of these in the future, join our discord or let us know our Steam suggestion sub-forum . See you in Rockay City!

Crime Boss: Rockay City out now on Steam! All previously released DLC’s for a limited time are included for FREE!

BUY NOW: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2933080/Crime_Boss_Rockay_City/

Patch notes for Update 9.5:

• Added a loading screen at the start of the game to allow shaders to compile before player interaction.
• Fixed stutter when using controllers (Epic only – does not happen on other platforms).
• Performance optimizations for Bank levels.
• Fixed a Save issue where players are not be able to select new Boss cards.
• Multiple crash fixes.

Patch notes for Update 9.4

• Fixed an issue where throwable equipment were sometimes unusable.

• Fixed an issue with new clients joining a session in progress would count as a revive.

• Sorting in session browser is properly functional now.

• Closing the game while in a mission in Baker’s Battle will no longer stack the payout bonus, thus the money exploit is no longer valid.

• Chat visibility fixed. Text instructing player to write now disappears after pressing enter.

• Sentry turret no longer breaks client’s FOV.

• Multiple crash fixes.

ICYMI – On June 18th, we launched Crime Boss: Rockay City here on Steam. The response has been amazing! We’ve set up this thread to give you more info on how you can report any problems you may come across and to ensure you get the support you need.

In addition, we will use this thread to provide info on game updates. We believe in being as transparent as possible, so whenever we have updates to share, we will update this thread with the latest from our lands.

On behalf of the whole Crime Boss: Rockay City team at INGAME STUDIOS and 505 Games, we want to thank you for your incredible show of support.

À bientôt dans Rockay City !

IMPORTANT INFO AND UPDATES

🌴COMMUNITY FAQ GUIDE🌴
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If you find any bugs in game, please report them using the form below.
https://fs30.formsite.com/505games/crimeboss/index

🌴MESSAGES / UPDATES🌴
JUNE 19TH – 16:30 BST
We’re aware that some players are experiencing performance issues in-game. The team are investigating this issue as a matter of priority. As soon as we have an update to share, we will let you know. Thank you for your patience!

The wait is over! Crime Boss: Rockay City is OUT NOW on Steam. We’ve been on quite the journey to get to this point and we’re super excited to be welcoming more of you to this growing community.

WE’D LOVE TO HEAR YOUR THOUGHTS! LEAVE US A REVIEW.

There are so many reasons to pick up Crime Boss: Rockay City today!

Here’s what you need to know.

NEW PRICE AND LAUNCH DISCOUNT

There’s a new price in town! In case you missed the news, Crime Boss: Rockay City launches today at the following price:

£15.99 $19.99 €19.99

What’s more, new Heisters will be able to enjoy 20% off at launch. Grab yourself an absolute steal while you can. This deal won’t be around for long!

For a limited time, we’re giving away all previous DLC for Crime Boss: Rockay City for FREE on Steam. When you purchase the game, you will not only receive the base game, but also the following DLC packs:

Cagnali’s Order
Dragon’s Gold Cup
Heavy Hitters Weapon Pack
Tactical Weapon Pack

Want to know more about our DLC packs? Take a look at our Steam broadcast on our store page.

We’ve come a long way and our future is looking brighter than ever. Want to know what the future of Rockay City looks like? Take a look at our roadmap below:

 

Finally, we want to take this opportunity to say thank you. Thank you to each and every one of you that has shown us support. It doesn’t go unnoticed. Your encouragement means the world to the team at INGAME STUDIOS and 505 Games.

For those who pick up the game here on Steam, we’d love to hear your thoughts in our Community Hub! We’d also encourage you to leave us a review – Your feedback really does help us.

À bientôt dans Rockay City !

CRIME BOSS: ROCKAY CITY IS COMING TO STEAM

505 Games and InGame Studios are thrilled to announce that our first-person action heisting game, Crime Boss: Rockay City, will be releasing on Steam, June 18^th 2024. Get ready to manage a crew of heisters to take the town by storm in the single player rogue-lite campaign or join up with a group of friends to pull of large and daring heists in various online multiplayer game modes. We’ve been on an incredible journey so far and we can’t wait to welcome more Heisters on board next month.

Cagnali’s Order

Along with the Steam release comes Update 9 and an all-new major DLC pack, Cagnali’s Order.

A new player has arrived in Rockay. Cagnali Industries has one goal in mind: control. Will you be able to rise against impossible odds, face the monolith and resist order? Discover the conspiracy that stands to shift the fabric of Rockay in this all-new plotline, either solo or with friends.

Cagnali’s Order features four dystopian missions where the RCPD have been joined by an evil mega-corporation’s robotic police squad. Bursting with new enemies, a new boss, playable characters (plus obligatory laser gun!), Cagnali’s Order forms the backbone of the expansion package (which already includes a re-worked gaming system, levels, weapons packs, heists and so much more.)

Steam Special Offer

For this momentous occasion in our game’s history, we wanted to give new players and longtime fans the Crime Boss: Rockay City experience in its entirety. When you purchase the game on Steam, you will not only receive the base game, but for a limited time, Cagnali’s Order and all previous DLC for FREE!

This includes:

• Dragon’s Gold Cup
• Heavy Hitters Weapon Pack
• Tactical Weapon pack

Add Crime Boss: Rockay City to your Steam wishlist now to be notified upon release, so you can claim this offer while it lasts.

WISHLIST NOW

Join Our Growing Community

Not only can you engage with us here on Steam, but we would also like to invite any and all players to join our Discord server to ask questions, talk about the game, provide feedback, stay up to date with announcements and connect with our wonderful and expanding player base.

Behind the scenes, the team are working on a roadmap of content that takes us into 2025, with various new levels, characters and perks in the pipeline. What’s more, expect Halloween content later in 2024, through to Winter Ops heists in 2025.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Crime Boss. We are incredibly excited for this next chapter and look forward to seeing you on Steam and in the streets of Rockay City.

See you there,

InGame Studios

505 Games