Delta Force Update as of October 9, 2026: New Events and Balance Changes
The Delta Force developers have released an update introducing the following events and game balance changes, as well as fixing a number of bugs.
“Operations” Events
Let’s Battle
Mode Description: A brand-new 1v1 duel mode has arrived in “Operations”! Choose an operative and bring your own gear setup into the match. Invite your best friend and face off against them in a fast-paced duel. Jump into the mode and test your skills in an intense, no-holds-barred one-on-one battle!
Harmonica
Event Details: Let the grove be filled with music! Head to Layali Grove and find Zola near the cave to receive an exclusive harmonica and try out its new gameplay mechanics. During the event, complete matches in Layali Grove and fulfill the corresponding active missions to unlock a limited-time avatar and combat supplies for free!
- Event Dates: October 9–November 9.
- Rewards: “Army Stew” avatar, Tactical Weapon Voucher.
Fishing in the Grove
Event Description: Take a break from the battles and enjoy a moment of relaxation! Head to Layali Grove, find Old Joe the avid fisherman, and talk to him to learn about the new fishing mechanic. During the event, participate in matches in Layali Grove, achieve a clean evacuation, and evacuate with supplies to unlock a limited-time exclusive emoji and combat supplies for free!
- Event Dates: October 9–November 9.
- Rewards: “Clear Broth” avatar, Tactical Weapon Voucher.
Exclusive Seasonal Ammo
Event Details: New special “Haavk” ammo has arrived! Limited-edition [7.62x51 mm LS] and [5.7x28 mm HT] rounds are now available. During the event, you can purchase them directly from the auction house or, with a small chance, find them in ammo crates during “Operations” mode matches—this will significantly boost your tactical firepower!
- Event dates: October 10–16.
“Battles” Events
Open Battlefield
Event Details: The “Open Battlefield” event has begun in “Battles” mode! On the training screen, players can freely create rooms, setting the maximum number of participants and match rules. During the event, accumulate the specified amount of time in “Battles” mode to unlock a limited-edition personalized reward and a tactical weapon voucher for free!
- Event Dates: October 9 through November 9.
- Rewards: the “Perfect Synchronization” ability and a tactical weapon voucher.
Commander-in-Chief
Event Details: Gain the upper hand on the battlefield with your strategic prowess! The “Forge of Champions” mode has been optimized and improved. During the event, earn points in “Battles” mode matches or complete active missions to receive event rewards!
- Event Dates: October 9–November 9.
- Rewards: Tactical Weapon Voucher.
Drag and Save
Event Details: A new tactical gameplay mechanic—“Drag to Rescue”—has been added to “Battles” mode! Now you can drag a mortally wounded teammate to safety and provide them with medical assistance. This makes team coordination more realistic and increases your squad’s chances of survival.
- Event Dates: October 9 through November 9.
- During the event, rescue your squadmates in “Battle” mode to unlock an exclusive avatar and a tactical weapon voucher!
- Rewards: “Army Stew” avatar, tactical weapon voucher.
Arsenal
Event Details: Hone your aim! Full firepower! During the event, eliminate the specified number of enemies in “Battle” mode to unlock a limited-edition avatar and combat supplies.
- Event Dates: October 9–November 9.
- Rewards: “Clear Broth” avatar, Tactical Weapon Voucher.
Weekly Event
Weekly Supplies for “Operations”
- Details: Participate in matches and earn rewards!
- Event dates: October 9–15.
- Rewards: Participate in matches to earn Standard Gear Tickets and Elite Gear Tickets.
Weekly Supplies for “Battles”
- Event Description: Easy matches to earn rewards!
- Event Dates: October 9–15.
- Event Rewards: Play matches to earn a Weapon XP Boost Card, a Medium Weapon XP Card, and a one-time XP Multiplier Card in “Battles” mode.
Bonus Rewards for Weekend Achievements
- Event Dates: October 10–11.
- Description: During the event, your first three “Battles” Career matches will grant double Merits.
Expert’s Choice
- Event Rules: Complete missions using the specified weapons (Vector, K437) to earn rewards!
- Event Dates: October 9–15.
- Rewards: Medium Weapon Experience Token, Premium Weapon Experience Token, Weapon Voucher.
“Technic” Alloy Catalog
- Rules: The “Technic” Alloy Store is available for a limited time.
- Event Dates: October 9–15.
- Rewards: Spend “Technic” Alloy to purchase Quantum Keys, Logistics Vouchers, and a 7-day pass to upgraded safe deposit boxes.
Scoring
- Event Rules: Exchange points earned during matches for the listed rewards in “Battles” mode.
- Event Dates: October 9–15.
- Event Rewards: Earn points during “Battle” mode matches to receive quantum keys and logistics vouchers.
Store Updates
During the event, you can go to the designated entrance to participate in a one-time-only raffle. The first raffle costs just 10 Delta Coins or Delta Tickets.
There are no duplicate rewards in the prize pool. Once you’ve claimed all rewards in a round, access to the next round’s draw is automatically unlocked.
If you win the grand prize in any round, you’re guaranteed to receive one of the “Cookie” series weapon skins, selected at random. Plus, you’ll also receive all other rewards from that round that you haven’t claimed yet!
Reward overview: “Cookie” series weapon skins (K437, lever-action rifle, 93R pistol), series avatar, challenge card, amulet, graffiti, “KirpTure — Delta Anniversary Gifts,” and a premium weapon experience token.
- Event dates: October 9 through November 7.
- Access the event: [Store] — [Popular] — [Cookies]
New Limited-Edition Season Ammo
Seasonal Limited Ammo: 5.7 x 28 mm HT+
“This cartridge features a soft bullet with a high-density metal base that expands upon impact, creating a larger contact area and converting impact force into heavy fragmentation damage.”
- A round with fragmentation damage and Tier 4 penetration.
- Base damage multiplier: 1.2x.
- Armor damage multiplier: 0.2x.
- Deals fragmentation damage upon impact. The lower the enemy’s armor tier, the greater the fragmentation damage dealt.
Season 5.7 Limited Ammunition: 28 mm HT
“A round with a soft bullet and a high-density metal base expands upon impact, creating a large contact area and converting the impact force into heavy fragmentation damage.”
- A round that deals fragmentation damage and has Tier 3 penetration.
- Base damage multiplier: 1.2x.
- Armor damage multiplier: 0.2x.
- Deals fragmentation damage upon impact. The lower the enemy’s armor level, the greater the fragmentation damage dealt.
Season 7 Limited Ammunition: 7.62 x 51 mm LS
“The round is loaded with a new composite propellant charge that accelerates the bullet with greater force, significantly increasing its velocity and improving accuracy at long range.”
- High-velocity ammunition with Tier 5 penetration.
- Muzzle velocity increased by 40%.
- Vertical recoil has been increased by 8%.
- Headshots cause Ringing in the Ears, reducing the enemy’s hearing range for 10 seconds.
Mid-Season Balance Changes
Operations
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K437 Assault Rifle:
- Limb damage multiplier: 0.4x → 0.3x. ↓
All Modes
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QJB201 Light Machine Gun:
- Recoil of the QJB201 light machine gun has been increased in mobile versions. ↓
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M14 Marksman Rifle:
- Recoil of the M14 marksman rifle has been reduced in mobile versions. ↑
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“Battle” Mode Balance Changes:
- The elevation angle of the “Vulcan” cannon in “Free Build” mode has been changed from -5° to 0°.
Bug Fixes and Optimizations
- Fixed a bug that caused touch controls in mobile versions to occasionally stop responding in “Detonation” mode (bomb defusal);
- Fixed a bug that allowed players to enter certain restricted areas near the old embassy on the Mog map;
- Fixed several unbalanced positions on the Mog map;
- Fixed several positions on the Mog map that allowed Operatives to go off the map;
- Fixed a bug that caused the inspection animation for the “Seasonal Safe—Delta Anniversary Echo” item to be out of sync;
- Fixed a bug that caused collision to persist after Knox’s “Blade Storm” ability was detonated;
- Fixed a bug that prevented sound from playing when the Drifter activated “Man’s Best Friend” while prone.
Read also: Delta Force Update from September 17, 2026: new events, a skin giveaway, and balance adjustments
Previously, AZ3 became permanently available on Normal difficulty in Delta Force. Additionally, the developers fixed a bug that occasionally caused an incorrect view through the scope during aimed shots.
Photo: TiMi Studio Group.
