With us beginning a release/patch cadence of every two weeks, here is what you can expect in the upcoming release and what events are on the horizon. The release is expected to go live Wednesday, September 27th at approximately 15:00 UTC. This release will be a rolling release, meaning we will scale up the percentage of people with the release over a few days to minimize bugs or crashes. Below you will find the updates included in this release.
THIS INFORMATION UNDER EMBARGO UNTIL RELEASED SEPTEMBER 27th, 15:00 UTC / 11:00 AM EDT / 9:00 AM MDT / 8:00 AM PDT.
RELEASE NOTES FOR 1.49 - UNDER EMBARGO UNTIL RELEASE IS LIVE
Hello Zwifters!
We begin our phased rollout of Zwift game version 1.49 today to Windows / macOS / Android today. iOS / tvOS phased rollout will begin tomorrow.
All Platforms:
Onboarding: We have updated our onboarding experience to provide new Zwifters a suggested series of things to do during their first few rides while also teaching them the basics of how to Zwift (cycling only).
Cycling XP Awards: In order to make XP awards for miles and kilometers more equitable, we will now award 32 XP per mile ridden, up from 30. Zwifters will still earn 20 XP per kilometer ridden. Read more about it here. No change for run XP
Repack Rush: Improved visual navigation of the Repack Report global and local leaderboards.
Zwift Play: Ride Leaders can now control fence options using Zwift Play controllers.
Zwift Play: Fixed an issue where the braking haptic (vibration) feedback would not work properly if Zwift Play controllers were power cycled or disconnected and reconnected while in game.
Improved the difficulty estimation of workouts containing free ride blocks.
Elite Rizer: Improved steering responsiveness in Repack Rush.
Elite Rizer: Fixed an issue that prevented intersection route selection via steering.
Fixed an issue which caused bikes to have dust trails and gravel sounds on some Climb Portal routes.
Running: Fix a bug where speed signals were not working for some treadmills (Bowflex BXT226, BXT216, Landice L7)
Fixed an issue that could make it difficult to stay in packs or overtake riders in groups.
Fix Progress bar slightly cut off for Asian languages.
Fixed an issue that could cause lag or crashes while navigating through workout collections.
Fixed a visual issue with custom workout cards.
Fixed an issue which caused the "Fit & Fun" workout to go missing.
Climb Portal: Fixed an issue that would allow you to slightly steer off of the road boundaries on some routes.
Fixed an issue in the France world where an unnamed segment timer would appear with no ETA when approaching the Petit KOM arch from the start of Tire-Bouchon.
General game stability improvements.
Zwift Launcher: Updated Windows / macOS launcher to version 1.1.10.
Workouts: A reorganization of our workout content into goal-oriented collections that will help Zwifters more easily find the workout they want to do today.
Android:
Zwift Play: Fixed a potential crash that could occur after turning off a controller.
Zwift Hub: Fixed a potential crash that could occur after powering off the trainer.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Check out the details for events that are coming up in the next month. All events are available to be covered in marketing promotions beginning the date of registration or first in-market date.
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Climb Portal
Details: We have the new schedule available for October. You will continue to find the climbs that will be available for two week in the image below.
Details: The Tour of Watopia is back! Charge towards your next level during the five on-demand stages. Double XP galore, tons of swag to unlock, and endless fitness gains. Check off stages by knocking out a ride on-demand or joining a Tour of Watopia, ZRacing, or club event to get double XP on your schedule.
Zwift’s new draft indicator will make it easier for Zwifters to perfect their positioning in the bunch, and the all-new ride report screen gives you your essential information where you need it.
