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OFFICIAL UPDATE · AUG 13, 2026
Hell Let Loose Vietnam Important Launch Information
The launch notice explains tutorial requirements, server demand, temporary AMD workarounds, the PC playtest-settings reset and issues under investigation. Later hotfix notes supersede some launch-day status claims.
Launch notice with later updates · Reviewed Aug 17, 2026
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What changed
The launch notice explains tutorial requirements, server demand, temporary AMD workarounds, the PC playtest-settings reset and issues under investigation. Later hotfix notes supersede some launch-day status claims.
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Launch notice with later updates
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Open Important Launch InfoCONFIRMED IN THE ANNOUNCEMENT
Key changes and facts
- Getting Started can be skipped, but the Squad Leader and Commander tutorials must be completed before those roles can be selected.
- PC playtest participants were asked to reset Video settings to default so the launch build could recalibrate them.
- The notice supplied temporary DirectX launch options and AMD Software checks for affected AMD GPU users.
- FSR 4.1 was described as implemented and still undergoing testing for a future update.
- Launch-day server and PS5 audio information should now be read together with Hotfix 1.
WHAT PLAYERS SHOULD DO
Use the update without relying on stale advice
Check 2
Complete the role-specific tutorial if Squad Leader or Commander remains locked.
Check 3
Use current hotfix notes before applying a temporary launch-day workaround.
Check 4
Do not treat future FSR 4.1 availability as live until a later official update confirms release.