In the context of PC gaming "scene" releases (groups like RELOADED, CODEX, etc.), "Update 1" usually refers to the first official patch released by the developers, which the cracking group has bypassed. For Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare, this update was crucial because the initial release had performance issues and launcher problems.
In the year 2054, the world is shaped by Private Military Corporations (PMCs) like the Atlas Corporation, led by Jonathan Irons. The story begins with Jack Mitchell, a U.S. Marine who loses his left arm and his best friend, Will Irons, during a North Korean invasion of Seoul. At Will's funeral, Jonathan Irons offers Mitchell a second chance: a high-tech prosthetic arm and a position within Atlas.
The primary goal of this initial update was to stabilize the game across PC and console platforms. Key improvements included: Connectivity & Matchmaking
Title: Looking back at the impact of Call of Duty: AW Update 1 (RELOADED)
Fixing game-breaking bugs present in the "1.0" version of the game.
- Buy the game on Steam (frequently on sale for $10–$20).
- Let Steam auto-update to the latest official version (v1.22 or higher).
- This will give you working multiplayer, all DLC (if purchased), and no risk of malware.
- Exo Suits: The Exo Suit's speed and agility have been adjusted to improve balance in multiplayer.
- Shotguns: The effectiveness of shotguns has been rebalanced to reduce their close-range dominance.
- Sniper Rifles: Sniper rifles have received a slight buff to their damage output.
