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===ARMA 2 Operation Arrowhead UPDATE 1.57 ===

Copyright (c) 2010 Bohemia Interactive. All rights reserved.

This free update is sponsored by Bohemia Interactive store http://store.bistudio.com/, the online store where you can buy Arma 2 titles and other games directly from the developers.

=== Download Mirrors ===

*1.50 to 1.57 update
 CRC32: 0a2a9f1c
 MD5: c2b61af162e0c48c9f78d66a4ca2c408
 SHA-1: 1e3a5340246f962d7cf9f1980ef0c1936cc43d1e

Http:

* http://www.filefront.com/17685132/ARMA2OA_Patch_1_57.zip
* http://arma2.co.uk/patchs/ARMA2OA_Patch_1_57.zip
* http://213.245.0.237/Bohemia/auto/ARMA2OA_Patch_1_57.zip
* http://dl1.armed-assault.de/patches/ARMA2OA_Patch_1_57.zip
* http://dl2.armed-assault.de/patches/ARMA2OA_Patch_1_57.zip
* http://kamran.cc/ARMA2/ARMA2OA_Patch_1_57.zip
* http://solidfiles.com/d/7a1e/
* http://www.filedropper.com/arma2oapatch157
* http://www.multiupload.com/44KJU4AL1S - '''6 mirrors'''
* http://www.patches-scrolls.de/armed_assault_2_operation_arrowhead.php#157
* http://www.massmirror.com/38021480041bcfa70597860b59a11351.html
* http://vbau.co.uk/?page_id=114

Ftp:

* ftp://


Torrents:

* http://www.gameupdates.org/details.php?id=4382
* http://

=== SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ===

An original version of Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead 1.50-1.56.

=== HOW TO INSTALL THE PATCH ===

* Run the patch exe to apply the patch setup automatically.
* It will install all patch content to the folder with your Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead installation.
* Please note that it is not possible to rollback to a previous version after the installation of this patch, only a full reinstall of the game is possible, if you want to keep your previous version you may want to backup the entire game installation folder before applying this patch.
* NOTE: This patch will also update your:
** ARMA 2 1.05+ to 1.08.
** ARMA 2 BAF 1.00+ to 1.02 if necessary.
** ARMA 2 PMC 1.00 to 1.01 if necessary.
** BattlEye to latest version for all titles

=== Version 1.57 Highlights ===
    
    * improved netcode (better locality handling)
    * new scripting commands
    * 4 new bonus scenarios for owners of the full version of Arma 2: Private Military Company

=== Version 1.56-1.57 Changelog ===

==== Data ====

    * Add: camo (replaceable textures) selections for M2A2/3.
    * Changed: GPS added for all SUVs.
    * Fixed: A/MH6 main rotor artifact.
    * Fixed: Missions: 06 From Hell, task "Locate the pilot" always failed.

==== Engine ====

    * Fixed: Cursor on the windows borders no longer flashing when attempting to drag/resize the window. 
    * Fixed: Win7/Vista Aero preview should no longer be activated by mouse movement while playing. 
    * Fixed: Helicopters no longer lifting off when aircraft passed over them (http://dev-heaven.net/issues/14589). 
    * Fixed: AI Helicopters wobbling up and down (http://dev-heaven.net/issues/14410). 
    * Improved: Enemy targets are now unassigned once their crew is killed.
    * Fixed: doFire did not work on most targets.
    * New: Multihome servers support. Commandline parameter -ip=my.ip.add.res available.
    * Fixed: SetCaptive doesn't stop AI shooting at a unit/player (fix 2.0) 
    * Fixed: Groups were missing units after group changes on JIP clients. 
    * Fixed: LOD switching with -exThreads=0 
    * Fixed: Despite irTarget = 0 units/objects could be locked with TAB. 
    * Fixed: SetCaptive doesn't stop AI shooting at a unit/player.
    * New: allMissionObjects script command.
    * New: Script command setPlayerRespawnTime.
    * New: new AllDead command.
    * Fixed: Video playback stuttering.
    * Fixed: Locality issues of objects in MP (mainly updates from nonowner errors). Version raised to 1.57 due to MP incompatibility.

==== PMC changelog 1.00-1.01 ====

===== Data =====

    * Fixed: Shadow artifact on bridge on Proving Grounds map.
    * Changed: XM8 optics reworked.
    * Fixed: XM8 Front grip
    * New: Ammo create with PMC weapons.

===== Missions =====

    * Added: Campaign teaser including CP00 and trailer.
    * Fixed: CP10A - The Boss was not leaving the villa when in danger.
    * Fixed: CP10A - Player was not able to finish the Boss from distance.
    * Fixed: CP08B - Group callsign was "Sword", not "Spear".
    * Fixed: CP08A - Player was not able to access helicopter gear menu.
    * Fixed: CP07 - Client UAV re-enabled again.
    * Fixed: CP05 - Mission did end before conversation was finished.
    * Fixed: CP02 - Dixon fired only once, causing mission not to continue.
    * Fixed: CP00 - Mortar explosions now occur further away from player.
    * Fixed: Backpack content is now saved between CP05 and CP06.


[[Category:Arma 2OA: Patches & Updates|1.57]]