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Bugs You Should Know: the double blacked-out (or fractured) leg damage
Tarkov has plenty of ways to make us suffer, but every now and then the game finds a new trick to keep things interesting. Like when one...
Sep 43 min read


Chemical Part 4 or Out of Curiosity or Big Customer?
Chemical Part 4, Out of Curiosity, or Big Customer? In Escape from Tarkov, completing these quests means choosing one trader and betraying the others. We break down rewards, penalties, and the dreaded reputation recovery quests to show why Therapist’s Out of Curiosity—and its Injector Case reward—remains the smartest pick for most players.
Aug 264 min read


Friend from Norvinsk – New Event Questline Walkthrough
This is a walkthrough of the new event in Escape from Tarkov that starts with the quest Friend form Norvinsk Part 1 and is made of 12 quests that end up in a misterious way and gives the achievement "Targrad Tales". The mistery has been then solved by the video released by BSG after the first players completed the questline and obtained the achievement.
Aug 2014 min read


Cheating May Be More Dangerous Than You Think
Escape from Tarkov faces a persistent cheating problem, but installing cheats can be far more dangerous than losing your account. Many cheat tools hide malware that steals passwords, credit card data, crypto wallets, and personal info. Disabling antivirus, Secure Boot, and other protections leaves your PC wide open. Cheating in EFT isn’t just unethical—it can cost you your money, identity, and digital safety.
Aug 136 min read


How to Kill Tagilla Pestily Style in 5 Easy Steps
Is Tagilla haunting your dreams? Waking up at 3 AM in a pool of sweat because Factory’s number one hammer-swinging maniac was chasing you...
Aug 112 min read


Cheating to Catch Cheaters: Results and Considerations
Content creator Joeydope tested the cheating problem in Escape from Tarkov by running 50 raids with cheats installed — not to win, but to observe. His findings? Only 2–3% of raids had cheaters, far from the infamous 60% claimed in Goat’s “The Wiggle That Killed Tarkov.” The experiment sparked debate on sample sizes, server differences, and whether BSG’s anti-cheat has improved.
Aug 105 min read


No More Silent Walking AIs!
BSG is continuing the mission promised by Nikita in a recent interview to make 2025 a “large-scale collaborative project between...
May 142 min read


Weekly 100% Boss Spawn Rotation
Escape from Tarkov introduces a new weekly boss spawn rotation, guaranteeing a 100% spawn rate for one boss each week. Starting with Reshala, this update changes how players approach raids and boss hunts. Find out how long the rotation lasts and what’s coming next!
May 112 min read


Money Disappearing from Stash: Bug or Not?
I recently stumbled upon a Reddit post from a player asking, “Did I get Tarkov’d?” The night before, they had several million rubles, but...
May 32 min read


The Art of Explosion: RPGs Finally Added to Tarkov!
The long-awaited rocket launcher has finally landed in the game, bringing with it a blast of destruction, new quests, and a whole lot of boom. In this article, we break down how to get it, what it can do, and why it might change the battlefield forever.
May 13 min read


Patch 0.16.6.0 Today: Info and Patch Notes
Escape from Tarkov Patch 0.16.6.0 is live! Major AI behavior changes, Lighthouse performance optimizations, bug fixes (including the infamous double damage), and quality-of-life improvements are here. Read the full patch notes, explore what's new, and find out how this update shapes the game in 2025.
Apr 294 min read


TarkovTV Live: Escape from Tarkov 2025 Roadmap, Final Release and News
Discover all the upcoming features and Nikita Buyanov’s plans from the latest TarkovTV Live! Escape from Tarkov is set for its official release in 2025, featuring four major patches, performance optimizations, lore events, and Arena updates. Highlights include a new audio system, AK and M4 animations, Prestige rewards, and the final Terminal map.
Apr 204 min read


Report: Major Changes from Patch 0.15.0 Onward in Escape from Tarkov
Discover all the major updates in Escape from Tarkov from patch 0.15.0 onward. This detailed report covers gameplay changes, new mechanics, AI improvements, economy tweaks, and technical upgrades. Whether you're a returning player or just curious about the latest developments, get a full overview of how Tarkov has evolved into the hardcore shooter it is today.
Apr 156 min read


Nikita Interview on Tarkov, Arena, and the Game's Soul
This is a report on Nikita's interview by Null1k on his Twitch channel dated 1st of April 2025.
Apr 1311 min read


Escape from Tarkov: Arena Lands on Epic Games Store — A Strategic Move with Many Layers
The unexpected arrival of Escape from Tarkov: Arena on the Epic Games Store has sparked new conversations about Battlestate Games’...
Apr 114 min read


New Labyrinth Event: How to gain access
A major new event has arrived in Escape from Tarkov: The Labyrinth. Available in both PvE and PvP, it features a questline that unlocks access to the Labyrinth and offers exclusive rewards. In this guide, you'll find detailed info on the initial tasks, locations, key items, time gates, and strategies to complete the event and enter the maze.
Mar 316 min read


March 23, 2025 – 100% Boss Spawn Event
Tarkov's March 23 event brings 100% boss spawn rates in PvP mode only—limited time, high stakes, and mixed reactions.
Mar 233 min read


Patch 0.16.2.0: More Bugfixing and Optimization!
Escape from Tarkov Patch 0.16.2.0 – AI improvements, performance optimizations, bug fixes, and delayed event. Full details inside!
Mar 176 min read


Game-Changing Updates You Need to Know
BSG is finally listening! Key updates in Escape from Tarkov bring long-awaited changes—check out what's completed and what's next!
Mar 164 min read


Tripwires 101: A Complete Guide
Master tripwires in Escape from Tarkov! Learn how to set them up, disarm them, and use them strategically to gain the upper hand.
Mar 166 min read
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