Respawn and Bit Reactor released Update 1.1, the first major patch for Star Wars Zero Company, on September 9, 2026. Addressing roughly 60 issues, the update focuses on critical areas including crashes, save files, hit calculations, weapon values, and performance on lower-end PCs.
100% Accuracy Now Actually Means a Guaranteed Hit
One of the most serious trust issues in a tactical game was attacks showing a 100% hit chance in the interface but still missing.
Update 1.1 fixes this calculation error. A guaranteed hit displayed to the player should now correctly match the outcome in combat.
This was more than a visual bug.
Because Zero Company ties mission outcomes to permanent resource and character losses, an incorrect miss could completely change the course of an operation.
The patch makes tactical decisions more predictable and ensures that the information shown in the interface is more reliable.
The update also fixes Tier 2, Tier 3, and Tier 4 scatterguns incorrectly using Tier 1 values.
Higher-tier weapons failing to deliver their intended damage undermined the purpose of equipment progression.
Existing save files can still be used after the update, although restarting the game may be necessary for updated values to apply correctly during an active mission.
Beskar Mode and Save Issues
Temporary save-file deletion and certain crashes in Beskar difficulty mode were among the main targets of the patch.
Issues that could cause save corruption after a forced shutdown have also been addressed.
Players are still advised to keep backups of important saves before updating, as the patch does not guarantee that every file already corrupted in the past can be automatically repaired.
Several issues involving missing Deluxe and preorder content, character customization, and database records have also been fixed.
According to PC Gamer, some Overwatch behavior issues may still remain, meaning Update 1.1 should not be considered the final patch that resolves every known problem.
Recommended Graphics Setting for Lower-End Systems
The developer recommends that players using older or lower-end GPUs, including GeForce GTX 10-series and RTX 20-series cards, disable the Environment Geometry Detail setting.
Reducing this option lowers the complexity of environmental geometry and may improve overall frame rates.
However, the change will not produce the same performance gains on every system and comes with a reduction in visual quality.
Instead of changing only one preset, players experiencing performance problems should also test their graphics driver version, resolution scaling, and shadow settings.
Shader compilation after an update may also cause temporary stuttering during the first launch on some systems.
What to Check After Installing the Patch
After installing the update, players should confirm that version 1.1 is displayed on the main menu.
If older behavior still appears during an ongoing mission, fully restarting the game and reloading the mission after creating a save backup may help.
PC players using mods or custom configuration files can also verify the base game files to make sure third-party changes are not causing additional problems.
Keeping a separate save before important missions remains useful during a Beskar campaign.
If cloud and local saves conflict, players should carefully choose the file with the correct and most recent timestamp, as automatic synchronization could overwrite a working save with an older one.
If the 100% accuracy issue appears again, reporting the affected weapon, ability, target cover status, and save file through the official bug-reporting channel can help the developers identify any remaining edge cases.
Performance testing should also be carried out in the same scene.
Recording frame rates before and after disabling Geometry Detail makes it easier to determine whether the visual downgrade is worth the performance improvement.
The fact that the setting is recommended for lower-end systems does not mean it needs to be disabled on powerful GPUs.
What Does This Mean for Players?
Update 1.1 is an important patch, especially for players relying on Beskar mode and accurate tactical calculations.
Although the risk of save problems has been reduced, keeping backups of important campaigns remains a good practice.
Players on lower-end systems can try the recommended graphics setting, but future optimization patches should still be monitored for more permanent performance improvements.
Itemgold Commentary
Fixing the 100% accuracy bug in the first major update was the right priority.
In a strategy game like Zero Company, where decisions can have permanent consequences, players need to be able to trust the information presented by the interface.
The next major test will be how quickly the remaining Overwatch and performance issues are addressed.
Star Wars Zero Company Update 1.1 fixes some of the game's most frustrating combat and save-related problems.
The roughly 60-item patch is an important first step, but it does not mean every issue has been resolved.
Players should continue monitoring the latest patch notes and upcoming hotfixes.
You can follow the Itemgold Blog for Star Wars Zero Company patch notes, performance settings, and tactical guides.
FAQ
When was Star Wars Zero Company Update 1.1 released?
The update was released on September 9, 2026.
Has the 100% accuracy bug been fixed?
Yes. The bug that allowed attacks displaying a 100% hit chance to miss has been fixed.
Are Beskar save files safe now?
Known temporary deletion and crash issues have been addressed, although keeping backups is still recommended.
Which setting should be disabled on lower-end systems?
Disabling Environment Geometry Detail may improve frame rates.
Does the patch fix every issue?
No. Some Overwatch-related and other issues may still require future updates.
