OB52 Update Overview
Garena Free Fire's OB52 update is here, and it's one of the biggest patches of 2026. Here's everything you need to know.
New Character: Viper
Viper is a Recon-class agent with the passive ability "Thermal Sense", enemies who have fired their weapon within the last 3 seconds are highlighted through smoke grenades and gloo walls for Viper and nearby teammates within a 20m radius.
Ability Type: Passive
Max Level Bonus: Highlight duration increases to 5 seconds, radius extends to 30m
Best Combo: Pair with Clu or Moco for near-permanent enemy tracking
Weapon Balance Changes
Buffs
M4A1: Damage increased from 53 to 56, making it more competitive at mid-range
UMP: Fire rate increased by 8%, recoil reduced slightly
Kar98k: Reload speed improved by 15%
Nerfs
M1887: Damage falloff starts 2m closer, reducing one-shot range
MAC10: Magazine reduced from 32 to 28
Desert Eagle: Movement speed penalty increased
Bermuda Map Update
The Factory area has been completely redesigned with new vertical gameplay elements, including ziplines and destructible walls. The loot distribution has been improved with more high-tier weapon spawns.
Quality of Life
New ping system with 12 tactical callouts
Improved armor swap mechanics
Replay system now supports slow-motion
Bug fixes for gloo wall placement on slopes