Dear BW Fans — BW17 was a success, but you spoke and we listened. For BW18 we’ve levelled up across the board. Expect sharper tactics, deeper roleplay, and cleaner, fairer gameplay. Before registration start in November we would like to share with you latest updates we came to based upon player feedback from BW17.

GAMEPLAY UPGRADES

Task Force Evolution — Structured command elements, direct mission control, improved radio comms, and refined mechanics for a sharper, more immersive and mission oriented battlefield.

Task Force Base Issue Fixes — Rebel “loose cannon” behaviour that undermined part of the game flow while blocked TF Players from leaving the base, will be stopped through updated mechanics and clearer rules so Rebel leadership retains control.

Dress Code Updates (Task Force) — Helmeted troops receive special medic advantages, additionally Task Force may use full Multicam uniforms with Multicam Boonies if clearly marked from enemies (mandatory blue tape on arms). These markings reflect real-world field practice and prevent friendly-fire confusion.

Rebel Dresscode Enforcement — Rebels must meet the specified dress standards. Players on the Rebel side with insufficient dress will be marked by Game Marshals with red tape on their arms. This visible marking eliminates repeated dress-code discussions and keeps the game moving.

PMC Expansion — Private Military Contractors will run more immersive LARP missions interacting with all game sides, adding negotiation, intrigue, and dynamic roleplay.

COMMAND & TACTICS

More Orgas & TF Command in the Field — Additional organisers will enable TF direct command and faster mission flow.

TF HQ Reinforced — Senior BW crew members Mike and Samec will join the Task Force Headquarters to personally support the new gameplay systems and ensure top-level leadership in the battlefield.

New Deployment Options — More Truck deployments, airmobile insertions, mission-related field respawns, and tighter SOG coordination for advanced tactical dynamics.

Balanced Rebel Side — Rebel registrations will be capped for game balance (first-come, first-served). If full, join another side to keep the war fair. We can assure you that there will be plenty of fun on all of them.

GAME FLOW

More Marshals & BW Trustees spread across the AO to ensure fair play, fast rulings, and smoother action.

REPLICA RULES

FPS limits modernised. example: Updates on machine gun rules (M16 with drum mag doesnt count as machine gun its a assalt rifle)

BB weight limits increased to match current standards and improve realism.

Stricter evaluation of weapon types.

INFRASTRUCTURE & COMFORT

Parking relief & convenience — Extra toilets installed at both ends of the offzone to shorten walks.

Expanded facilities at TF and Rebel bases for improved comfort.

GAME PROPS & IMMERSION

More interactive props and new mechanics tied to them to deepen mission variety and immersion.

Border War 18 will be harder, faster, and epic than ever.

All new upgrades will be updated in the rules before the registration start in November We will as well update few other things as always, for us is your safety and satisfaction on the first place.