Escape from Tarkov: PMC Karma & new boss Partisan explained

Escape from Tarkov: PMC Karma & new boss Partisan explained

As a seasoned gamer who’s spent countless hours looting, shooting, and scavenging in the unforgiving world of Escape from Tarkov, I must say the recent addition of Partisan and the PMC Karma system has given a whole new dimension to my gaming experience.


As an ardent enthusiast of Escape from Tarkov, I’ve been eagerly anticipating the arrival of PMC Karma for quite some time now. This intriguing feature, coupled with the introduction of a unique boss character, is designed to target players who have earned themselves a less-than-stellar reputation in the game. It adds an exciting layer of unpredictability and tension that I can’t wait to experience!

In the latest update, version 0.15, here come two new elements to master. Failure to understand them might catch you off guard!

How does Partisan work?

In the latest update, version 0.15, a fresh character named Partisan has been introduced as a boss, and he operates in a manner unique compared to all the previous bosses in the game.

Rather than pursuing every player indiscriminately at a given location, Partisan specifically targets players with lower ‘reputation’ or ‘karma’, regardless of whether they belong to the PMC or Scav factions.

It’s noted that he tends to show up during raids involving PMCs with lower karma scores, but he is capable of targeting any player should they approach him closely.

It’s been confirmed that Partisan will be found in settings resembling forests, a possibility that encompasses many of the game’s maps. Given his strong connection with Jaeger, it’s certain we’ll see him in Woods, and I anticipate he might also show up on Shoreline and possibly Lighthouse as well.

Escape from Tarkov: PMC Karma & new boss Partisan explained

One distinctive trait of Partisan is his covert methodology, heavily emphasizing on the use of tripwires and traps.

He’s likely to focus mainly on a specific region and devote a significant portion of his time to setting up numerous traps for the player to stumble upon. You’ll find yourself triggered by these tripwires during combat, and Partisan seems to have a knack for sneaking up on players much like the Cultists do.

In the end, he appears to be quite a formidable supervisor, making it essential to maintain a positive reputation with your Private Military Company!

PMC karma explained

It’s stated that your karma will be increased for adhering to a more ‘open’ playstyle, and decreased for playing in a ‘dishonest’ manner.

It’s quite obvious that behaviors such as concealing oneself, staying put like a squatter, and covertly establishing campsites are generally considered ‘disreputable’ or ‘unbecoming’ acts, while exhibiting aggressive play is often viewed favorably.

Escape from Tarkov: PMC Karma & new boss Partisan explained

As a gamer, I must admit this news isn’t exactly what I was hoping for. It seems my go-to strategies are about to face some repercussions, which isn’t all bad. Instead of being completely eliminated, these playstyles will still bring advantages, but with a catch – I’ll need to stay vigilant and be mindful of the potential pitfalls that could crop up in the future.

Mentioned earlier, the drawbacks we’re referring to manifest as a character named Partisan, our latest superior. He is known for aggressively seeking out players with poor Private Military Company (PMC) reputations. An interaction with him is likely to inspire a strong desire in you to immediately work on enhancing your standing.

It appears that you can’t directly verify your current Public Media Commons (PMC) karma by yourself, but you’ll receive audible alerts in certain situations, signaling a change in your karma status.

Unlike Scav Karma, it’s extremely rare for just killing Private Military Companies (PMCs) – particularly those from the same faction – to influence your standing. Instead, your reputation seems to be determined by your actions within the raid and the manner in which you eliminate other players, rather than solely focusing on the act of elimination itself.

As we move forward, it’s highly likely that this system will unveil fascinating advancements in its operations. However, it’s almost certain to remain mysterious because, if it became too predictable, people could potentially manipulate it to dodge penalties.

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2024-08-20 12:42