Older Release Notes for BlueStacks 4 Nougat 64-bit

BlueStacks 4.280.4.4002

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Bug Fix:

While playing your favorite games, you will no longer experience instability or crashes.

Released on: 16 April 2021

BlueStacks 4.280.3.4001

Bug Fixes:

For the following two 2 games:

• 天堂2M (com.ncsoft.lineage2mtw)
• リネージュ2M（Lineage2M）(com.ncsoft.lineage2mjp)

you will no longer experience crashes during gameplay or while downloading in-game data.

Released on: 26 March 2021

BlueStacks 4.280.0.4020

Bug Fixes:

1. Play FFBE WAR OF THE VISIONS (com.square_enix.android_googleplay.WOTVffbeww) without facing the white screen issue anymore. 
2. You can now enjoy playing 페이트/그랜드 오더 (com.netmarble.fgok) without facing the crash at launch! 
3. You can now play Perfect Swing - Golf(com.e7mobile.perfectswing) without any crash issues, by selecting:

• Graphics engine - Compatibility (advanced mode)
• Graphics renderer - OpenGL

4. Spook your friends in Dead by Daylight Mobile (com.bhvr.deadbydaylight) as we have fixed the black screen and other graphical issues within the game.
5. You can now play Epic Seven (com.stove.epic7.google) without facing any crash at launch. Start your epic adventure today!
6. スーパーロボット大戦DD (com.bandainamcoent.srwdd_jp) won't be crashing at launch for you anymore! 
7. You can now play Dawn of Titans: War Strategy RPG (com.naturalmotion.dawnoftitans) without any crash and black screen issues, by selecting:

• Graphics engine - Compatibility (advanced mode)
• Graphics renderer - OpenGL

8. Enjoy playing 미르4 (com.wemade.mir4) without experiencing black screen issues! Darkness shall no longer prevail!

Released on: 24 March 2021

BlueStacks 4.260.25.4001

Bug Fix:

Play NieR Re[in]carnation (com.square_enix.android_googleplay.nierspjp) now without seeing the pink screen graphical issue. It's been hacked and slashed to oblivion.

Released on: 4 March 2021   

BlueStacks 4.260.20.4001

Bug Fixes:

1. オクトパストラベラー 大陸の覇者 (com.square_enix.android_googleplay.octopathj) - Lead the journey of a hero and vanquish all evil without experiencing any crashes
2. NieR Re[in]carnation (com.square_enix.android_googleplay.nierspjp) - The void of darkness has been swept away, you will not see black screens any longer.

Released on: 23 February 2021 

BlueStacks 4.260.15.4001

Bug Fixes:

1. ワールドウィッチーズ UNITED FRONT（ユナフロ）(com.worldwitchesunitedfront.forwardwork). You can now launch and play the game without any login problems.
2.  ETERNAL（エターナル）(com.asobimo.EternalOfficial) won't crash on launch anymore. Begin your epic adventure today.
3. Infinite Galaxy (com.camelgames.ig). Venture into infinity and beyond! No more crashes.
4. Sumikkogurashi Farm (jp.co.imagineer.sumikkogurashi.farm) will no longer show a black screen and then crash. Now, create the cutest farm, grow your crops and prepare the tastiest dishes!

Released on: 8 February 2021

BlueStacks 4.260.10.4001

Bug Fixes:

ディズニー ミュージックパレード (jp.co.taito.magic) will now launch without any issues. Play music games, collect music rides and more!

Released on: 27 January 2021

BlueStacks 4.260.1.4002

Highlights

1. You can now choose to auto hide desktop notifications. Enabling this will allow desktop notifications to disappear after a few seconds.
2. Every screenshot that you take will be saved as a PNG file. Now, enjoy looking at your masterpieces in high quality!
3. Several new device profiles have been added to enhance your gaming experience. Your arsenal of device profiles has been strengthened even further.
4. You can now hide your games that open in a separate window. Have complete control over what you wish to see!
5. Zoom in/out on your mouse cursor in Rise of Kingdoms. Precision zoom can now also be used in various other strategy games. 
6. Now, get an expanded view of your roster list in Marvel Strike Force with portrait mode! Easily find who you need to save the day!
7. Videos in Instagram will no longer play in reverse or appear upside-down. Watch Instagram Reels and Stories to your heart's content.
8. You can now easily assign the MOBA D-pad in the Control Editor.  Use it for better motion control in MOBA games.
9. Easily adjust target sensitivity using the Controls Editor.
10. Access advanced settings for key controls in the Controls Editor with a single click. Use the gear icon at the bottom of each key control or just right click on the control key.
11. The Settings menu is now more intuitive. Allocation of CPU cores and RAM in  the Engine tab has been simplified and all device-related settings are now available in the Device tab.
12. Some UI improvements have been made to the BlueStacks home screen for a more organized look.

Bug Fixes:

• Crash issues in FIFA MOBILE (jp.co.nexon.fmja) have been issued a red card! They will no longer bother you.
• 真・北斗無双 (jp.co.koeitecmo.seven) will not crash anymore after playing its opening movie. Get ready to teach your enemies a lesson.
• The frequent crashes have been eliminated from HoneyWorks Premium Live（ハニプレ）(jp.aktsk.honeyworkspremiumlive) 
• The crash and black screen issue in 리니지2M (com.ncsoft.lineage2m19) has been fixed. You will also be able to progress through every mission and your character will not turn invisible anymore.
• The crash issue inドラゴンとガールズ交響曲 (jp.coolfactory.android.huntress) has been fixed. 
• Videos on Instagram (com.instagram.android) will no longer play in reverse or appear upside-down. A strict talk set all of them straight. 
• The crash and black screen issues have been put to an end in グリムエコーズ(com.square_enix.android_googleplay.grimmsechoes).
• Destiny Child: Defense War (com.ta.dcdw.gl) is now visible in the Google Play Store.
• The app 為美好的世界獻上祝福！Fantastic Days (tw.wonderplanet.fantasticdays) will no longer crash on launch.

Released on: January 20, 2021

BlueStacks 4.240.30.4004

Bug Fixes:

1. Fixed the black screen issue while playing Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair (jp.co.spike_chunsoft.DR2).
2. Fixed the crash on login issue with app HELLO BT21 (com.linecorp.LGBB3).
3. Fixed the crash on launch and black screen issues with the app Sengoku Renka Zoom (com.ocgames.senasuka).
4. Fixed the crash on launch issue with the app Project SEKAI Colorful Stage! feat. Miku Hatsune (com.sega.pjsekai).
5. Fixed crash issues with the app Action Taimanin (com.GREMORYGames.ActionTaimanin).
6. Fixed crash issues with the app Star Smash (com.xflag.starsmash).
7. Fixed crash issues with the app Hinakoi (jp.co.tenantz.hinakoi).
8. Fixed crash on launch issue with the app 天涯明月刀手游 (com.tencent.tmgp.wuxia).
9. Fixed crash issues with the app 五等分の花嫁 五つ子ちゃんはパズルを五等分できない。【ごとぱず】 (jp.enish.gotopazu).
10. Fixed crash issues due to device incompatibility with the app ワールドウィッチーズ UNITED FRONT（ユナフロ） (com.worldwitchesunitedfront.forwardworks).

Released on: November 25, 2020

BlueStacks 4.240.20.4005

Highlights

1. We have improved the in-game chat significantly. Talking with your friends or teammates in-game is now easier than ever.
2. You can now rearrange the icons on the side toolbar for easier and faster access as per your preference. 
3. You can now choose to view tap points while creating or running macros. No more shooting in the dark, we promise.
4. You have the option to change the mouse sensitivity for both vertical and horizontal movement now. Move around at your own pace.
5. While starting a group call, now you will get a popup if your BlueStacks or that particular instance is muted.
6. You can now mute your mic during voice chat using the shortcut keys Ctrl+Shift+Z.
7. Now, you can control the sound while tapping in Android on BlueStacks. 
8. You can now opt to receive Desktop notifications for your favorite apps.
9. You can now disable the blue highlighter which appears while playing in fullscreen.
10. We bring you the most powerful side toolbar on BlueStacks yet, with added tooltips for all icons.
11. You get to change the scroll speed of your mouse wheel now. We trust you behind the wheel.
12. You can now choose to enable/disable VSync while playing on BlueStacks.
13. The latest enhancements will give you a significantly better visual experience and stable frame rates, especially while playing games like Huang Yi Qun Xia and Biography M that utilize Adaptive Scalable Texture Compression (ASTC).
14. The Install apk button is now available in the side toolbar.
15. You can capture screenshots on your BlueStacks home screen now.
16. We have optimized the installation process while using the 'Install apk' option.
17. We have added compatibility support for Hyper-V at the time of installation of BlueStacks.
18. You will now be able to see all the latest additions to your BlueStacks on launch.
19. Installation process through 'Install apk' method has been optimized. The process is faster by up to 30%, depending on your computer configuration.

Bug Fixes

• Fixed the incompatible device issue while installing some Korean apps.
• BlueStacks will no longer stop responding while using the Multi-Instance Manager.
• You will no longer face any issues while taking and saving screenshots.
• The Take screenshot button will now capture screenshots instantly without any delay. 
• We have optimized memory usage in Compatibility mode (under 'Engine' settings) for certain apps, like A3 (jp.co.liberent.mankai). You can now play for long hours in the 'Compatibility' mode without any trouble.

Released on: 28 October 2020

BlueStacks 4.230.10.4001

Highlights

1. If you love playing Free Fire, the new BlueStacks offers the best possible gaming experience. Improved sensitivity, precise aiming, and other major enhancements bring you the finest gunplay.
2. Set calendar reminders for in-game events in Rise of Kingdoms and State of Survival. Track important upcoming events and score big with notifications on email, mobile and desktop.
3. Use Smart Edge Scrolling for Rise of Kingdoms to scroll through the map by simply moving the cursor to the edge of the map in the direction you would like to scroll in. World supremacy awaits you!
4. Manage all your controls easily in one place with a single click with our new, simplified and compact Game Controls menu. 
5. Save more power while multitasking smoothly with the all-new Eco mode. We’ll take care of your system’s performance at the tap of a button. 
6. Sort your instances by name or Android version to decide which one suits your preferences, using improvements in the Multi-Instance Manager to assist you with managing your instances. 
7. The most powerful Controls Editor can now be accessed in multiple ways. Also, you can now download the latest in-built controls with the Update Controls button.
8. A performance warning will alert you if you try to allocate all the CPU cores to BlueStacks. We know you love gaming, but your system is equally important.
9. The BlueStacks loading screen will now show you tips and tricks to make the most out of your gaming experience. Staring at the loading bar now has its perks.
10. A new shortcut key to enter/exit mouse lock is assigned to ESC. Why drag and spin when you can tap and win?
11. We have resolved the auto-zoom issue on Rise of Kingdoms which used to occur sometimes while using Edge Scroll.
12. We have significantly improved Search on the BlueStacks home screen. You will find your favorite games before you can say “BlueStacks”!
13. You can now shut down Windows without having to close BlueStacks. BlueStacks will automatically close itself if you do.
14. Several games that were crashing upon launch, work properly now:

• Puzzles & Dragons (jp.gungho.pad)
• Valkyrie Connect (jp.co.atm.vcon.ww)
• Valkyrie Connect (jp.co.atm.vcon.jp)
• TEPPEN (jp.gungho.teppen)
• Ensemble Stars (jp.co.happyelements.boysm)
• Helios Rising Heroes (jp.co.happyelements.helios)
• Kiara fantasia (com.aniplex.kirarafantasia)
• Dragon quest Tact (com.square_enix.android_googleplay.dqtactj)
• Seven Alchemist (jp.pochistudio.Alchemist)
• Disney Twisted Wonderland (com.aniplex.twst.jp)
• Dragon Quest X Adventurer's Outing Tool (com.square_enix.dqxtools)

Released on: September 14, 2020

BlueStacks 4.220.0.4001

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