The first patch for “sandstorm” (aka Global Agenda 1.3) has landed on the public test server. I had a run. Unfortunately requires a new low level character so only level 5 med. Gameplay feels the same. Some UI has changed. If I had to sum it up in two pictures, it would be these:
Yes, cybercuts is open with new hairstyles and a second hair colour!
New UI for equipping stuff, and a new “handsfree” jetpack uses the jump key without requiring switching. The old school jetpack is still available. Additionally a “combat jetpack” can be bought that allows firing while flying.
Importantly, /jig is still the same, and now it announces to everyone “spiii starts to dance” — sweet!
In sad news, HiRez have stated High and Max PvE will require a subscription (though subscription content should be free for a month after the patch drops). Pretty sure when I paid for the game PvE was supposed to always be free … there’s a lot of negative reaction to that announcement, might be they’ll change their mind.
If not, well, the bus stop in The Ballad of g*y Tony might just be greater then /jig anyway!! 
ps: There are a couple more screenies available, click on the pics to link through to flickr.
