5/11/26 1:00 PM
Hello Heroes and Villains!
Welcome to our Single Player Level Scaling early Beta test running May 12th - May 18th! Many players have understandably reported disappointment with how DCUO's combat scaling works. Often referred to as the "Stat Clamp", players see wildly different (and much lower) output numbers based on the content they're playing. Our initial goal is for players to see consistent values regardless of the content. Our first attempt can be experienced in this solo instance.
As part of our Beta Test process, we're planning to replace Current Scaling with New Scaling (Beta) after testing and iteration. In future updates, you'll see these changes rolled out across all content and instances in the game including Solos/Duos/Alerts/Raids and Open Worlds.
For those looking to chase Feats, experience narrative, or just roflstomp old instances, Unscaled will be offered as well in private queue settings.
So buckle in, give us your feedback and enjoy the ride. We're excited to work with you to make this feature amazing.
Experience a new scaling system where enemies adjust to your Combat Rating and compare it directly with the current system, where your character is adjusted to match enemy levels. This limited-time Beta Test is available through the Event System.
Requirements
To complete the event and earn rewards, players must finish all required challenges on Normal Mode. Since this Beta Test requires Normal Mode specifically, players who qualify for Casual Mode will be able to access and run Normal Mode for this event, even if they wouldn't typically be able to. Casual Mode progression will not count toward event completion.
Required Challenges
Solo | New Scaling (Beta)
New Scaling (Beta) JLDC: Town Square Theater
Play a new version of the mission where enemies scale to your Combat Rating to provide an appropriate challenge. Normal difficulty only.
Solo | Current Scaling
JLDC: Town Square Theater
Play the current version of the mission where your character is scaled to match the Combat Rating of the Solo. Normal difficulty only.
After completing the event, players will take a survey. The survey can be completed once per character and is required to unlock an additional once-per-account reward. Players may retake the survey to provide more feedback, but additional rewards will not be granted.
After completing both the event and the survey requirements, players can claim a one-time account reward:
Single Player Scaling Test Survey Reward Cache
Your feedback is essential to refining this new scaling system. By testing both versions and completing the survey, you’re helping shape the future of combat scaling across all content.
Jump in, test both experiences, and let us know what you think!
This marks the first of many Beta tests we will be inviting the community to participate in! Keep your eyes on the Beta Test event category, as new tests will be appearing there as we continue to work on new updates. Each one is a chance for you to get hands-on with features before they go live and make your voice heard where it matters most.
Your opinions don't just matter to us, they shape what we build. We are genuinely excited to have the community alongside us on this journey, helping us craft experiences that feel right for every hero and villain out there!
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