- Primary Subject: Ready or Not v1.4 (Boiling Point DLC)
- Key Update: The Boiling Point expansion adds three intense new missions, while a massive base game patch delivers over 200 bug fixes and a variety of fresh content.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: March 13, 2026
- Quick Answer: Boiling Point delivers a masterful atmospheric experience with top-tier map design, though the three-mission offering feels slim, and PS5 performance could benefit from further optimization.
The FPS space has been particularly full on lately, so it was refreshing to have the opportunity to return to the slower, more tactical gameplay of VOID Interactive's Ready or Not through its new Boiling Point DLC.
Boiling Point sees players return to the decaying city of Los Sueños, which is pushed to the brink when a subversive terror attack shatters what little faith remained in its ineffective and heavily militarised city government.
Alongside the DLC, a separate update also delivers one of the game’s biggest patch drops to date. Base game owners receive a range of free content, including new weapons, cosmetics, quality-of-life improvements, more than 200 bug fixes, and additional enhancements.
One of the new additions is the ability to immediately access all missions through the Quick Play option in the main menu, meaning players no longer need to load into the police headquarters first.
Speaking of the headquarters, the atmosphere has noticeably shifted since the last time I found myself there. What was previously a relatively calm and normal setting has descended into something far more intense. Riots now dominate the streets outside, with heavily armed police guarding the building as angry protesters shout and chant. Flames and ash light up the night sky, setting an uneasy, fiery tone.
Inside the station itself, however, remains largely unchanged. There are minor visual adjustments and new NPC dialogue to align with the DLC’s narrative, but other than that, there’s still a lack of meaningful content to interact with, which I thought was a shame and a missed opportunity.
Having made my way to the briefing room to view objectives and study the layout of the new maps, it was time to see what Boiling Point had to offer, starting with the first of its three missions.
No Good Deed
This is probably one of the coolest maps I’ve played on Ready or Not, both from a visual and audio standpoint. The mission takes place on a disaster-struck Los Sueños pier as the sun sets in the distance, creating a rather striking backdrop.
Amusement rides glow with bright, colorful lights while fairground music continues to play, yet the sight of bodies scattered across the ground and the presence of a police helicopter overhead create an eerie, unsettling atmosphere. Some of the quality-of-life improvements soon became noticeable too, showcasing enhanced gore effects and refined animations.
The arcade section of the map stands out as one of the most chaotic. Overlapping sound effects make it difficult to focus and distinguish what’s happening around you, and it soon becomes pure sensory overload. My least favorite part was by far the haunted house. While very well put together, its pitch-black rooms are packed with pop-ups and jump scares, something that feels particularly cruel when you’re already on edge. And yes, I shot at just about everything that caught me off guard!
All Gods Burn
The second mission of Boiling Point placed my SWAT team inside a bank located within the city of Los Sueños. The approach to the building is once again impressive, with riots unfolding nearby and police actively responding to the unrest.
Similar to the previous mission, this level is designed to distract and disorient players during high-pressure situations. In this case, the bank’s alarm constantly rings for the duration, while some civilians unassociated with the main suspects wear balaclavas to add further complexity as you attempt to clear the building. Scattered explosives also make it imperative to move quickly.
A New America
The third and final mission of the Boiling Point DLC is easily the most intense. The events that unfold throughout the expansion ultimately lead here, inside Los Sueños City Hall. Those responsible for the pier and bank attacks are finally exposed, and numerous suspects occupy the building, many of them heavily armored.
As the mission progresses, the stakes quickly escalate, requiring speed, precision, and quick decision-making. Without venturing into spoiler territory, A New America also features an alternate ending. The consequences of this outcome are visually devastating and go far beyond a simple “mission failed” screen, again delivering a more immersive end result that directly impacts the player’s surroundings.
The main vision and goal of the Boiling Point DLC are clear to see. It heavily focuses on enhancing immersion while preserving the classic Ready or Not experience players admire. From riots simultaneously unfolding in the streets to another SWAT team breaching a nearby building, it makes the world feel more alive than ever before, easily making it the most detailed version of the game I’ve played so far.
Further strengthening the level of immersion are improved interactable elements scattered throughout each mission, which influence progression, provide tactical advantages, and even reveal hidden areas. Some are difficult to find by design, so there is an element of puzzle-solving, too.
Final Thoughts
Overall, Boiling Point succeeds in delivering exactly what a DLC sets out to accomplish. Players have fresh content to explore, including maps, objectives, weapons, cosmetics, enemies of varying difficulty, and a more dynamic environment that brings missions to life in new ways.
Despite playing on Performance Mode, the frame rate didn’t feel quite as smooth on PS5 as I remembered from my previous time with the game. Fortunately, this didn’t really impact my progress or overall enjoyment, but additional optimization would certainly be a welcome development.
The only lingering question I have is whether three missions are enough, especially considering how long players have already had to wait for new content. The added weapons, cosmetics, expanded interaction systems, evolving world elements, and over 200 bug fixes undeniably represent a step in the right direction, but when it comes to the amount of playable content itself, I can’t help but wonder if it will actually be enough to keep players engaged long term.
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