Bug #1493

Deathslinger's Chain Breaks Prematurely Near Obstacles

Status:	Open
Priority:	Medium
Added by:	shinycatmae on February 17, '26
Assigned to:	Unassigned
Due date:
Reported for:	9.4.2
Actual Result:	The chain, despite not visually being pulled through an obstacle, still breaks as if it is colliding with an obstacle.
Expected Result:	The chain breaks at non-collision speeds, allowing for long range hits.
Severity:	Major
Reproducibility:	Always
Platform:	Steam
Additional Notes & Comments:	This bug severely nerfs the Deathslinger, as it makes one of his only strong add-on options (the Iridescent Coin) more inconsistent than it already is. It also prevents the use of any basic attack perks, as it is physically impossible to follow up on a melee hit when the chain breaks as early as it does. This bug does not seem to affect the right hand side, only the left. The first clip I shared showcases the bug in action, the second clip shows what the spear looks like when it's not colliding.

Steps to Reproduce

1. Spear a Survivor at any range (long range is optimal to highlight the bug better).
2. Position Deathslinger so that the chain has an obstacle to its left within 1~2m. This can be a wall, a barrel, anything.
3. Make sure that you are not visually pulling the chain through an obstacle.

Explanation

Deathslinger's chain breaks too quickly while reeling with a nearby obstacle to the left of the chain.

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