Valve's back from their New Year break, and developers are starting to roll out updates across their games. Following the announcement that Deadlock is shifting away from bi-weekly updates, we anticipated a substantial patch. However, Valve opted for a lighter touch to kick off the year.
This initial 2025 patch focuses solely on Yamato, implementing a minor nerf. His damage scaling has been reduced, and the attack speed bonus from the first level of Shadow Transformation is lower. Further adjustments include nerfs to Frenzy, Berserker, and Restorative Shot, along with a slight rework of Alchemical Fire.
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A larger patch is likely on the horizon, though predicting its arrival is currently impossible.
It's noteworthy that Deadlock has experienced a recent player base decline. While the reasons are speculative—possibly due to the popularity of Marvel Rivals—a consistent online player count of 7,000–19,000 remains respectable for a game still in deep beta. As a reminder, Valve hasn't yet revealed any release dates or monetization plans.
