Valve's back from their New Year break, and developers are rolling out updates across their game portfolio. Following Deadlock's shift away from bi-weekly updates, we anticipated a substantial patch. However, Valve opted for a smaller, less intensive update to kick off the year.
This initial 2025 patch focused solely on balance adjustments for Yamato. His Shadow Transformation received a damage scaling reduction and a lowered attack speed bonus at its first level. Further adjustments included nerfs to Frenzy, Berserker, and Restorative Shot, alongside a minor rework of Alchemical Fire.
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A more comprehensive patch is anticipated, though the timing remains uncertain. Predicting its arrival is currently difficult.
It's noteworthy that Deadlock's player count has experienced a recent decline. While the reasons are speculative (possibly due to the popularity of Marvel Rivals), a consistent online player base of 7,000–19,000 remains respectable for a game still in deep beta. As a reminder, Valve has yet to reveal any release dates or monetization plans.
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