Valve's back from the 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, but Valve opted for a smaller, gentler start to the year.
This initial 2025 patch focused solely on Yamato, implementing a minor nerf: reduced damage scaling and a lower attack speed bonus for the first level of Shadow Transformation. Further adjustments included nerfs to Frenzy, Berserker, and Restorative Shot, alongside a subtle rework of Alchemical Fire.
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A larger, more comprehensive patch is highly probable, though timing remains uncertain. Predicting its arrival is currently challenging.
It's noteworthy that Deadlock has experienced a player base reduction recently. While the reasons are speculative (potential competition from Marvel Rivals being a factor), 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.
