Valve's back from their New Year break, and developers are rolling out updates across their game portfolio. Following the announcement of Deadlock's shift away from bi-weekly updates, many anticipated a substantial patch. However, Valve opted for a smaller, less intensive update to kick off the year.
This initial 2025 Deadlock patch focused solely on balance adjustments for Yamato. The hero received a minor nerf, impacting damage scaling and reducing the attack speed bonus from Shadow Transformation's first level. Further adjustments included nerfs to Frenzy, Berserker, and Restorative Shot, along with a slight rework of Alchemical Fire.
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A more comprehensive patch is anticipated, although the timing remains uncertain. Predicting the release date is currently difficult.
It's noteworthy that Deadlock has experienced a player base reduction. While the reasons are speculative (possibly due to the popularity of Marvel Rivals), a consistent player count of 7,000–19,000 remains respectable for a game still in deep beta. Remember, Valve hasn't yet revealed release plans or monetization details.
