First Deadlock update of 2025 is surprisingly small

Valve's back from their New Year break, and developers are rolling out updates across their game portfolio. Following Deadlock's shift 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 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 slight rework of Alchemical Fire.

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A more comprehensive patch is anticipated, though timing remains uncertain. Predicting the release date is currently difficult.

It's noteworthy that Deadlock's player base has experienced a decline. While the reasons are speculative (possibly due to the popularity of Marvel Rivals), a concurrent player count of 7,000–19,000 remains respectable for a game still in deep beta. Recall that Valve has yet to reveal release dates or monetization plans.