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"2025's First Deadlock Update: Surprisingly Small"

by Blake Apr 23,2025

Valve has returned from their New Year break, and game developers are rolling out fresh updates across various titles. After Deadlock announced a shift from its bi-weekly update schedule, fans were anticipating a comprehensive patch. However, Valve opted for a lighter start to the year.

The recent patch focused solely on one hero: Yamato, who received a minor nerf. This included a reduction in damage scaling and a decreased attack speed bonus at the first level of Shadow Transformation. Additionally, abilities like Frenzy, Berserker, and Restorative Shot were weakened, while Alchemical Fire saw a slight rework.

First Deadlock update of 2025 is surprisingly smallImage: x.com

Given the size of this update, it's likely that we'll need to wait for a more substantial patch. However, predicting when that might happen is currently challenging.

It's important to mention that Deadlock has experienced a notable decline in its player base recently. This could be attributed to the popularity of Marvel Rivals, which has captured the attention of many gamers. Despite being in deep beta, Deadlock maintains a steady online player count ranging from 7,000 to 19,000, which is a respectable figure. Keep in mind that Valve has not yet disclosed any potential release dates or details about the game's monetization model.

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