Valve's back from their New Year break, and developers are rolling out updates across their games. Following Deadlock's shift from bi-weekly updates, we anticipated a substantial patch, but Valve opted for a lighter touch to start the year.

This initial 2025 patch focuses 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 include nerfs to Frenzy, Berserker, and Restorative Shot, along with a slight rework of Alchemical Fire.

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A larger, more comprehensive patch is anticipated, though the timing remains uncertain.

Deadlock's player count has seen a noticeable decrease recently, possibly due to the popularity of Marvel Rivals. However, a consistent 7,000–19,000 concurrent players during its beta phase is still respectable. Remember, Valve hasn't revealed any release dates or monetization plans.