Introduction

Patch 25.22 has been deployed, bringing with it a series of changes intended to refine gameplay balance and address community concerns. The update focuses primarily on hero adjustments and item modifications, with the goal of creating a more diverse and competitive environment.

Hero Adjustments

Several heroes have undergone significant rebalancing. These changes are intended to address outliers in win rates and pick rates, promoting a wider range of viable hero choices.

Specific Hero Changes

Hero A

Base damage reduced by 5. Mana cost of primary ability increased by 10.

Hero B

Armor increased by 2. Cooldown of ultimate ability reduced by 15 seconds.

Hero C

Movement speed increased by 10. Attack range increased by 25.

Item Modifications

In addition to hero changes, several items have been adjusted to better align with the current meta. These modifications aim to provide more strategic options and prevent certain items from becoming overly dominant.

Notable Item Changes

Item X

Cost increased by 100 gold. Attack damage bonus reduced by 5.

Item Y

Recipe cost reduced by 50 gold. Mana regeneration bonus increased by 1.

Item Z

Now grants bonus movement speed. No longer grants bonus armor.

Impact and Analysis

The full impact of Patch 25.22 remains to be seen, but initial reactions from the community have been largely positive. It is anticipated that these changes will lead to a more balanced and engaging gameplay experience. Further analysis will be conducted as players adapt to the new meta.