First Deadlock update of 2025 is surprisingly small

Valve returns from the New Year break with a small Deadlock patch. Following the announcement of a shift away from bi-weekly updates, many anticipated a substantial patch; however, this initial 2025 update is surprisingly concise.

The focus is solely on Yamato, who receives a minor nerf affecting damage scaling and Shadow Transformation attack speed. Further adjustments include nerfs to Frenzy, Berserker, and Restorative Shot, alongside a subtle rework of Alchemical Fire.

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

Deadlock's player count has seen a decline recently, possibly due to the popularity of Marvel Rivals. Despite this, a consistent 7,000–19,000 concurrent players isn't insignificant for a game still in its deep beta phase. Importantly, Valve has yet to reveal release plans or monetization details.