King Arthur: Legends Rise Patch Notes Breakdown

It’s that time again — patch notes have dropped for King Arthur: Legends Rise, and it’s safe to say there’s a lot to unpack. Players have been buzzing with mixed reactions about the latest round of hero tweaks and balance changes. With so many heroes affected, it’s worth taking a closer look at what’s changed and what it might mean for the game moving forward.

The devs at Netmarble have been busy, addressing various bugs, balancing heroes, and rolling out a few new events. If you’re curious to dig deeper, all of the details can be found on their official Discord and forums.

So, what’s the scoop? Here’s a quick rundown of the most significant changes.

The update brought a handful of events like the Hero Power-Up, Relic Power-Up, and Gold Collection challenges. Players now have more opportunities to earn rewards through these events, with some really juicy prizes up for grabs, like rate-up summons and crystals. Completing these challenges could net you a hefty stack of resources, especially if you’re farming those higher floors in the dungeons.

There’s also been a much-needed improvement to the Arena matching system. Previously, players found themselves battling bots that barely rewarded a single point, making progression a grind. Now, bot opponents offer more reasonable rewards, which should make climbing the ranks a bit more enjoyable.

Let’s get into the meat of this update — hero rebalances. Some heroes received buffs, while others were hit with significant nerfs, leaving parts of the community in an uproar.

Merlin saw tweaks to both his Flame and Frost Relics, but it’s mostly quality-of-life adjustments around how attack gauges are influenced. While these aren’t earth-shattering changes, they do smooth out some inconsistencies.

Ban, on the other hand, was hit hard. His damage scaling from attack speed was drastically reduced across the board for all of his relics, especially the Storm Relic, which saw a massive nerf. Players who invested heavily in Ban’s speed builds might feel blindsided by this change. The reduction in damage scaling makes him less of a go-to powerhouse, especially in the late game.

On the flip side, Tristan got some love. The Flame Relic now dishes out even more damage, making him a solid pick for players looking to tackle tough content like the Pen Blade dungeon. But it’s not all roses — his Storm Relic saw some reductions in damage scaling, which might slightly lower his effectiveness in PvE content.

• Gillian’s passive, which was a bit too strong, now has a cooldown. This should make her a bit more balanced in longer battles.
• Torin, a rare healer, received nerfs to her healing abilities. Given that she was already on the weaker side, this change feels puzzling. It’s left some players scratching their heads, wondering if she’ll remain viable at all.

Most other changes involved minor adjustments to damage multipliers and skill cooldowns, with a focus on toning down the impact of attack speed on damage output.

Predictably, the changes have stirred up the player base. While some are happy to see underused heroes getting buffs, others are upset over their favourite champions being nerfed into oblivion. Ban, in particular, was a hot topic of discussion. Many players felt that reducing his damage scaling by such a large margin was a step too far.

Players have called for better communication from the developers when it comes to drastic changes like these. One suggestion to make the rounds is the idea of offering full resets for heroes that undergo significant nerfs. This would allow players to reclaim the resources they’ve invested, especially when those heroes are suddenly no longer viable.

This patch is a clear indication that the devs are willing to shake things up to keep the game balanced. But, given the current uproar, it will be interesting to see if they dial back some of the more severe changes in future updates. Players are hoping for more frequent adjustments, especially if heroes like Ban have been over-nerfed.

For now, it’s a waiting game. The team has shown they’re open to feedback, and with the game still in early access, there’s plenty of room for tweaks and improvements. Let’s hope they continue listening to the community and fine-tune where needed.

If you’re diving back into the game, now’s the time to explore the new events, farm some rewards, and adjust your strategies with these hero changes in mind. And remember — the early access phase is all about finding what works and what doesn’t, so expect more changes on the horizon.

As always, happy adventuring, and may your summons be ever in your favour!