What changed in FOR HONOR™ in 2025
129 updates · 32 main milestones · Jan 3, 2025 to Dec 4, 2025
- 5 eventsPrince Yi's Hero Skinnew content
Unlock the new hero skin for Prince Yi, embodying the power of the dragon.
SteamY5S4 Legacy Passdlc releaseUnlock classic rewards for all heroes, continuing from the Year 5 Season 4 Battle Pass.
SteamNew Season: Conquestseasonal eventMilestoneThe new season introduces a storyline featuring Prince Yi and General Zhi.
SteamStarter Dominion Modenew contentA new mode available until December 18th for players to learn and grow in combat.
SteamY9S4 Battle Passdlc releaseMilestoneA new battle pass featuring 100 tiers of rewards for all heroes, available during Y9S4.
Steam - 1 eventRise of the Jorogumo Contest Announcementseasonal event
A 3-week contest to defeat the Jorogumo in the fastest time with various prizes.
Steam - 4 eventsY9S3 Battle Pass Launchnew content
The Y9S3 Battle Pass features 100 tiers of rewards for all 37 Heroes, including executions and weapon sets.
SteamReturn of Y5S3 Legacy Passnew contentThe Y5S3 Legacy Pass returns with 100 tiers of retrofitted rewards, including a special Tier 101 for newer heroes.
SteamIntroduction of Lady Saorinew contentMilestoneLady Saori, a new character, has been introduced to the game.
SteamCross-Progression FeaturesystemMilestonePlayers can now sync their progress across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
Steam - 3 eventsIntroduction of Outlander Hero: Virtuosanew contentMilestone
New hero in Heathmoor with advanced fencing techniques.
SteamYear 5 Season 2 Legacy Pass Availablenew contentEarn classic rewards for all heroes, including new additions.
SteamLaunch of Battle Pass with 100+ Tiersnew contentOver 100 tiers of rewards available in the new Battle Pass.
Steam - 1 eventReturn of Triple Threat Competitive CircuitotherMilestone
New structure for competitive play with qualifiers starting June 21st and 22nd.
Steam - 19 eventsFixed Kyoshin's Chest Back Color Issuebug fix
Fixed an issue where Kyoshin's Kihaku Chest Back didn't take Colors and Paint Patterns on a cloth piece.
SteamFixed Sohei's Arm Embossing Issuebug fixFixed an issue where the embossings didn't cover entirely the Sohei's left arm shoulder pad.
SteamLoadout Preview Change in Hero Selectionui uxIt's now possible to change the loadout preview directly from the character selection and Character customization screen by using RB/LB/Q/E buttons or the mouse.
SteamGlobal Stamina Damage Changesbalance changeMilestoneMultiple attacks from various heroes will no longer deal stamina damage or pause stamina regeneration.
SteamKhatun's Deflect Follow-upbalance changeKhatun can now follow a successful Deflect with Frightful Kick by pressing Guardbreak. Hit recovery for Ultimate Authority and Relentless Peace has been reduced.
SteamFixed Warmonger's Breach of Prey Attack Issuesbug fixFixed an issue that caused Warmonger's Breach of Prey attacks to be harder to dodge than intended.
SteamFixed Gladiator's Thigh Positioningbug fixFixed an issue where the Alternate Gladiator had wrong thigh positioning on Horkos Throne.
SteamPirate's Parry Window Adjustmentsbalance changeCavalier Dance and Walk the Plank now have reduced parry windows to improve effectiveness.
SteamFixed Out-of-Bounds Issues in Market Townbug fixFixed two separate issues in Market Town where players could access out-of-bounds areas.
SteamFixed Fire Damage Issue in Crimson Offensivebug fixFixed an issue that caused the player to receive unnecessary fire damage in the second adventure of 'The Crimson Offensive'.
SteamAllies Health Bar Displayedui uxAllies health bar will now be displayed in the team VS widget at the top. This option can be disabled through an option in the game menu.
SteamFixed Missing AoE Circle for Warmongerbug fixFixed an issue where the AoE circle was missing when enemies were afflicted by the poison of Warmonger's 1st and 4th feat.
SteamShaolin's Sun Sweep Changesbalance changeSun Sweep no longer chains on Miss and its Miss Recovery has been reduced.
SteamShaman's Attack Trajectory Improvementsbalance changeImproved the trajectory of numerous attacks to match with improved animations.
SteamShugoki's Headbutt Changesbalance changeHeadbutt no longer chains on Miss and Miss recovery has been reduced.
SteamKyoshin's Light Finishers Adjustmentsbalance changeLight Finishers are no longer undodgeable and damage has been reduced.
SteamFixed Ubisoft Connect Language Issuebug fixFixed an issue where the game description in the Ubisoft Connect app page was written in English when using Japanese, Korean, or Chinese Simplified interface language.
SteamFixed Misaligned Patterns on Aramusha's Chestbug fixFixed an issue where the patterns were misaligned on Aramusha's Gyoukei Chest.
SteamFixed Visual Issues with Berserker's Helmsbug fixFixed an issue where the Berserker had smaller eyes with Asmundar and Rikiwulf helms.
Steam - 1 eventLatest Balance Patch Notesbalance change
Details on the latest balance changes to be shared in the official Patch Notes.
Steam - 12 eventsCrashing Waves Limited-Time Eventseasonal event
Join the fight in Defiance, a new season packed with fresh features including the limited-time event Crashing Waves.
SteamY9S2 Battle Pass with 100 Tiers of Lootnew contentMilestoneConquer the Y9S2 Battle Pass featuring 100 tiers of rewards for all 36 Heroes.
SteamVisual Fidelity ImprovementsvisualsIntroduction of Skin Sub-Surface Scattering and dynamic wind effects.
SteamNew Free Event Pass: Crashing Wavesnew contentFree Event Pass includes cosmetics like The Lonecrow's Crew battle outfit.
SteamReturn of Hyper Duel Eventseasonal eventThe fan-favorite event Hyper Duel returns in the new season Defiance.
SteamIntroduction of Captain Coalheart Hero Skinnew contentMilestoneNew hero skin available for the Pirate Hero, Captain Coalheart.
SteamLaunch of Y9S2 Battle Passnew contentMilestoneThe Y9S2 Battle Pass features abyssal-themed cosmetics.
SteamTesting Grounds: Defensive Dodge Properties UpdategameplayUpdates to side deflects for assassin heroes and dodge mechanics for non-assassin heroes.
SteamReturn of Legacy Pass from Y5S2new contentLegacy Pass items include Heavenly Mirage and Shriveling Mirage battle outfits.
SteamClassic Rewards Return in Legacy Passnew contentRelive the glory of Year 5 Season 2 with the latest Legacy Pass featuring classic Executions, weapon sets, and outfits.
SteamNew Pirate Hero Skin: Captain Coalheartnew contentMilestoneClaim the new Pirate Hero Skin, Captain Coalheart, along with Champion Status and Scavenger Crates.
SteamConverted Canyon Battlefield MapworldMilestoneReimagined Canyon battlefield with new elements reflecting Khatuns' presence.
Steam - 18 eventsWarmonger Light Openers Nerfbalance changeMilestone
Light Openers are no longer enhanced and Vicious Impale's distance travelled has been reduced to 6.5m.
SteamNew Hero Skin: The Warrior Princenew contentA brand-new Hero Skin for the Aramusha, inspired by the prince in The Warrior Within, available on April 24th.
SteamNobushi Movement Buffsbalance changeIncreased sideways movement for Side Dodge, Cobra Strike & Sidewinder Form, and increased forward movement for Kick.
SteamLoadout Preview Change in Character Selectionui uxIt's now possible to change the loadout preview directly from the character selection and Character customization screen by using RB/LB/Q/E buttons or the mouse.
SteamHero Fests Schedule AnnouncedgameplayThree Hero Fests are scheduled: Nuxia (May 15th to 22nd), Warmonger (May 22nd to 29th), and Pirate (June 5th to 12th).
SteamKhatun Draconite Abomination Effect Fixbug fixFixed an issue where the Draconite Abomination effect doesn't work on Khatun's executions.
SteamConqueror Dominatus Chest Embossing Fixbug fixFixed an issue where Conqueror's Dominatus Chest has golden embossing obscured.
SteamNew Filter Option in Barracksui uxA new option was added in the Filters page in the barracks, allowing you to switch between 'Match All' and 'Match Any'.
SteamReturn of Blades of Persia Eventseasonal eventMilestoneThe beloved event Blades of Persia returns from April 24th to May 15th, featuring themed rewards and gameplay modifiers.
SteamCompetitive Circuit UpdateotherSneak peek at the upcoming Competitive Circuit with new community opportunities and tournament formats.
SteamAramusha Defense Issue Fixbug fixFixed an issue that caused Aramusha not to have any defense when changing guard after performing Blade Blockade.
SteamBalance Changes and Hero Updatesbalance changeKey adjustments across several heroes were discussed in the Patch Notes segment.
SteamSohei Respawn Voice Line Fixbug fixFixed an issue where Sohei has low volume or no voice lines at respawn.
SteamSohei Embossing Coverage Fixbug fixFixed an issue where the embossing doesn't cover entirely Shoei's left arm shoulder pad.
SteamVarangian Guard Light Openers & Finishers Nerfbalance changeMilestoneLight Openers & Finishers are no longer enhanced to tone down pressure while keeping defensive aspects intact.
SteamShugoki Voice Line Fixbug fixFixed an issue where Shugoki's Demon's Embrace doesn't play his scream voice line after a kill.
SteamKhatun Attack Trajectories Adjustmentbalance changeAttack trajectories for Angry Storm & Ultimate Authority have been adjusted to better match weapon visuals.
SteamChimera Banquet Game ModegameplayThrowback game mode Chimera Banquet will be available from May 29th to June 5th.
Steam - 28 eventsFixed targeting swap issue during Khatun's Rising Rage strikebug fixSteamMad Monk Opener guardbreak Vulnerability increased for Soheibalance changeMilestone
Vulnerability is now 433ms (up from 100ms).
SteamFixed Khatun's Mjolnir's Flight and Sylvan Vaporization Execution availabilitybug fixSteamZone Attack's second hit can soft feint into Light Attack for Aramushabalance changeMilestoneSteamChain link timing from Mad Monk Attacks to Heavy Finishers adjusted for Soheibalance changeMilestoneTiming is now 266 ms (down from 300ms).
SteamBody part material customizationui uxSteamIncreased forward movement for Aramusha's Chain Lights, Heavy Openers, and Heavy Finishersbalance changeMilestoneSteamFixed Khatun boots Material not updatedbug fixSteamEquip for All for MoodFXui uxSteamRemoved ability for Pirate to cancel Grand Cavelier's Recovery with a Dodgebalance changeMilestoneSteamMad Monk Opener can now chain to Mad Monk Extender for Soheibalance changeMilestoneSteamAdd More Customization Loadoutsui uxSteamFixed Kensei's Shiwasu helm clipping with multiple Ornamentsbug fixSteamSohei Heavy Openers can now chain to Light Soul Attacksbalance changeMilestoneSteamFixed Forged In War Ornament visibility issuebug fixVisible in locked state outside of unlock period.
SteamIncreased Ring The Bell attack range for Aramushabalance changeMilestoneSteamAramusha attack trajectory adjustmentsbalance changeMilestoneAdjusted all attack trajectories to better match the weapon visuals and animations.
SteamFixed Tiandi's Guan Suo Chest paint pattern issuebug fixSteamHeavy Finishers for Aramusha are now Unblockablebalance changeMilestoneSteamSmart Eco Mode set by default on all consolesperformanceEco mode is activated only when IDLE in game.
SteamFixed Khatun's invulnerability to guardbreak during Sprint attack's second strikebug fixSteamFixed missing Crusader Battle Outfit for all knight legacy heroesbug fixSteamNew Menu Reworkui uxSteamDefault graphic option set to Performance on all consolesperformanceSteamSohei Light Openers can now chain to Heavy Soul Attacksbalance changeMilestoneSteam - 16 eventsNew Mongol Hero: Guljinnew contentMilestone
Introducing Guljin, a fierce Khatun ready to unite Heathmoor under her empire.
SteamFree Event Pass Rewardsnew contentMilestoneRewards include Battle Outfit, Ornament, Mood Effect, and Weapons.
SteamFixed Command Display Issue While Spectatingbug fixFixed an issue where the commands aren't displayed when a player is dead and spectating a teammate at ballista.
SteamVarangian Guard Chain Link Timing Adjustmentbalance changeChain Link timing from blocked Dodge Attacks and Hjaldr Oathkeeper to Light Finishers increased to 300ms.
SteamHero Balance Updatesbalance changeSeveral heroes have received balance updates for fairer gameplay.
SteamYear 9 Content AnnouncementotherMilestoneA new year of content themed Theatres of War is confirmed.
SteamAfeera Astro Flip Unlock Tech Removalbug fixRemoved 'Unlock Tech' that allowed Afeera to perform Astro Flip in incorrect directions when unlocking after attacks.
SteamRaider Damage Buffsbalance changeRaider's Top Chained Heavy, Side Chained Heavy, Raider's Fury, Top Heavy Finisher, and Side Heavy Finishers have had their damage increased.
SteamFixed Fire Texture Offset in Shard Defender Spawnbug fixFixed an issue where the fire texture in the Shard Defender spawn is offset.
SteamGuardbreak Vulnerability Adjustment for Multiple Heroesbalance changeThe Front Dodge Heavy attack Guardbreak Vulnerability for Aramusha, Berserker, Highlander, Shinobi, and Tiandi has been lowered to 100ms.
SteamFixed Offset Issue in Respectful Kill Executionbug fixFixed an issue where the players contacts are offset during the Respectful Kill Execution.
SteamKhatun's Peace Eventseasonal eventMilestoneFree event available from January 23rd to February 13th.
SteamBlack Prior Superior Block Window Reductionbalance changeTenebris Trust's Superior Block window reduced from 300ms to 200ms.
SteamThrowback Event: Battle of the Eclipseseasonal eventMilestoneReturn of the Battle of the Eclipse from Year 4, Season 4.
Steam - 16 eventsNuxia Zone Attack Reworkbalance change
Zone Attack changed to a 2-hit attack with improved usability.
SteamWarden Feat Reworkbalance changeBody Count replaced by Death Toll, granting health and stamina on kills. Other feats also reworked.
SteamVarangian Guard Superior Block Standardizationbalance changeSuperior Block window standardized to 200ms for various attacks.
SteamWalled City Collision Issue Fixedbug fixResolved collision issue on Walled City map with Ballista.
SteamRespectful Kill Execution Animation Offset Fixbug fixFixed animation offset issue for Respectful Kill execution.
SteamSohei Attack Adjustmentsbalance changeHeavy Opener and Mad Monk gain Uninterruptible Stance; Soul Attacks improved.
SteamLawbringer New Moves and Damage Buffbalance changeIntroduced Precise and Final Jurisdiction moves; increased damage on Top and Side Heavy Openers.
SteamKensei Ornament Collision Issue Fixedbug fixFixed issue where Kensei Hero's Ornament disappears on alternate body type.
SteamBattle Bundle Points Issue Resolvedbug fixPlayers with battle bundle now receive correct bonus battle points.
SteamCanyon Map Floating Dock Issue Fixedbug fixResolved issue with a dock floating in mid-air on the canyon map.
SteamBreach Attackers Phase Issue Fixedbug fixFixed issue where Breach Attackers could pass through Hallowed Bastion phase.
SteamHitokiri HP and Stamina Reductionbalance changeReduced HP and Stamina; adjustments to Rei Kick and Rei Sweep.
SteamThunderous Rage Eyes Effect Position Fixbug fixFixed positioning issue of thunderous Rage eyes effect on some heroes.
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