What changed in Paladins® in 2023
111 updates · 11 main milestones · Feb 23, 2023 to Dec 20, 2023
- 18 eventsAico’s Vault Cosmetics Releasednew content
New cosmetics including Admiration and Delight Rei, Frozen Over Skye, Soul’s Animus Furia, and Soul Devourer Jenos available for purchase.
SteamVatu Enveloping Shadows Talent Internal Cooldownbalance changeNow has an internal cooldown of 3s.
SteamMagistrate’s Parade Limited Time Modeseasonal eventPlay as either Rei & Lian or Cassie & Grover in this match on Frostbite Cavern from December 29th - January 1st.
SteamImani Dragon’s Call Freeze Fixbug fixFixed an issue where summoning Dragon’s Call would freeze some PC clients.
SteamKhan Chokehold Card Reworkbalance changeOld effect removed; new effect increases travel speed and distance of Commander's Grab.
SteamRuckus Flux Generator Talent Buffbalance changeIncreased shield granted from 1300 to 1500 and reduces Emitter’s cooldown by 1s.
SteamBomb King Poppy Bomb Deployment Fixbug fixFixed an issue where players on poor connections could infinitely deploy Poppy Bomb.
SteamBetty Fiery Disposition Talent Adjustmentbalance changeDamage over Time now only applied by Grenade Launcher.
SteamOmen Umbral Lance Talent Changebalance changeChanged effect to reduce spread and fire rate while maintaining damage.
SteamFixed Gamepad Item Purchase Issuebug fixFixed an issue where gamepad players could accidentally buy Items even when the Item Shop was closed.
SteamFixed Event Pass XP Display Issuebug fixFixed an issue where Quests were not showing the amount of Event Pass XP they awarded.
SteamDragon’s Call Returns!seasonal eventEvent mode Dragon’s Call returns for players to capture the Key Sphere and escort it to their opponent's base.
SteamMaeve Cat Burglar Talent Adjustmentbalance changeReduced damage bonus from 30% to 25% and duration from 5s to 3s.
SteamMal’Damba Ripened Gourd Talent Buffbalance changeNow deals 60% damage to enemies instead of 0%.
SteamLillith Murderous Intent Talent Reworkbalance changeNew effect increases movement and attack speed when hitting an enemy affected by Blood Hex or Swarm.
SteamRoccer Limited Time Modeseasonal eventExperience Roccer from January 5th - January 8th, a chaotic version of Flagball.
SteamKoga Adrenaline Junkie Talent Nerfbalance changeIncreased damage needed to generate 1 energy from 80 to 160.
Steam - 3 eventsMagistrate Parade Announcementseasonal event
A parade organized by the archmage Rei will roam throughout the territory, inviting citizens to celebrate.
SteamWeekend LTM: Classic MapsgameplayPlayers can enjoy older versions of Stone Keep, Timber Mill, and Warder's Gate in a limited-time mode.
SteamLatest Paladins Chronicles: He Who Persistsnew contentAzaan's story continues as he faces challenges in his fortress, with potential help from an unexpected source.
Steam - 2 eventsArcade Queue Introducedgameplay
Onslaught has been swapped for an Arcade queue featuring all main non-Siege modes with player-favorite maps.
SteamWeekend LTM: Swift Siege & 2x Champion XPseasonal eventEnjoy a sped-up version of Siege with faster credits and no comeback mechanic, along with 2X Champion XP activated for the weekend.
Steam - 3 eventsPaladins Chronicles: Series 2 Launchnew content
Kicked off Series 2 of Paladins Chronicles, focusing on lore developments with Nyx & Omen.
SteamThanksgiving Celebrationseasonal eventHighlighting community achievements and expressing gratitude for player support.
SteamWeekend LTM: Test MapsgameplayExplore unrefined blockout maps in Siege, featuring community favorites.
Steam - 4 eventsRemoval of SEA Option from UIui ux
In a future update, the SEA option will be removed from the UI for clarity on server locations.
SteamWeekend LTM: Cards to the Max (Siege)gameplayPlay with a loadout of cards all at level 7 in Siege for enhanced gameplay.
SteamMatchmaking Process DisruptionsnetworkAddressed minor disruptions in matchmaking due to server issues over the weekend.
SteamSEA Region Server MergenetworkThe SEA region has been merged into Japan for shared servers to improve queue times.
Steam - 3 eventsValor's End Feedback Form Resultsquality of life
3000 players responded to the feedback form, informing future updates and decisions.
SteamWeekend LTM: Team ArenagameplayNew game mode with increased weapon damage and slowed cooldowns for a competitive experience.
SteamWinter is Comingseasonal eventTransition from Halloween to Christmas with upcoming seasonal content.
Steam - 3 eventsWeekend LTM: Classic Maps & 2x Champion XPgameplay
Players can visit older versions of Stone Keep, Timber Mill, and Warder's Gate with double Champion experience.
SteamFog of War Returns for Halloweenseasonal eventFog of War has returned for today only with reduced visibility on Marauder's Port and Abyss.
Steam - 9 eventsImproved & Unified Menusui ux
Major UI improvements including new item acquisition popups and unified button appearance.
SteamCustom Games and UI Improvementsui uxAdded Payload mode to Custom Games and improved UI mechanics.
SteamClassic Maps Limited Time ModegameplayOriginal versions of beloved Siege maps available for a limited time.
SteamMajor Balance Passbalance changeMilestoneSteamEffects Bar UpdategameplayNew icons for effects applied to enemies for better counterplay visibility.
SteamSnowfall Junction Restorationnew contentMap restoration with original details from the Open Beta era.
SteamNew Event Pass: Valor's Endnew contentSteamSwift Siege Limited Time ModegameplaySpeed-focused version of Siege with increased starting credits and movement speed.
SteamTeam Arena Limited Time ModegameplayIncreased weapon and headshot damage with slowed cooldowns.
Steam - 3 eventsBalance and Features Updatebalance changeMilestone
Changes made to balance and features based on PTS feedback, including Imani's VFX and an Anti-Healing Toggle in Customs.
SteamWeekend LTM: Swift SiegegameplayA quick and chaotic version of Siege with faster Credits, movement, and Anti-Healing, lasting 10 minutes or less.
SteamValor's End Launchseasonal eventMilestoneValor's End launches with server maintenance scheduled for 8am ET.
Steam - 7 eventsArtful Fall Theme Revealednew content
New art theme for October featuring Pumpkin Rei, Goth Kasumi, and Bee Ruckus skins.
SteamWeekend LTM: Cards to the Maxseasonal eventSpecial game mode where every card is boosted to level 7 for TDM matches.
SteamPTS Feedback on Seris, Saati, and Furiabug fixIssues identified during PTS including Seris visibility, Saati's Ultimate generation, and Furia's range.
SteamValor's End Major Update Announcementnew contentMilestoneUpcoming major update featuring quality-of-life improvements and balance shifts.
SteamEvie Health Build Adjustmentbalance changeEvie will not be coming to live with 2500+ health builds.
SteamKhan and Nyx Balance Changesbalance changeMajor balance shifts introduced with the upcoming update.
SteamImani Movement Improvementquality of lifeImani will receive adjustments to improve her mobility.
Steam - 6 eventsBlood Moon Rises Eventseasonal event
Lillith is being given away for free this week. Play 2 games during the event to receive a Flair and Style chests alongside the Autumn Maeve Avatar.
SteamAutumn Maeve Avatarnew contentEarn the Autumn Maeve Avatar by completing the Daily Queue bonus during the event.
SteamBlood Moon Harvest Eventseasonal eventCelebrate the Blood Moon with Lillith available for free and earn rewards by playing during the event.
SteamFree Lillith Characternew contentPlayers can log in to receive Lillith for free during the Blood Moon event.
SteamFlair & Style Chest Rewardnew contentReceive a Flair & Style chest by playing 2 games during the Blood Moon event.
SteamWeekend LTM: It's Treeson ThengameplayIn this LTM, make like a leaf as Grover, where each axe hit propels players and yourself backward and Blossom stops your momentum.
Steam - 5 eventsPirate's Treasure Io Skin Available via Twitch Primenew content
The fan favorite skin Pirate's Treasure Io is now available as a free unlock for Twitch Prime users.
SteamDev Insights on Support KeywordschangesDiscussion on the introduction of Support Keywords and how community feedback is being addressed.
Steam3x Champion XP and 4x Gold Earn Rate Activationquality of lifeTo thank players for their patience during server interruptions, a temporary boost in XP and Gold Earn Rate has been activated.
SteamWeekend LTM: Rapid Choose AnygameplayPlayers can select champions and cast abilities without restrictions in Siege, Onslaught, and Team Deathmatch for the weekend.
SteamServer Interruptions ResolvednetworkSevere server interruptions experienced over the weekend have been resolved, restoring stability across all platforms.
Steam - 6 eventsChronicles Series 1 Finale Releasednew content
Final Chronicle detailing the narrative of the event and its impact on the Realm.
SteamNew LTM: Fall of Ascension Peaknew contentPlay Onslaught on the Ascension Peak map with falling firebombs and 50% cooldown reduction for all Champions.
SteamFall of Ascension Peak Event Launchseasonal eventMilestoneA week-long event featuring a siege on Ascension Peak with new gameplay mechanics.
SteamCore Mode Rotation: Team Deathmatch ReturnsgameplayTeam Deathmatch is back while Payload is temporarily removed from rotation.
SteamScore Limit Reduced for Quicker MatchesgameplayScore limit lowered from 400 to 250 based on player feedback to allow quicker matches.
SteamDouble Rewards During Eventquality of lifePlayers can enjoy 2x Gold, 2x Account XP, 2x Champion XP, and 2x Event Pass XP until September 21st.
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- 4 eventsNew Champion Rotationnew content
Free champions for this week include Inara, Io, Jenos, Talus, Terminus, Tyra, Willo, Zhin.
SteamDesert Omens PTS is LIVEnew contentDesert Omens is now live on the Paladins PTS for playtesting.
SteamSneak Peek: Siege Remixed Modifierseasonal eventEnabled pure Chaos in Siege Remixed with various modifiers.
Steam - 2 eventsAnniversary Eventseasonal eventMilestone
Play 15 Games during the Anniversary patch to earn a Limited Skin choice from a past Battle Pass, an Anniversary Chest, 3 free Champions, and more for FREE!
SteamNew Event Mode: Siege Remixednew contentReturn to Paladins' past in this mix of old and new! The original 3 Siege maps have returned, now allowing for modern Siege to be played on them.
Steam - 3 eventsMidnight Masquerade Event Passseasonal event
Unlock the Midnight Masquerade Event Pass to unlock Crimson Crow Corvus.
SteamMode Rotation ImplementationgameplayTemporarily rotating out Onslaught/King of the Hill queue and swapping Choose-Any Team Deathmatch for original Team Deathmatch.
SteamRanked Cross-Play Featurenew contentMilestoneRanked is now one queue, allowing players from all platforms to play together and climb ranks.
Steam - 17 eventsVII Explosive Dodge Adjustmentsbalance change
Reduced range and damage of VII's Explosive Dodge mines.
SteamSkye Smoke Screen Charges Increasedbalance changeSkye's Smoke Screen now has 2 charges but increased cooldown.
SteamNew Endscreens Cosmetic Categorynew contentAdded a new cosmetic category for endscreens featuring Champion's default splash art.
SteamRise of Furia Returnsseasonal eventThe fan-favorite event, Rise of Furia, returns as an LTM every weekend for the rest of Emergence.
SteamAll Payload Maps Re-enabledgameplayAll three Payload maps are back in rotation after resolving crash issues.
SteamJenos Astral Mark Improvementsbalance changeIncreased duration, decreased cooldown, and increased initial heal for Jenos's Astral Mark.
SteamKhan Battle Shout Buffbalance changeReduced cooldown and increased heal for Khan's Battle Shout.
SteamRelease of Gold Skins for All Championsnew contentThe last of the Gold skins for Evie, Fernando, Khan, and Zhin are now released.
SteamAzaan Ultimate Lockout Reducedbalance changeReduced lockout time after landing Azaan's Ultimate from 1.6s to 1.3s.
SteamNyx Rift Slash Charge Time Reducedbalance changeReduced max charge time on Nyx's Rift Slash from 1.5s to 1.1s.
SteamCaspian Attack Speed Changesbalance changeReduced bonus Attack Speed from stacks and increased base Attack Speed.
SteamAbyssal Lord Drogoz Skin Availablenew contentThe Abyssal Lord Drogoz skin is back in the shop for 1,250 Crystals after almost 5 years.
SteamLillith Swarm Duration Reducedbalance changeReduced duration of Lillith's Swarm ability from 6.5s to 5.75s.
SteamTorvald Shield Reductionbalance changeReduced passive shield from Torvald's Recharge ability from 3000 to 2500.
Steam - 2 eventsInto the Abyss Event Passseasonal eventMilestone
Players can join Nyx with the latest Event Pass, unlocking the Doom Bringer Seris skin and 30 levels of rewards.
SteamNew Champion: Nyx, Queen of the Abyssnew contentMilestoneNyx, a new champion who was once a Pyre Lord, has been introduced to the game.
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