Valve Hits Hard with Dota 2 Patch 7.36b.
Valve Sweeps Hero Facets with Massive Adjustments
As the big updates keep rolling in for Dota 2, Valve has once again made significant changes with Patch 7.36b. This time around, the focus is on adjusting Hero Facets, bringing a mix of nerfs and buffs to both items and heroes. With the meta constantly evolving, these adjustments are crucial to maintaining balance in the game.
Following the extensive Patch 7.36, Valve took a closer look at the overall strength and weaknesses of each hero’s Facets. This led to a total of 71 Facets undergoing tweaks, some even receiving complete overhauls. The goal is to ensure that every hero has a fair chance in the game, with no one facet overpowering the rest.
Axe Chopped Down After Absurd Win Rate Spikes
One hero that stood out in the previous patch was Axe, whose win rate saw a significant spike. Despite other heroes being brought back in line, Axe remained a dominant force on the battlefield. His “One Man Army” facet, which provided a substantial Strength boost when alone on the map, proved to be too powerful.
To address this issue, Valve has implemented several nerfs to Axe in Patch 7.36b. The Strength bonus now diminishes when allies are nearby, making it more strategic to utilize this facet. Additionally, the bonus armor and other effects have been recalibrated to ensure a more balanced gameplay experience.
Forced Movement, Knockback Now Clearly Defined
Another significant change in Patch 7.36b is the distinction between “Forced Movement” and “Knockback” effects in the game. While Forced Movement covers abilities that alter a target’s position, Knockback specifically refers to push or pull effects with a fixed distance. Valve has provided a comprehensive list of abilities classified as Knockback effects in the full patch notes.
All Dota 2 Patch 7.36b Patch Notes
With Patch 7.36b now live, players can explore a plethora of item and hero changes that shape the current state of Dota 2. From tweaks to existing items like Arcane Ring and Lance of Pursuit to adjustments for heroes like Ancient Apparition and Anti-Mage, the patch introduces a fresh dynamic to the game. Bug fixes have also been implemented to address various issues and enhance the overall gaming experience.
Stay tuned for more updates as the patch notes continue to evolve, shaping the future of Dota 2 gameplay! Read full patch notes here.