Can you believe it? It’s already time for another balancing patch!
We’ve got a nice round of adjustments lined up - covering a multitude of items and Heroes, with a spotlight of course on Wukong, who’s somehow managed to be both the best and worst thing to happen to Predecessor (depending on who you ask).
You may notice that this balancing patch isn’t as packed with content as some of our previous updates. That’s intentional - we’ve chosen to place a stronger focus on the “balancing” aspect, reserving the bulk of new features and content for our larger milestone updates.
This approach helps us manage team workload more sustainably and sets clearer expectations for what each type of update will deliver.
That said, we still have a few exciting additions in this patch! Here’s what you can expect:
- New Skins, including an eSports-themed bundle!
- Skylar’s community-driven redesign!
- A surprise new Wukong announcer!
- A new, simplified Hero selection screen to help first-time players get started with ease!
So without further ado… let’s dive in!
Store News
New Skins
Fight Night Crunch [Epic]
As if Crunch didn’t hit hard enough already - now he’s got boxing gloves.
And to top it off? A fabulous new outfit that packs just as much style as his punches.
Bass Kitty Phase [Rare]
No matter your taste in music, you can count on Phase to drop the sickest beats mid-match - keeping the vibes on.
New Bundles
Fight Night Crunch Bundle
- Crunch[Hero]
- Fight Night Crunch [Skin]
- KO [Spray]
- Fight Night Crunch [Banner]
- Fight Night Crunch [Icon]
Fugitive Skylar Bundle
- Skylar [Hero]
- Skylar Premium Affinity
- Shocked [Overhead Emote]
- Fugitive Skylar [Banner]
- Fugitive Skylar [Icon]
- Blue Fugitive Skylar [Skin Variant]
- Green Fugitive Skylar [Skin Variant]
2025 Victorious Bundle
All proceeds from purchasing Victorious items go towards funding Predecessor Competitive Events. All Victorious items are only available for a limited time but will return again in the future.
- Gideon [Hero]
- Rampage [Hero]
- Shinbi [Hero]
- Sparrow [Hero]
- Zinx [Hero]
- Victorious Royal Gideon [Skin Variant]
- Victorious Obsidian Rampage [Skin Variant]
- Victorious Cyber Operative Shinbi [Skin Variant]
- Victorious Dynasty Sparrow [Skin Variant]
- Victorious Star Queen Zinx [Skin Variant]
- 2025 Victorious [Profile Icon]
- 2025 Victorious [Banner]
- 2025 Victorious [Spray]
All items available in this bundle are available to purchase separately.
Features:
Skylar Community Redesign
Skylar’s breaking the mold, with a bold new look reflecting a new lore direction as well as the will of the people (you, our community!).
Early this year we took to social media to discuss Skylar’s original design and it was clear that there was some room for improvement. So, with a lot of community brainstorming, feedback rounds and discussions we settled on a vibrant new identity for the Hero - an escaped convict with a past she’s not proud of and a future she’s uncertain about!
Liked old Skylar? Don’t panic! The classic Skylar design isn’t going anywhere either.
If you owned her before this update you’ll automatically receive that original, legacy look as a FREE selectable skin, as well as her new look which will be her new default! And if you didn’t? Old-Skylar isn’t going far - her classic design alongside her launch skin (Starstruck Skylar) will remain available to purchase in the Store as well as being possible to acquire through Loot Cores.
Wukong Joins the Mic
To mark the milestone of the final Paragon Hero's release, we’re adding a little something extra!
We’ve heard all the feedback on the current announcer voice - some of you love it, some not so much, and some barely notice it anymore. But with V1.5, that’s about to change.
Starting in 1.5.7 the highly anticipated Monkey King will now talk to you! Seriously!
That’s right, Wukong is joining the game as an optional announcer voice! He’ll call the shots, hype you up, mock your enemies and even sing you to sleep! Wait, okay, maybe not that last one, but you get the idea.
The sound of Wukong driving you bananas? No problem - you can switch back any time in the settings.
The Wukong Announcer is only available for a limited time, so don’t miss your chance to have the Monkey King call your plays!
Will he return in the future? Well… that depends. If you enjoy hearing his voice and let us know, he might just be convinced to make a comeback.
New Hero Selection Screen for New Players
As part of the first-time player experience, newcomers will now be presented with a choice of three Heroes to pick from in their first game. These Heroes were carefully selected based on extensive data analysis, taking into account retention rates, popularity, and ease of use.
By streamlining the selection process and offering accessible, enjoyable kits, we aim to provide a smoother onboarding experience and a faster path to fun for new players.
Check our website for full list of changes.
