The latest live patch for Heroes of the Storm was released on February 10, 2026. This update includes various gameplay adjustments, new features, and balance changes aimed at enhancing the overall gaming experience.
New Features and Updates
- A new skin called Toon’Dan Gul’Dan has been introduced.
- All quests that can lose stacks will not drop below milestone thresholds.
- Pinnacle Rewards are rebranded as Mythic Rewards.
- Summoned Units now lose health every second, impacting various gameplay elements.
Map Updates
Significant changes were made to maps in this patch:
- Watch Towers reset to neutral after 45 seconds of inactivity.
- In Volskaya Foundry, the damage and cooldown speed of the Triglav Protector are increased significantly.
- Warhead Junction now displays the burn duration affecting structures.
Balance Changes for Heroes
The patch includes adjustments for various heroes to ensure balanced gameplay. Notable changes include:
- Azmodan: Adjustments to the Globe of Annihilation and its damage mechanics.
- Deathwing: Base attack damage and cooldowns for abilities have been modified.
- Jaina: A new quest was introduced for Frostbite, enhancing her defensive capabilities.
- Muradin: New quests and improvements were made to his talents and abilities for more effective gameplay.
Hero-Specific Changes
| Hero | Change |
|---|---|
| Azmodan | Globe of Annihilation damage adjustment |
| Deathwing | Base Attack Damage decreased |
| Jaina | New quests for Frostbite |
| Muradin | New quests introduced |
Bug Fixes
Multiple bug fixes were applied, including improvements for various heroes like Alarak, Ana, and Jaina. These updates enhance gameplay consistency and reduce unexpected behavior in abilities.
The February 10, 2026, patch for Heroes of the Storm brings numerous exciting features and updates aimed at refining game balance and player enjoyment. Be sure to explore the new changes and discover how they affect gameplay.
