03-06-2026 UpdateEvery Buff, Nerf & Balance Change

The 03-06-2026 Update update went live on March 11, 2026 (1 month ago) and brings 33 hero adjustments, 80 item changes and 37 general gameplay changes across the Deadlock balance sheet. 33 other heroes got mixed adjustments that could shift their power curve in either direction. On the item side, Extended Magazine and Long Range got buffed and will likely show up in more builds this patch, while Stalker and Blood Tribute got nerfed and may drop out of core slots. Every hero and item change below opens a full breakdown of the numeric tweaks, ability adjustments and item rework details, with links through to the updated hero build guide or item stat page.