LoL Patch 25.5 Preview: Major Champion Nerfs and Key Changes Coming

LoL Patch 25.5 Preview: Major Champion Nerfs and Key Changes Coming

By Marcus Chen

February 26, 2025 at 09:42 AM

Riot Games has unveiled initial changes coming in League of Legends Patch 25.5, focusing primarily on champion nerfs. The update targets several dominant champions and items that have been overperforming in both casual and competitive play.

Key Champion Changes:

  • Naafiri receiving significant nerfs to her Q and R abilities
  • Zed's Shadow Slash (E) damage being reduced
  • K'Sante getting adjustments to his W ability and passive
  • Rumble facing damage reductions across multiple abilities

Item Adjustments:

  • Stridebreaker getting a decreased slow effect
  • Prowler's Claw damage being reduced
  • Duskblade of Draktharr experiencing power adjustments

System Updates:

  • ARAM receiving additional balance changes
  • Bug fixes for various champions and interactions
  • Quality of life improvements for game clarity

The patch is scheduled to release next week, following standard PBE testing. Players can expect these changes to significantly impact the current meta, particularly in high-elo and professional play.

For full details about specific number changes and additional updates, players should check the official League of Legends patch notes when they become available.

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