With the Valorant 12.02 update just around the corner, Riot Games has shared a first look at what the upcoming patch will bring to the competitive shooter.
While the detailed patch notes of the Valorant 12.02 update have yet to be revealed by the devs, the Chinese social media handles of Riot have showcased some of the major hero changes coming to the game with the next patch.
From what we know so far, Harbor and Reyna are set to receive changes in the next Valorant patch, with the former getting some notable buffs to his entire kit while the latter will see nerfs to her Soul Orbs and Overheal.
Valorant Patch 12.02: Harbor & Reyna Changes
With the Valorant 12.02 patch, Harbor’s Cove is set to receive a substantial HP buff. The Shield HP has been increased from 500 to 650, making it sturdier than a Sage wall segment.
His High Tide will also see more use moving forward, as its wall height and length have been increased to help him keep up with the other Controllers in the game.
Players will also be able to hear an audio cue when they hit an enemy with Harbor’s Storm Surge.
Lastly, the water rush speed from his Reckoning has been increased by 25%.
While the Reyna nerfs aren’t as drastic, they’re still enough to stop her from stomping your regular pubs.
The most notable change among Reyna’s nerfs is the reintroduction of decay to her Overheal above 100 HP, which will now gradually wear off over time, except while she is in her ultimate. Additionally, the duration of her Soul Orbs has been reduced to three seconds.
Valorant 12.02 Update: Early Patch Notes
Below, we have listed the early patch notes for the Valorant 12.02 update:
Harbor
Cove
– Shield HP increased 500 >> 625
High Tide
– Wall height increased 6m >> 8m
– Wall length increase 50m >> 60m
Storm Surge
– Sounds effects added when enemy is hit
Reckoning
– Ult can now be held in place for 7 seconds
– Water rush speed increased by 25%
Reyna
– Ultimate Points 6 –> 7
– Soul Orb Duration reduced to 3 seconds
– Overheal above 100 HP will now decay over time, except when she is in her ultimate.