# For Honor changelog > Fight alone or with friends in For Honor, a third-person hero-based melee fighting game. - Vendor: Ubisoft Montreal - Category: Games - Official site: http://forhonorgame.com/ - Tracked by: What's New (https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor) - Harvested from: Steam (app 304390) - Entries below: 25 of 30 (newest first; the rest are on https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor) What's New is an index, not a publisher: every entry below links to the vendor's own release notes, which are the authoritative source. Entries are labelled where they are hand-curated sample data, pre-releases, or drawn from a secondary source such as a developer blog. ## Releases ### A New Hero Rises - Date: 2026-07-23 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/678502350181106207 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-678502350181106207 - **added** — Added Arakure, a new Samurai hero who fights recklessly using unconventional tactics without regard for honor - **added** — Added Metal Trials throwback event running from August 13 to September 3 with progressively harder weekly waves of enemies - **added** — Added Black Armor Set cosmetic reward available for the Brawler hero through Metal Trials event completion ##### MEET ARAKURE Born in the shadows, raised in chaos. Arakure never bowed to the Samurai, and never will. When an Orochi guard took her brother’s life, she took something back: his blade. Not as a trophy, but as a warning. Now she fights her own way: Loud. Reckless. Unstoppable. She doesn’t duel with honor, she wins by any means. Poke your eyes, step on your toes... anything goes. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4739910 ##### METAL TRIALS RETURNS From August 13 to September 3, face relentless waves of enemies in the Metal Trials throwback event. Each week gets harder. Each victory gets louder. Earn the Black Armor Set, now available for the new Brawler. Only the strongest will endure. ### For Honor Reveals Newest Hero: Arakure - Date: 2026-07-16 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/690889150314840584 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-690889150314840584 - **added** — New hero Arakure is coming on July 23 as an Assassin with Tonfas weapon using Strike Meter & Target Swap Specialist playstyle - **added** — Metal Trials throwback event returning as a limited-time PvE mode lasting three weeks with increasing difficulty each week - **added** — Black Armor Sets retrofitted for all heroes available as Metal Trials event rewards - **added** — Black weapon sets available as Metal Trials event rewards - **added** — Metal Trials event reward retrofits including an Outfit, two colour swatches, two Embossings, and Emote - **added** — Hero Fests returning with Berserker on August 20, Virtuosa on August 27, and Jormungandr on September 3 - **added** — Starter Dominion limited-time event returning from July 23 to August 6 featuring five maps in rotation - **changed** — Starter Dominion now includes Stamina, Feats, and Revenge unlike past iterations For Honor’s newest Hero, Arakure, is coming to Heathmoor on July 23. Born into a life of crime, she has always hated the Samurai, especially after her brother was killed by an Orochi guard after a heist gone wrong. Now, she seeks to deface the statue of Khatun during the Samurai Feast to show them that they aren’t untouchable. She’s a brawler willing to do anything to achieve her goals. Here’s what you need to know about Arakure’s gameplay: - Faction: Samurai - Role: Assassin - Weapon: Tonfas - Playstyle: Strike Meter & Target Swap Specialist - Scrappy: She’ll poke your eyes, step on your toes – whatever it takes to get her way - Firecracker: She’s short-tempered, explosive, fast, volatile, and fearless - Brazen: She takes on the world with an irreverent gaze; loud and defiant, she makes no apologies. ##### Metal Trials Throwback Event The Metal Trials throwback event is also returning to Heathmoor. A limited-time PvE game mode, you’ll have to face waves of enemies to earn rewards. The throwback event will last for three weeks, and the difficulty will increase each week. Rewards for the Metal Trials throwback event include: - Black Armor Sets retrofitted for all heroes - Black weapon sets - Event reward retrofits including an Outfit, two colour swatches, two Embossings, and Emote ##### Hero Fests For Honor is also hosting another round of Hero Fests, which are a week in which a specific Hero is unlocked for all players, earns double XP, and features new executions. - Berserker - August 20 - Virtuosa - August 27 - Jormungandr - Sept 3 ##### Starter Dominion Returns The popular limited-time event Starter Dominion is making a comeback, running from July 23-August 6. It features the same core rules as Dominion, in which two teams fight to control the battlefield by capturing and keeping three objective points, but without Gear Perks to keep gameplay fresh and focused on skill. Unlike past iterations of Starter Dominion, the mode will feature Stamina, Feats, and Revenge. There will be five maps in rotation: - Quiang Pass - Citadel Gate - River Fort - Canyon - Temple Garden Don’t miss Arakure’s debut on July 23. Play For Honor on Steam today! ### LIVE NOW - JULY ROADMAP - Date: 2026-07-02 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/678502350181106095 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-678502350181106095 - **added** — New Warrior hero coming to the battlefield ##### LIVE NOW - JULY ROADMAP 🚨 NEW HERO ALERT 🚨 July marks the release of a new Warrior coming to the battlefield... Until the reveal, check out what we have in store for the month of July! ⚔️ ### Y10S2 Is Here - Date: 2026-06-11 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/719032209192780398 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-719032209192780398 ##### Y10S2 IS HERE Betrayed and left for dead, the Sohei rises in vengeance. Watch the story unfold and step into a season fueled by fury. ##### Unleash The Oni’s Wrath Betrayed and left for dead, the Sohei rises in vengeance. Watch the story unfold and step into a season fueled by fury. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4585170 ##### BATTLE PASS - Y10S2 Get 100 tiers of rewards for all heroes! Available during Y10S2 only. Available during Y10S2 only. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4585110 ##### BATTLE BUNDLE - Y10S2 Expand your arsenal with the Y10S2 Battle Bundle, including 100 tiers of rewards plus 25 tiers of progression for the Battle and Legacy Passes. Available during Y10S2 only. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4585130 ### LIVE NOW - JUNE ROADMAP - Date: 2026-06-02 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/719032209192780406 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-719032209192780406 ##### LIVE NOW - JUNE ROADMAP Things are heating up this year as the Y10S2 reveal is right around the corner! On top of the impending season drop, our June roadmap is full of activities to keep you from melting! ⚔️ ### LIVE NOW - MAY ROADMAP - Date: 2026-05-01 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/505108056144610354 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-505108056144610354 - **added** — XP Fest event ##### LIVE NOW - MAY ROADMAP MAY we offer you a look at our Roadmap? On top of an XP Fest headed your way, check out what else we have in store this month! 📅 ### For The Creed Returns: Iconic AC Heroes Arrive in For Honor - Date: 2026-04-24 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/514113352429994902 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-514113352429994902 - **added** — Limited-time For The Creed Throwback Event running from April 23 to May 14 - **added** — Three new Assassin's Creed Hero Skins: Eivor Wolf-Kissed, Naoe the Swift, and Yasuke the Brave with custom audio and signature drop attacks - **added** — Y10S1 Battle Pass with 100 Tiers of rewards for all heroes including new weapons, effects, Battle Points boost, and 12.5K steel ##### FOR THE CREED RETURNS From April 23 to May 14, Abstergo invites you to reconnect with the genetic memories of legendary heroes and bring their past into your present. Play the limited-time For The Creed Throwback Event. ##### 3 New Assassin’s Creed Hero Skins Channel the strength of Eivor Wolf‑Kissed, the agility of Naoe the Swift, and the power of Yasuke the Brave, three new Hero Skins with custom audio and signature drop attacks. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4418510 https://store.steampowered.com/app/4418540 https://store.steampowered.com/app/4418560 ##### Y10S1 BATTLE PASS The time has come to resist the Khatuns. Get **100 Tiers of rewards for all heroes** to unlock new weapons and effects. Premium rewards include weapons symbolizing heroes of legend and epic deeds, Battle Points boost from completed matches, 12.5K steel, and more. **Available during Y10S1 only.** https://store.steampowered.com/app/4380520 ### Jump into Y10S1: Glory - Date: 2026-03-12 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/502850552192829899 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-502850552192829899 ##### NEW SEASON: GLORY IS HERE The time has come to rise and fight for the promise of Glory. For ten years, legends have been forged in battle, their deeds echoing across Heathmoor. The tales of timeless heroes still resound in every clash and every strike. ##### THE SCORCHING HERALD Heathmoor lives under the stifling peace imposed by Guljin and her Khatuns. While most submit, Gryphon endures. Unable to fight openly, he takes on a new mantle as The Scorching Herald, wearing a fiery griffon-shaped armor forged to reveal his true potential. Through grand tales of legendary battles, he rekindles the taste for glory and sets the cycle of war in motion once more. From March 12 to March 19, step into the fire and try it for free. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4380580 ##### Y10S1 BATTLE PASS The time has come to resist the Khatuns. Get 100 Tiers of rewards for all heroes to unlock new weapons and effects. Premium rewards include weapons symbolizing heroes of legend and epic deeds, Battle Points boost from completed matches, 12.5K steel, and more. Available during Y10S1 only. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4380520 ##### Y10S1 BATTLE BUNDLE The Y10S1 Battle Bundle includes 100 Tiers of rewards plus 25 Tiers of progression for the Battle and Legacy Passes. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4380540 ### A NEW HERO HAS ARRIVED - Date: 2026-01-29 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/540001444118400706 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-540001444118400706 ##### MEET JUREN, THE NEW NAME FOR CHAOS Discover Juren’s ruthless feats and unpredictable power. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4312460 ##### STARTER DOMINION MODE Sharpen your steel and master war tactics in the Starter Dominion mode. Available until February 12th, it’s the perfect battlefield to learn, grow, and conquer. [Discover now ](https://forhonorgame.com/starter_dominion style=button) ##### BATTLE BUNDLE - Y9S4 This bundle includes 100 tiers of rewards plus 25 tiers of progression for the Battle and Legacy Passes. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4196360 ##### EMBRACE THE Y9S4 BATTLE PASS Prepare for all-out war with 100 tiers of exquisite rewards for all heroes! Available during Y9S4 only. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4196340 ### NEW SEASON: CONQUEST IS HERE - Date: 2025-12-04 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/539997638939902143 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-539997638939902143 ##### THE DRAGON AND THE SNAKE Behind the impregnable walls of Qiang Pass, Prince Yi defies General Zhi’s ruthless advance. Whispers of a shadowed power stir beyond the borders. Who will dare unleash it and tip the scales? ##### STARTER DOMINION MODE Sharpen your steel and master war tactics in the new Starter Dominion mode. Available until December 18th, it’s the perfect battlefield to learn, grow, and conquer. [Read more](https://forhonorgame.com/starter_dominion style=button) ##### PRINCE YI’S HERO SKIN Prince Yi isn’t just a warrior: he’s a protector of Wu Lin tradition. When peace is threatened, he unleashes the power of the dragon to defend his people and ideals. Unlock Prince Yi now and embrace the strength within! https://store.steampowered.com/app/4196400 ##### EMBRACE THE Y9S4 BATTLE PASS Prepare for all-out war with 100 tiers of exquisite rewards for all heroes! Available during Y9S4 only. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4196340 ##### DON'T MISS THE Y5S4 LEGACY PASS Unlock classic rewards, including weapons and mood effects for all heroes. Already own the Year 5 Season 4 Battle Pass? Pick up right where you left off. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4196380 ### Unleash the fury, Y9S3: Downfall starts now! - Date: 2025-09-11 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/542240556668944498 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-542240556668944498 Cross-progression is here. Your progress now follows you across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, so nothing holds you back. Sync everything. Take the fight anywhere. With Downfall bringing brutal new challenges, exclusive rewards, and fresh ways to dominate, the battlefield has never been more yours. ##### Unleash the Pain of Lady Saori The battlefield darkens once more. The shadows stir with the arrival of Lady Saori, a once-noble guardian consumed by grief and rage. Her transformation is complete, and she has become something far more fearsome than legend foretold. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3888050 ##### Y9S3 Battle Pass: Embrace the Torment Unlock 100 tiers of haunted legacy rewards for all 37 Heroes: - 1 Execution, Weapon Set, Paired Emote (per Hero) - 2 Battle Outfits & Effects (per Hero) - 10% bonus battle points https://store.steampowered.com/app/3887980 ##### Relive the Tempest The Y5S3 Legacy Pass returns with 100 tiers of retrofitted rewards. Includes a special Tier 101 for heroes released after Y5S3. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3888030 ### There is a new hero in Heathmoor - Date: 2025-07-23 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/515215334856196219 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-515215334856196219 Pursue perfection with our new Outlander Hero, Virtuosa, and master the art of the blade. Outsmart foes with flawless fencing technique and evade attacks with a smile! ##### BATTLE PASS Over 100 tiers of rewards to arm yourself for the greatest of battles! https://store.steampowered.com/app/3793370/Battle_Pass__Y9S2__FOR_HONOR/ ##### LEGACY PASS Get back in time with the latest Year 5 Season 2 Legacy Pass! You have until the end of the season to earn classic rewards for all heroes, including our newest additions. New buyers can start the pass from the beginning while previous owners keep their progression. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3793410/Legacy_Pass__Y5S2__FOR_HONOR/ ### Patch Notes 2.60.1 - FOR HONOR - Date: 2025-06-17 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/640187601178859492 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-640187601178859492 **Patch Notes 2.60.1 - FOR HONOR** **IMPROVEMENT** **Menus - Heros page** It's now possible to change the loadout preview directly from the character selection and Character customization screen by using RB/LB/Q/E buttons or the mouse (with added input button). **User Interface** Allies health bar will now be displayed in the team VS widget at the top. This option can be disabled through an option in the game menu. **BALANCING CHANGES** **GLOBAL STAMINA DAMAGE CHANGES:** The following attacks will no longer deal stamina damage or pause stamina regeneration: **AFEERA:** - Heat Death **ARAMUSHA:** - Push Back Kick **BLACK PRIOR:** - Horizon Spin - Tenebris Rising - Hawk's Charge **CENTURION:** - Legion Kick - Jab (un/charged) - Parry Counter - Lion's Roar (all hits) **CONQUEROR:** - Charging Shield Crush **GLADIATOR:** - Bamboozle - Zone (1st hit) - Counter Jab - Sucker Punch - Skewer Wall Stagger Follow Up **GRYPHON:** - Gryphon's Shove - Veteran's Kick **JIANG JUN:** - Mighty Kick - DID NOT change Dou Shi's Choke. **JORMUNGANDR:** - Jotunn Gift **KENSEI:** - Pommel Strike **KYOSHIN:** - Aoarashi - Sajin- Arashi **NOBUSHI:** - Kick **RAIDER:** - Stampede Charge (from Sprint) & Wall Stagger Follow Up **SHAMAN:** - Predator's Hunger - Predator's Mercy **WARDEN:** - Shoulder Bash (un/charged) **WARLORD:** - Headbutt / Headbutt Riposte - Shield Counter - Crashing Charge (from Sprint) & Wall Stagger Follow Up **WARMONGER:** - Preying Claw (un/charged) **ZHANHU:** - Subduing Blow **EXCEPTIONS:** - All Heroes' Throws - Jiang Jun's Dou Shi's Choke - Raider's Controlled Throw --- [Developer's Comments] This is the continuation of ongoing improvements across the cast. We want to stay away from mechanics that prevent player actions or favors inaction. However, we didn't target Throws with these changes, so every Hero still has a way to deplete a low stamina opponent if the opportunity presents itself. As for the other exceptions, we will monitor their performance and adjust in the future if needed. **KHATUN:** - Khatun can now follow a successful Deflect with Frightful Kick by pressing Guardbreak. - Ultimate Authority Hit Recovery has been reduced from 700 to 600ms to leave Khatun frame advantaged on hit. - Relentless Peace Hit Recovery has been reduced from 1700 to 1600ms to leave Khatun frame neutral on hit. [Developer's Comments] We want to address some of the main concerns Khatuns face without over-compensating and making the Hero too strong. First - Kathun will now be able to Frightful Kick from Deflect. This will give players a clear option against chain attacks with uninterruptible stance. Second - Ultimate Authority now ends with Khatun in frame advantage, allowing them to continue their offense after landing it. As for Restless Peace, it is now frame neutral (it used to leave Khatun at a disadvantage). With these changes, Khatuns should still think about which outcome they want without feeling too penalized for it. **PIRATE:** - Cavalier Dance now only has 166ms parry window. - The new parry window is from 400ms to 566ms (instead of 400 to 600) - Note that the LAST frame before the hit was removed. Not the first one. - Walk the Plank now only has 166ms parry window. - The new parry window is from 566ms to 733ms (instead of 566 to 766) - Note that the LAST frame before the hit was removed. Not the first one. [Developer's Comments] At the highest level, Cavalier Dance & Walk the Plank are not effective at opening the opponent's guard, as players can react to them (and their feints) earlier than expected. The goal behind this change is to test if this approach can resolve the issue. By removing the last frame of parry, it should make it an even playing field for players of all levels. If this change does not work, we will look at other avenues, such as polishing or reworking the animation. **SHAOLIN:** - Sun Sweep no longer chains on Miss. - Sun _[Truncated at 4000 characters — full notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/640187601178859492]_ ### Warrior's Den Recap - Y9S2 TU1 - Date: 2025-06-17 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/640187601178859490 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-640187601178859490 The Warrior's Den returned on **June 11th** to kick off For Honor's latest season: **Y9S2: _Defiance_**, set to launch on **June 12th**. With a brand-new theme, exciting content updates, visual upgrades, and the beginning of the competitive circuit, the show laid out a packed roadmap. This season will also feature Hero Fests for Black Prior, Medjay, and Warlord, giving players the chance to explore these heroes with unique bundles and free week access throughout the season. In addition, the fan-favorite _Hyper Duel_** throwback event is making a return this Title Update, bringing back intense 1v1 action. For more details, we suggest checking out the (https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2483199295) for the Y9S2 TU1 Warrior's Den Livestream.** **Entering the Age of _Defiance_** Year 9 Season 2 introduces a narrative shift, with the focus moving away from the advancing Khatun forces. Instead, Defiance centers on a pirate---the new hero skin, **Captain Coalheart**---and his crew aboard The Lonecrow. Coalheart sets out to claim a hidden treasure left behind after a violent storm forced the Horkos leader, Vortiger, to abandon his stronghold. The new Free Event Pass, _Crashing Waves_** **_begins June 12th and ends July 3rd. This pass builds on_** this pirate theme and includes cosmetics like **_The Lonecrow's Crew_** battle outfit, the **_Captain's Flag_** mood effect, and the **_Crimson Sea Coin_** ornament. These items immerse players in the maritime tone of the season.** **Cosmetics and Content** Seasonal content arrives in waves. Launching on June 12th, the game will receive a new hero skin, **Captain Coalheart** available for the Pirate Hero, the Y9S2 **Battle Pass** and a **Legacy Pass** return from Y5S2, themed around extreme heat and hallucination. We also looked at the upcoming seasonal weapons. The **Battle Pass** features abyssal-themed cosmetics like the _Abyssal Scourge_ outfit, _Jackdaw's Shanty_ emote, and the _Beggar's Treasure_ execution to only name a few. The Legacy Pass items are equally enticing and will include the _Heavenly Mirage_ and _Shriveling Mirage_ battle outfits, a paired emote (_Head to Head_), and a haunting execution called _Mirage of Encirclement_. And much more! On the fashion side, Viking heroes will receive all-new armor variations, which were shown off in detail. These new looks carry forward the raw, rugged energy of the North. **Converted Map: A New Battlefield** We have reimagined the Canyon battlefield into a converted map, launching alongside the season update. The transformation reflects the ongoing evolution of Heathmoor---war banners signifying the Khatuns' presence. The canyon now hides Vortiger's lost treasure, setting the stage for fierce new encounters in Dominion, Brawl and Duel. **Behind the Visual Curtain: QoL and Graphics Updates** This season introduces technical improvements that enhance _For Honor_'s visual fidelity. A new system called **Skin Sub-Surface Scattering** (SSSS) improves how light interacts with character models, especially visible on exposed skin. Alongside that, **dynamic wind** effects and improved water physics bring more life to environments. These upgrades contribute to a more immersive experience on the battlefield. **Testing Grounds: Defensive Dodge Properties Update** This season's Testing Grounds segment focused on both assassin and non-assassin heroes. Updates included: all side deflects on front dodge for all assassin heroes and stance change in the dodge direction mechanics for all non-assassin heroes. As always, the Testing Grounds invite feedback from the community before any changes are finalized for live play. **Competitive Play Returns: Triple Threat Circuit** The Triple Threat competitive circuit is back with high stakes and new structure. The first two qualifiers kick off on June 21st and 22nd, with points being introduced to determine the best of the best across the season. The tournament follows this format, we start with the 4v4 Dom _[Truncated at 4000 characters — full notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/640187601178859490]_ ### Fight for Glory in Y9S2: Defiance - Date: 2025-06-12 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/542232947047010264 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-542232947047010264 Join the fight in Defiance, a new season packed with fresh features. Dive into the new, limited-time event Crashing Waves, or return to the fan-favorite Hyper Duel. Two events. One goal: fight for glory. ##### NEW PIRATE HERO SKIN: CAPTAIN COALHEART Captain Coalheart is back on the hunt. Scarred by storms and sharpened by survival, this ruthless pirate now sails free in search of a legendary Horkos treasure. Claim his Pirate Hero Skin, Champion Status, and Scavenger Crates in this exclusive offer. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3793350 ##### 100 Tiers of Loot Await Conquer the Y9S2 Battle Pass. Fight your way through 100 tiers of rewards for all 36 Heroes, featuring brutal executions, emotes, legendary. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3793370 ##### Classic Rewards Return Relive the glory of Year 5 Season 2 with the latest Legacy Pass: packed with classic Executions, weapon sets, outfits, and more. Only available during Y9S2. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3793410 ### New Hero Skin: The Warrior Prince - Date: 2025-04-29 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/542229787451588627 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-542229787451588627 ##### NEW HERO SKIN: THE WARRIOR PRINCE He once shaped the fate of an entire civilization in the fabled era of 2004. Now as the Sands of Time spread across Heathmoor, the blade-wielding, time-hopping Prince from the Prince of Persia: Warrior Within is back as the newest Hero Skin for Aramusha. Become destiny before it vanishes forever. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3642940/The_Warrior_Prince__Aramusha_Hero_Skin__FOR_HONOR/ ##### NEW BATTLE PASS There are 100 tiers of rewards in the latest Battle Pass. Any one of them can help you win this conflict. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3534420 ##### GET YOUR LEGACY PASS Get the lastest Year 5 Season 1 Legacy Pass! Players have until the end of the season to earn classic rewards for all heroes, including our newest additions. New buyers can start the pass from the beginning while previous owners keep their progression. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3534440 ### PATCH NOTES 2.59.0 – FOR HONOR - Date: 2025-04-24 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/542229787451588841 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-542229787451588841 **IMPROVEMENT** **Menus - Heros page** - It's now possible to change the loadout preview directly from the character selection and Character customization screen by using RB/LB/Q/E buttons or the mouse (with added input button). - A new option was added in the Filters page in the barracks, to allow you to switch between "Match All" and "Match Any", regarding the filter options. **BALANCING CHANGES** **Varangian Guard** - Light Openers & Finishers are no longer enhanced. Developer's Comments: The risk/reward for Varangian Guard's Light attacks was too skewed in their favor. We are removing the Enhanced properties to tone down the pressure while keeping the defensive aspects intact, as these are core to the character's identity. **Nobushi** - Side Dodge, Cobra Strike & Sidewinder Form have increased sideways movement. - Kick has increased forward movement. Developer's Comments: Nobushi has many opportunities to perform dodges & dodge attacks, but they suffer from low lateral movement. This patch is a first step to making the character feel more fluid, with more side movement on Side Dodge, Cobra Strike & Sidewinder Form. Additionnaly, we're increase the forward movement of Kick to help it reach opponents further away, especially after entering Hidden Stance. **Warmonger** - Light Openers are no longer enhanced. - Viscious Impale's distance travelled has been reduced to 6.5m (from 8m) Developer's Comments: Warmonger is performing too well in all contexts. We're looking to tone down their power in duels and teamfights slightly. By removing the enhanced property on opener lights, Warmongers will have to work a little bit hard to reach their chain pressure. On a similar note, Warmonger can often deal a lot of damage on even Heavy parries. We want to mitigate this by reducing the distance covered with a successful Vicious Impale, so the wall splat doesn't occur as often. We will continue to monitor this to see if further changes are needed. **Khatun** - Attack trajectories for Angry Storm & Ultimate Authority have been adjusted to better match weapon visuals. Developer's Comments: Khatun's trajectories for Angry Storm and Ultimate Authority were slightly under tuned, causing frustration as players would expect hits to occur. We've polished and improved the weapon trajectories to better match the attack animation. Overall, these are now slightly bigger and covers a wider angle. **BUG FIXES FIGHTERS** **Khatun** [Bug Fix] Fixed an issue where the Draconite Abomination effect doesn't work on Khatun's executions. **Sohei** [Bug Fix] Fixed an issue where the embossing doesn't cover entirely Shoei's left arm shoulder pad. **Conqueror** [Bug Fix] Fixed an issue where Conqueror's Dominatus Chest has golden embossing obscured. **Aramusha** [Bug Fix] Fixed an issue that caused Aramusha not to have any defense when changing guard after performing Blade Blockade. **AUDIO** - [Bug Fix] Fixed an issue where Shugoki's Demon's Embrace doesn't play his scream voice line after a kill. - [Bug Fix] Fixed an issue where Sohei has low volume or no voice lines at respawn. ### Warrior’s Den Recap – Y9S1 TU2 - Date: 2025-04-24 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/542229787451588835 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-542229787451588835 The battlefield is roaring as **Y9S1 TU2** brings a wave of content inspired by Prince of Persia, revealed in today's Warrior's Den. From new Hero Skin to the return of a fan-favorite event, We have packed this Title Update with style, strategy, and surprises. Here's everything you need to know from the show but for more details, we suggest checking out the (https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2440580217?t=0h10m1s) for Y9S1 TU2 Warrior's Den Livestream. **A New Hero Skin Joins the Fray** Headlining the update is a brand-new Hero Skin for the Aramusha, The Warrior Prince, inspired by the prince in The Warrior Within. In a dedicated Hero Skin Deep Dive, we showcased the design, storytelling, and inspiration behind this latest look. This skin is available on April 24th. **A Beloved Event Returns** You asked, and it's back---one of For Honor's most beloved Prince of Persia event Blades of Persia makes a triumphant return! The Event Blades of Persia will be available from April 24th to May 15th! Be sure to participate for the duration of the event to fight during the Chapter 1 - Ruler of Time Game mode starting from May 24th to May 1st, followed by the Chapter 2 available only from May 1st until the end of the event on May 15th. Whether you're a longtime veteran or new to the fray, this event offers a nostalgic blast from the past. Expect themed rewards, new and old from our returning free event pass, explosive gameplay modifiers, and all the energy that made this event a classic. **Behind the Scenes: Animation Deep Dive** Another exciting segment of the show was the Event Animation Deep Dive, where we pulled back the curtain on how the updated event visuals were crafted. From signature to Executions, we revealed the creative process that breathes life into the battlefield. **Three Hero Fests Incoming** That's not all---three Hero Fests are lined up, bringing focused celebrations and weeklong opportunities for specific heroes! Hero Fest are: - Nuxia (May 15th to 22nd) - Warmonger (May 22nd to 29th) - Pirate (June 5th to 12th) It's the perfect time to try someone new or revisit an old favorite. **Patch Notes Breakdown** No Title Update is complete without a round of balance changes and hero updates. In the Patch Notes segment, we went through key adjustments across several heroes. The full details are available in the official [patch notes article](https://www.ubisoft.com/en-us/game/for-honor/news-updates/6oSdy3K4xOjTuIGBKm94d4/patch-notes-2590-for-honor). **Competitive Circuit Update** For the fighters hungry for glory, the Competitive Circuit is heating up! We gave a sneak peek at what's next for For Honor's tournament scene. Expect competition, new community opportunities, and upcoming events where the best of the best will clash steel for honor and bragging rights. Whether you're a competitor or a spectator, now's the time to tune in. [Sign-ups are open for the 4v4 tournament](https://battlefy.com/for-honor-official-tournaments), which will follow a similar format to Friend or Foe. After the 4v4 tournament, there will be a 2v2 tournament in Season 3, and the final tournament of the year in Season 4 will be a 1v1. This year's circuit will implement circuit points weighed around individual performance to minimize ties. Points will increase as the circuit progresses, rewarding individuals based on their final standings. The total prize pool across the three tournaments is $18,500 USD! **Final Thoughts** Y9S1 TU2 is shaping up to be a perfect blend of legacy and innovation. With a new cross-brand Hero Skin, the revival of a fan-favorite event, and balance changes. There will also be a throwback game mode: Chimera Banquet from May 29th to June 5th. This update keeps the battlefield fresh and fierce. Whether you're here for the lore, the fashion, or the fight---there's never been a better time to jump back into For Honor. As a friendly reminder, we encourage you to check out the (https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2440580217?t=0h1 _[Truncated at 4000 characters — full notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/542229787451588835]_ ### Year 9 Season 1: Theaters of War - Date: 2025-03-13 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/542224706816704632 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-542224706816704632 ##### YEAR 9 SEASON 1: THEATERS OF WAR Everything seemed hopeless. Then the fallen Queen Astrea crossed paths with a legendary gladiator. Now they're not only ready to survive the arena, they're ready to take on Guljin and end her reign. [ARE YOU NOT ENTERTAINED?](https://forhonorgame.com/y9s1-news) ##### NEW HERO SKIN: QUEEN KALLIOPI All that have challenged this legendary gladiator have fallen. The next opponent harder and bloodier than the last. She was once a queen of her own tribe, now she is the Queen of the arena. Become Queen Kalliopi and win the crowd. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3534380 ##### NEW BATTLE PASS There are 100 tiers of rewards in the latest Battle Pass. Any one of them can help you win this conflict. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3534420 ### PATCH NOTES 2.58.0 - Date: 2025-03-13 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/604150552688853596 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-604150552688853596 **KNOWN ISSUES PC ONLY** - In certain cases, Ubisoft Connect overlay can wrongly interact with 3rd party software installed on the PC and crash the game at launch. **Workaround**: If it happens, players must deactivate the Ubisoft Connect Overlay feature in the Ubisoft Connect Settings **IMPROVEMENT** **INTERFACE AND MENU CHANGES** - New Menu Rework - Add More Customization Loadouts - Equip for All for MoodFX - Smart Eco Mode have been set by default on all consoles (Eco mode is activated only when IDLE in game) - Body part material customization - Default graphic option is set to Performance by default on all consoles **BALANCING CHANGES** **Aramusha** - Adjusted all attack trajectories to better match the weapon visuals and animations - Ring The Bell attack range has been increased. - Heavy Finishers are now Unblockable. - Zone Attack's second hit can be soft feinted into Light Attack in another direction. - The following attacks now have increased forward movement: - Chain Lights - Heavy Openers - Heavy Finishers Dev comment: Aramusha has been trailing a bit in effectiveness over time. The hero's rework helped in the past, but as other heroes have been adjusted Aramusha's own strengths have become less prevalent. To adjust this, we've made it so that any move that can access Deadly Feints is now Unblockable; this should help give the hero more pressure in many situations, and forces more of a reaction from opponents We've also done a Quality of Life pass on the hero's weapon trajectories as well as forward movement values to ensure they remain competitive. **Sohei** - Light Openers can now chain to Heavy Soul Attacks - Heavy Openers can now chain to Light Soul Attacks - Mad Monk Opener can now chain to Mad Monk Extender - Chain link timing from Mad Monk Attacks to Heavy Finishers is now 266 ms (down from 300ms) - Mad Monk Opener guardbreak Vulnerability is now 433ms (up from 100ms) Dev comment: Sohei's limitations were intended to be part of how the hero plays, but after the meta settled it is now clear that some of these limitations were affecting the hero's viability too much. We've decided to remove chain limitations on Sohei, as well as allow Mad Monk Opener to chain into the Extender version, to give Sohei more versatility in how they gain their Souls. In addition, Mad Monk Opener no longer needs the low guardbreak Vulnerability window, and we have reverted the change. Finally, we've also adjusted frame advantage from Mad Monk attacks to Heavy Soul Attacks to ensure that players can no longer land Light attacks on the same frame as the Soul attack lands, stopping Sohei's momentum. We're keeping an eye on the hero to see if further changes are needed, and will adjust as necessary. **Pirate** - Pirate can no longer cancel Grand Cavelier's Recovery with a Dodge Dev comment: We removed the Enhanced ability on Orochi and Berserker's Side Dodge attacks to lower the incidence of using these attacks combined with Dodge Recovery Cancels to reduce their safety in group fights. As Pirate's dodge attacks are Heavy attacks, it feels much less natural to remove their Enhanced property as it is the default property of Heavy attacks. On top of this, moving their input to Light attacks negatively impacts the hero's moveset as they should no longer chain to Gun Shots. To that effect, we're removing the hero's ability to Dodge Recovery Cancel from Grand Cavalier altogether, on hit/block and miss. This should lower the hero's elusiveness in group fights and make them fairer to fight in these situations. **BUG FIXES** **FIGHTERS Khatun** - [Bug Fix] Fixed an issue that allowed players to target swap during Rising Rage's strike - [Bug Fix] Fixed an issue where Khatun is invulnerable to guardbreak in the first 100ms of their Sprint attack's second strike - [Bug Fix] Fixed an issue where Khatun Sobbing Uncontrollably Emote is 7000 steel instead of 5000. - [Bug Fix] Fixed an issue _[Truncated at 4000 characters — full notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/604150552688853596]_ ### Patch Notes 2.57.0 - Date: 2025-01-24 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/517451737842320251 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-517451737842320251 **IMPROVEMENT BALANCING CHANGES GB Vulnerability Adjustment** - The Front Dodge Heavy attack Guardbreak Vulnerability for the following heroes has been lowered to 100ms (down from 433ms): - Aramusha - Berserker - Highlander - Shinobi - Tiandi Dev comment: Many heroes have a Front Dodge Heavy attack that has 100ms of Guardbreak Vulnerability. This lets them beat Guardbreak attempts in multiple situations, but this did not apply to the listed heroes; we've therefore adjusted their Guardbreak Vulnerability to give them both more consistency with other heroes but also as a buff to these attacks. **Raider** - Top Chained Heavy now deals 29 damage (up from 28) - Side Chained Heavy now deals 27 damage (up from 26) - Raider's Fury now deals 30 damage (up from 28) - Top Heavy Finisher now deals 32 damage (up from 30) - Side Heavy Finishers now deal 30 damage (up from 28) Dev comment: We previously lowered Raider's damage as the hero's curve was too high. After the dust has settled, Raider has been underperforming, so we're raising the damage the hero causes with some of his attacks to make Raider more competitive. **Varangian Guard** - Chain Link timing from blocked Dodge Attacks and Hjaldr Oathkeeper to Light Finishers is now 300ms (up from 200ms) Dev comment: Varangian Guard's dodge attacks as well as Hjaldr Oathkeeper made the following Light finisher undodgeable when blocked, and so we're increasing the Chain Link timing to lower their reward. **Black Prior** - Tenebris Trust now has a Superior Block window of 200ms (down from 300ms), from 100ms to 300ms into the attack (from 100ms to 400ms) Dev comment: We're reducing the Superior Block window for Tenebris Trust so that it correctly matches other Superior Block windows at 200ms. **Afeera** - Removed "Unlock Tech" that allowed Afeera to perform Astro Flip in incorrect directions when unlocking after attacks Dev comment: While we made changes to Afeera in the last patch, there still remained situations where players could still perform the bug. We've applied a second fix to fully remove Afeera's ability to Astro Flip in incorrect directions. **BUG FIXES GENERAL** - [Bug Fix] Fixed an issue where the players contacts are offset during the Respectful Kill Execution - [Bug Fix] Fixed an issue where the fire texture in the Shard Defender spawn is offset - [Bug Fix] Fixed an issue where the commands aren't displayed when a player is dead and spectate a teammate at ballista ### Recap: Y8S4 TU2 Warrior’s Den – The Serpent Sword - Date: 2025-01-24 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/517451737842320249 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-517451737842320249 **Welcome to the grand finale of Year 8 in** _For Honor_! **This update closes our year with a bang and delivers a packed update with a rich new story, a new Mongol hero and seasonal content to keep Warriors engaged for this last stretch of Year 8, driving us to... A CONFIRMED YEAR 9!** For more in-depth discussions, please check out the Warrior's Den Y8S4 TU2 VOD: [https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2360525537](https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2360525537) **Here's your comprehensive guide to everything revealed in the Warrior's Den show:** **The Highlights** - New Hero: Joining the Outlander is our new Mongol hero, Guljin. A fierce Khatun ready to unite Heathmoor under her empire and bring her vision of peace at any cost. - Free Event: Khatun's Peace, available to play from January 23rd to February 13th - Year 9: It's official! A new year of content is coming to For Honor, themed Theatres of War. **Seasonal Roadmap** **TU2:** - Free Event Pass: January 23rd - New Hero: January 23rd - Additional Hero Fests (Feb 13, Feb 27, March 6) - Throwback Event: Battle of the Eclipse February 20th **The Rise of Guljin** For Honor is closing it's eight year with a new hero and a thrilling twist! At the beginning of the season, General Zhi, a cunning Wu-Lin general, offered Astrea the Starfall sword under the guise of forging an alliance. Astrea, ever suspicious, accepted the gift but brought her entire army as a precaution. Unbeknownst to her, General Zhi was secretly allied with Guljin, a powerful Mongol Khatun. In a devastating ambush, Guljin's forces overwhelmed Astrea's larger army, leaving Heathmoor under Guljin's control and her twisted vision of peace. **New Hero : Khatun** The highlight of the season is the new hero: Guljin, The Khatun. She unified the Mongol tribes into a formidable force. Once dismissed as barbarians, they now command global attention. The Khatuns are brutal assassins, using fear as their primary weapon. Guljin's vision is a peaceful Heathmoor, united under her empire, free from petty wars. She expects her opponents to cower behind their walls until they surrender. To make sure they do, she rewards enemy cowardice while destroying all opposition with spectacular shows of strength. This title update will also feature a free Event Pass Khatun's Peace, available to play from January 23rd to February 13th - coming with great rewards: - Battle Outfit: Wandering Horde - Ornament: Majestic Wanderer - Mood Effect: Eternal Wanderer - Weapons: Sneak Peek Images **Throwback event: Battle of The Eclipse** This title update will also see the return of Battle of the Eclipse from Year 4, Season 4. Brace yourself for this epic return! **Hero Fests** Hero Fests will keep the action going, featuring: - Orochi: February 13th - Pirate: February 27th - Gryphon: March 6th **Year 8 Music Album** The renowned music composer appeared on Warrior's Den to discuss the captivating music of Year 8, sharing insights into the creative process and the inspiration behind the compositions. You can enjoy the entire album by listening to it here, immersing yourself in the rich and diverse musical journey it offers: [https://ubisoftmusic.ffm.to/forhonorforgedinwarost](https://ubisoftmusic.ffm.to/forhonorforgedinwarost) **Patch Notes** In this Warrior's Den, we went over some of the changes that are going live at the launch of Y8S4 TU2: - Balance Changes: Several heroes have received balance updates to ensure fairer and more competitive gameplay. - Bug Fixes: Numerous bug fixes were addressed, targeting both minor and major issues that have been affecting gameplay. For a more detailed breakdown of the patch notes, we suggest you watch the patch notes segment of the show in the (https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2360525537?t=2h8m2s). An article for the Patch Notes will be available on January 24th. **Ready to meet our newest hero? Prepare your gear, rally your allies, and join the battle starting January 23rd! Let _[Truncated at 4000 characters — full notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/517451737842320249]_ ### New Hero: Khatun is Available Now! - Date: 2025-01-23 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/517450468746592889 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-517450468746592889 ##### KHATUN UNLEASHED Slay the Horkos with the savage power of Khatun and her deadly Turco-Mongol sabers. ##### GET THE NEW BATTLE PASS There are 100 tiers of rewards in the latest Battle Pass. Any one of them can help you win this conflict. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3340550/For_Honor__Y8S4_Battle_Pass/ ### Patch Notes 2.56.1 - FOR HONOR - Date: 2025-01-03 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/517450015602377156 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-517450015602377156 Patch Notes 2.56.1 - FOR HONOR December 5, 2024 **IMPROVEMENT FIGHTERS BALANCING CHANGES** Warden Feat rework - Body Count has been replaced by Death Toll - Death Toll: Killing Soldiers and Pikemen now grants you 3 Health and 3 Stamina - Fiat Lux has been replaced by Enfeeble - Enfeeble: Hitting an opponent with Shoulder Bash reduces their damage by 10% for 10 seconds - Takedown has been replaced by Total Recovery - Total Recovery: Whenever you revive an ally, they return at full Health instead of Half Health - Catapult has been replaced by Trebuchet - Trebuchet: Call a quick Trebuchet strike to deal 70 damage over an area. There is no fall off damage within the affected area. The damage is dealt 1 second after the Feat is used. - Cooldown: 180 seconds. **Dev comments**: We've reintegrated Warden's Feat Testing grounds into the game. The feats remain mostly unchanged from the Testing Grounds except for Takedown which now reduces Attack Damage by 10% instead of 20%. **Sohei** - Heavy Opener Attacks now gain Uninterruptible Stance at 400ms during the attack - Mad Monk now gains Uninterruptible Stance at 400ms during the attack - Soul Attacks now have more forward movement and rotation speed - Sohei now gains Souls when a Soul Attack trades on the same frame as an opponent's attack - Sohei can no longer gain Souls on a successful Bulwark Counter from Black Prior **Dev comments**: Sohei's attacks are slow on purpose; the hero is the largest hero we've built, and considering both Guardbreak and Parry chain to the Soul Attacks it is fine that the Heavy Openers are slow. However, this comes at a cost where the attacks are more difficult to use than intended. We've thus given them and Mad Monk Uninterruptible Stance to help them trade and lead to Sohei's Soul Attacks in an easier fashion. We are looking at the hero's performance further and will adjust more if necessary. **Lawbringer** - **NEW MOVE**: Precise Jurisdiction - Performed after a Front Dodge by pressing Light Attack - Can be performed in all three stances - **NEW MOVE**: Final Jurisdiction - Performed after a Front Dodge by pressing Heavy Attack - Can be performed in all three stances - Top Heavy Opener now deals 25 damage (up from 23) - Side Heavy Openers now deal 22 damage (up from 20) **Dev comments**: Lawbringer needs a way to catch opponents that are running away reliably, but has a unique aspect in his moveset where the hero can perform his Opener Light and Heavy attacks during his Front Dodge, creating unique mixup opportunities with his Front Dodge Shove. We did not want to remove that unique factor from Lawbringer while also giving him a way to chase opponents, and thus we created two new moves, which keep the functionality of the Opener attacks during the Front Dodge but with more forward movement to get up close to opponents. We also adjusted Lawbringer's Top and Side Heavy openers to deal 2 extra damage, which should help in situations where Lawbringer gets wall staggers and performs these attacks. **Nuxia** - _Reworked Zone Attack_ - Attack is now a 2-hit Attack - The first hit is a 500ms attack that deals 11 damage - The second hit is a 800ms attack that deals 24 damage - The second hit can be feinted and can also be soft feinted into Traps **Dev comments**: Nuxia's Zone Attack is a potent mixup with high damage potential, but is difficult to use, especially when outnumbered, due to its slow speed. With this new change, she should have an easier time hitting multiple opponents, and should have an easier time leading to Traps. **Hitokiri** - Now has 125HP (down from 140HP) - Now has 120 Stamina (down from 130 Stamina) - Rei Kick and Rei Sweep no longer drain Stamina - Endless Myriad now has less forward movement **Dev comments**: Hitokiri is still overperforming after the Trajectory changes, and so we're targeting some aspects of the hero to make them perform a bit less. We've lowered the _[Truncated at 4000 characters — full notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/517450015602377156]_ ### Year 8 Season 4: The Serpent Sword - Date: 2024-12-05 - Original notes: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/304390/view/4486243835316274524 - Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/for-honor/releases/steam-4486243835316274524 ##### YEAR 8 SEASON 4: THE SERPENT SWORD It started with Wu Lin leader General Zhi pledging allegiance to Astrea and presenting her with the Starfall Sword. Hours later, all hell is about to break loose between the two armies on site. [Discover now](forhonorgame.com/serpent-sword style=button) ##### NEW HERO SKIN: GENERAL ZHI Bearing the legendary Starfall Sword, General Zhi apparently came to forge an alliance. But there was only one thing on his mind: the complete and total annihilation of every Horkos in attendance. Get ready to become the ruthless and calculating leader of the Wu Lin Empire. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3340610 ##### GET THE NEW BATTLE PASS There are 100 tiers of rewards in the latest Battle Pass. Any one of them can help you win this conflict. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3340550