HUGE PATCH INFO DROPPED TODAY! | Raid: Shadow Legends

Hell Hades introduces a significant update for Raid: Shadow Legends, highlighting key announcements from an interview between Nub Raids and Banana Jam from the Plarium team. This discussion, which will also have a part two on Boozor's channel, covers about 20 questions addressing both short-term and longer-term developments for the game. This summary provides key insights from the hour-long interview, focusing on the most impactful changes and revelations.

The interview delves into various aspects of the game's future, including potential permanent features, updates to existing content, and future monetization strategies. Hell Hades aims to distill the most relevant information for players, ranging from highly anticipated changes to those that might disappoint the community. The full Nub Raids video is available for those seeking a comprehensive understanding.

One of the most welcomed announcements is the likely permanent implementation of the x2 chance for minotaur scrolls, which has been under testing for several weeks. This feature has received positive community feedback, indicating that Plarium is responsive to player needs and uses testing phases to gauge interest before full release. This decision reflects a positive trend of integrating beneficial temporary events into the core game experience.

Another significant positive development is the commitment to 100% free gear removals, a feature long requested by the community. Plarium has been testing this in various capacities and has recognized its necessity, especially for newer players who struggle with the game's complex gear system. This change is crucial for improving the overall player experience and aligns Raid: Shadow Legends with modern mobile game practices where such features are common.

A notable disappointment for many players, including Hell Hades, is Plarium's decision to consider Doom Tower content as 'done.' This means no new bosses or rotations are planned for the foreseeable future. Despite its popularity and thoughtful design, Doom Tower will remain static, with the focus shifting to new content rather than expanding existing successful features. This decision highlights a difference in perspective between the developers and some parts of the player base regarding content evolution.

Hell Hades believes Doom Tower is the best content Raid has ever released, praising its unique mechanics, different bosses, and secret rooms for earning champion fragments. He contrasts it with newer content like the Cursed City, which he feels doesn't measure up. The current state leaves Doom Tower as 'dead content' for veteran players who have completed it, as there's no new challenge, and its gear sets are being outscaled by newer, more powerful options, making continued farming less appealing.

I honestly think Doom Tower is the best piece of content Raid has ever released. I honestly think it's the best thing.

On a more positive note, Plarium intends to make Live Arena available 24/7, addressing current frustrations with limited activity windows. While the exact patch date is unknown, this change is expected to significantly improve accessibility and engagement for players across all time zones. This shift should allow more consistent participation and foster a more dynamic competitive environment.

Looking further ahead, Plarium has plans for 'friendly battles' in the arena, potentially allowing players to face off against friends or clan mates by 2026. While details are scarce, this feature is anticipated to offer a refreshing new way to engage with the game's combat system outside of competitive ladders, promoting community interaction and casual play.

A major concern raised is Plarium's unwillingness to increase the frequency of hero rebalances. Currently, only one or two champions are rebalanced per month, despite the game nearing a thousand champions. This slow pace means many older Epic and Legendary champions remain unviable, leading to a significant imbalance in the meta. Hell Hades argues that increasing the rebalance rate to include more champions, especially Epics, would greatly benefit game diversity and player engagement.

Plarium has confirmed there are no plans for Void Mythical champions in the near future or for 2026. This strategic decision aims to extend the game's longevity, as new content like Mythical champions significantly contributes to profitability by offering higher price points and requiring more resources. While this helps the game's financial health, it also widens the gap between free-to-play/low-spending players and high spenders, raising concerns about accessibility and fairness in the long run.

I don't know, it's had the negative side to it is that you know the price point is that much higher, the accessibility of them that that much lower that you know really does gulf the difference between you know the low spender or the or the freeto play versus the the high spender.

Finally, an exciting revelation is the upcoming introduction of a new faction. For years, players have speculated about a hidden faction slot, with flags like the Silan Watchers and Magi (mage-style) previously teased. However, Banana Jam clarified that the new faction will be inspired by Greek mythology, featuring Greek gods and warriors. This fresh theme promises to bring a unique aesthetic and new champions to the game, potentially revitalizing player interest.

Visuals for the new Greek-themed faction are expected to be revealed in Boozor's video, hinting that this major patch might arrive sooner than anticipated, possibly by the end of summer. The release of a completely new faction, complete with a roster of new champions, is a significant content drop that will undoubtedly create excitement and new strategic possibilities within the game.