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Multiversus: Iron Giant Nerfed in Shocking 1.01 Update

Jun 06, 2024 7:10 PM

Developer Player First Games has rolled out MultiVersus patch 1.01, addressing various balancing issues and performance problems. A significant update focuses on nerfing the Iron Giant, who had been temporarily removed from gameplay due to being overpowered. The detailed patch notes highlight changes such as reducing the hitbox of his Ground Side Attack and decreasing damage in his Rage Mode Up Special. Alongside this, other fixes improve performance on Xbox Series X/S and resolve input conflicts in matches. Players can look forward to additional improvements in future updates.

What changes have been made to Iron Giant in MultiVersus patch 1.01?

The Iron Giant in MultiVersus patch 1.01 has undergone several nerfs to balance gameplay. His Ground Side Attack hitbox is now smaller, and the Rage Mode Up Special's final hit damage is decreased from 6 to 5. These changes are aimed at preventing infinite attack chains.

MultiVersus, a popular free-to-play fighting game, was fully released in May 2023 after extensive beta testing. The game, featuring characters from various franchises, has received praise for its engaging gameplay and continual updates. The developers remain committed to balancing characters and improving the player experience.



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N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-06-06 19:54:03
Looks like Player First Games is seriously committed to keeping MultiVersus balanced and fun Happy to see the Iron Giant nerfs and other tweaks - it's always good when devs listen to the community feedback and make timely adjustments.
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-06-06 19:42:03
It's great to see Player First Games addressing balance issues in MultiVersus, especially with the Iron Giant's nerfs—those infinite attack chains were getting a bit out of hand. The performance fixes for Xbox Series XS show they're committed to smoothing out player experiences across all platforms.
Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2024-06-06 19:36:04
It's awesome to see Player First Games keeping a close eye on balance in MultiVersus, especially with the much-needed nerfs to the Iron Giant. Hopefully, these changes enhance the overall experience while keeping the game fun and competitive for everyone.
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