If you’ve been grinding in Blue Lock: Rivals, it’s time to hit pause and check out what just landed. The latest update is packed—and we mean packed—with content. We’re talking a full-on Hiori rework, a sleek new lobby and showroom setup, and a massive round of character balance changes. Whether you’re here for the visual flair or the gameplay depth, this patch has something for everyone.
Let’s talk Hiori first. This update completely redefines how Hiori plays. His base skills now include a Laser pass (C key) that automatically targets your teammate—with fresh VFX, clean new animations, and even a Blizzard effect that hits opponents. Double-tapping C triggers a reworked Haze Skill, now a clever fake feint that brings the ball right back to you. It’s all about slick plays and mind games.
Oh, and it doesn’t stop there. His Frostbite (V key) creates an icy domain that freezes and slows enemies around him—super useful in tight matches. And there’s Ice Shot, a new secondary V-key shooting skill tailored for Hiori mains.
The Awakening sequence also got a total glow-up. Expect cinematic cutscenes, polished animations, new sound effects—the works. It’s got that “okay, this is epic” energy when it kicks in mid-match.
Meanwhile, over in the lobby and showroom, things are looking a lot cleaner. The UI feels smoother, and there’s a new NPC you can talk to for limited items—finally, a little more personality in the waiting room.
Big fan of balance updates? Here’s a quick hit list of what’s changed:
- Nel Rin’s Destroyer’s Domain got a nerf—less range, and now there’s a delay on the steal.
- Kunigami’s Body Block has a shorter range and softer knockback.
- Kaiser sees both buffs (Impact speed up) and nerfs (Volley range down).
- Chigiri’s Speedster? Slightly slower.
- Gagamaru, though, finally got some love—buffed Diving Header and Scorpion.
- Bachira, Nagi, Aiku, and others all have adjustments too, making matches feel more balanced across the board.
And let’s not ignore the little things. Even moves like Crow Theft, Zombie Dash, and Bee Freestyle got tuned up or down. The devs clearly went all-in this time around.
Also, quick reminder—there are in-game codes available, so don’t miss your freebies.
So, what do you think about the new Hiori meta? Are the balance changes a W or a nerf too far? Let’s talk strategy and drop your takes in the comments—maybe even cook up a full Hiori guide together.
