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Kaneki's new nerfs: what players need to know

Kaneki Faces Major Nerfs | Players Weigh In on Balance Changes

By

Jessica Chen

May 8, 2025, 11:07 PM

Edited By

Emma Collins

Updated

May 9, 2025, 02:59 AM

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Kaneki engages in a battle scene showcasing his new nerfs and altered abilities

The recent changes to Kaneki have stirred up significant debate among players. Following the latest update, gamers are sharing strong reactions. Some indicate that the adjustments may have made the killer drastically weaker, with concerns growing over balance and fairness.

Overview of Current Changes

In the latest update, Kaneki's pallet-breaching abilities have been adjusted. Key changes include an extended cooldown when breaking pallets and a reduction in the slowing effect during vaults. These modifications have led to conversations across user boards about how they alter gameplay dynamics.

Mixed Reactions from the Community

Reactions have been polarized on forums, with many players voicing frustrations. "Unnecessary nerf I have seen survivor mains still screaming to gut him," mentioned a concerned player. Others argue that pre-dropping pallets makes the nerfs less impactful, stating, "If people try to play loops then the change is barely noticeable."

Additionally, some players specifically criticized the mechanics:

  • Pallet break changes: Adjustments mean breaking pallets now contributes to longer cooldowns. Players see this as an excessive penalty that no other killer seems to face.

  • Vault speed issues: There are continuous calls for adjustments to Kaneki's vault speed, which many feel haven't been sufficiently addressed.

On the flip side, there are voices highlighting that these nerfs were necessary to restore balance. One player remarked, "Nerfs were needed; survivors can actually be rewarded a little more distance if they manage to get you to break a pallet."

Key Takeaways

  • โ—‡ Increased cooldown for breaking pallets creates more vulnerabilities for Kaneki.

  • โš ๏ธ Many feel Kaneki is drastically weaker against specific survivor strategies.

  • ๐ŸŒŸ "Survivors need to learn how to counter him!"

Looking Forward

As players adjust to Kanekiโ€™s nerfs, strategies will evolve within the community. Experts estimate that a majority of players might refine their playstyle to adapt, which may lead to innovative tactics in future matches. This ongoing discussion will likely influence balance decisions as the competitive landscape develops further.