The development team has officially deployed a no-downtime update for the PC version of the game, focusing exclusively on refining the combat performance of Ma Chao. This update, which went live on November 4, 2026, at 19:00 Beijing Time (UTC+8), introduces specific mechanical shifts designed to improve the character's defensive resilience and offensive utility. To ensure these changes are correctly applied to your local game files, you must restart your game client immediately.
Defensive and Survivability Enhancements
The primary focus of this update is to increase Ma Chao's durability during high-intensity combat encounters. The developers have adjusted the 80% Resonance invincibility window, extending its duration to 3 seconds. This change provides a more generous window for players to mitigate incoming damage. Furthermore, the character's damage reduction mechanics have been overhauled to provide better protection. The damage reduction per layer has been doubled, moving from 2% to 4%. These adjustments effectively increase the character's tankiness, allowing for more sustained presence on the battlefield.
Offensive Utility and Crowd Control Adjustments
Beyond defensive buffs, the update introduces significant improvements to the Martial Soul Awakening Skill. These changes affect both mounted and dismounted combat states, ensuring that Ma Chao remains a threat regardless of his current positioning. The mounted version of the skill now grants two layers of the state per hit, which accelerates the accumulation of combat bonuses. Additionally, the knock-up effects have been refined to provide more consistent crowd control. The mounted skill features an enhanced knock-up effect, while the dismounted version now utilizes a two-stage knock-up effect to disrupt enemy movements more effectively.
Summary of Combat Adjustments
| Feature | Adjustment |
|---|---|
| 80% Resonance Invincibility | Increased to 3 seconds |
| Damage Reduction per Layer | Increased from 2% to 4% |
| Mounted Skill State Accumulation | 2 layers per hit |
| Mounted Skill Knock-up | Enhanced effect |
| Dismounted Skill Knock-up | Two-stage effect |
These adjustments are intended to make Ma Chao a more viable choice for players who prioritize both survivability and crowd control. By doubling the damage reduction per layer and providing more reliable knock-up mechanics, the developers have addressed key areas of the character's kit that previously lacked impact. Players should verify their game version after the restart to confirm that these balance changes are active. The update is currently live for all PC users, and no further action is required beyond the standard client restart to integrate these modifications into your current gameplay session.