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Smite 2 Releases New Update for January 2025

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January 21, 2025

Christoph Rediske

Summary

Smite 2 releases a hotfix update addressing issues with Gods like Agni and Cabrakan.
The update also fixed Base Teleporters to allow players to use Basic Attacks, and changed the Bumbas Golden Dagger to no longer deal damage to Minions.
Smite 2 became free-to-play during the open beta for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Steam Deck, which also saw the return of 3v3 Joust mode.

Developer Titan Forge Games has released a brand-new hotfix update for the action MOBA Smite 2, offering a long list of fixes for a wide array of Gods. Smite 2 is powered by Unreal Engine 5 and exists as the sequel to the iconic 2014 title. The game mixes high-octane action, demanding challenges, and ability-focused combat with intriguing mythology, and players have the Founder’s, Deluxe Founder’s, and Ultimate Founder’s Editions to choose from.

During its alpha phase, Smite 2 received a November 2024 update, which included bug fixes spanning several Gods and improved stealth materials that were not appearing. The hotfix was released after a larger patch for the game was deployed at the start of the month, featuring a new Auto Build for the UI and changes to the God page. The MOBA’s recent update continues to evolve God gameplay and the community has been very receptive to the changes.

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Posted by Smite Release Manager Kabir Barry on social media, a long list of Smite 2 hotfix updates for January 21, 2025 was shared with the community. The update addressed issues concerning Agni’s Notorious Fumes, Cabrakan’s Refraction Shield, Zeus’ Chain Lighting, and more. Basic Teleporters were also improved, allowing players to use Basic Attacks while teleporting, and the Bumbas Golden Dagger Item no longer deals area of effect damage to Minions thanks to the fix. Smite 2 is one of the best games to play if Marvel Rivals tickles your fancy, as the NetEase Games hero shooter has taken the comic-book community by storm and gamers want more of this ilk.

Smite 2 Receives January 2025 Hotfix Improving Several Gods

Base Teleporters
Agni
Aladdin
Cabrakan
- Refraction Shield
- Tectonic Shift
Jing Wei
Mordred
Yemoja
- Bouncing Bubble
- River’s Rebuke
Zeus
Bumbas Golden Dagger

Following in Marvel Rivals‘ footsteps, Smite 2 recently changed to a seasonal system, with themed collections mirroring the 6v6 PvP and the highly successful shooter from Arrowhead Game Studios Helldivers 2. However, the new enhancements to Smite 2‘s Gods were welcome additions in the community’s eyes. Additionally, one fan wished there were Aladdin nerfs included in the update, but admitted the live fixes were a good start, and another player didn’t mind the idea of Agni’s fixed Path of Flames being reverted because it sounded fun.

Smite 2 became a free-to-play title this year, during the open beta for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Steam Deck, in tandem with a patch that introduced Aladdin as a new God alongside additional content. The open beta also saw the popular 3v3 Joust mode return, a brand new Arthurian-themed map, and the developer promised a string of fresh content arriving in 2025.

Fight as a God

Choose your God from across mythology and wield unique godly abilities. Hurl bolts of lightning as Zeus, master the arcane powers of death as Anubis, or backstab your foes as Loki.

The Third-Person Action MOBA

No other game offers combat that feels like your favorite hero shooter, crossed with the deep strategy you can only find in a 5v5 MOBA. Feel the impact of every shot, sneak up on enemies, and combo abilities with teammates to take down the enemy Titan.

Plays Great Everywhere

SMITE 2 is the only MOBA designed from the start to play amazingly on keyboard and mouse, controller, or SteamDeck. SMITE 2 features full cross-play and cross-progression, so you can play with friends regardless of platform and take your unlocks with you from PC to console.

Minutes to Learn, a Lifetime to Master

SMITE 2 is the easiest MOBA to start playing, with features like auto-build and auto-level so you focus on fighting. But the full depth of MOBA gameplay awaits, letting you find your own path to victory across item building, map control, tactical brilliance, or simply outplaying your foes. Compete in a variety of game modes, including Ranked, where you’ll climb the leaderboards and become a true god in the SMITE 2 community.

Systems

Franchise: Smite
Released: August 27, 2024
Developer(s): Titan Forge Games
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Engine: Unreal Engine 5
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ESRB: T For Teen Due To Alcohol Reference, Blood, Fantasy Violence, Mild Suggestive Themes