The Heroes of The Storm Hotfix PTR Patch Notes bring crucial bug fixes and improvements to enhance gameplay and balance in the popular MOBA.

Heroes of The Storm Hotfix PTR Patch Notes

The developers of Heroes of The Storm Blizzard Entertainment released the Heroes of the Storm patch has been released on the Public Test Realm (PTR) on September 5, 2023. This update primarily focuses on addressing numerous bugs that were reported by the community.

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Bug Fixes

Heroes

Abathur

  • Fixed an issue that prevented the Monstrositty from using the Force Move command.
  • Fixed an issue that caused Ultimate Evolutions of Lost Vikings talents when cloning a Viking who had selected select talents.

Alexstrasza

  • Fixed an issue that caused Flames of Fury to not reduce the amount of Mana gained from hitting an ignited enemy with Flame Buffet.
  • Fixed an issue that Dragon Scales could be refreshed when requirements were met while the buff was still up.

Anduin

  • Fixed an issue that caused Speed of the Pious to not grant cooldown reduction when bringing an allied Hero to full health with Divine Star.

Blaze

  • Fixed an issue that caused the Bunker to be destroyed by the Punisher on Infernal Shrines in a single hit.

Cho

  • Fixed an issue that caused Cho's radius to be increased after casting Surging Fist.

Chromie

  • Fixed an issue that caused Temporal Loop to permanently reveal the target when used in certain conditions.
  • Chromie may no longer attempt to place a Time Trap in locations it cannot be placed.

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D.Va

  • Fixed an issue that allowed Self-Destruct to be activated while D.Va's Mech was disabled by taking enough damage to eject D.Va if her Boosters were active.
  • Fixed an issue that caused Liquid Cooling to not apply properly if Call Mech was used shortly after activating Self-Destruct.
  • Fixed an issue that allowed Defense Matrix to push targets not intended to be pushable if Diverting Power was selected.
  • Fixed an issue that caused Diverting Power to not increase D.Va's Self Healing when it restores Health to the Mech.

Hogger

  • Fixed an issue that allowed Hogger to use his Dance without incurring movement restrictions.

Orphea

  • Fixed an issue that allowed Orphea to have her Shadow Waltz be fired at an enemy without aiming in their direction.

Samuro

  • Fixed an issue that allowed Samuro to activate Image Transmission on a Mirror Image directly after his Hearthstone activates.
  • Fixed an issue that caused Samuro to lose the benefits of the Deflection talent if Three-Blade Style is selected while any Mirror Images are active.

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Sylvanas

  • Fixed issues with Withering Fire's projectile missile.
  • Fixed an issue that caused Black Arrows to apply from Basic Attacks prior to the damage being dealt, increasing the damage from the attack that applies the third stack of Black Arrows by 25%.
  • Fixed an isue that caused Black Arrows to apply from Basic Attacks prior to Lost Soul checking for stacks, causing the attack that applies the third stack of Black Arrows to grant cooldown reduction.
  • Fixed an issue that caused Black Arrows to apply from Basic Attacks prior to Remorseles checking for stacks, causing the attack that applies the third stack of Black Arrows to activate Remorseless.
  • Fixed an issue that caused Black Arrows to apply from Basic Attacks prior to Overwhelming Affliction checking for stacks, allowing the attack that applies the third stack of Black Arrows to slow the target, and then deal percent damage in that same attack if the target was able to be slowed, but was not slowed prior to the attack.
  • Fixed an issue that caused Remorseless to apply Black Arrows prior to the damage being dealt, increasing the damage dealt by 25% if the target had two stacks prior to the damage being dealt.
  • Fixed an issue that caused Withering Fire to apply Black Arrows(when the Withering Barrage talent is selected) prior to the damage being dealt, increasing the damage dealt by 25% if the target had two stacks of Black Arrows prior to the damage being dealt.
  • Fixed an issue that caused Haunting Wave to apply Black Arrows(when the Festering Wounds talent is selected) prior to the damage being dealt, increasing the damage by 25% if the target did not have three stacks of Black Arrows prior to the damage being dealt.
  • Fixed an issue that caused the impacting damage from Shadow Dagger to grant Unfurling Shadows quest progress prior to the damage being dealt, increasing the damage dealt by 0.5%.

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The Lost Vikings

  • Fixed an issue that prevented the Longboat Raid from using the Force Move command.

Zeratul

  • Fixed an issue that caused Singularity Spike when cast from Might of the Nerazim to act as a non-Might of the Nerazim Singularity Spike.

Mount

  • Fixed an issue that prevented the Robin Woodland Guardian Mount from being usable.
  • Fixed an issue that prevented the Tangerine Woodland Guardian Mount from being usable.

ARAM

  • Reduced the chance of everyone being forced to select the same Hero from 5% to 2%.

Heroes of the Storm Wiki

Heroes of the Storm stands as a collaborative multiplayer online battle arena video game, masterminded and published by the renowned Blizzard Entertainment. Its inception was unveiled at the BlizzCon event of 2010, with the official launch taking place on June 2, 2015, accessible on both OS X and Windows platforms.

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This immersive gaming experience brings together a diverse roster of characters from Blizzard's extensive franchises, all of whom serve as playable heroes. Additionally, the game boasts an array of battlegrounds, each drawing inspiration from the rich worlds of Warcraft, Diablo, StarCraft, and Overwatch.

In this game, participants assemble into teams of five and engage in thrilling 5-versus-5 matches, typically lasting around 20 minutes per encounter. Victory hinges on the team's ability to annihilate the opponent's primary structure, known as the "King's Core".

Each battleground, uniquely themed, introduces its own metagame and secondary objectives that, when accomplished, confer substantial advantages upon your team, typically in terms of offensive capabilities. Every player assumes control of a singular character, referred to as a "hero," possessing a distinct set of abilities and play styles.

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Heroes of the Storm Gameplay

Heroes of the Storm offers a captivating and dynamic gameplay experience within the realm of multiplayer online battle arenas. Players assemble into teams of five and engage in intense 5-versus-5 matches, with the typical duration of a game averaging around 20 minutes.

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The primary objective is to obliterate the opponent's central structure, known as the "King's Core," to secure victory. What sets this game apart is its diverse cast of playable heroes, drawn from Blizzard's iconic franchises, each with their own unique abilities and playstyles.

To further enhance the depth of gameplay, different battlegrounds inspired by Warcraft, Diablo, StarCraft, and Overwatch universes introduce distinctive metagames and secondary objectives, offering strategic advantages upon completion. As the match unfolds, heroes evolve and grow in power by accumulating experience points and unlocking "talents," which either introduce new abilities or augment existing ones. This dynamic progression system adds layers of complexity to the team's strategy, making Heroes of the Storm an engaging and ever-evolving gaming experience.

Heroes of the Storm Guide

A comprehensive guide to Heroes of the Storm is essential for navigating the intricacies of this popular multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game. In Heroes of the Storm, players engage in 5-versus-5 matches with the objective of destroying the opponent's "King's Core" structure to secure victory.

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To excel in the game, understanding the diverse cast of playable heroes is crucial, as each hero possesses unique abilities and playstyles. Additionally, mastering the various battlegrounds, which draw inspiration from Blizzard's iconic franchises, is key to success, as each map introduces different metagames and secondary objectives that can provide strategic advantages.

The progression system is a fundamental aspect of Heroes of the Storm, where heroes accumulate experience points during matches. This experience leads to leveling up and unlocking "talents," which can significantly impact a hero's capabilities and contribute to the overall team strategy. Effective communication and teamwork with teammates are vital for success in Heroes of the Storm, as coordinated efforts and strategic decisions play a central role in securing victory.

Heroes of the Storm Trailer

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Heroes of The Storm Hotfix PTR Patch Notes - FAQs

1. What is the main focus of the latest Heroes of The Storm PTR patch?    

The latest PTR patch for Heroes of The Storm primarily focuses on addressing multiple reported bug fixes.

2. What issue with Abathur's Monstrosity has been resolved in the patch?    

The issue preventing the Monstrosity from using the Force Move command has been fixed.

3.  How has the bug related to Alexstrasza's Flames of Fury been addressed in the patch?    

The patch has resolved the issue where Flames of Fury did not properly reduce the amount of Mana gained from hitting an ignited enemy with Flame Buffet.

4. What bug involving Blaze and the Bunker has been fixed?  

The patch has addressed the issue where the Bunker could be destroyed by the Punisher on Infernal Shrines in a single hit.

5. How has Sylvanas' Withering Fire projectile missile issue been resolved in the patch?

The patch has fixed issues with Withering Fire's projectile missile for Sylvanas.