Honor of Kings is getting its biggest update yet. Today, fans of the world’s most-played MOBA have a trove of new content to sink their teeth into including a new hero, story chapter, battlefield, and even a roguelite mode.
Introducing new support hero Dyadia
Dyadia is a unique addition to the support roster. Her key ability, “Bitter Farewell,” marks enemies to deal magic damage and allows her to loot gold over time. This mechanic enables her to level up more quickly and unlock more abilities, potentially shifting the dynamics of team fights.
Dyadia can also assist allies with “Heartlink,” which restores health, increases movement speed, and provides additional buffs.
Watch Dyadia impact a battle in this tutorial video:
PvE roguelite for a limited time
In a move that showcases the game’s versatility, Honor of Kings is introducing Mechcraft Veteran, a limited-time roguelite mode available until Oct. 22.
HOK's First Roguelite Mode: Mechcraft Veteran
— Honor of Kings (@HonorOfKings) September 22, 2024
Available Sept. 25 – Oct. 22
7 heroes, 4 different environments, 149 kinds of in-match items, and 3 major chapter contents.
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This PvE experience allows players to go solo or form teams of up to three to face off against four distinct monsters across 25 levels. For each 20-minute encounter, players will get to select from seven heroes and work on unique builds with 14 weapon types and 160 equipment items.
A new season of fresh content and challenges
The arrival of the Architect of Fate season marks the next milestone for Honor of Kings. Players can look forward to a dynamic experience with a new battlefield introduced each month.
The S7 New Battlefield will be online soon!
— Honor of Kings (@HonorOfKings) September 23, 2024
Get ready for three major battlefield mechanics upgrades and a monthly rotation of Battlefield-Theme Mode.
Every month brings new gameplay, offering you a unique Hero's Gorge experience.
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October kicks off with Spirit of the Gorge, which introduces the Spirit Banish hero skill and an enhancement of the Jungle Vision Spirit called Vision Spirit, evolving from the previous Jungle Vision Spirit. The new season also brings cosmetic updates, including a stunning Misty Orison skin for Guiguzi.
Funtimes with Friday Frenzy
Starting Sept. 27 and running each Friday, Friday Frenzy is a chance for players to win extra rewards.
Gamers can win exclusive skins by securing victories in pre-made team ranked matches, with the coveted Friday Sprite and Koi rewards up for grabs. The event also introduces special privileges for pre-made ranked matches, including a 24-hour Double Star Card and a safety net for the first loss.
Honor of Kings is significantly boosting the Bravery Points system. Players participating in pre-made ranked matches have the chance to earn up to 10 times the usual Bravery Points, adding an extra layer of excitement to team play.
And every Friday, 100 selected skins (including premium skins) and their corresponding heroes will be available for free. More skins will also be available at a 40 percent discount, with new options added weekly.
For more details on Friday Frenzy be sure to follow Honor of Kings’ official social media channels.
A reworked update process
The first major update since the global launch, Season 7: Architects of Fate, is coming soon!
— Honor of Kings (@HonorOfKings) September 22, 2024
We’ve listened to your feedback and optimized the update process. After downloading the 280+ MB update package from the store on September 25, you’ll enter Season 7. A 150 MB in-game… pic.twitter.com/MqDuv96jrN
Recognizing the substantial nature of this update, TiMi Studio has implemented a segmented download system to ensure players can jump into the action quickly.
The initial 280 MB system update allows immediate access to the new version, while a 150 MB expansion pack unlocks the complete Gorge battlefield.
The remaining 800-plus MB of content can be downloaded at the player’s convenience when connected to Wi-Fi.
Get set for the global championships in Jakarta
Come Oct. 12–27, the 2024 Honor of Kings Championship will take place in Jakarta, Indonesia. The global tournament will see top teams from around the world vying for a share of the $1 million prize pool.
🌟 Come and check out the timeline of 2024 Honor of Kings Championship!🎮
— HoK Global Esports (@HoKEsports) September 16, 2024
Schedule Breakdown:
🗓 Group Stage: 10/12 – 17
🗓 Knockout Phase 1 : 10/18 – 20
🗓 Knockout Phase 2: 10/25 – 26
🏆 Grand Finals: 10/27
Join us and cheer for your favorite team!🤩
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The championship will unfold in stages, starting with group matches at MGP Space, followed by a knockout phase from Oct. 18–20. Knockout phase 2 takes place at Kemang Village Indoor from Oct. 25–27.
This global spectacle promises to be a highlight of the esports calendar, showcasing the highest level of Honor of Kings gameplay.
As always, we’ll have the action front and center right here, so stay tuned and follow the Level Infinite and Honor of Kings social media channels.
