patch · January 21, 2026
Brawlhalla Patch 10.02 Introduces Rupture and Competitive Tweaks
Brawlhalla Patch 10.02 launches Legend Rupture alongside a 3v3 Brawlball queue, experimental snap backdash tests, and sweeping weapon balances.
Brawlhalla Patch 10.02 enters the rotation with a brand-new Darkheart Legend, limited-time queues, and extensive balance passes across multiple weapons ahead of early 2026 tournaments.
Legend 68 and Queues
Rupture joins the roster wielding Katars and a Rocket Lance, accompanied by three launch skins and the 'Ruptoodle' avatar. Two limited-time queues debut on January 22: a 3v3 Brawlball queue active through February 2, and an Experimental queue testing the Snap Backdash feature until February 11. Dodge Exhaustion has been removed from the Experimental queue permanently.
Weapon Balance Passes
Developers tweaked neutral game pacing by adjusting recover times and stun values. Axe neutral and down air attacks gain increased stun, while Blasters side light recover time on miss drops. Cannon down light damage and recover time decrease alongside a side air force buff. Gauntlets and Orb side and down air attacks take longer to recover on a miss. Scythe options receive higher recover times and reduced active input stun, and Spear attacks see adjusted time to hit, damage, and force.
Legend Changes and Tournament Legality
Cross receives force increases on neutral gauntlets and side blasters, plus higher damage on down blasters. King Zuva's battle boots gain threat coverage and force. Lady Vera's scythe variants receive force adjustments, and she is officially legal for use in all tournaments. Lin Fei's side cannon recover time drops, Priya's down sword features a shorter minimum charge time with retained momentum, and Thea's rocket lance signatures receive damage and force buffs.
Events and Crossovers
The Valhallentine’s Event begins on February 4 with reduced mission requirements and new color schemes. G.I. JOE crossover items for Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow are discounted in the Mallhalla before leaving in Patch 10.03.
Why this patch matters
Patch 10.02 shapes the early 2026 competitive landscape by rebalancing neutral pokes, introducing Rupture, and greenlighting Lady Vera for tournament play.