Explore Clash Royale Merge Tactics and Balance Changes for October 15, 2025

On October 15, 2025, Clash Royale implemented significant balance changes to enhance Merge Tactics gameplay. These adjustments, revealed by developer Supercell, aim to refine the competitive meta and rectify existing gameplay imbalances. Among the updates is a fix for a bug affecting the Brawler Trait, which inadvertently buffed the entire team instead of only the Brawlers.
Balance Changes Overview
The latest patch includes a series of nerfs and buffs across various characters and traits, ensuring a more balanced gaming experience. Below is a summary of the changes made.
Nerfs
- Assassin:
- Critical Chance reduced from 50% to 45% (-10%)
- Critical Damage reduced from 50% to 45% (-10%)
- Coaching:
- HP Buff decreased from 100% to 50% (-50%)
- Damage Buff decreased from 50% to 30% (-40%)
- Master Arena:
- HP Buff reduced from 100% to 50% (-50%)
- Damage Buff reduced from 50% to 30% (-40%)
- Monster Drink:
- HP Buff reduced from 200% to 100% (-50%)
- Damage Buff reduced from 100% to 50% (-50%)
Buffs
In contrast, several characters have received notable enhancements to improve their performance:
- Electro Giant: Cooldown adjusted to enhance its tanking ability.
- Skeleton Dragon: HP cost of ability decreased from 50% to 30% (-40%).
- Royal Ghost: Hit speed reduced from 0.9 sec to 0.83 sec (-10%).
- Electric: Damage increased from 15% to 20% (+33%).
- Ranger: Max stacks increased from 15 to 25 (+67%).
- Ace: Heal from damage dealt increased to improve reliability.
- Noble Trait: Buffs adjusted to enhance effectiveness without overbearing team benefits.
- Goblin: Adjustments made to reduce randomness in elixir gains.
Impact of the Changes
The balance changes implemented on October 15 are designed to foster a fairer environment in Clash Royale’s Merge Tactics. By carefully addressing both overpowered and underperforming elements, Supercell aims to create a competitive landscape that encourages strategy and skillful play.
Players are encouraged to adapt their strategies based on these new adjustments and explore how the changes affect their gameplay. Whether embracing new tactics or refining existing strategies, the October 15 update invites players to rethink their approach in the evolving world of Clash Royale.