Megabonk Patch Analysis: Changes & Build Impact
Deep dive into the latest Megabonk patch. Understand all the buffs, nerfs, and meta shifts. Learn which builds are now stronger and which strategies need adjustment.
Latest Patch Analysis
Major changes have hit Megabonk! Here's our complete breakdown of what changed and how it affects the meta.
Patch Overview
Version: 1.9.0
Release Date: December 2024
Theme: Balance & Bug Fixes
Major Changes
Character Balance
#### Buffs
#### Nerfs
Weapon Changes
#### Buffed Weapons
King Bible
- Damage: 10 → 12
- Area: +10%
- Analysis: Even better for defensive builds
Pentagram
- Cooldown: 110s → 90s
- Analysis: More frequent screen clears
Bone
- Projectile speed: +25%
- Analysis: Much more reliable now
#### Nerfed Weapons
Phieraggi
- Damage per projectile: -5%
- Analysis: Still strong, just not broken
La Borra
- Pool duration: -10%
- Analysis: Kiting needs adjustment
Item Changes
#### Buffed Items
Duplicator
- Now adds +2 projectiles (was +1)
- Makes Lightning Ring even stronger
Crown
- XP bonus: +10% → +15%
- Better for leveling builds
#### Nerfed Items
Spinach
- Damage bonus: +50% → +40%
- Still essential, less overwhelming
Meta Shifts
What's Stronger Now
1. Bible Builds
With King Bible buffs, defensive rotational builds are now top-tier.
Recommended:
- King Bible + Spellbinder → Unholy Vespers
- Garlic + Pummarola → Soul Eater
- Santa Water + Attractorb → La Borra
2. Multi-Projectile Builds
Duplicator buff makes projectile stacking extremely powerful.
Recommended Characters:
- Gennaro (+2 projectile now!)
- Christine
- Mortaccio
3. Tank Builds
Clerici and Mortaccio buffs make tanky playstyles viable.
What's Weaker Now
1. Speed Builds
Red Death nerf and La Borra changes hurt kiting strategies.
Adjustment:
- Get Wings earlier
- Focus more on AOE
- Don't rely solely on speed
2. Pure DPS Builds
Queen Sigma and Spinach nerfs reduce burst potential.
Adjustment:
- Add sustain items
- Don't neglect defense
- Build for sustained damage
New Meta Tier List
S Tier (Post-Patch)
A Tier
B Tier
Build Recommendations
Best Build Post-Patch
The New Meta Build
Why It Works:
- Bible buffs make it core
- Duplicator buff = more lightning
- Sustain for longer runs
Adjusted Speed Build
For Red Death Players
Adjustment Notes:
- Added Laurel for survivability
- Less reliance on pure speed
- More defensive options
Bug Fixes
Fixed Issues
- Pentagram no longer destroys floor items
- Attractorb range calculation correct
- Character unlock progress saves properly
- Steam achievement sync improved
Known Issues Still Present
- Occasional frame drops on Cappella Magna
- Some translations missing
- Leaderboard sync delay
What's Next?
Developer hints suggest:
- New character coming soon
- Possible new map
- More weapon evolutions
- Balance adjustments ongoing
Summary
This patch brings the meta closer to balance. No more single dominant strategy - multiple builds are now viable.
Key Takeaways:
Adapt your strategies and experiment with the new balance!
Check our Build Simulator to try these builds!
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