TFT patch 11.23 notes: Double-Up release, Mercenary & Samira nerfs, b-patch targets Katarina
TFT patch 11.23 is here — the first major balance update of TFT Set 6 is expected to be a smaller one than previous sets, with the release of the Double-Up Labs mode, nerfs to Mercenary, Samira, and more. We’ve got the November 17 patch notes right here.
Players have settled inwith TFT Set 6andthe consensus is clear— it’s one of the best, if not the best, set release in Teamfight Tactics history. Fromthe Hextech Augments system, to the balancing ofall the new champions and traits, players haven’t been too vocal in their complaints.
However, Riot are always tinkering with the system, and in TFT patch 11.23, change has come; the biggest being the newest TFT Labs mode, Double-Up, coming with co-op play.
There’s some balance changes too — Mercenary, Innovator, and Bodyguards are the main focuses — although Riot have previously statedthey are happy with how TFT Set 6 landedso far.
Here’s what we know about TFT patch 11.23, now live as of November 17.
What’s in TFT patch 11.23?
B-patch nerfs Sion and Katarina hard
Although they managed to avoid the main update, Riot has gone back and nerfed two more popular carries in Sion and Katarinain TFT b-patch 11.23.
The former has been shifted into more of a tank role — fulfilling his Colossus identity — with damage being taken off his Decimating Smash ability, but power shifted into his overall tankiness and CC.
Katarina, on the other hand, has been decimated. A popular re-roll carry, Riot has removed the 40 mana refund at three-star on her ability, forcing players to rock Blue Buff instead of three damage items if they want to force her.
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New TFT lab Double-Up finally brings co-op mode to autobattler
After two weeks of testing on the PBE after TFT Set 6 went live, the autobattler’s second Labs mode is ready to hit live servers on patch 11.23.Named Double-Up, it’s the first true co-op experience in Teamfight Tactics, letting players pair up with friends in a 2v2v2v2 format.
You will share a HP pool with your partner, meaning you both need to stay winning if you want to find success. Thankfully, you’re able to help each other out, with Assist Armories and the Rune of Allegiance allowing you to give each other items, champions, and other boosts.
Plus, you can even fight for each other. Your team will jump over to your partner’s board to assist them if you finish your combat quickly.
It’s a vastly different experience to just regular Teamfight Tactics, but that was to be expected from TFT’s first ever co-op mode.
Mercenary nerfs to stop high-rollers
Mercenary was meant to be a high-risk, high-reward trait in TFT Set 6. However, it’s been a bit too flexible for Riot’s liking, with players cashing out early and pivoting into late-game carry boards like Yone-Fiora with ease.
Riot are trying to rein in the Fortune fantasy a bit in TFT patch 11.23 with nerfs to the Mercenary trait, as well as Gangplank and Miss Fortune individually. The exact numbers are yet to be released, however.
Imperial carry Samira is also primed for nerfs after her new build has shot up through the meta towards the top (thankfully it’s not as powerful as her Set 4.5 build). The same goes for Academy reroll — with the Katarina and Graves variations about to be nerfed with an overall nerf to the trait.
Bodyguard buffs will increase frontline options
On the flip side, Bodyguards are getting a buff in TFT patch 11.23 in two ways. Five-cost unit Galio is getting a hand, and the trait overall will be buffed up — likely to help it contest with other strong frontlines like Bruiser.
Colossus is in the same boat, with the trait getting some extra power shot into it to compensate for the fact they take up two board spots.
Finally, Imperial buffs are also on their way — so it’s not all doom and gloom for Samira (or Sion, or Swain) carry players.
The first patch (11.23) of Gizmos & Gadgets goes live on the 17th, bringing balance changes to champs, traits, and Augments! What changes are you most excited about to try?pic.twitter.com/m7TcuJaXyh
— Teamfight Tactics (@TFT)June 29, 2025
On top of the aforementioned changes, eight Augments are set to be in the firing line. This includes Woodland Charm — which has dominated early games — as well as the lacklustre Portable Forge.
The Enforcer and Sniper traits are also set to receive adjustments, rather than direct buffs or nerfs.
