TFT Patch 17.6: Key Changes You Need to Know

TFT Patch 17.6 is now live. It has quickly become a hot topic in the Teamfight Tactics community. The update brings many key changes to traits, champions, Augments, and Pengu’s Party.

This patch is not a huge meta shake-up. However, it still changes ranked play in clear ways. AP carry teams may become stronger. Meanwhile, Gnar reroll may lose its top spot.

According to Riot Games, Patch 17.6 is a small but important update. Riot does not want to change the meta too much before regional events. Instead, the team is fixing choices that feel too strong or too weak. As a result, the changes are more focused.

For more meta team comps, visit https://op.gg/tft/meta-trends/comps.

TFT Mobile Drops Support for Low-RAM Devices

One major update is about TFT Mobile. Starting July 22, TFT will no longer support phones with only 2GB or 3GB of RAM.

Therefore, players with older phones may need a new device to keep playing on mobile.

This move makes sense. TFT now has more effects, systems, and game mechanics than before. Because of that, the game needs stronger hardware.

Although this may upset some players, it should help Riot improve the mobile version in the long run.

N.O.V.A and Shepherd Get Stronger

N.O.V.A is one of the biggest winners in Patch 17.6. Riot has buffed Caitlyn, Akali, and Kindred.

As a result, players can try more N.O.V.A teams. Kindred carry and Akali carry may become stronger picks.

In addition, Shepherd also gets a useful buff. At the 7-unit mark, its summoned monster is now stronger and harder to kill.

Because of this, AP Shepherd teams may return to the meta. They could be a strong choice for players who like flexible magic-damage teams.

AP Carries Get Big Buffs

AP carries gain the most from Patch 17.6. First, Twisted Fate gets more spell damage. Therefore, he may return as a 1-cost reroll carry. Viktor and Lulu also get small buffs. These changes should make mid-game AP teams more stable.

Moreover, many 4-cost AP carries are now stronger. These include Karma, LeBlanc, Morgana, Nami, and Aurelion Sol.

Thanks to these buffs, players have more options. They no longer need to force only one or two AP teams. Instead, they can play more flexibly based on items and shop rolls.

Gnar Reroll Gets Weaker

Gnar reroll has been one of the safest teams in recent patches. However, Patch 17.6 finally nerfs it. Gnar gets a small damage nerf. In addition, the 7-Meeple Bear effect now gives less value from copied 2-cost champions.

As a result, Gnar reroll will not snowball as easily as before.

Still, the team is not dead. It can still work in the right lobby. However, players must now check their items, shops, and contest level more carefully.

Augments Get Important Changes

Patch 17.6 also changes many Augments. Some Augments are now more flexible. Therefore, they can fit more teams instead of only one setup. Meanwhile, some overly strong Augments have been nerfed.

Most importantly, Lucky Critical Charm has been disabled. Riot removed it because it created extreme power spikes. As a result, games should feel fairer and more stable.

Pengu’s Party Gets Balance Changes

Pengu’s Party also receives its own balance update. Some strong traits have been nerfed, such as Demacia, Honeybee, and Storyweaver Kayle.

Meanwhile, weaker traits have been buffed. These include Nitro, Space Crew, Volcano, Syndicate, and Infernal.

Because of these changes, the event mode should feel more varied. Players can now test more teams instead of repeating the same top choices.

Best Teams to Try in TFT Patch 17.6

Overall, TFT Patch 17.6 is about balance. It does not fully reset the meta. However, it still gives players many new options.

The strongest teams to watch may include:

Twisted Fate reroll, N.O.V.A Kindred, N.O.V.A Akali, Karma carry, LeBlanc carry, Morgana flex, Aurelion Sol AP, and Shepherd AP.

Meanwhile, Gnar reroll may appear less often in high-rank games.

In short, TFT Patch 17.6 makes AP teams much more exciting. It also rewards flexible play. Therefore, this is a great time to test new comps and find fresh ways to climb the ranked ladder.

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