The latest Slap Battles update brings a new glove, several balance tweaks, and a small set of fixes that smooth out gameplay across all platforms. If you’re wondering how the Butcher glove works, what changed in this patch, and whether any new codes were added, this guide breaks down everything in one place.
New Butcher Glove
The highlight of this update is the Butcher glove, added to the main roster. While the update notes don’t list its full ability details, players can expect the glove to revolve around strong hits and possibly a unique effect tied to its theme. As with most new gloves, it’s worth testing in both public servers and small duels to see how it fits your playstyle.
Tinkerer Mastery Added
The Tinkerer glove now has its own mastery path. Mastery systems usually reward players for using a glove over time, unlocking bonuses or cosmetic upgrades. If you enjoy engineering-style abilities or trap setups, this gives you an extra reason to keep playing the glove.
Slapple Island Update
A new NPC has been added to Slapple Island as part of the early Christmas celebration. This seasonal NPC may be tied to quests or small events later in December, so it’s worth visiting the island to check in.
Gameplay Adjustments
Several balance changes were rolled out to improve consistency across all platforms:
Sparky
- Turning sensitivity with shiftlock on mobile and console is now closer to PC.
This gives players on all devices a fairer experience in fights that require tight movement.
The Schlob
- After unragdolling, there is now a 2-second cooldown before its passive activates again.
This reduces how quickly it can spam its recovery effect.
Killstreak Only
- Cannon Island removed from this mode.
This likely aims to make matches more stable and reduce map-based exploits.
New Sounds for Glove Stands
A small quality-of-life addition: Halloween gloves, Christmas gloves, and several others now have updated glove stand sound effects. This isn’t a gameplay change, but it makes the hub feel more polished.
A key fix in this update: Default hit effect now displays correctly. Players using non-ability gloves should now see the correct visual hit feedback again.
Are There New Codes?
As of this update, no new Slap Battles codes were released. The game rarely adds codes, but if new ones drop during the Christmas season, this guide will be updated. Also check out our Slap Battles Codes list for more rewards!
The Butcher glove update adds more variety to Slap Battles while cleaning up older effects and balancing several gloves. With a new mastery for Tinkerer, a seasonal NPC, and smoother mechanics across devices, this patch keeps the game fresh as we head into the holiday season. Keep an eye out for possible Christmas codes and events, as December usually brings extra surprises for players.