2026 Rules Change Log
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This page will contain a list and description of all appreciable rules changes for the NHRL Open 2026 Rules as they are implemented over the course of the year. It may exclude modifications for formatting, typos, or similar.
Changes - 5/19/26
Weapon System Functionality at Fight Start: A robot must now be able to show enough weapon function that it's reasonable to expect that robot to harm an opponent using at least one weapon system.
