Valve's MOBA Shooter Deadlock: A More Exclusive Build Revealed

Valve's MOBA hero shooter, Deadlock, continues to captivate players during its invite-only testing phase. However, a recent livestream mishap has unveiled the existence of a highly exclusive playtest, showcasing new characters and redesigns that have yet to be seen by the general testing audience.

During a livestream hosted by a prominent Deadlock player, an accidental reveal occurred when the wrong build of the game was opened on stream. As reported by Eurogamer, the footage captured by viewers showcased a roster featuring new characters such as Doorman, Bookworm, and Vampirebat, along with visual updates to existing characters like Ivy. Although the streamer quickly corrected the mistake, the information had already spread among the community.

Reactions within the Deadlock community are mixed, with some expressing frustration on the r/DeadlockTheGame subreddit about feeling left out of the loop despite already participating in the playtest. Deadlock's public build has undergone numerous changes, including the removal of an entire lane. Valve has previously utilized the Hero Labs mode to allow broader testing of new heroes, but this new, ultra-exclusive test suggests a different approach to refining the game with a select group of players.

Despite its limited access, Deadlock has attracted a significant number of players and gained attention from fans of both shooters and MOBAs. The mystique surrounding Valve's latest project, compounded by its unusual rollout and ongoing invite-only status, continues to fuel interest and speculation. The discovery of this additional exclusive build only adds to the intrigue surrounding Deadlock's development.

As one Reddit user humorously noted, "Oh great, as if one Lash wasn't bad enough, now there are two of him!" This light-hearted comment underscores the community's engagement and the anticipation for what's next in Deadlock's evolving journey.