Valve has finally released the highly anticipated Deadlock update, which introduces four new heroes to the game and makes significant changes to their abilities and gameplay. This update is a fantastic gift for fans, especially after a long period without major updates. In this article, the Blix team will explain what’s new in Deadlock and how these changes will impact gameplay.
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New Characters and Their Characteristics
Valve has introduced four new characters in this update. These characters are indicated with a “New” icon in the list of heroes. Some of these characters have had their abilities completely revamped. Let’s take a closer look at their skills and what they can do.
New Hero: Calico
Deadlock hero: Calico
Calico utilizes the shadows to her advantage, skillfully weaving in and out of combat to hunt down her enemies one by one. She is one of the most anticipated heroes and has undergone significant changes since her initial appearance in the lab. Calico is now a fully realized hero with a completely redesigned set of abilities. Calico fires a spray in the shape of a rectangle. It’s similar to shooting a shotgun, as it is more effective at close range than at a distance.
Base Stats
Weapon Stats
| DPS | 80 |
| Bullet Damage | 2+0.12 |
| Ammo | 12 |
| Bullets per sec | 5 |
| Reload Time | 2.5s |
| Bullet Velocity | 318m/s |
| Light Melee | 63+2.67 |
| Heavy Melee | 116+4.91 |
| Falloff Range | 20m → 58m |
Vitality Stats
| Health | 550+41 |
| Health Regen | 2 |
| Move Speed | 7.3m/s |
| Stamina | 3 |
Abilities
Gloom Bombs
Calico throws grenades that stick to enemies and deal damage. At the highest level, each grenade inflicts 80 damage, and there are a total of six grenades. This ability is particularly dangerous in group encounters. The damage dealt is classified as spirit damage, which is increased by spirit power.
Ability Upgrade:
- Ability Point 1: +20 Damage
- Ability Point 2: -3s Cooldown
- Ability Point 5: +2 Bomb Count
Leaping Slash
The hero leaps forward, damaging all enemies in his path. Calico regenerates health, making her mobile and more survivable.
Ability Upgrade:
- Ability Point 1: +30 Heal Amount
- Ability Point 2: +50 Damage
- Ability Point 5: -50% Cooldown On Hit
Ava
This ability allows Calico to transform into a kitty cat, granting her increased movement speed and concealing the hero icon on the mini-map. However, it is important to note that Calico cannot attack or use any abilities in this form.
Ability Upgrade:
- Ability Point 1: +20s Buff Duration
- Ability Point 2: +25% Move Speed bonus
- Ability Point 5: -15s Cooldown. Gain 30 Health Regen during Ava
Return to Shadows
Calico enters the shadows, becoming invulnerable. After emerging from this state, her abilities recharge, and her damage increases by 30% for 5 seconds. This makes her extremely dangerous in the final stages of combat.
Ability Upgrade:
- Ability Point 1: -30s Cooldown
- Ability Point 2: +80 Damage
- Ability Point 5: Reset all cooldowns and gain 30% Damage Amp for 5s
Calico now possesses high mobility and can inflict massive damage, making her an excellent choice for players who enjoy an aggressive playstyle.
New Hero: Holliday
Deadlock hero: Holliday
Holliday is a hero who has not changed significantly since her introduction, but she has received a few essential updates. The Holliday revolver has strong recoil, demanding precision and control.
Base Stats
Weapon Stats
| DPS | 72 |
| Bullet Damage | 32.2+1.49 |
| Ammo | 10 |
| Bullets per sec | 2.22 |
| Reload Time | 2.75s |
| Bullet Velocity | 635m/s |
| Light Melee | 63+2.67 |
| Heavy Melee | 116+4.91 |
| Falloff Range | 20m → 58m |
Vitality Stats
| Health | 550+33 |
| Health Regen | 2 |
| Move Speed | 8.3m/s |
| Stamina | 2 |
Abilities
Powder Keg
An explosive device that deals damage when activated. Barrels can control the area effectively and can be detonated in mid-air or used with springboards to increase their range.
Ability Upgrade:
- Ability Point 1: -10s Cooldown
- Ability Point 2: +140 Explosion Damage
- Ability Point 5: +3 Charges
Bounce Pad
Hand Jumpad: Holliday performs a jump that deals damage upon landing. At the final level, the jump also stuns enemies.
Ability Upgrade:
- Ability Point 1: You and allies gain a +4m/s move speed bonus for 4s on landing
- Ability Point 2: +100 Stomp Damage. Improve Spirit scaling
- Ability Point 5: +1.25s Stun on landing
Crackshot
An enhanced attack that deals bonus damage and slows the target. This effect is triggered by a headshot, promoting accurate shooting.
Ability Upgrade:
- Ability Point 1: +25% Fading Movement Slow
- Ability Point 2: +75 Damage
- Ability Point 5: -4s Cooldown Per Headshot
Spirit Lasso
Holliday uses a lasso that stuns enemies and drags them. Although the duration of the effect has been reduced to three seconds, it remains a powerful tool for controlling the enemy team.
Ability Upgrade:
- Ability Point 1: +80 Damage
- Ability Point 2: +0.5s Duration
- Ability Point 5: -30s Cooldown
New Hero: THE MAGNIFICENT SINCLAIR
Deadlock hero: THE MAGNIFICENT SINCLAIR
THE MAGNIFICENT SINCLAIR has undergone significant changes to its abilities, becoming more versatile and dangerous. THE MAGNIFICENT SINCLAIR fires slow, but powerful projectiles. The weapon has a low burst rate of fire.
Base Stats
Weapon Stats
| DPS | 86 |
| Bullet Damage | 30+0.60 |
| Ammo | 22 |
| Bullets per sec | 2 |
| Reload Time | 2.5s |
| Bullet Velocity | 86.4m/s |
| Light Melee | 63+2.7 |
| Heavy Melee | 116 |
| Falloff Range | 25m → 61m |
Vitality Stats
| Health | 550+31 |
| Health Regen | 3 |
| Move Speed | 7.3m/s |
| Stamina | 3 |
Abilities
Vexing Bolt
The hero launches a manually directed projectile that inflicts damage and slows down enemies.
Ability Upgrade:
- Ability Point 1: -4s Cooldown
- Ability Point 2: -10% Spirit Resist
- Ability Point 5: +110 Damage. Your Assistant casts Vexing Bolt without reductions
Spectral Assistant
The hero creates a duplicate of himself that mimics his actions. This ability makes him extremely dangerous in combat, as he can attack from both sides simultaneously.
Ability Upgrade:
- Ability Point 1: -10s Cooldown
- Ability Point 2: +5s Duration & 5m Range
- Ability Point 5: +45% Fire Rate and +15 Assistant Damage
Rabbit Hex
THE MAGNIFICENT SINCLAIR temporarily transforms the selected target into a rabbit. The rabbit is smaller and moves faster, but it takes increased damage.
Ability Upgrade:
- Ability Point 1: -10s Cooldown
- Ability Point 2: +1s Duration
- Ability Point 5: Hex all enemies within 6m
Audience Participation
THE MAGNIFICENT SINCLAIR can copy an enemy hero’s ultimate ability and use it, making it highly versatile and adaptable in various situations.
Ability Upgrade:
- Ability Point 1: Upgrade the Copy
- Ability Point 2: Upgrade the Copy AGAIN!
- Ability Point 5: Upgrade the Copy ONCE AGAIN!
THE MAGNIFICENT SINCLAIR has become one of the most challenging and powerful heroes in the game, requiring skill and strategic thinking from the player.
New Hero: Viper
Deadlock hero: Viper
Viper is a hero who has undergone minor changes but remains extremely dangerous due to his poisonous abilities. The Viper has a very high rate of fire, but the longer you shoot, the greater the bullet spread becomes. It is more effective to shoot in bursts to maintain a tighter grouping of fire.
Base Stats
Weapon Stats
| DPS | 150 |
| Bullet Damage | 9+0.39 |
| Ammo | 24 |
| Bullets per sec | 16.7 |
| Reload Time | 1.6s |
| Bullet Velocity | 411m/s |
| Light Melee | 63+2.7 |
| Heavy Melee | 116 |
| Falloff Range | 13m → 33m |
Vitality Stats
| Health | 550+35 |
| Health Regen | 2 |
| Move Speed | 7.3m/s |
| Stamina | 4 |
Abilities
Screwjab Dagger
Viper throws a dagger that inflicts light damage and casts Fading Slow.
Ability Upgrade:
- Ability Point 1: -4s Cooldown
- Ability Point 2: +50 Damage
- Ability Point 5: +1ss Slow Duration and remove 1 Stamina
Lethal Venom
Viper inflicts poison that accumulates and deals damage based on the target’s missing health.
Ability Upgrade:
- Ability Point 1: +40 Max Venom Damage
- Ability Point 2: -60% Healing Reduction-60% Healing Reduction
- Ability Point 5: Bullets also build up Lethal Venom
Slither
The Viper’s gliding range and turning speed have improved. The Viper can also glide up inclined surfaces.
Ability Upgrade:
- Ability Point 1: +25% Slide Distance
- Ability Point 2: +2 Stamina
- Ability Point 5: +30% Spirit & Bullet Resist while Sliding
Petrifying Bola
Viper uses a bola that slows down enemies and inflicts damage. This is a powerful tool for controlling the enemy team.
Ability Upgrade:
- Ability Point 1: +60 Petrify Damage
- Ability Point 2: -30s Cooldown
- Ability Point 5: +1.0s Petrify Duration. Petrifies all enemies in the area
Visual and Sound Changes
The update also introduces new visual and sound effects to the game. For instance, Calico’s ability animations and the sounds accompanying her attacks evoke a sense of power and danger. Additionally, THE MAGNIFICENT SINCLAIR features updated visual effects for its illusions.
Community Feedback
The Deadlock community is currently engaged in discussions about the new update. Many players are excited about the introduction of new heroes, which have added freshness and new tactical options to the game. Calico is especially praised for her mobility and damage potential, while THE MAGNIFICENT SINCLAIR is recognized for his versatility. However, some players have raised concerns about balance, arguing that the new heroes may be too powerful. You can find the community’s reactions in the Reddit thread.
Future Updates
Deadlock hero: Infernus
Deadlock developers have announced that they are continuing work on the game. Their plans include adding new heroes, maps, and game modes. Additionally, further balance changes and improvements to the game’s visuals are anticipated. The Blix team will keep you updated with all the latest news.
Conclusion
The Deadlock update introduces new heroes to the game, fundamentally altering their abilities and gameplay. Each hero has unique features that enhance the gaming experience and offer diverse strategies in different situations. The Blix team encourages players to try out each new hero to discover their own playstyle. For more information about the updates, please visit the game’s official forum.
