Valve's MOBA Shooter Deadlock: An Even More Exclusive Build Revealed

Valve's MOBA hero shooter, Deadlock, remains in its exclusive invite-only testing phase, with the company diligently working on further development and enhancements. However, a recent livestream mishap appears to have unveiled the existence of a second, even more exclusive playtest, featuring previously unseen characters and updated designs.

According to reports, a livestream hosted by a prominent Deadlock player inadvertently showcased a different build of the game. As noted by Eurogamer, the streamer opened the wrong version of Deadlock during the broadcast, revealing a roster that included new characters such as the nostalgic Doorman, the scholarly Bookworm, and the eerie Vampirebat. Additionally, viewers captured visual updates to existing characters like Ivy. Despite the quick realization and subsequent closure of the unintended build, the leak had already spread.

While no further details have emerged yet, the leak is still fresh. Deadlock is no stranger to leaks, as its existence and content have previously been subjects of speculation. Although the concept of a test build for broader player engagement isn't novel, it's intriguing to see this approach applied to Deadlock, which is still in an early, invite-only stage.

Reactions within the Deadlock community are mixed. On the r/DeadlockTheGame subreddit, some players expressed frustration, feeling left out of the loop despite being part of the existing playtest. Deadlock has undergone numerous changes, including the removal of an entire lane, and Valve has utilized the Hero Labs mode to test new heroes. This new, more exclusive build suggests an additional layer of testing with a select group of players.

Despite its limited access, Deadlock has attracted a significant number of players and garnered attention from fans of both shooter games and MOBAs. The unique rollout and ongoing invite-only status of a new Valve game have only heightened its allure. Now, with the revelation of an even more exclusive build, speculation among players is likely to intensify.

It's crucial to maintain perspective on the real news, as one Reddit user humorously remarked: "Oh great, as if one Lash wasn't bad enough, now there are two of him!"