It looks like Valve’s upcoming shooter-MOBA hybrid Deadlock, which is still in alpha testing, has a newer build that’s even more exclusive.
Deadlock, the company’s worst-kept secret,
entered its invite-only alpha test back in 2024
, and the game has been
continually updated ever since
.
However, a prominent streamer in the Deadlock community who goes by Deathy seemingly accidentally opened the wrong build of the game on a recent stream (reported by
Eurogamer
), showcasing a considerably more extensive lineup than what most players can obtain.
He kept it closed for only a short time, yet the internet has an enduring memory, with screenshots now being shared online.
Reddit
.
New And Redesigned Characters
Based on the images shared on Reddit, although the standard edition of Deadlock includes 30 playable characters at present, an undisclosed prototype increases this count to 40. Additionally, several existing characters have undergone significant redesigns in this unreleased version.
When comparing the two rosters, notable design changes are evident for characters such as Pocket, Ivy, Dynamo, and Abrams, alongside several newcomers including Drifter, Bookworm, Vampirebat, and Swan. Interestingly, Swan appears to share the same design as the more well-known character Paradox.
Considering
How well the game is already developed
, these updates promise to improve it even further, building the roster to the size normally expected of a MOBA.
Leaks have plagued Deadlock since it went into testing.
.
The sole reason is leaks.
The general populace is aware of the game’s existence, as it stands now,
The sole method to access the test is by going through this.
an invite from one of your Steam friends
.
It seems quite challenging to maintain secrecy about a game’s existence when tens of thousands of individuals are actively playing it.
Deadlock has also been adding fuel to the fire of recent Half-Life 3 rumors, with a leaker claiming that
The game was initially a side project from the series.
and a recent update to Deadlock seemingly making reference to the
The highly anticipated sequel is currently in the advanced stages of production.
.
Just as numerous aspects of Deadlock remain enigmatic, this covert development is also cloaked in secrecy. It could be anybody’s prediction regarding when the fresh characters might integrate into the primary version or when the title will become accessible to all players.