Valve's MOBA hero shooter, Deadlock, remains in an exclusive invite-only testing phase, with the company diligently refining and enhancing the game. However, a recent livestream mishap has seemingly unveiled the existence of a second, even more secretive playtest, featuring new characters and character redesigns.
A livestream hosted by a prominent Deadlock player accidentally showcased what appears to be an alternate build of the game. According to Eurogamer, the streamer inadvertently opened the wrong Deadlock build on stream, revealing a roster that included previously unseen characters such as the retro-inspired Doorman, the scholarly Bookworm, and the eerie Vampirebat. Additionally, viewers noticed visual updates for existing characters like Ivy. The streamer quickly rectified the mistake, but the information had already spread among the audience.
As of now, no further details have emerged from this leak, which is still quite recent. Deadlock has a history of leaks, with its existence and content previously surfacing through similar channels. While it's not uncommon for games to have test builds for a broader audience to test upcoming updates, this move is somewhat unusual for Deadlock, given its current invite-only status.The community's reaction on the r/DeadlockTheGame subreddit is mixed. Some players expressed frustration, feeling excluded from this additional playtest despite already being part of the current testing group. Deadlock has undergone various changes, both minor and significant, including the removal of an entire lane from the game. Valve has previously utilized the Hero Labs mode to allow players to test new heroes, but this new method seems to be an even more selective approach to testing.
Despite its limited access, Deadlock has attracted a considerable number of players and garnered attention from fans of both shooters and MOBAs. As a new title from Valve, it naturally draws interest, and its unique rollout and ongoing invite-only status only enhance its allure. The revelation of an even more exclusive build adds another layer of intrigue for players to ponder.
It's crucial to maintain perspective on these developments, as one Reddit user humorously noted: "Oh great as if one Lash wasn't bad enough, now there are two of him!"
