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Although Valve has not officially confirmed its existence, Deadlock has gained attention recently with the release of its Alpha version. This latest addition has prompted interest among players, particularly with the introduction of four new characters, despite a notable shift in focus from the traditional third-person MOBA and hero shooter genres in recent game releases.
The new characters—Holliday, Vyper, Calico, and The Magnificent Sinclair—are familiar to seasoned players who may recall their earlier appearances in the game’s Hero Labs. This feature allows developers to trial various hero concepts prior to their full deployment in the game.
Hero Labs 운영은 매일 몇 시간 동안 진행되며, 개발팀은 새로운 캐릭터에 대한 데이터를 수집하고, 능력을 즉시 조정하며, 문제를 해결하는 작업을 수행합니다. 이제 이 네 새로운 캐릭터는 일반 및 랭크 게임에서 선택할 수 있는 옵션이 되었습니다.
The character release was announced via a blog post on Steam, which detailed the motivations and lore behind each character. However, the post fell short by not including specifics about the characters’ abilities, leading to some confusion among players given the variety of playstyles these heroes exhibited during their testing phases.
Fortunately, we have you covered with details on the abilities and playstyles of each of the four new heroes.
Holliday, a Wild West character, wields a revolver to bring justice to her foes. Players controlling Holliday can expect to navigate the map dynamically, using her abilities to launch devastating attacks with explosive barrels:
Powder Keg – Deploy an explosive barrel that activates after a brief delay. Once ready, the barrel can be triggered by various actions, resulting in a damaging explosion.
Bounce Pad – Place a bounce pad to launch any character into the air. Upon landing, the user will create an area-of-effect explosion that deals damage.
Crackshot – Headshots yield extra weapon damage while inflicting a slow effect, with a cooldown of 20 seconds.
Spirit Lasso – Capture an enemy with a lasso to deal damage and stun them, allowing you to drag them behind you for a limited time.
Vyper adds agility and cunning as a slippery reptile able to glide around the map while poisoning his adversaries. His sliding ability grants all heroes unlimited ammo during use, making him an enticing option for those aiming to maximize weapon damage:
Screwjab Dagger – Toss a dagger that inflicts slow and ability damage over time.
Lethal Venom – Inject an enemy with venom, which damages them after a delay and escalates based on their missing health.
Slither – Experience enhanced slide distance and improved agility while navigating uphill.
Petrifying Bola – Cast a bola that petrifies an enemy on impact, immobilizing them for a brief period.
Calico, characterized as a stealthy assassin accompanied by a feline companion, excels in high damage output before retreating into concealment:
Gloom Bombs – Launch a bomb cluster that detonates after a set time, causing area damage.
Leaping Slash – Execute a swift dash that deals melee damage to surrounding enemies while granting health restoration if you hit a target.
Ava – Take control of your cat, Ava, becoming invisible and undetectable for a short period, with attacking breaking the stealth.
Return to Shadows – Temporarily become untargetable and deliver damage upon re-emergence.
The Magnificent Sinclair stands out as an enigmatic magician, capable of befuddling foes with a mix of projectiles, summoned minions, and mischief:
Vexing Bolt – Cast a bolt that applies a damage-reducing slow, with the ability to direct its trajectory.
Spectral Assistant – Summon an assistant that attacks alongside you, while also allowing for a swap of locations with the assistant anytime.
Rabbit Hex – Temporarily turn an enemy into a rabbit, enhancing their mobility but making them more vulnerable to damage.
Audience Participation – Imitate the ultimate ability of another hero, allowing for strategic plays based on the enemy’s power.
While the recent announcement did not cover any potential balance adjustments for the game, it is evident that the developers are actively engaged in refining Deadlock into a more dynamic and enjoyable gaming experience.
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