Valve keeps the excitement alive with its ongoing updates for Deadlock. The latest patch, though small, brought significant changes to four heroes, showcasing Valve's commitment to balancing the game for an optimal player experience.
Calico faced a substantial nerf: her Return to Shadows ability saw a cooldown increase of ten seconds and a 20% speed reduction, now moved to T2. Additionally, the damage from T2 Leaping Slash was dialed back, affecting her combat effectiveness.
Sinclair underwent a transformation with updated sounds and animations, and his Rabbit Hex was revamped into an Area of Effect (AoE) ability, enhancing his utility on the battlefield. Both Holliday and Wraith also received nerfs, though specifics on these adjustments were not detailed in this update.
The update also touched on items, with Ammo Scavenger now providing fewer stacks and no longer offering a health bonus. Meanwhile, Extra Stamina and Restorative Shot lost their respective bonuses to Fire Rate and Weapon Damage, shifting the item meta in Deadlock.
Image: playdeadlock.com
This marks the fifth update for Deadlock in 2025 and the first in February. Valve has shifted from a fixed patch schedule to a more dynamic approach, releasing updates as needed to refine the game. Today's patch is a testament to their responsive development strategy.
