Gameplay footage from Valve’s in-development hero shooter Deadlock leaked today, revealing for the first time many of the game’s rumored new features and characters, including its much-discussed monorail-like transportation system.
Deadlock "Learn to Play" in Game Guide! (Leaked Footage)
The clip, posted by insider PlayerIGN on X (formerly Twitter) on May 22, shows off a small preview of Deadlock in its current early alpha. The player can be seen using a zipline that loops around the ceiling of the map, which looks like a fantasy-steampunk version of New York. The footage was shot in a "Hero Training" mode without hostile players or AI bots.
The HUD renders also show a four-lane layout, seemingly confirming rumors that Deadlock took inspiration from Dota 2 and SMITE, where one team must capture or destroy landmarks that lead to the other team's base. Early leaks dating back to May 17th mention a variety of elements and gameplay pulled from the MOBA genre, and it's clear from the footage that this will certainly be the case when it comes to Deadlock's objectives.
The character is then seen using a segmented agility or dodge bar, which has a set cooldown, while firing a steampunk-inspired pistol. We've already gotten a look at the character roster and taken a deeper look at Grey Talon, an arrow-wielding hero not too dissimilar to Overwatch's Hanzo, so we can expect a variety of different weapon types and ammo.
