GameGoldLab is the ultimate Deadlock knowledge and coaching platform. Master every hero with in-depth guides, ability breakdowns, optimal item builds, pro builds, counter matchups, synergies, combos, and expert gameplay tips. Track live hero stats including win rates, pick rates, KDA, and match volume. Browse the tier list for the current patch. Book pro coaching sessions to level up.
All Deadlock heroes: Abrams (Brawler), Apollo (Assassin), Bebop (Brawler), Billy (Brawler), Calico (Assassin), Celeste (Marksman), Drifter (Assassin), Dynamo (Mystic), Graves (Marksman), Grey Talon (Marksman), Haze (Assassin), Holliday (Marksman), Infernus (Marksman), Ivy (Marksman), Kelvin (Brawler), Lady Geist (Mystic), Lash (Assassin), McGinnis (Mystic), Mina (Marksman), Mirage (Assassin), Mo and Krill (Brawler), Paige (Mystic), Paradox (Marksman), Pocket (Assassin), Rem (Mystic), Seven (Mystic), Shiv (Brawler), Silver (Marksman), Sinclair (Mystic), The Doorman (Mystic), Venator (Marksman), Victor (Brawler), Vindicta (Marksman), Viscous (Mystic), Vyper (Assassin), Warden (Brawler), Wraith (Marksman), Yamato (Assassin).
Popular heroes include Victor guide, Dynamo guide, Abrams guide, Bebop guide, Haze guide, Seven guide, Lash guide, Yamato guide. Browse the complete hero list.
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Each hero guide includes base stats, weapon stats, ability breakdowns, item builds, counter matchups, synergies, and FAQs. View all hero guides, check the tier list, and track live stats.
Live statistics for Deadlock including win rates, pick rates, damage output, KDA, net worth, and match volume across all skill brackets. Data sourced from real matches from the deadlock-api.com service. Track the evolving meta with 7-day trend charts showing win rate and pick rate changes over time. Filter heroes by role including Brawler, Marksman, Mystic, and Assassin. Visit the hero stats page for the latest data with win rates and pick rates for every hero.
The Deadlock tier list ranks all heroes using a composite score system. Win rate contributes 40 percent of the score, pick rate contributes 30 percent, match volume contributes 15 percent, and player count contributes 15 percent. S Tier represents the top 14 percent of heroes. A Tier covers the next 20 percent. B Tier includes the next 24 percent. C and D Tier cover the bottom 42 percent. See the full Deadlock tier list for current rankings.
Each hero guide includes item builds for early, mid, and late game phases. Coaching services available in Starter, Pro, and Elite plans with personalized training. Explore pro builds or book coaching sessions.
New to Deadlock? The beginner guide covers soul economy, laning phase, hero roles, map objectives, and core mechanics. The hero roles guide explains Brawler, Marksman, Mystic, and Assassin playstyles. The laning phase guide covers winning your lane and rotating. The soul economy guide explains efficient farming. Browse all Deadlock guides.
Deadlock is a hybrid MOBA-shooter by Valve Corporation in closed alpha. The game combines third-person shooting with MOBA mechanics including lanes, creep waves, towers, and items. Players choose from 38 unique heroes with distinct abilities. Explore hero guides and check live statistics for the current meta.
Picking the right hero is half the climb in Deadlock. Some heroes carry games at low ranks, others only shine with coordinated teams. Here's the current breakdown of which heroes are best for ranking up, and why.
Key points: For players below Emissary, the best climbing heroes are self-sufficient ones that don't rely on teammates; Marksmen like Seven and Haze farm quickly and scale into late-game monsters; Mystic heroes like Dynamo and Kelvin bring utility and teamfight power.
Picking the right hero is half the climb in Deadlock. Some heroes carry games at low ranks, others only shine with coordinated teams. Here's the current breakdown of which heroes are best for ranking up, and why.
For players below Emissary, the best climbing heroes are self-sufficient ones that don't rely on teammates. Brawlers like Abrams and Mo & Krill are strong choices because they can win lanes on their own, survive mistakes, and turn fights around with raw durability.
Marksmen like Seven and Haze farm quickly and scale into late-game monsters. At low ranks, games run long because teams struggle to close out — and that favors heroes with big late-game damage. If you can farm efficiently, these heroes carry hard.
Mystic heroes like Dynamo and Kelvin bring utility and teamfight power. They are slightly more dependent on teammates, but their ability to swing fights makes them reliable in most games.
Assassins like Pocket and Yamato have the highest skill ceiling but also the highest risk. If you have good mechanics, they are devastating. If not, you will feed. These are better for players who already understand the game.
The safest approach for climbing: pick one hero from the top of the current tier list that fits your playstyle, then learn it deeply. Consistency on one hero beats switching with every patch.
Also consider the current meta. After every balance patch, the strongest heroes shift. A hero that gets buffed usually climbs the win-rate charts within a week, making it a great time to play them.
At high ranks, the picture changes. Ascendant and Eternus games reward coordination and counter-picking. The best hero is often the one that fits your team comp and counters the enemy's strongest player.
If you're not sure which hero fits you, try the different roles: Brawler for frontline trades, Marksman for ranged damage, Mystic for spirit power, Assassin for burst. Play a few games with each role and see which feels natural.
Once you have a main, learn their ability combos, power spikes, and matchups. Check the latest tier list and win rates before each ranked session so you know whether your hero is strong right now.
Remember: the hero matters, but consistency matters more. A player with 200 games on one hero will beat a player hopping between 10 heroes every time. Stick to your pool, keep your builds updated, and the rank will follow.