Valve's Deadlock Unveils Exclusive New Build

Valve's hero shooter MOBA Deadlock remains in its exclusive invite-only testing phase as development continues. However, a recent livestream mishap appears to have unveiled a second, more restricted playtest featuring unreleased characters and redesigns.

The leaks originated from a prominent Deadlock player's broadcast, where they seemingly launched the wrong game version during their stream (via Eurogamer).

Viewers captured footage showing unfamiliar characters including vintage-inspired Doorman, scholarly Bookworm, and gothic Vampirebat, alongside redesigned visuals for existing heroes like Ivy. Though the streamer promptly ended the session, the accidental reveal had already happened.

While details remain scarce following this recent leak, Deadlock has consistently battled secrecy issues - even its initial announcement followed numerous leaks. Though beta tests for upcoming updates aren't unusual, Deadlock maintains exceptional exclusivity despite these broader tests.

The community reaction proves divided, with r/DeadlockTheGame members expressing frustration about existing testers gaining additional access. Valve's Hero Labs previously allowed player testing of new characters, suggesting this might represent another specialized testing approach.

Despite its exclusive nature, Deadlock has attracted substantial interest from both shooter and MOBA enthusiasts. Valve's new title naturally draws attention, but its unconventional rollout strengthens intrigue. Now, speculation grows about this newly uncovered, ultra-exclusive build.

One Reddit user humorously summarizes community concerns: "Just what we needed - two versions of Lash to contend with!"