Valve's highly anticipated MOBA hero shooter, Deadlock, remains in an invite-only testing phase as the developers continue refining and iterating on the game. However, a recent livestream mishap appears to have inadvertently unveiled the existence of a second, even more exclusive playtest featuring previously unseen characters and significant redesigns.
During a live stream hosted by a prominent Deadlock player, it seemed the streamer accidentally opened the wrong version of the game. This error, reported by Eurogamer, led to the accidental broadcast of a new roster that included fresh faces such as the nostalgic Doorman, intellectual Bookworm, and gothic Vampirebat. Additionally, some existing characters like Ivy received noticeable visual updates. Although the streamer promptly terminated the stream upon realizing the mistake, the damage was already done as viewers managed to capture screenshots of the unreleased content.
At this time, no further details about this potential playtest have surfaced, though this latest leak is still unfolding. Deadlock has been no stranger to leaks since its very inception, with much of its initial reveal coming via similar unauthorized disclosures. While Valve has previously employed the Hero Labs mode to allow players to test upcoming heroes, the discovery of this secondary, ultra-exclusive playtest suggests an alternative approach to gathering feedback from a highly curated group of testers.
Despite its current invitation-only status, Deadlock has attracted considerable attention from both shooter enthusiasts and MOBA aficionados alike. The anticipation surrounding a new title from Valve alone generates buzz, but the game's secretive development process has only heightened its allure. Now, with the revelation of this additional, highly restricted playtest, speculation among the community is bound to intensify.
One Reddit user humorously noted the irony, quipping, "Oh great, as if one Lash wasn't bad enough, now there are two of him!" This comment highlights the ongoing challenge for players to keep up with the rapidly evolving landscape of Deadlock's development.
