update · October 24, 2024

Deadlock October 24 Update Adds Hero Labs and Player Commends

Valve's latest update for Deadlock introduces Hero Labs, an experimental matchmaking mode featuring six in-progress heroes. The patch also adds player commends, character shader updates, and environment lighting changes.

Valve has released a new update for Deadlock, highlighted by the introduction of Hero Labs as an experimental matchmaking queue. The patch also brings social commend features alongside visual upgrades to character shaders and environment lighting.

Hero Labs and New Matchmaking

Hero Labs launches as an experimental matchmaking mode designed to test work-in-progress content. The mode introduces six in-progress heroes for players to test in live matches.

Player Commends and Visual Upgrades

Players can use a commend system to recognize teammates after matches. Visual updates roll out across character shaders and environment lighting to alter the look of matches.

Why this patch matters

This update expands testing options with experimental hero queues while introducing foundational social features like player commends.