Valve: Deadlock Not Ready for Public Release
Valve says Deadlock is still too unfinished for a public release, and outlines work on hero cosmetics, progression, and new game modes.
Valve has published its first proper development update for Deadlock, stating that the game is still too unfinished for a public release. The studio shared the update to give players a look at what the team is working on.
According to Valve, current work includes progression systems and customizations for heroes and hideouts. The team is also exploring speculative features such as large item redesigns and additions, as well as alternative game modes.
Visual updates for older heroes will likely be worked on gradually in the near future for upcoming updates, Valve said.
In background, earlier this year the Old Gods, New Blood update added six new heroes and visual overhauls to Deadlock. The City Never Sleeps update included a redesigned map and items.
pcgamer.com reported on the development update.
Quick answers
Is Deadlock getting a public release soon?
No. Valve stated that Deadlock is still too unfinished for a public release.
What is Valve working on for Deadlock?
Valve said the team is working on progression and hero/hideout customizations, as well as speculative features such as large item redesigns and additions and alternative game modes.
Will older heroes get visual updates?
Valve said visual updates for older heroes will likely be worked on gradually in the near future for upcoming updates.