As the release date for Valorant’s upcoming Agent Deadlock draws near, fans are excited to know more details about the Norwegian Sentinel that’s all set to be introduced to the game alongside the Episode 7 Act 1 update.
The official launch of the new Agent in Valorant is just a couple of days away, and we’ve already had the opportunity to get a preview of her abilities and the full range of her contributions to the battlefield. Possessing an array of cutting-edge nanowire at her disposal, Deadlock is able to secure sites and important choke-points from her enemies on the battlefield.
In this article, we’re gonna take a look at everything that you need to know about the new Valorant Sentinel ahead of her release including her release date, abilities, and more.
When Is Deadlock Coming To Valorant?
As mentioned earlier, Valorant Deadlock will make her entrance to Valorant with the Episode update. As already confirmed by Riot Games, Deadlock will go live in the competitive shooter on June 27, 2023.
Valorant Agent Deadlock Abilities:
Let’s take a look at all the abilities of the new Valorant Agent, Deadlock.
- GravNet
EQUIP a GravNet grenade. FIRE to throw. ALT FIRE to lob the grenade underhand. The GravNet detonates upon landing, forcing any enemies caught within to crouch and move slowly.
- Sonic Sensor (Q)
EQUIP a Sonic Sensor. FIRE to deploy. The sensor monitors an area for enemies making sound. It concusses that area if footsteps, weapons fire, or significant noise are detected.
- Barrier Mesh (E)
EQUIP a Barrier Mesh disc. FIRE to throw forward. Upon landing, the disc generates barriers from the origin point that block character movement.
- Annihilation (X)
EQUIP a Nanowire Accelerator. FIRE to unleash a pulse of nanowires that captures the first enemy contacted. The cocooned enemy is pulled along a nanowire path and will die if they reach the end, unless they are freed. The nanowire cocoon is destructible.
According to game designer Alexander Mistakidis, Deadlock’s ultimate takes inspiration from hook characters like Blitzcrank from League of Legends.
“As a player who loves playing hook characters like Blitzcrank in any game, I took it as a personal challenge to explore ways to bring the thrill of a hook ability while also ensuring that it was tactical,” Mistakidis said in a statement. “It was a tough problem to crack that encouraged skepticism, as we didn’t want the hook to overpower gunplay or the fundamentals of the game.”
Fans of the shooter will undoubtedly be looking forward to witnessing the performance of Deadlock in pro play. Stay updated with the latest news in gaming and esports by signing up for early access to TalkEsport’s Mobile App. Follow us on Twitter and Google News to ensure you never miss the exciting updates.
FAQs about Deadlock
Q: What is Deadlock’s role in Valorant?
A: Deadlock is a Sentinel agent, which means she is designed to hold down sites and protect her team’s investments. Her abilities allow her to disrupt enemy movement, concuss enemies, and even pull an enemy towards her with a grappling hook.
Q: What are Deadlock’s abilities?
A: Deadlock’s abilities are:
- GravNet: A grenade that slows down and immobilizes enemies caught in its radius.
- Sonic Sensor: A device that monitors an area for enemies making noise and concusses them if they are detected.
- Barrier Mesh: A disc that creates a physical barrier that blocks enemy movement.
- Annihilation: A grappling hook that pulls the first enemy it contacts towards Deadlock.
Q: When will Deadlock be released?
A: Deadlock will be released on June 27, 2023, alongside the Episode 7 Act 1 update.
Q: Where can I learn more about Deadlock?
A: You can learn more about Deadlock on the Valorant website or by watching the official trailer.
