Valve's Unannounced Hero Shooter 'Deadlock' Draws 18,000 Concurrent Players

Despite no official announcement, 'Deadlock' has surged in popularity through leaks and an invite-based early access system.

'Deadlock' combines elements of hero shooters and MOBAs, featuring a 6v6 format with tower defense mechanics.
The game has been in development since 2018 and integrates steampunk and fantasy themes.
Players can invite friends to join the playtest, contributing to the rapid growth in concurrent users.
Valve has yet to formally reveal 'Deadlock,' but its player base continues to expand.
Speculation suggests an official announcement could be imminent given the game's rising popularity.