New Deadlock Patch Adds Mirage Hero and Introduces Fun Anti-Cheat System

The newest Deadlock patch has been released, and it comes with some exciting updates. Among the most notable changes is the introduction of a new hero, Mirage, and a clever, playful twist to the much-anticipated anti-cheat system.

Meet Mirage: Deadlock's Latest Hero

The highlight of this update is the addition of Mirage, a brand-new hero that players can enjoy for free. Mirage brings some unique abilities that stand out from other heroes in Deadlock. His four primary skills are designed to offer both offense and defense, and they promise to make him a versatile asset in battle.

Mirage’s Abilities:

1. Tornado: Mirage can transform into a tornado, propelling himself forward. If he collides with an enemy, they are hurled into the air and take damage. Additionally, Mirage gains bullet evasion during and after this move.

2. Fire Scarabs: Fires a scarab at the target, siphoning health from enemies and applying a bullet resistance debuff.

3. Djinn's Mark: Mirage places a multiplier on enemies he shoots. When the multiplier reaches a threshold, the enemy takes spirit damage and is temporarily visible on the map.

4. Traveler: Teleports to a teammate or visible enemy on the map, granting Mirage movement and fire rate buffs after the teleportation.

These abilities are sure to bring new dynamics to Deadlock’s gameplay, making Mirage a hero that players will want to master.

A Hilarious Anti-Cheat Twist

The patch also introduces a long-awaited anti-cheat system, but Valve has added a playful touch to it. When a cheater is detected during a match, the opposing team can vote to either end the game immediately and ban the cheater or transform the cheater into a frog for the rest of the match. Once the match concludes, the cheater will face a ban.

This system is still in its testing phase, but it offers an amusing way to address cheating. While cheating is an issue in many free-to-play games, this method adds some fun to the frustration, making cheaters feel the consequences of their actions during gameplay.

Other Patch Notes

The update also includes various balance adjustments. Numerous heroes have received nerfs, maps have been modified, and smaller quality-of-life improvements have been added. This patch is one of the most comprehensive updates Deadlock has seen and offers a fresh experience for players.