Deadlock's Chess Hero Pushes It Past TF2's Record
This milestone shows that even in a crowded MOBA market, Valve's brand and innovative hero design can draw massive crowds. For players, it signals that Deadlock is a serious contender worth watching.
This milestone shows that even in a crowded MOBA market, Valve's brand and innovative hero design can draw massive crowds. For players, it signals that Deadlock is a serious contender worth watching.
Key points - Deadlock reached 262,145 concurrent players on Steam, according to SteamDB. - This surpasses Team Fortress 2's all-time peak of 253,997 concurrent players. - The milestone coincided with the addition of Solomon, a chess-themed hero. - Deadlock remains invite-only despite its high player count. - Team Fortress 2's peak occurred three years ago and may have been affected by botting and idle servers.
Timeline - Two years ago: Deadlock first leaked, generating early buzz. - Yesterday: Deadlock added new hero Solomon and hit 262,145 concurrent players. - Three years ago: Team Fortress 2 set its all-time concurrent player peak of 253,997.
FAQ
Q: Is Deadlock free to play? A: Deadlock is currently in invite-only testing, so access is limited. Valve hasn't announced final pricing or release plans.
Q: What is Deadlock? A: Deadlock is Valve's upcoming hero shooter-MOBA hybrid, blending elements of both genres. It's been in development for years.
Q: How does Deadlock's player count compare to other Valve games? A: It just surpassed Team Fortress 2's all-time peak, but it's still behind giants like Counter-Strike 2 and Dota 2.
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