A Deadlock Beginner Guide: Advice I Wish I Had When I Started

[@Mr_Fruit]

Pro tip: Let Datto carry you

[@rcditti]

MISTA FRUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUTTT

[@gcarsk]

Mr Fruit, MTashed, and Datto all making Deadlock vids??? Would love to see a whole 6-man raid fireteam in this!

[@N7_Gyoza]

Dreamteam & Memeteam Deadlock when?? 🙏

[@MisterTophSir]

Fan of your cannel as well MF. I'm going to put my tip here as well since I saw you not use it in one of your recent videos. The zipline boost doesn't end when you leave the zipline. You can boost back to base, heal up, then boose back to lane. Very helpful when you still have a lane shop since you can just heal and buy when you get back to lane.

[@PK-Sparrow]

Mister fruuuiiiit I have a challenge for ya! Big props to whoever remembers that. We are old.

[@Zinthos.]

Pro tip: Don't run into the enemy base thinking it's your base 😂

[@ProSlayer11]

I was just about to comment this when I saw point 12 🤣

[@navyassassin4164]

GOTTEM

[@Jonny_Rhombus]

Big question: why does Shiv have a “rage” bar in the sandbox, but not in game?

[@frostacy6765]

​@@Jonny_Rhombusrage bar unlocks when ultimate is unlocked

[@Jonny_Rhombus]

@@frostacy6765 Most appreciated 🤌

[@SirCamWA]

Hello, Datto! Can't wait for Datto to transcend to being the optimal dps Deadlock guy :)

[@irrelephents]

I genuinely had no clue how MOBAs really worked, so the quick overview was pretty nice just to have a better grasp of the base concepts. Thanks for the breakdown and beginner options!

[@groovytonyYT]

Pro tip: hold down ALT and you can draw on the map. Use it to coordinate with your teammates, or express your artistic talents, both are valid use cases

[@tmrwtoas]

dicks. dicks everywhere. middle fingers and dicks.

[@BenAM.Barron]

This is a great intro! For movement, I would recommend learning to dash-slide constantly. The slide carries your dash momentum for a bit, and is generally a fast way to move around the map. Especially on ramps/stairs. Also, sliding gives you unlimited ammo, which allows some characters to DUMP into an enemy for free.

[@Stubbaroni]

I think the “sell late, sell often” was the part that I got caught up on trying it out for myself, as someone who’s moba experience is Smite

[@Arunnn241]

Doesn't smite have those starter items that you're supposed to sell?

[@Stubbaroni]

@@Arunnn241 not anymore, they switched to another system where you upgrade them at max level

[@vincentgirard4950]

Starter tip: most of the buils you can browse are catered to the builder’s playstyle. If you want your best experience, find one with items you want to build, BUT build your own into it and see what suits the hero best. Wraith has a lot of gun builds, but speccing into spirit cooldown and damage for her first ability can be a deadly combo too! Just an example.

[@prismriot4910]

A tip I want to add for players new to MOBAS in general. Unless you are going true tank, investing into damage early is often more impactful than investing into defense. I generally grab the healing item first but that’s a personal QOL thing for me. A follow-up, a VERY important one for any moba: if you are losing lane, THAT is when you build beefy early. If you’re getting stomped, it doesn’t matter how much damage you buy, they will have bought MORE, so they will win damage trades every time. At that point your goal is not to kill them, your goal is to get defensive items so can farm minions and SURVIVE.

[@draecas]

This is exactly the kinda vid I've been waiting for, and I'm really glad you made it. I'm here for Datto Does Deadlock

[@Regulith]

I don't intend to play the game myself but I'm here to voice my support for more deadlock content because it's fun to watch

[@botanical3651]

On the movement section, the momentum from the dash jump is STRONG. Most characters who lose movement or get slowed down by their own ability, like Viscous' Cube or Pocket's first ability, you can hold that momentum and make that particular move high speed or have SOME movement for your offensive or defensive need.

[@kaihartley9327]

Very good guide, Datto! To add on, I'd suggest getting to know the zip lines better. If you get on the zip line, you can be shot and stunned for a few seconds which makes escapes hard. Make sure to run a little further than you would think so you can escape safely. After three seconds of riding a zip line, you will get a blue shield that prevents the stun, but you can still take damage during this time. Keep that in mind if you are playing against a Grey Talon or a Vindicta as they have long range high damage attacks that can still kill you. As for using the zipline speed boost, there's a really long cooldown. Don't use it out the gate. That doesn't actually do anything since you can't really rush someone early and expect a kill without minions or weakening them. Use it when you first die. That'll let you rocket right back to the fight and clean up anyone who doesn't follow rule 13. In the later game, use it only to save a lane guardian or walker or help your team out with a group fight. I often play assassin type characters like Lash and Yamato and being able to zip quickly and then jump past the enemy team makes for some great ganking.

[@1Shayz1]

Zip line boost lasts for 30 seconds, so optimal use for it is to rush back to base to heal then rush back, similar to how teleport to base works in other MOBAs

[@kaihartley9327]

@@1Shayz1 True. That's also a really good idea to use it especially if you've wiped your lane and want to get back at full health.

[@BarnsyBDC]

Thanks for the effort here mate, much appreciated, I've only been playing a few days so this is a massive assist

[@elegy8187]

Great vid Datto! My tip is to use your slide for movement. Any time you’re walking down a slope you can press crouch to slide down the slope, which will be faster and give you infinite ammo as long as you’re sliding. You can also hold crouch after a dash to slide out of the dash, which lets you keep the momentum from your dash over a longer distance without using 2 stamina bars like a dash-jump does. Sliding really helps you move faster while using less of your stamina to do so.

[@ShibbyMuk]

I'm early in the video and this could get mentioned but another great way to learn is to hit "Watch" in the main menu and the 1st page is generally the higher skilled games taking place right now. You can spectate people playing a hero you want to learn and use that to pick up on things they do and how they build their character

[@theycallmeturtle7465]

Fun fact: The VA for the Patron on the Sapphire team also does the voice of Savathûn in D2

[@MrRukrio1]

an example of early game items that can go surprisingly long depending on the character is Soul Shredder Bullets and Bullet Resist Shredder. Bullet Resist Shredder has an easy synergy with Mystic Shot and Tesla Bullets, the latter of the two can work with Ricochet if you really want to shred jungles. Soul Shredder Bullets on the other hand can be swapped for stuff that will inevitably outclass it... but at the same time, this depends a lot on your character: what works for a Macginnis or an Infernus may not work for Pocket or Vindicta. EDIT: another example, if you have a character with a long ass reload that would be better with the time spent reloading halved, is Active Reload. does exactly what it says on the tin, gives you a Gears of War style manual reload timing window and if you hit it, you get a buff to that mag you now have freshly reloaded. Fleetfoot is another good item as it lets you throw out the movement speed penalty while using your gun- something that may be entirely useless if your character's gun is not rapid fire. TLDR learn what works best for each character

[@ItsFelix_]

i love that this game is supposed to be in an "invite only closed beta" sorta phase, but at this point it might aswell be fully released with how easy it is to give people access to the game

[@traveldanielle]

wow, Deadlock sounds SO fun!! Thanks for all the hot tips! I love hot tips from a hot guy. Do you wanna go out sometime?

[@ClairvoyantLastrus]

Omg, what if you two fed in lane together? So romantic 😍 /s

[@JWStreeter]

he doesnt have a penis

[@Oni_Evergarden]

I'm just glad Datto is passionate about a game. I'll play Deadlock but I'm over PvP games myself atm

[@Sidorio]

This is really really solid and concise advice! Good video Datto!

[@ARaccoonTalking]

Really happy to see you're enjoying Deadlock and making videos on it! From a viewer, though, please just focus on having fun with something that isn't Destiny and don't get overwhelmed with making content or streaming too too much.

[@prince_warhero]

So happy to see deadlock content from datto!!

[@Parfait974VT]

Great starter Datto, Just wanted to add a general rule of thumb. If you arnt sure what you should be doing, do what has the highest income for low risk

[@kcw0]

Solid guide with answers to some questions I didn't even know I had! Thank you sir, maybe now I will do better than 1-6-2 lolol

[@udontknowme00]

Watching this video knowing damn well I am never getting an invite

[@rogeliomedina9541]

I could give you an invite if you want. I can just add ya on steam so I can send it.

[@TeeBeeOhh]

both the subreddit for the game and the fan discord hand out invites like candy

[@k1llerkomannder]

​Hey i know its kinda pushy to ask, but if you still have it, could you,give it to me? Code is:1267666418 t​@@rogeliomedina9541

[@k1llerkomannder]

Hey i know its kinda pushy if i ask u this, but could give it to me? Code:1267666418 ​@@rogeliomedina9541

[@lazersharkbro1911]

yeah if you want one i can invite you

[@urazz7739]

I myself tend to avoid going into the underground section alone because if you get caught there, then you could be screwed hard by the enemy heroes if they catch you

[@GeremyG]

Game looks fun, glad to see Datto enjoying other stuff!

[@TeeBeeOhh]

this video should have the raid guide music, just saying

[@keybirdgaming4527]

I don't think that's something you can break out for this. It loses its charm if it's used for every single tips or guide

[@ShadowChief117]

Honestly the only thing you didn't mention was the soul urn mechanic and having seen so many teammates ignore it completely I do wish it was in this beginner video lol though I recognize that it kinda can be encompassed by the learn the map tip

[@lolosh99]

I hope this video blows up and Datto becomes a deadlock KZbinr. New era incoming?

[@Lazerfaced]

Datto does Deadlock

[@blinkals]

Love the Destiny Videos and love the Deadlock videos even more, just got access to the game and would love more gameplay videos!

[@tucker2138]

Clicked on this not knowing it was Datto, then got pleasantly surprised when I heard his voice lol

[@gussstodon1816]

Ive never played mobas but this game looks way too good. Might have to actually fall down this rabbit hole. Love the content! Looking forward to more!😁

[@MisterTophSir]

The zipline boost doesn't end when you leave the zipline. You can boost back to base, heal up, then boost back to lane.

[@Fishbumpss]

Great content Datto! Hoping I can get a PC by the time this game is full released!

[@prince_warhero]

Add one more - sliding gives you infinite ammo during the duration of slide. Dash and then press crouch button slide . When chasing enemies running in low health, if you run out of mag don't waste time reloading just dash and slide shoot the enemy and get that kill

[@bignosearab7895]

Yooooo! Can't wait for more Dattolock content.

[@MathiasGoated]

Really enjoying this game! Loving the content on it too

[@laviesta4851]

More tips is always good.

[@TheAxeHopper]

Quick notes on deny - for the first 10 minutes of the game, you get half the souls for last hitting, half the souls for the orb. So if you get denied, you still got at least half the soul instead of losing all of it. Furthermore, two teammates in an early lane share souls 100% -- it's not split, you both get the full amount. After 10 minutes though, all the souls are in the orb. If it's denied, that's literally all of it. Also, souls are now split between those in the lane, so two players wouldn't both get 100%, they would get 50% each (or even less if there's more more than two players in a lane).

[@ProjektReaper]

Great tips, much appreciated

[@WishNoMore]

This game has taken over my life despairge

[@CatWithThumb]

not much of a deadlock player but for league I try keep certain item actives on certain keys e.g 1 is always my defensive active, 2 is my auto reset active ect. it helps me with that muscle memory of using actives for certain things. not sure how well this would translate to deadlock but I assume you can select what keybind you want certain actives to be

[@gettingbeat]

Loving the deadlock content

[@odd02]

Pro Tip: If you deliver the spirit urn....PLEASE shoot or melee the souls that comes out of it. If not you're risking the enemy stealing them.

[@Yung6Pack]

Don't use the default builds, always make sure to browse builds. Also when it comes to movement, get in the habit of sliding after dodges too for extra distance and speed from every dodge.

[@kylegaines9677]

1:07 - Abrams 2:54 - Bebop 5:07 - Dynamo 6:44 - Grey Talon 8:20 - Haze 10:05 - Infernus 11:38 - Ivy 12:56 - Kelvin 14:01 - Lady Geist 15:27 - Lash 16:48 - McGinnis 17:43 - Mo & Krill 18:43 - Paradox 20:08 - Pocket 21:07 - Seven 22:42 - Shiv 23:52 - Vindicta 25:27 - Viscous 26:35 - Wraith 27:52 - Warden 28:58 - Yamato

[@danielmercado661]

loving the content!!!!

[@Solidwake]

Play the tutorial for a couple of hours. It really pays off when you get the hang of the map/mechanics/characters before joining a game. If there isnt an official ranking system or matchmaking system, your bound to be in games with sweaty players. Always watch your distance. Picking off candleman is fine, don't over extend into enemy space without your own candleman to back you up at least. You will be picked off by players or gankers.

[@zeeejay]

i cannot stand playing mobas but man its so fun to watch

[@madengineerkyouma]

Hope someday I can play the game and apply those tips xD

[@HoopleHeadUSA]

Here to support the non Destiny content

[@LilskeevsGaming]

good video, thanks mate!

[@Han-bw5zn]

I'm still surprised how huge the map feels. It doesnt feel like the city theme is just an afterthought to make it look cool. I only did the tutorial and 3 bot game but I don't even leave my lane except at the last minutes yet lol

[@thadandyman]

I don't even play Deadlock (it looks cool though), but I love me some Datto guides/ tips.

[@DailyDeadlockContent]

Great guide

[@Jasperdurr]

I feel like there should be a way for you to pick out which characters the bots play so you can practice against specific heroes ya know?

[@Carlos-gy7mx]

Good stuff good stuff 👀

[@chrisXhull]

Wish I could even play this game looks so fun.

[@christianbedard5182]

Who does this guy think he is? Datto does Deadlock? Love to see it

[@Eyevandoh]

Can we get the raid guide music added to this? Asking for a friend.

[@crowbahr]

Note: boxes only give souls. Statues only give buffs.

[@QuaintAmerican]

What kind of Shiv build do you use?

[@resentfusion5634]

Thanks for the video glhf

[@bd0g_]

poggin outta my mind rn

[@ManifestGamingChannel]

Everything underground is color coded with street names.

[@luckmyst3r986]

Love the game icl, obviously a few things here and there that need to be changed and some characters imo are a bit strong but its a very promising game.

[@Sye_1337]

Pipes for deadlock contact that's for sure

[@abhisheknag4773]

Since this Is a Valve Moba , there will not be a Jungler Role per se. Please teamfight when playing with mcginnis.

[@thomasferrari6204]

DOTA 2 isn’t enough because this scratches a completely different itch.

[@Puffdaddyjamal]

We essentially got TF3 and Dota 3 before GTA 6

[@riptidal7213]

Datto Does Deadlock 👀

[@nashkell]

no dealock guide music yet

[@andrewhighley1468]

Don't say Baron. This is a valve game we say Roshan around these parts

[@RubyAlternate]

"Find your best harassment tools and use them as best as you can" online trolls live by this motto

[@Hollowendz]

mention dash jump but dont tell you how ???

[@AmazingTaquitos]

commenting for engagement!!!

[@SevenVT12]

Oh boy! My opinion!

[@Bloodsole]

dattodoesdeadlock!!

[@pssyo2566]

Why didnt I know about this channel?

[@faustino6783]

i am sorry but items should have unique images like league, its just so much easier to remember

[@okcoolmax]

Datto does deadloooooooockkk

[@FriscoFatseas]

1st day impression: get this pig off me

[@razy1255]

ty for the guide datto. hope these content pop off and you can let destiny die finally

[@Arunnn241]

You're not allowed to say you "enjoy" deadlock when you're playing shiv.

[@levihudson4200]

Datto Does Deadlock

[@RoyaltonDrummer922]

I’m a console player so I’ll never play this game but watching anyway

[@thememeguy9908]

Deadlock I have a slight disliking towards the character known as "Ivy".

[@jacobriggs5718]

Investing

[@SLR86]

Deadlock is Predecessor

[@scaristories]

Pro tip don’t play the game every single match has leavers on both teams

[@Ben-lw5fx]

I am going to bot match like a mofo.

[@krummi1725]

you know, you could maybe transition to a deadlock channel?

[@C10Clipz]

Lemme get a invite

[@WildeTernence-f9r]

Walker Mary Allen Deborah Brown John

[@peachymain]

can someone invite me 😭

[@peachymain]

same

[@Canadian_LEGO]

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