For a current, data-led pick, Rat King, Paige and Graves are the clearest high performers in recent ranked snapshots—but there is no universal Deadlock tier list. The results vary by mode, rank range, time window and scoring method. This snapshot is checked against game information dated October 6–7, 2026; use it as a practice priority, not a guarantee of winning.
What is the current Deadlock tier list?
The sources below do not measure the same player population, so their rankings should be read separately rather than averaged into a single score. SeeMeta’s ranked, all-ranks page supplies the most recent detailed top-five rates in this snapshot.
| Source and population | Data window and sample | Reported leaders | How to read the result |
|---|---|---|---|
| SeeMeta — Ranked, all ranks | September 22–October 6, 2026; 202,240 matches; page updated October 6 | Rat King 60.2%; Paige 54.9%; Graves 54.8%; Victor 54.5%; Haze 52.6% | These are the page’s listed top five and displayed rates, not a cross-site consensus. The listed order is retained from the source. |
| Deadlocktierlist.com — Standard, Phantom+ Season | 4,741 matches; synced October 1, 2026 | McGinnis 56.3%; Vyper 55.2%; Ivy 54.5% | Its score combines win rate, pick rate and ban rate. The page flags the data as stale after four days without an update, so this snapshot was outside its stated freshness window by October 8. |
| LockCodex — recent 14-day view | 597,269 matches since September 26; page updated October 7, 2026 | Rat King, Paige and Graves in S tier | The page ranks by win rate over the last 14 days, adjusted for sample size; it does not provide individual rates in the summarized ranking here. |
The SeeMeta figures are not perfectly sorted by percentage in the source’s displayed top-five order: Victor’s 54.5% is above Haze’s 52.6%. The rates are presented as reported, rather than silently reordering the source’s list.
Who is the best hero in Deadlock?
Rat King is the most consistent standout across the ranked snapshots summarized here: SeeMeta lists him at 60.2% win rate in its all-ranks data, and LockCodex places him in S tier. That does not establish him as the best choice for every player or mode. Paige and Graves also appear near the top in both ranked-oriented sources.
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For Standard Phantom+ Season, the cited data instead puts McGinnis, Vyper and Ivy at the top. That list is based on a different mode and rank segment, and its blended score is not directly comparable to SeeMeta’s reported win rates.
Does the Deadlock tier list change by rank or mode?
Yes. A ranked, all-ranks view can differ from a Standard Phantom+ Season list because the players, mode, date range and scoring rules differ. A hero may perform well in one population without leading another. Treat each row in the table as an answer to a different, narrowly defined question—not as competing measurements of one identical ladder.
Rank #2
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- Funny game design: When players put on strange pants and throw the ball, it will be the focus of the whole game. Multiplayer games can create a lively and cheerful party atmosphere, enhance teamwork, break deadlock, and increase energy
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The pages also use different formulas. SeeMeta reports win rates; Deadlocktierlist.com says it combines win, pick and ban rates; LockCodex says it adjusts win rate for sample size. A blended score can reward a different profile than win rate alone, and sample-size adjustment can change the ordering of low-volume heroes.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.How current is this Deadlock tier list?
Valve’s official Deadlock information page shows an October 6, 2026 game update titled “Mind the Birds!”; official game data identifies client-6759 on October 7. The official information page is useful for patch context, but it does not publish an official hero tier list. The rankings above are third-party statistics, not Valve recommendations.
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Rank #3
- Outdoor Game Set: This set includes 2 pcs of oversized granny pants, one green and one yellow, 10 six color stretch balls, and 1 random color air pump, designed specifically for outdoor entertainment throwing games
- Funny game design: When players put on strange pants and throw the ball, it will be the focus of the whole game. Multiplayer games can create a lively and cheerful party atmosphere, enhance teamwork, break deadlock, and increase energy
- Durable and Safe Structure: Our granny pants for outdoor games are made of metal retaining rings and soft, skin friendly, and durable tear resistant fabric. The six color ball is made of thick material that is not easily damaged. After inflation, it can reach 8.6 inches. The six color ball is also suitable for playing in parks, beach balls, swimming pools and other venues
- Portability and Convenience: Designed for quick installation and compact storage, this party game is easy to pack into a backpack, making it ready for use on the go for family outdoor games, short trips such as camping trips, park parties, or school events
- Multi functional outdoor activities: Large sized pants are suitable for both adults and kids, making them perfect for backyard barbecues, family birthday parties, weekend parent-child activities, holiday dinners (Christmas, Independence Day), camping trips, or community entertainment activities. It turns any outdoor space into an amusement park
Because patches can change balance and player behavior, check the data date and mode when revisiting any list. In this snapshot, SeeMeta’s window ends on October 6, LockCodex was updated October 7, and Deadlocktierlist.com’s Standard page was synced October 1 and had passed its own four-day freshness threshold by October 8.
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Rank #4
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How should you use a tier list to choose a hero?
- Start with the relevant queue and rank. Use the Standard Phantom+ snapshot only if that population resembles your games; it is not a stand-in for all-ranks ranked play.
- Use a tier as a shortlist, not an instruction. A strong aggregate rate does not account for your familiarity, team composition, matchups or execution.
- Prioritize practice where performance and comfort overlap. If Rat King, Paige or Graves suits your playstyle, the ranked snapshots give you a reason to test them; they do not prove that switching will improve your results.
- Recheck after updates. A patch or a stale data window can make an otherwise accurate list a poor description of the current meta.
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