Deadlock Update: Calico Nerfed, Sinclair Reworked

Valve keeps the excitement alive with frequent updates for Deadlock, and their latest patch, though modest, has brought significant changes to four heroes. Calico, in particular, faced a substantial nerf: her Return to Shadows ability saw a cooldown increase of ten seconds, and 20% of the speed was shifted to T2. Additionally, the damage from her T2 Leaping Slash has been reduced, affecting her overall combat effectiveness.

Meanwhile, Sinclair's update focused on enhancing user experience with new sounds and animations, while his Rabbit Hex was transformed into an Area of Effect (AoE) ability, potentially changing his strategic role in the game. Both Holliday and Wraith also experienced nerfs, though the specifics of these adjustments weren't detailed in this update.

The changes weren't limited to heroes alone; several items also saw modifications. Ammo Scavenger now offers fewer stacks and no longer provides a health bonus, diminishing its utility. Extra Stamina and Restorative Shot lost their bonuses to Fire Rate and Weapon Damage, respectively, which could impact players' combat strategies.

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This marks the fifth update for Deadlock in 2025 and the first for February. Valve has shifted its approach to game development, moving away from a fixed patch schedule to a more dynamic model where updates are released as needed. Today's patch exemplifies this new strategy, keeping the game fresh and responsive to player feedback.