Valve: Deadlock still too unfinished for public release

Valve published its first proper Deadlock development update, saying the invite-only MOBA is not close to a public launch. The team is working on hero cosmetics, progression, item redesigns and possible alternative game modes, including a rumored PvE mode.

• Valve says core game needs more work before polish phase
• Progression and hero/hideout customization are in development
• Alternative game modes and large item redesigns under consideration
• City Never Sleeps update already added a redesigned map and items