Deadlockoften focuses a lot on mobility.

Players usually need to be aware of their surroundings and move their characters in hopes of avoiding incoming attacks.

McGinnis' powerful kit allows a playstyle that revolves around building defenses and maximizing damage output.

McGinnis shooting with her turret by her side in Deadlock.

In doing so, many players can decide how to progress their build through the game.

The game is still in development.

Expect a lot more balance changes and improvements over time.

Three examples of high DPS heroes in Deadlock.

Moreover,Heavy Barrage deals incredible damage at range, even though it limits McGinnis' mobility.

Heavy Barrage

Upon activation,you unleash rockets that deal 30 damage per second.

it’s possible for you to control its area of effect (AoE) while doing so.

McGinnis abilities showcased in Deadlock’s menu.

It lasts for 13 seconds.

Medicinal Specter is an instrumental abilitywhen you better protect yourself.

McGinnis' Spectral Wall is a highly defensive ability thatcan confuse, slow down, and damage opponents.

McGinnis healing herself and teammate in Deadlock.

Upgrades And Builds For McGinnis

Early game is all about focusing on McGinnis' minigun.

This allows you to quickly take out minions and farm souls.

For beginners, this is a great way to learn the basics of firing bullets at the right time.

Purchasing items for McGinnis in Deadlock.

Stage

Items

Early Game: Building decent bullet damage and building resilience.

Soul Shredder Bullets, Spirit Lifesteal, Bullet Armor, Spirit Armor, and Improved Cooldown.

Mid Game: Focusing on maximizing your abilities and damage potential.

Deadlock character holding a gun and standing still.

Rapid Recharge, Superior Cooldown, Improved Spirit, Intensifying Magazine, and Superior Duration.

Late Game: Place more Turrets, improve firepower, and hold down a lane.

Titanic Magazine, Silencer, Soul Rebirth, Echo Shard, and Boundless Spirit.

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Having these items equipped makes McGinnis the ultimate powerhouse of damage potential.

Additionally, you could also usesituational items that work in favor of her kit.

Playstyle Strategy

McGinnis' abilities are best utilized when pushing a single lane.

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When fighting an enemy, venture to stand in the zone created by your Medicinal Specter.

This will heal you up if you take damage.

Spectral Wall For Defenses

This ability is best used defensively.

If they make a run at move through the wall, they slow down while taking damage.

Before diving into a match of Deadlock, here are a few things to keep in mind.