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Valve's Deadlock praised for its New York-inspired character designs
Original: Deadlock is the king of MOBA character designs, and it's all thanks to Valve's embrace of New Yorkyness I want to be a p
A PC Gamer article argues that Valve's in-development MOBA Deadlock has the strongest character designs in the genre, crediting their appeal to the game's strong New York atmosphere and aesthetics. The piece says the city-infused style gives the roster a distinct personality that sets Deadlock apart from other MOBAs. Players continue debating which design-focused title leads the genre.
Why now: Deadlock is Valve's high-profile unannounced MOBA currently in playtesting, so coverage and debate about its design choices draw attention from genre fans.
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