As Deadlock soars to a six figure player count on Steam, take an early look at Valve's latest when it was a lot more sci-fi, and a lot less unique
Briefly

Deadlock's unexpected success before its official release is notable, reaching over 164,855 concurrent players on Steam, showcasing the power of word-of-mouth and pre-release buzz.
Before the official announcement, all information about Deadlock originated from leaks, indicating significant interest and anticipation, culminating in a substantial player count even during early access.
The early design of Deadlock, initially named Neon Prime, shows familiar gameplay mechanics and aesthetics, but the final iteration bears a more compelling sci-fi and cyberpunk setting.
Valve's approach allows for wide player access before launch, which effectively builds anticipation and interest, potentially leading to even greater success upon the official release.
Read at VG247
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