Valve’s Deadlock runs on the core fundamentals of a MOBA game. That also means that communication is always the key to winning matches. While the game already has voice and text comms options, sometimes things happen so fast that you only have a few seconds. Luckily, you can ping and draw on Deadlock’s mini map to communicate. Let’s begin doing that now!
How to Ping on the Mini Map in Deadlock
In Deadlock, you must hold the Left Alt button and click the Left/Right mouse button on the desired location on the mini map to initiate a ping. This action creates a green circle area and notifies teammates about it on their mini map. The ping also triggers an audio cue, allowing for quick communication during fast-paced gameplay.
But that's not all! You can also click on certain icons to let your teammates know about your activity. For example, if you are pushing a certain walker to unlock Flex Slots, click that walker on the mini map to alert your teammates. You can also use it for defensive pings, neutral camps, Spirit Urn, or even the Mid-boss.
A ping is a popular tool that was usually only available in MOBA games before Apex popularized it. Implementing this feature allows for much easier communication in Deadlock, enhancing the overall team strategy.
How to Draw on the Deadlock Mini Map
Valve also retains the draw-on mini map feature from Dota 2 for Deadlock. To draw on the mini map in Deadlock, hold the Left Alt button and your Left mouse button, then draw as needed. Keep holding them until you complete the drawing. Just like the ping, the drawing will also fade away after a certain duration, keeping the mini map clear for important strategies.
Using the draw feature is a strong tool for describing or planning strategies during the game. However, be cautious not to abuse it to clutter the mini map in Deadlock. Valve is strict with players' integrity, so make sure you do not draw anything unnecessary or distracting.
Now that you understand how to ping and draw in the Deadlock mini map, have you tried these features yet? Tell us in the comments below!
What You Will Learn
- How to effectively ping locations on the mini map for quick communication.
- The importance of using icons for alerting teammates about in-game activities.
- How to utilize the drawing feature to strategize during gameplay.
- Best practices for maintaining clarity and integrity on the mini map.
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