Yamato in Deadlock Valve Unveils a Haunting Yokai Redesign

“Yamato from Deadlock might get a thrilling makeover, transforming from an alien to a terrifying yokai, to seamlessly fit into the game’s universe and meet players’ expectations.”

Charly Heude 29/08/2024 16:31

Valve is revamping Deadlock’s spookiest character: Yamato. Initially portrayed as an “alien fan of Japanese culture,” Yamato will soon morph into a fearsome yokai, a creature rooted in Japanese folklore. This dramatic overhaul aims to make her even more intimidating and better integrated into the Deadlock universe.

Since the reveal of these new design concepts, players have been buzzing with excitement on forums and social media. One of the most praised designs shows Yamato’s face transforming into a terrifying yokai when provoked, adding depth to her character. Other designs take a more stylish route, featuring elements like a glowing Oni mask or a yakuza-inspired tattoo, which bring a unique flair to this already fascinating character.

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New design for Yamato with a magical hairpin weapon

Yamato’s Redesign: What Are Players Saying?

Yamato redesign resembling a Japanese schoolgirl ghost

Deadlock players are loving the redesign that highlights Yamato’s yokai aspects, especially the “living hair” concept, which could make her even scarier. But Yamato isn’t the only character in the spotlight. Grey Talon, the group’s archer, is also seen as a bit outdated by some players, who are hoping for an update to his design soon.

Yamato as a warrior wielding a sword in the new concept art

Despite these critiques, Deadlock continues to be well-received by the community, with a growing player base. The game is still young, and many players are willing to wait for these minor design tweaks, confident that Valve will refine its new title over time.