Win Rate
46.6%
Matches
691
KDA
3.30
Calico vs McGinnisvs McGinnis
Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches11,255
Version6665
Last UpdatedAug 3, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Calico faces a challenging 46.6% win rate against McGinnis in this Deadlock matchup. Data from 691 games shows Calico averages 0.2 more deaths. Focus on safe farming, team coordination, and avoiding 1v1 confrontations.
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Calico Matchup Breakdown
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Calico
46.6% WR
VS
McGinnis
53.1% WR
Who Wins the Calico vs McGinnis Matchup?
Winner
McGinnis
Matches: 691
46.6%
53.1%
8.2
5.0
6.6
6.5
13.6
14.2
44,490
41,561
34,562
38,614
5,624
7,458
72.2
114.1
Calico vs McGinnis Matchup Summary
The Calico vs McGinnis matchup in Deadlock is a significant statistical advantage. Based on 691 recent matches analyzed, McGinnis wins with a 53.1% win rate compared to Calico's 46.6%, giving McGinnis a 6.5 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where McGinnis consistently outperforms. McGinnis dominates this matchup statistically. McGinnis can play aggressively and look for solo kills, while Calico should focus on minimizing losses, farming safely, and relying on teammates to even the odds.
Calico vs McGinnis Combat Analysis
McGinnis edges out Calico in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in survivability, damage output, objective damage. With only a 3-2 margin based on 691 matches analyzed, this Calico vs McGinnis matchup remains contestable for both sides. Calico shouldn't feel outmatched — the statistical gap is narrow enough that individual skill, positioning choices, and in-game decision making can easily swing specific encounters in Calico's favor.
KDA Ratio
3.30Calico
2.98McGinnis
Calico holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 3.30 compared to McGinnis's 2.98. While this 0.32 point difference indicates Calico tends to come out ahead in engagements, the gap remains small enough that skilled McGinnis players can overcome it through superior positioning, ability timing, or simply winning crucial duels. McGinnis should focus on burst trade patterns and disengage before extended fights favor Calico's superior sustain.Avg Kills
8.2Calico
5.0McGinnis
Calico substantially outfrags McGinnis in this matchup, averaging 8.2 kills compared to 5.0 — a difference of nearly 3.2 eliminations per match. When Calico faces McGinnis, the data clearly shows Calico finding more fragging opportunities and converting them into kills. McGinnis players should recognize this statistical reality and adjust their approach: play more supportively, focus on enabling teammates, and avoid ego-challenging Calico in situations where your team doesn't need you to take that duel.Avg Deaths
6.6Calico
6.5McGinnis
Survivability metrics are nearly equal between Calico (6.6 deaths/game) and McGinnis (6.5 deaths/game). Neither hero demonstrates a clear advantage in staying alive during these matchups, suggesting both have similar risk profiles and neither kit provides notably better escape tools or defensive utility against the other. Outcomes in this matchup hinge on which player makes fewer critical positioning errors rather than any hero-based survival advantage.Player DMG
34,562Calico
38,614McGinnis
McGinnis significantly outdamages Calico in head-to-head encounters, posting 38,614 average damage versus 34,562. This 4,052 damage advantage means McGinnis consistently wins the damage exchange in fights, either securing kills outright or leaving opponents weak for teammates to clean up. Calico players should avoid prolonged fights with McGinnis — instead, look for quick picks with burst damage or rely on ability damage and team crossfires to compensate.Objective DMG
5,624Calico
7,458McGinnis
McGinnis contributes 1,834 more objective damage than Calico on average, making them more valuable for split pushing, securing guardian kills, and accelerating tower takes. Teams with McGinnis may want to prioritize objective-focused strategies. Calico should focus on creating picks while McGinnis pushes objectives.Calico vs McGinnis Economy Analysis
Net Worth
44,490Calico
41,561McGinnis
Last Hits
72.2Calico
114.1McGinnis
Calico vastly out-earns McGinnis by 2,930 souls on average. This substantial economic gap means Calico will consistently hit item breakpoints earlier, creating a snowballing advantage throughout the game. McGinnis secures more last hits (114.1 vs 72.2), while McGinnis leads in denies (7.4 vs 3.0). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Calico vs McGinnis
Calico Build vs McGinnis
Lucky Shot
6,400Souls
90.9%Win Rate
1.7%Pick Rate
Transcendent Cooldown
6,400Souls
55.7%Win Rate
35.1%Pick Rate
Escalating Exposure
6,400Souls
56.0%Win Rate
26.9%Pick Rate
Scourge
6,400Souls
53.5%Win Rate
39.4%Pick Rate
Leaping Slash
0Souls
49.3%Win Rate
321.4%Pick Rate
Hunter's Aura
3,200Souls
51.7%Win Rate
46.5%Pick Rate
Spirit Burn
6,400Souls
51.9%Win Rate
36.8%Pick Rate
This optimized build for Calico against McGinnis is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 53.4% win rate disadvantage against McGinnis, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Lucky Shot, Transcendent Cooldown, Escalating Exposure, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 35,200 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.
McGinnis Build vs Calico
Ballistic Enchantment
3,200Souls
90.0%Win Rate
1.6%Pick Rate
Healing Nova
3,200Souls
81.3%Win Rate
2.5%Pick Rate
Scourge
6,400Souls
100.0%Win Rate
0.8%Pick Rate
Healing Tempo
6,400Souls
60.7%Win Rate
26.7%Pick Rate
Medicinal Specter
0Souls
54.2%Win Rate
351.4%Pick Rate
Heavy Barrage
0Souls
54.2%Win Rate
330.1%Pick Rate
Spirit Burn
6,400Souls
62.8%Win Rate
12.4%Pick Rate
McGinnis's recommended build against Calico leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring McGinnis, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Ballistic Enchantment, Healing Nova, Scourge, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 25,600 souls Understanding McGinnis's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.
These item builds are optimized for the Calico vs McGinnis matchup based on win rate data from 691 competitive matches. Item choices in Deadlock significantly impact matchup outcomes — the right build can help overcome statistical disadvantages or extend existing advantages. Remember to adapt your build based on game state, team compositions, enemy itemization, and whether you're ahead or behind in souls.
Calico has favorable matchups against 21 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 16 heroes in Deadlock. Calico's strongest matchup is against Mina with a 54.8% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 44.5% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.
Opponent | Win Rate | Matches | KDA | Kills | Deaths | Player DMG | Net Worth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52.35% | 2,165 | 3.29 | 8.7 | 7.2 | 36,768 | 44,747 | |
| 49.67% | 2,109 | 3.18 | 8.6 | 7.4 | 36,076 | 44,434 | |
| 46.59% | 2,104 | 3.24 | 8.6 | 7.1 | 36,178 | 44,660 | |
| 48.70% | 1,727 | 3.17 | 8.4 | 7.2 | 35,332 | 44,108 | |
| 50.71% | 1,579 | 3.34 | 8.6 | 7.0 | 35,894 | 44,729 | |
| 50.34% | 1,442 | 3.34 | 8.4 | 6.8 | 35,825 | 45,474 | |
| 51.62% | 1,365 | 3.23 | 8.4 | 7.0 | 35,525 | 44,664 | |
| 50.00% | 1,293 | 3.40 | 8.3 | 6.7 | 35,249 | 44,204 | |
| 48.41% | 1,290 | 3.20 | 8.3 | 7.1 | 34,891 | 44,568 | |
| 50.32% | 1,157 | 3.21 | 8.5 | 7.0 | 34,325 | 44,800 | |
| 51.83% | 1,131 | 3.29 | 8.2 | 6.8 | 34,949 | 44,130 | |
| 46.15% | 1,128 | 3.29 | 8.6 | 6.9 | 35,639 | 45,546 | |
| 50.49% | 1,116 | 3.30 | 8.5 | 6.9 | 35,462 | 45,393 | |
| 44.52% | 1,112 | 3.19 | 8.5 | 6.9 | 34,331 | 44,906 | |
| 49.33% | 1,111 | 3.17 | 8.7 | 7.3 | 35,776 | 44,560 | |
| 47.16% | 1,098 | 3.32 | 8.7 | 7.0 | 35,649 | 44,406 | |
| 45.74% | 1,091 | 3.30 | 8.3 | 6.8 | 34,678 | 43,805 | |
| 51.14% | 1,090 | 3.45 | 8.7 | 6.8 | 36,219 | 45,561 | |
| 48.70% | 1,076 | 3.22 | 8.1 | 6.9 | 35,876 | 45,055 | |
| 54.78% | 1,049 | 3.27 | 8.2 | 6.9 | 34,476 | 44,660 | |
| 45.80% | 999 | 3.24 | 8.5 | 6.9 | 35,561 | 44,582 | |
| 46.35% | 968 | 3.23 | 8.5 | 6.9 | 34,694 | 45,148 | |
| 50.12% | 945 | 3.27 | 8.1 | 7.0 | 35,205 | 43,939 | |
| 50.75% | 945 | 3.15 | 8.4 | 7.3 | 36,769 | 44,882 | |
| 52.53% | 932 | 3.36 | 8.5 | 7.0 | 36,558 | 45,202 | |
| 53.69% | 924 | 3.40 | 8.6 | 7.0 | 36,100 | 45,892 | |
| 50.23% | 919 | 3.30 | 8.4 | 7.0 | 35,216 | 44,604 | |
| 51.00% | 876 | 3.26 | 8.3 | 6.8 | 35,689 | 44,790 | |
| 53.30% | 853 | 3.25 | 8.3 | 7.0 | 34,261 | 44,061 | |
| 48.82% | 823 | 3.09 | 8.2 | 7.2 | 35,397 | 44,994 | |
| 50.49% | 760 | 3.25 | 8.4 | 7.0 | 36,735 | 46,515 | |
| 46.62% | 691 | 3.30 | 8.2 | 6.6 | 34,562 | 44,490 | |
| 50.62% | 684 | 3.20 | 8.0 | 6.9 | 34,061 | 43,222 | |
| 46.87% | 603 | 3.19 | 8.2 | 6.9 | 37,107 | 43,371 | |
| 53.00% | 596 | 3.42 | 8.2 | 6.7 | 34,212 | 44,409 | |
| 53.13% | 503 | 3.38 | 8.8 | 6.8 | 35,319 | 45,467 | |
| 48.17% | 499 | 3.27 | 8.1 | 6.7 | 33,094 | 42,841 |
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Calico Matchups - FAQ
What is Calico's best matchup in Deadlock?
Calico's best matchup is against Mina, achieving a 54.8% win rate. Calico excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.
What is Calico's hardest matchup?
Calico's hardest matchup is against Graves, with only a 44.5% win rate. Against this opponent, Calico should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Calico have?
Calico has 21 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 16 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Calico in difficult matchups?
When playing Calico in difficult matchups, prioritize safe farming, positioning, and team coordination. Adjust your item build to compensate for the matchup disadvantage, and look for opportunities to impact fights through abilities rather than direct confrontation.
What stats should I focus on in Calico's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Calico's matchups include win rate, KDA ratio, average player damage, and net worth difference. High damage matchups favor aggressive play, while low KDA matchups suggest playing more defensively and relying on team support.
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