Drifter
Win Rate
51.1%
Pick Rate
79.0%
KDA
2.51
Accuracy
45.7%

DrifterBuild

A
Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches3,439
Version6181
Last UpdatedFeb 3, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

The Drifter build starts with early game items like Spirit Shredder Bullets, Headshot Booster, Extra Spirit, transitions to mid-game power spikes with Spirit Rend, Headhunter, Veil Walker, and completes with late-game items including Colossus, Ricochet, Phantom Strike. This Drifter build guide shows the highest win rate items for each game phase, helping you maximize your performance in Deadlock.

This Drifter Early Game Build features 5 highest win rate items costing 1600 souls or less. Top performing items include Spirit Shredder Bullets, Headshot Booster, Extra Spirit, with Spirit Shredder Bullets leading at 59.4% win rate. These items provide the strongest early game advantage for Drifter based on competitive match data.

This Drifter Mid Game Build presents 8 highest win rate items costing 3200 souls or less, excluding early game choices. Key mid-game items include Spirit Rend, Headhunter, Veil Walker, with Spirit Rend achieving 64.3% win rate. These Drifter items provide optimal mid-game power spikes and scaling advantages.

This Drifter Late Game Build showcases 8 highest win rate premium items with no cost restrictions. Powerful late-game options include Colossus, Ricochet, Phantom Strike, with Colossus leading at 70.0% win rate. These expensive Drifter items (averaging 6,400 souls) maximize combat effectiveness and close out matches.

This Heroes with Similar Builds section shows 2 heroes that share at least 7 matching items from Drifter's core build. Similar heroes include . These heroes have comparable itemization patterns and may fill similar strategic roles as Drifter.

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Drifter Build - FAQ

What are the best early game items for Drifter in Deadlock?

The best early game items for Drifter are Spirit Shredder Bullets, Headshot Booster, Extra Spirit, with Spirit Shredder Bullets leading at 59.4% win rate. These 5 items cost 1600 souls or less and provide the strongest early game advantage for Drifter.

What should I buy first on Drifter?

Start your Drifter build with Spirit Shredder Bullets, which has a 59.4% win rate and costs 1,600 souls. This item provides strong early game value and sets up your build path effectively.

What are the best mid game items for Drifter?

The best mid game items for Drifter include Spirit Rend, Headhunter, Veil Walker, with Spirit Rend achieving 64.3% win rate. These 8 items cost up to 3200 souls and provide crucial mid-game power spikes for Drifter.

What are the best late game items for Drifter in Deadlock?

The best late game items for Drifter are Colossus, Ricochet, Phantom Strike, with Colossus leading at 70.0% win rate. These 8 premium items average 6,400 souls and maximize Drifter's combat effectiveness in late game scenarios.

What items do most players build on Drifter?

The most popular items on Drifter are Close Quarters, Point Blank, Kinetic Dash, with Close Quarters picked in 85.0% of matches. These 16 items represent current meta trends and what experienced players build most frequently on Drifter.

What are good situational items for Drifter?

Good situational items for Drifter include Armor Piercing Rounds, Unstoppable, Crippling Headshot. These 16 high win rate items excel in specific matchups or team compositions and provide flexible build options when the core build path doesn't fit the game state.

What items should I avoid on Drifter?

Avoid building Return Fire, Weapon Shielding, Bullet Resilience on Drifter, as Return Fire has only 34.6% win rate. These 16 items have below 50% win rate and statistically decrease your chances of winning.

What heroes have similar builds to Drifter?

Heroes with similar builds to Drifter include . These 2 heroes share at least 7 matching items from Drifter's core build and may fill similar strategic roles in team compositions.

How do I build Drifter in Deadlock?

To build Drifter effectively in Deadlock, start with early game items under 1600 souls, transition to mid-game items around 3200 souls, then complete your build with premium late-game items. Focus on items that complement your hero's role and adapt based on enemy team composition. The builds tab above shows Drifter's highest win rate items sorted by game phase.