Drifter
Win Rate
45.8%
Matches
17,411
KDA
2.51
Player DMG
35,405

Drifter vs Hazevs Haze

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches11,459
Version6404
Last UpdatedMar 22, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Drifter faces a challenging 45.8% win rate against Haze in this Deadlock matchup. Data from 17,411 games shows Drifter averages 1.2 more deaths. Focus on safe farming, team coordination, and avoiding 1v1 confrontations.

Drifter Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Drifter performs against them. You'll get head-to-head win rates, combat stats, net worth comparison, and damage analysis — all based on real ranked Deadlock data.

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Haze - 45.8% win rateHaze(45.8%)
Drifter - 45.8% win rate in this matchup
Drifter
45.8% WR
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Haze vs Drifter matchup - 54.1% win rate
Haze
54.1% WR

Who Wins the Drifter vs Haze Matchup?

Haze wins the Drifter vs Haze matchup
Winner
Haze
Matches: 17,411
45.8%
Win Rate
54.1%
8.7
Avg Kills
9.0
8.4
Avg Deaths
7.2
12.5
Avg Assists
10.7
42,070
Avg Net Worth
44,946
35,405
Player DMG
35,287
5,263
Objective DMG
7,805
82.2
Last Hits
102.0

Drifter vs Haze Matchup Summary

The Drifter vs Haze matchup in Deadlock is a significant statistical advantage. Based on 17,411 recent matches analyzed, Haze wins with a 54.1% win rate compared to Drifter's 45.8%, giving Haze a 8.4 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Haze consistently outperforms. Haze dominates this matchup statistically. Haze can play aggressively and look for solo kills, while Drifter should focus on minimizing losses, farming safely, and relying on teammates to even the odds.

Drifter vs Haze Combat Analysis

Haze wins combat stats against Drifter in Deadlock

Haze claims 4 out of 5 combat metrics in the Drifter vs Haze matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability. Our analysis of 17,411 ranked games reveals Haze consistently outperforms Drifter in direct combat scenarios. While Drifter manages to win one metric, the overall picture favors Haze in fights. Drifter players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Haze dominates.

KDA Ratio
2.51Drifter
2.71Haze
Haze holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 2.71 compared to Drifter's 2.51. While this 0.20 point difference indicates Haze tends to come out ahead in engagements, the gap remains small enough that skilled Drifter players can overcome it through superior positioning, ability timing, or simply winning crucial duels. Drifter should focus on burst trade patterns and disengage before extended fights favor Haze's superior sustain.
Avg Kills
8.7Drifter
9.0Haze
Kill production between Drifter and Haze is virtually identical, with Drifter averaging 8.7 kills per game and Haze securing 9.0. This parity suggests both heroes are equally capable of finding frags in this matchup, and outcomes depend more heavily on objective play, ability usage, and team coordination than raw elimination numbers. Players should focus on impactful kills — lane denials, objective fights, and trading — rather than simply padding their kill count.
Avg Deaths
8.4Drifter
7.2Haze
Haze demonstrates markedly better survivability against Drifter, recording fewer deaths per game. Dying less frequently gives Haze significantly more impact potential — more opportunities for multi-kills, more presence in objective fights, and more economic stability from staying alive. Drifter players face a survival deficit that compounds throughout a match, making disciplined positioning and smart disengagements crucial.
Player DMG
35,405Drifter
35,287Haze
Player damage output is remarkably close in the Drifter vs Haze matchup. Drifter deals 35,405 average damage while Haze deals 35,287. This parity indicates both heroes apply similar pressure in fights and contribute comparably to wearing down enemy health pools. When these heroes face off, neither can rely on superior damage output to swing encounters — instead, the deciding factors become ability timing, positioning, and coordination with teammates.
Objective DMG
5,263Drifter
7,805Haze
Haze contributes 2,542 more objective damage than Drifter on average, making them more valuable for split pushing, securing guardian kills, and accelerating tower takes. Teams with Haze may want to prioritize objective-focused strategies. Drifter should focus on creating picks while Haze pushes objectives.

Drifter vs Haze Economy Analysis

Net Worth
42,070Drifter
44,946Haze
Last Hits
82.2Drifter
102.0Haze

Haze vastly out-earns Drifter by 2,876 souls on average. This substantial economic gap means Haze will consistently hit item breakpoints earlier, creating a snowballing advantage throughout the game. Haze secures more last hits (102.0 vs 82.2), while Haze leads in denies (3.9 vs 2.5). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Recommended Items for Drifter vs Haze

Drifter build for Haze matchup

Drifter Build vs Haze

This optimized build for Drifter against Haze is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 54.3% win rate disadvantage against Haze, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Guardian Ward, Echo Shard, Heroic Aura, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 24,000 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.

Haze build for Drifter matchup

Haze Build vs Drifter

Haze's recommended build against Drifter leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Haze, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Shadow Weave, Escalating Exposure, Arcane Surge, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 40,000 souls Understanding Haze's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.

These item builds are optimized for the Drifter vs Haze matchup based on win rate data from 17,411 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.

Drifter has favorable matchups against 20 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 17 heroes in Deadlock. Drifter's strongest matchup is against Mirage with a 55.1% win rate. The hardest matchup is Victor at 44.0% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Drifter matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6404)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
52.06%21,8122.618.78.235,58042,833
45.75%17,4112.518.78.435,40542,070
51.72%16,7952.598.68.335,52542,610
47.49%16,4782.508.28.234,33741,364
49.41%15,8622.658.98.235,61043,334
50.77%15,7622.498.68.435,90242,945
50.37%14,5162.528.68.435,41442,694
50.11%13,3112.558.78.435,84142,676
44.45%13,2832.548.78.335,70142,521
48.04%13,1382.548.88.335,33342,761
46.78%13,1312.568.38.135,43941,723
47.88%13,0812.498.38.435,42842,063
46.81%12,9492.428.28.534,84141,666
49.95%12,6612.558.58.335,56142,845
53.50%12,5152.649.18.436,55843,034
54.19%12,4522.599.08.436,16643,104
51.85%12,0422.598.78.336,02442,710
43.99%11,8852.518.48.136,29141,797
52.25%11,6342.639.08.336,53343,311
47.80%11,1522.538.48.335,45542,056
49.18%10,4252.528.38.235,06442,443
51.85%10,3382.628.68.235,35742,678
50.62%10,0162.528.68.234,60842,298
52.02%10,0042.618.98.335,75342,667
51.19%9,8372.668.98.236,25942,814
50.43%9,2812.568.78.435,81842,499
49.80%8,6652.568.88.436,52943,543
46.52%8,4572.548.58.135,16342,828
54.96%8,3032.678.68.035,16342,568
48.39%8,2402.598.68.236,41542,891
49.28%7,9822.568.58.134,14642,144
55.08%7,7812.638.58.035,63642,878
49.50%6,7222.558.48.136,31841,870
53.76%5,8702.568.98.536,11843,343
50.81%5,7582.548.68.235,66743,348
50.15%5,1222.568.88.435,08942,045
53.99%5,0392.788.97.936,20743,114

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Drifter Matchups - FAQ

What is Drifter's best matchup in Deadlock?

Drifter's best matchup is against Mirage, achieving a 55.1% win rate. Drifter excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.

What is Drifter's hardest matchup?

Drifter's hardest matchup is against Victor, with only a 44.0% win rate. Against this opponent, Drifter should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Drifter have?

Drifter has 20 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 17 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.

How should I play Drifter in difficult matchups?

When playing Drifter 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 Drifter's matchups?

Key stats to analyze in Drifter'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.