Drifter
Win Rate
53.0%
Matches
1,488
Avg KDA
2.55
Player DMG
33,631

Drifter vs Vypervs Vyper

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches3,439
Version6228
Last UpdatedFeb 3, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Drifter holds a 53.0% win rate advantage over Vyper based on 1,488 Deadlock matches. Drifter averages 69 more net worth, translating to earlier item power spikes. Play around your economic advantage to maximize this matchup.

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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Vyper - 53.0% win rateVyper(53.0%)
Drifter - 53.0% win rate in this matchup
Drifter
53.0% WR
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Vyper vs Drifter matchup - 47.3% win rate
Vyper
47.3% WR

Who Wins the Drifter vs Vyper Matchup?

Drifter wins the Drifter vs Vyper matchup
Winner
Drifter
Matches: 1,488
53.0%
Win Rate
47.3%
9.2
Avg Kills
9.1
8.5
Avg Deaths
8.3
12.4
Avg Assists
10.3
40,060
Avg Net Worth
39,991
33,631
Player DMG
31,646
6,490
Objective DMG
11,728
77.4
Last Hits
85.1

Drifter vs Vyper Matchup Summary

The Drifter vs Vyper matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 1,488 recent matches analyzed, Drifter wins with a 53.0% win rate compared to Vyper's 47.3%, giving Drifter a 5.6 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Vyper consistently outperforms. Drifter holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Vyper players should play more cautiously, prioritize safe farming, and look for team fight opportunities where positioning and coordination matter more than 1v1 statistics.

Drifter vs Vyper Combat Analysis

Drifter wins combat stats against Vyper in Deadlock

Drifter edges out Vyper in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, damage output. With only a 3-2 margin based on 1,488 matches analyzed, this Drifter vs Vyper matchup remains contestable for both sides. Vyper 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 Vyper's favor.

KDA Ratio
2.55Drifter
2.34Vyper
Drifter holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 2.55 compared to Vyper's 2.34. While this 0.21 point difference indicates Drifter tends to come out ahead in engagements, the gap remains small enough that skilled Vyper players can overcome it through superior positioning, ability timing, or simply winning crucial duels. Vyper should focus on burst trade patterns and disengage before extended fights favor Drifter's superior sustain.
Avg Kills
9.2Drifter
9.1Vyper
Kill production between Drifter and Vyper is virtually identical, with Drifter averaging 9.2 kills per game and Vyper securing 9.1. 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
8.5Drifter
8.3Vyper
Survivability metrics are nearly equal between Drifter (8.5 deaths/game) and Vyper (8.3 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
33,631Drifter
31,646Vyper
Drifter applies 1,985 more damage per game than Vyper in this matchup (33,631 vs 31,646). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Drifter contributes noticeably more chip damage, assists, and near-kills that set up teammates. Vyper can close this gap through better trading patterns, ensuring their damage leads to actual eliminations rather than just tagging opponents who then escape or get healed.
Objective DMG
6,490Drifter
11,728Vyper
Vyper dramatically outperforms Drifter in objective damage (11,728 vs 6,490). This 5,239 point difference makes Vyper a premier objective threat. Vyper should look to apply constant pressure on towers and objectives, while Drifter must focus on creating picks and disrupting Vyper's push attempts.

Drifter vs Vyper Economy Comparison

Net Worth
40,060Drifter
39,991Vyper
Last Hits
77.4Drifter
85.1Vyper

Drifter and Vyper have nearly identical economic performance in this matchup, generating comparable souls throughout the game. Item timing advantages will come from efficient farming and securing kills rather than inherent hero advantages. Vyper secures more last hits (85.1 vs 77.4), while Vyper leads in denies (3.5 vs 2.3). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Drifter vs Vyper Recommended Builds

Drifter build for Vyper matchup

Drifter Build vs Vyper

This winning build for Drifter against Vyper focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 53.0% win rate against Vyper, these 7 items help Drifter press the advantage and close out games efficiently. The recommended items include Decay, Spirit Shredder Bullets, Colossus, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 22,400 souls. The build includes high-value items that scale well into the late game. Farm efficiently and look for opportunities to extend your lead before completing these power spikes.

Vyper build for Drifter matchup

Vyper Build vs Drifter

Vyper's counter-build against Drifter attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Vyper players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. The recommended items include Spellslinger, Superior Cooldown, Lightning Scroll, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 33,600 souls. Knowing Vyper's likely itemization helps you exploit windows where they're weaker and predict their item timing.

These item builds are optimized for the Drifter vs Vyper matchup based on win rate data from 1,488 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 13 heroes in Deadlock. Drifter's strongest matchup is against Shiv with a 55.5% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 45.5% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Drifter matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6228)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
53.38%8,2582.579.18.534,60940,707
46.57%5,9052.428.98.734,03139,956
52.59%5,2402.489.28.734,36040,487
49.91%4,0682.479.18.834,69640,523
47.82%3,8322.449.08.533,34840,007
47.48%3,8162.378.99.034,77640,502
50.55%3,3112.579.28.534,34640,587
49.18%3,2412.518.98.534,43140,108
46.70%3,0952.479.08.535,87140,281
53.80%3,0952.549.08.534,33240,533
53.36%3,0652.549.38.634,12440,142
55.48%2,8452.609.28.534,99341,075
51.09%2,5032.578.98.333,35839,579
47.49%2,4242.428.98.733,89239,978
51.00%2,3982.488.88.533,15240,078
48.33%2,3942.429.08.834,75740,416
45.47%2,3282.529.08.633,73640,435
48.31%2,2492.498.88.333,96740,034
52.96%2,2212.549.18.534,42841,297
55.20%2,1392.549.38.433,50740,548
50.45%2,1192.509.18.734,53741,006
54.05%2,0972.519.08.734,49240,606
48.13%2,0042.488.78.334,11639,908
49.92%2,0002.549.38.434,10140,267
53.20%1,9562.539.18.534,79240,756
53.50%1,7432.549.28.634,29540,302
46.74%1,7072.488.98.634,85840,416
52.72%1,5562.449.08.833,53940,445
52.96%1,4882.559.28.533,63140,060
53.63%1,1912.559.28.433,83740,921
53.64%1,1302.559.08.334,22840,904
51.44%9112.619.28.334,53240,645
53.03%8932.629.78.437,54641,388
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Drifter Matchups - FAQ

What is Drifter's best matchup in Deadlock?

Drifter's best matchup is against Shiv, achieving a 55.5% 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 Graves, with only a 45.5% 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 13 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.