Drifter
Win Rate
46.7%
Matches
3,095
Avg KDA
2.47
Player DMG
35,871

Drifter vs Victorvs Victor

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

Drifter faces a challenging 46.7% win rate against Victor in this Deadlock matchup. Data from 3,095 games shows Drifter averages 1.6 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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Victor - 46.7% win rateVictor(46.7%)
Drifter - 46.7% win rate in this matchup
Drifter
46.7% WR
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Victor vs Drifter matchup - 52.5% win rate
Victor
52.5% WR

Who Wins the Drifter vs Victor Matchup?

Victor wins the Drifter vs Victor matchup
Winner
Victor
Matches: 3,095
46.7%
Win Rate
52.5%
9.0
Avg Kills
8.7
8.5
Avg Deaths
6.9
11.9
Avg Assists
11.8
40,281
Avg Net Worth
42,627
35,871
Player DMG
38,264
6,204
Objective DMG
9,108
79.2
Last Hits
97.9

Drifter vs Victor Matchup Summary

The Drifter vs Victor matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 3,095 recent matches analyzed, Victor wins with a 52.5% win rate compared to Drifter's 46.7%, giving Victor a 5.8 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Victor consistently outperforms. Victor holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Drifter 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 Victor Combat Analysis

Victor wins combat stats against Drifter in Deadlock

Victor claims 4 out of 5 combat metrics in the Drifter vs Victor matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, survivability, damage output. Our analysis of 3,095 ranked games reveals Victor consistently outperforms Drifter in direct combat scenarios. While Drifter manages to win one metric, the overall picture favors Victor in fights. Drifter players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Victor dominates.

KDA Ratio
2.47Drifter
2.98Victor
Victor demonstrates noticeably stronger kill-death-assist performance against Drifter, maintaining a 2.98 KDA versus 2.47. This 0.51 point gap reflects Victor's superior ability to secure eliminations while avoiding death in these head-to-head encounters. Drifter players facing Victor should prioritize team coordination over solo aggression — look for 2v1 situations, coordinate ability usage with teammates, and focus on trading rather than taking isolated duels where Victor's statistical advantage becomes most pronounced.
Avg Kills
9.0Drifter
8.7Victor
Kill production between Drifter and Victor is virtually identical, with Drifter averaging 9.0 kills per game and Victor securing 8.7. 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
6.9Victor
Victor demonstrates markedly better survivability against Drifter, recording fewer deaths per game. Dying less frequently gives Victor 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
35,871Drifter
38,264Victor
Victor applies 2,393 more damage per game than Drifter in this matchup (38,264 vs 35,871). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Victor contributes noticeably more chip damage, assists, and near-kills that set up teammates. Drifter 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
6,204Drifter
9,108Victor
Victor contributes 2,904 more objective damage than Drifter on average, making them more valuable for split pushing, securing guardian kills, and accelerating tower takes. Teams with Victor may want to prioritize objective-focused strategies. Drifter should focus on creating picks while Victor pushes objectives.

Drifter vs Victor Economy Comparison

Net Worth
40,281Drifter
42,627Victor
Last Hits
79.2Drifter
97.9Victor

Victor vastly out-earns Drifter by 2,346 souls on average. This substantial economic gap means Victor will consistently hit item breakpoints earlier, creating a snowballing advantage throughout the game. Victor secures more last hits (97.9 vs 79.2), while Victor leads in denies (3.3 vs 2.4). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Drifter vs Victor Recommended Builds

Drifter build for Victor matchup

Drifter Build vs Victor

This optimized build for Drifter against Victor is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 53.3% win rate disadvantage against Victor, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. The recommended items include Spirit Sap, Veil Walker, Vortex Web, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 32,000 souls. Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.

Victor build for Drifter matchup

Victor Build vs Drifter

Victor's recommended build against Drifter leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Victor, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. The recommended items include Silence Wave, Debuff Reducer, Crushing Fists, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 24,000 souls. Understanding Victor's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.

These item builds are optimized for the Drifter vs Victor matchup based on win rate data from 3,095 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 6181)
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.