Apollo
Win Rate
48.5%
Matches
1,403
KDA
2.70

Apollo vs Violet vs Violet

Skill Level
All Skill Levels
Matches
17,789
Version
6795
Last Updated
Oct 21, 2026 UTC
Methodology
Data Methodology

Apollo faces a challenging 48.5% win rate against Violet in this Deadlock matchup. Data from 1,403 games shows Apollo averages 0.3 more deaths. Focus on safe farming, team coordination, and avoiding 1v1 confrontations.

Apollo Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Apollo 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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Apollo - 48.5% win rate in this matchup
Apollo
48.5% WR
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Violet vs Apollo matchup - 51.5% win rate
Violet
51.5% WR

Who Wins the Apollo vs Violet Matchup?

Violet wins the Apollo vs Violet matchup
Winner
Violet
Matches: 1,403
48.5%
Win Rate
51.5%
4.5
Avg Kills
4.4
4.9
Avg Deaths
4.6
8.8
Avg Assists
9.8
33,192
Avg Net Worth
32,915
21,446
Player DMG
23,868
3,181
Objective DMG
2,831
36.8
Last Hits
41.2

Apollo vs Violet Matchup Summary

The Apollo vs Violet matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 1,403 recent matches analyzed, Violet wins with a 51.5% win rate compared to Apollo's 48.5%, giving Violet a 3.1 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in fragging power, where Violet consistently outperforms. Violet holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Apollo players should play more cautiously, prioritize safe farming, and look for team fight opportunities where positioning and coordination matter more than 1v1 statistics.

Apollo vs Violet Combat Analysis

Violet wins combat stats against Apollo in Deadlock

Violet edges out Apollo in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in KDA efficiency, survivability, damage output. With only a 3-2 margin based on 1,403 matches analyzed, this Apollo vs Violet matchup remains contestable for both sides. Apollo 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 Apollo's favor.

KDA Ratio
2.70Apollo
3.07Violet
Violet holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 3.07 compared to Apollo's 2.70. While this 0.37 point difference indicates Violet tends to come out ahead in engagements, the gap remains small enough that skilled Apollo players can overcome it through superior positioning, ability timing, or simply winning crucial duels. Apollo should focus on burst trade patterns and disengage before extended fights favor Violet's superior sustain.
Avg Kills
4.5Apollo
4.4Violet
Kill production between Apollo and Violet is virtually identical, with Apollo averaging 4.5 kills per game and Violet securing 4.4. 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
4.9Apollo
4.6Violet
Survivability metrics are nearly equal between Apollo (4.9 deaths/game) and Violet (4.6 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
21,446Apollo
23,868Violet
Violet applies 2,422 more damage per game than Apollo in this matchup (23,868 vs 21,446). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Violet contributes noticeably more chip damage, assists, and near-kills that set up teammates. Apollo 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
3,181Apollo
2,831Violet
Objective damage contribution is similar between Apollo (3,181) and Violet (2,831). Neither hero has a distinct advantage when it comes to taking towers, walkers, or the patron. Team coordination will be more important than hero selection for objective control.

Apollo vs Violet Economy Analysis

Net Worth
33,192Apollo
32,915Violet
Last Hits
36.8Apollo
41.2Violet

Apollo and Violet 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. Both heroes farm at comparable rates, so lane control will depend on harassment patterns and jungle support rather than inherent farming advantages.

Recommended Items for Apollo vs Violet

Apollo build for Violet matchup

Apollo Build vs Violet

This optimized build for Apollo against Violet is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 51.5% win rate disadvantage against Violet, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Cloak of Opportunity, Boundless Spirit, Superior Cooldown, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 32,399 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.

Violet build for Apollo matchup

Violet Build vs Apollo

Violet's recommended build against Apollo leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Violet, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Mystic Conduit, Spirit Burn, Quicksilver Reload, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 37,999 souls Understanding Violet's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.

These item builds are optimized for the Apollo vs Violet matchup based on win rate data from 1,403 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.

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Apollo has favorable matchups against 24 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 18 heroes in Deadlock. Apollo's strongest matchup is against Viscous with a 56.4% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 39.7% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Apollo matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6795)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
41.61%8,0602.566.26.728,20037,675
54.98%7,7212.766.56.528,71437,913
50.10%5,1302.626.26.628,18738,179
51.63%4,1932.526.77.228,73437,921
47.00%4,1772.596.67.029,04237,421
39.70%4,0452.416.57.227,48537,230
50.94%3,9322.586.77.130,09937,316
50.14%3,9252.566.67.029,25637,714
49.86%3,6102.566.67.129,23137,845
41.60%3,5582.325.97.227,68136,920
47.72%3,5562.476.87.529,79237,382
48.56%3,4412.546.67.130,04738,174
49.55%3,4332.586.67.028,70537,710
41.04%3,1362.366.27.127,06937,571
50.92%3,0832.476.77.127,72537,336
53.07%3,0302.666.76.929,53037,697
47.05%2,8482.536.57.028,54337,398
44.73%2,8302.616.76.928,67837,670
53.23%2,7282.676.87.029,32137,250
53.98%2,6232.656.87.029,11637,426
51.46%2,6002.626.97.130,08137,477
49.52%2,4882.566.87.230,25437,555
53.31%2,3582.686.86.929,22938,308
45.34%2,3492.446.67.330,18537,795
50.50%2,2952.506.67.129,57337,814
54.74%2,2342.656.66.828,93038,254
48.30%2,1742.536.36.929,76537,067
48.18%1,9742.616.56.929,79637,362
48.88%1,8762.576.77.330,38838,191
50.60%1,8462.496.57.330,44537,942
53.03%1,6822.736.96.929,57638,688
52.30%1,5892.466.37.028,09238,447
54.42%1,5402.676.76.929,54338,503
51.39%1,4772.576.87.230,10637,632
48.47%1,4032.704.54.921,44633,192
46.11%1,3252.506.26.830,38736,269
51.06%1,3242.606.66.928,33637,569
56.41%1,3192.696.56.729,86637,924
53.07%1,1892.686.46.628,62437,949
52.94%1,0712.626.76.929,65638,823
52.52%1,0512.696.66.727,87537,331
50.81%8012.506.37.027,68637,015
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Apollo Matchups - FAQ

What is Apollo's best matchup in Deadlock?

Apollo's best matchup is against Viscous, achieving a 56.4% win rate. Apollo excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.

What is Apollo's hardest matchup?

Apollo's hardest matchup is against Graves, with only a 39.7% win rate. Against this opponent, Apollo should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Apollo have?

Apollo has 24 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 18 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.

How should I play Apollo in difficult matchups?

When playing Apollo 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 Apollo's matchups?

Key stats to analyze in Apollo'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.