McGinnis vs Venatorvs Venator
The McGinnis vs Venator matchup is extremely close at 50.6% vs 49.2% win rate across 5,942 matches. Venator has a slight edge in kill-death ratio. Individual skill and positioning will determine the outcome more than hero selection in this balanced matchup.
McGinnis Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how McGinnis 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.
Venator(50.6%)
Who Wins the McGinnis vs Venator Matchup?
McGinnis vs Venator Matchup Summary
The McGinnis vs Venator matchup in Deadlock is a relatively balanced matchup with a slight edge. Based on 5,942 recent matches analyzed, McGinnis wins with a 50.6% win rate compared to Venator's 49.2%, giving McGinnis a 1.4 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in damage output, where Venator consistently outperforms. McGinnis has a small statistical advantage, but Venator can absolutely win through smart play. The margin is thin enough that jungle rotations, team coordination, and mechanical outplays will often determine the outcome more than champion select.
McGinnis vs Venator Combat Analysis
Venator claims 4 out of 5 combat metrics in the McGinnis vs Venator matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, damage output. Our analysis of 5,942 ranked games reveals Venator consistently outperforms McGinnis in direct combat scenarios. While McGinnis manages to win one metric, the overall picture favors Venator in fights. McGinnis players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Venator dominates.
McGinnis vs Venator Economy Analysis
Venator vastly out-earns McGinnis by 2,569 souls on average. This substantial economic gap means Venator will consistently hit item breakpoints earlier, creating a snowballing advantage throughout the game. McGinnis secures more last hits (112.9 vs 102.7), while McGinnis leads in denies (6.4 vs 3.6). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for McGinnis vs Venator
McGinnis Build vs Venator
This winning build for McGinnis against Venator focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 50.6% win rate against Venator, these 7 items help McGinnis press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Spirit Strike, Scourge, Lifestrike, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 30,400 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.
Venator Build vs McGinnis
Venator's counter-build against McGinnis attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Venator players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Extra Spirit, Mystic Reverb, Surge of Power, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 36,000 souls Knowing Venator's likely itemization helps you exploit windows where they're weaker and predict their item timing.
These item builds are optimized for the McGinnis vs Venator matchup based on win rate data from 5,942 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.
McGinnis has favorable matchups against 19 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 18 heroes in Deadlock. McGinnis's strongest matchup is against Shiv with a 55.3% win rate. The hardest matchup is Seven at 43.8% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.
Opponent | Win Rate | Matches | KDA | Kills | Deaths | Player DMG | Net Worth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49.47% | 8,867 | 2.40 | 4.7 | 7.3 | 33,542 | 41,851 | |
| 48.10% | 7,062 | 2.44 | 4.9 | 7.3 | 34,226 | 42,163 | |
| 50.62% | 5,942 | 2.42 | 4.9 | 7.3 | 33,511 | 41,875 | |
| 45.91% | 5,707 | 2.33 | 4.7 | 7.4 | 32,642 | 41,210 | |
| 49.83% | 5,667 | 2.32 | 4.7 | 7.5 | 33,468 | 41,880 | |
| 48.01% | 5,646 | 2.33 | 4.8 | 7.5 | 33,653 | 41,667 | |
| 51.30% | 5,287 | 2.37 | 4.7 | 7.4 | 33,025 | 41,804 | |
| 43.83% | 5,071 | 2.37 | 4.8 | 7.4 | 33,302 | 41,818 | |
| 48.04% | 4,806 | 2.38 | 4.9 | 7.6 | 34,086 | 41,813 | |
| 48.60% | 4,637 | 2.38 | 4.8 | 7.3 | 32,672 | 41,842 | |
| 54.16% | 4,606 | 2.39 | 5.0 | 7.5 | 34,207 | 42,427 | |
| 51.26% | 4,533 | 2.37 | 4.9 | 7.6 | 33,248 | 41,763 | |
| 48.06% | 4,531 | 2.30 | 4.8 | 7.6 | 33,546 | 42,127 | |
| 47.16% | 4,059 | 2.33 | 4.7 | 7.4 | 33,581 | 41,472 | |
| 50.80% | 3,666 | 2.42 | 5.0 | 7.5 | 33,839 | 41,883 | |
| 50.64% | 3,458 | 2.38 | 4.7 | 7.3 | 32,768 | 41,780 | |
| 49.77% | 3,385 | 2.44 | 4.9 | 7.3 | 34,822 | 41,760 | |
| 47.42% | 2,891 | 2.37 | 4.8 | 7.4 | 33,499 | 41,961 | |
| 44.72% | 2,838 | 2.34 | 4.6 | 7.2 | 33,929 | 41,060 | |
| 53.03% | 2,747 | 2.43 | 5.0 | 7.3 | 34,923 | 42,487 | |
| 48.34% | 2,709 | 2.40 | 4.6 | 7.1 | 32,363 | 41,356 | |
| 50.82% | 2,678 | 2.45 | 5.1 | 7.4 | 34,569 | 42,173 | |
| 49.63% | 2,646 | 2.41 | 4.8 | 7.1 | 33,332 | 41,469 | |
| 50.60% | 2,479 | 2.42 | 4.8 | 7.3 | 33,077 | 42,235 | |
| 51.28% | 2,383 | 2.31 | 4.8 | 7.5 | 32,930 | 41,465 | |
| 50.83% | 2,352 | 2.34 | 4.7 | 7.3 | 33,272 | 41,212 | |
| 49.66% | 2,256 | 2.29 | 4.7 | 7.5 | 33,606 | 41,659 | |
| 51.71% | 2,228 | 2.30 | 4.5 | 7.3 | 32,341 | 41,594 | |
| 49.45% | 2,179 | 2.46 | 5.0 | 7.5 | 34,335 | 42,919 | |
| 54.51% | 2,175 | 2.35 | 4.8 | 7.4 | 33,083 | 41,860 | |
| 55.30% | 2,165 | 2.59 | 4.9 | 6.9 | 33,237 | 42,662 | |
| 51.17% | 2,052 | 2.43 | 4.9 | 7.4 | 33,146 | 41,674 | |
| 48.67% | 2,046 | 2.21 | 4.6 | 7.7 | 32,463 | 41,716 | |
| 53.98% | 2,028 | 2.45 | 5.0 | 7.4 | 34,047 | 42,244 | |
| 52.57% | 1,899 | 2.39 | 4.6 | 7.1 | 33,266 | 42,309 | |
| 52.66% | 1,823 | 2.52 | 4.9 | 7.1 | 33,555 | 41,968 | |
| 51.54% | 1,390 | 2.41 | 4.7 | 7.1 | 34,549 | 41,592 |
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McGinnis Matchups - FAQ
What is McGinnis's best matchup in Deadlock?
McGinnis's best matchup is against Shiv, achieving a 55.3% win rate. McGinnis excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.
What is McGinnis's hardest matchup?
McGinnis's hardest matchup is against Seven, with only a 43.8% win rate. Against this opponent, McGinnis should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does McGinnis have?
McGinnis has 19 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 McGinnis in difficult matchups?
When playing McGinnis 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 McGinnis's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in McGinnis'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.