Infernus
Win Rate
48.7%
Pick Rate
37.8%
KDA
2.63

Infernus Guide

#24 of 44 on the tier listInfernus B Tier
Skill Level
All Skill Levels
Matches
44,347
Version
6860
Last Updated
Nov 5, 2026 UTC
Methodology
Data Methodology

Infernus is a solid, middle-of-the-pack pick: B-tier, #24 of 44, with a 48.7% win rate over 44,347 games. That is down 0.6 points over the last 20 days. Infernus does best at Low Skill (48.0%).

Is Infernus good right now?

Nov 5 Patch · 44,347 games

Infernus's win rate day by day over the last 18 days, measured against the 50% line.

Tier
B#24 of 44
Win Rate
48.7%−0.6 pts in 20 days
Pick Rate
37.8%
Matches
44,347
Best rank
Obscurus–Ritualist48.0%

Infernus core build

Nov 5 Patch

Most Infernus players open with Extended Magazine and Extra Spirit. Core items, bought in at least half of all games: Extended Magazine, Extra Spirit, Rapid Rounds, and Improved Spirit. Ranked by how often players on this hero buy each item at each shop tier, from 44,347 games.

Laning
Extended MagazineExtra SpiritRapid RoundsExtra Charge
Mid game
Improved SpiritSpirit LifestealTitanic MagazineDuration Extender
Late game
Superior DurationToxic BulletsRapid Recharge
Luxury
Escalating ExposureBoundless Spirit
Full Infernus build with win rates →

When is Infernus strongest?

By game length

Infernus is about as strong at every game length (48.7%–51.3%).

By rank

Infernus wins 48.0% at Low Skill and 46.5% at Medium Skill.

Infernus strengths and weaknesses

Infernus has many ways to deal damage over time, burning foes before swooping in for the kill. Due to Infernus' blazing speed, his enemies won't be able to escape the flames.

Strengths

  • Reliable gunfire

    Infernus lands a higher share of shots than most heroes.

  • Lane control

    Infernus denies more souls than most heroes, which wins lanes.

Weaknesses

  • Few assists

    Infernus rarely assists, so it adds less in grouped fights than other heroes.

Infernus matchups

Nov 5 Patch · 44,347 games

Counters show the counter's win rate against Infernus, and heroes it beats show Infernus's win rate against them. Partners show synergy: how many points more the duo wins than the two heroes' own win rates predict.

Infernus abilities

Infernus abilities and upgrades →
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Infernus FAQ (Nov 5 Patch)

Is Infernus good in Deadlock right now?

Infernus is a solid, middle-of-the-pack pick: B-tier, #24 of 44, with a 48.7% win rate over 44,347 games. That is down 0.6 points over the last 20 days. Infernus does best at Low Skill (48.0%).

What is the best Infernus build?

The build Infernus players buy most: Extended Magazine, Extra Spirit, Rapid Rounds, and Extra Charge in lane, Improved Spirit, Spirit Lifesteal, Titanic Magazine, and Duration Extender in the mid game, then Superior Duration, Toxic Bullets, Rapid Recharge, Escalating Exposure, and Boundless Spirit late.

Who counters Infernus?

Graves (58.2%), Paige (56.9%), and Rat King (56.2%) beat Infernus most often; the number is each counter's win rate against Infernus. The best items against Infernus are Rusted Barrel, Cheat Death, and Slowing Bullets.

How do you play Infernus?

Infernus has many ways to deal damage over time, burning foes before swooping in for the kill. Due to Infernus' blazing speed, his enemies won't be able to escape the flames. Strengths: Reliable gunfire and Lane control. Weaknesses: Few assists.

When is Infernus strongest?

Infernus is about as strong at every game length (48.7%–51.3%).

Who is the best partner for Infernus?

Infernus's best partners are The Doorman (+1.7), McGinnis (+1.3), and Rem (+0.9). The number is how many points more those duos win than the two heroes' own win rates predict.