McGinnis – Deadlock hero
Win Rate
51.5%
Matches
2,643
KDA
2.78

McGinnis vs Drifter vs Drifter

Skill Level
All Skill Levels
Matches
19,271
Version
6861
Last Updated
Nov 14, 2026 UTC
Author
Dakota Chinnick
Methodology
Data Methodology

McGinnis holds a 51.5% win rate advantage over Drifter based on 2,643 Deadlock matches. McGinnis averages -1,880 more net worth, translating to earlier item power spikes. Play around your economic advantage to maximize this 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.

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McGinnis - 51.5% win rate in this matchup
McGinnis
51.5% WR
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Drifter vs McGinnis matchup - 48.5% win rate
Drifter
48.5% WR

Who Wins the McGinnis vs Drifter Matchup?

McGinnis wins the McGinnis vs Drifter matchup
Winner
McGinnis
Matches: 2,643
51.5%
Win Rate
48.5%
4.8
Avg Kills
8.8
6.4
Avg Deaths
7.8
12.8
Avg Assists
10.7
41,210
Avg Net Worth
43,090
38,581
Player DMG
36,412
5,445
Objective DMG
3,982
107.6
Last Hits
66.9

McGinnis vs Drifter Matchup Summary

The McGinnis vs Drifter matchup in Deadlock is a relatively balanced matchup with a slight edge. Based on 2,643 recent matches analyzed, McGinnis wins with a 51.5% win rate compared to Drifter's 48.5%, giving McGinnis a 3.0 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where McGinnis consistently outperforms. McGinnis has a small edge, but Drifter can win this through smart play. The margin is thin enough that rotations, team coordination and outplays decide it more than the hero pick.

McGinnis vs Drifter Combat Analysis

  • Avg Kills

    Drifter substantially outfrags McGinnis in this matchup, averaging 8.8 kills compared to 4.8 — a difference of nearly 4.0 eliminations per match.

  • Objective DMG

    McGinnis contributes 1,462 more objective damage than Drifter on average, making them more valuable for split pushing, securing guardian kills, and accelerating tower takes.

  • Avg Deaths

    McGinnis demonstrates markedly better survivability against Drifter, recording fewer deaths per game.

  • Net Worth

    Drifter generates approximately 1,880 more souls than McGinnis on average.

Recommended Items for McGinnis vs Drifter

McGinnis build for Drifter matchup

McGinnis Build vs Drifter

Trophy Collector – Deadlock itemTrophy Collector1,600 souls62.2%9.1% pickMystic Reverb – Deadlock itemMystic Reverb6,400 souls65.6%3.6% pickSpirit Burn – Deadlock itemSpirit Burn6,400 souls58.8%22.6% pickEscalating Exposure – Deadlock itemEscalating Exposure6,400 souls56.7%56.4% pickHeroic Aura – Deadlock itemHeroic Aura3,200 souls57.4%35.1% pickLightning Scroll – Deadlock itemLightning Scroll6,400 souls57.8%24.6% pickFrostbite Charm – Deadlock itemFrostbite Charm9,999 souls87.5%0.3% pickMonster Rounds – Deadlock itemMonster Rounds800 souls56.7%22.1% pick
Drifter build for McGinnis matchup

Drifter Build vs McGinnis

Echo Shard – Deadlock itemEcho Shard6,400 souls88.9%0.3% pickLucky Shot – Deadlock itemLucky Shot6,400 souls57.3%15.1% pickFrenzy – Deadlock itemFrenzy6,400 souls59.3%6.5% pickGlass Cannon – Deadlock itemGlass Cannon6,400 souls57.3%10.6% pickSilencer – Deadlock itemSilencer6,400 souls55.7%17.9% pickSpirit Burn – Deadlock itemSpirit Burn6,400 souls55.1%23.5% pickSpellbreaker – Deadlock itemSpellbreaker6,400 souls58.0%7.4% pickSiphon Bullets – Deadlock itemSiphon Bullets6,400 souls57.8%7.1% pick

Item win rates come from 2,643 games of McGinnis vs Drifter, coloured against that hero's win rate in this matchup.

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McGinnis has favorable matchups against 29 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 14 heroes in Deadlock. McGinnis's strongest matchup is against Mirage with a 59.1% win rate. The hardest matchup is Paige at 41.5% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

McGinnis matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6861)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
Graves – Deadlock heroGraves
45.72%4,1582.854.55.836,12740,427
Haze – Deadlock heroHaze
48.89%2,6612.724.66.136,10440,398
Drifter – Deadlock heroDrifter
51.49%2,6432.784.86.438,58141,210
Rat King – Deadlock heroRat King
44.79%2,6122.714.25.933,40839,991
Bebop – Deadlock heroBebop
54.18%2,4532.794.56.036,53540,357
Lady Geist – Deadlock heroLady Geist
44.37%2,4322.704.46.136,92541,095
Venator – Deadlock heroVenator
53.53%2,4232.944.55.735,40240,333
Infernus – Deadlock heroInfernus
51.43%2,2402.804.46.035,95440,697
Seven – Deadlock heroSeven
43.84%2,2012.794.25.833,87340,021
Paige – Deadlock heroPaige
41.55%2,1952.633.95.831,91639,850
Wraith – Deadlock heroWraith
49.95%2,1942.834.45.835,31240,333
Billy – Deadlock heroBilly
51.86%2,1832.834.76.037,60440,674
Paradox – Deadlock heroParadox
52.91%1,9962.884.55.835,73041,024
Lash – Deadlock heroLash
51.56%1,9882.914.75.937,15340,972
Abrams – Deadlock heroAbrams
50.51%1,9662.874.55.836,92740,353
Shiv – Deadlock heroShiv
55.49%1,9593.034.55.535,13940,387
Mina – Deadlock heroMina
56.66%1,9522.994.55.736,26040,736
Victor – Deadlock heroVictor
47.71%1,9432.774.46.036,33340,127
Rem – Deadlock heroRem
53.36%1,9362.934.75.835,67740,141
Silver – Deadlock heroSilver
54.15%1,8082.934.75.936,73040,560
Celeste – Deadlock heroCeleste
50.11%1,7962.844.45.934,49839,630
Apollo – Deadlock heroApollo
49.61%1,7782.814.76.137,09340,310
Vindicta – Deadlock heroVindicta
51.84%1,7362.634.36.034,33540,225
Dynamo – Deadlock heroDynamo
50.17%1,7322.804.35.836,82340,345
Nurse Harrow – Deadlock heroNurse Harrow
47.08%1,6082.864.15.537,85839,402
Deadman Danny – Deadlock heroDeadman Danny
48.55%1,5512.784.56.036,23840,495
Ivy – Deadlock heroIvy
50.07%1,5362.934.45.735,93440,148
Yamato – Deadlock heroYamato
53.06%1,5042.954.96.037,15040,479
Holliday – Deadlock heroHolliday
55.58%1,3172.764.15.833,41639,342
Pocket – Deadlock heroPocket
58.29%1,1943.134.85.736,83741,705
Grey Talon – Deadlock heroGrey Talon
52.00%1,1752.704.26.035,27241,224
Kelvin – Deadlock heroKelvin
47.68%1,1432.834.55.938,16740,341
Violet – Deadlock heroViolet
54.34%1,1172.954.65.837,03340,952
The Doorman – Deadlock heroThe Doorman
55.87%1,0993.104.75.636,99041,381
Warden – Deadlock heroWarden
49.76%1,0232.764.45.934,98839,637
Calico – Deadlock heroCalico
54.44%9792.744.56.336,77241,522
Vyper – Deadlock heroVyper
53.90%9613.084.65.635,05040,336
Viscous – Deadlock heroViscous
55.81%9032.994.45.636,41540,544
Baba – Deadlock heroBaba
46.05%8362.654.25.933,81538,661
Solomon – Deadlock heroSolomon
53.26%8282.904.15.434,05840,028
Mo & Krill – Deadlock heroMo & Krill
53.33%7952.944.45.836,87540,952
Mirage – Deadlock heroMirage
59.10%7363.044.65.638,34842,432
Sinclair – Deadlock heroSinclair
58.44%6283.204.45.334,25640,594
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McGinnis Matchups - FAQ

What is McGinnis's best matchup in Deadlock?

McGinnis's best matchup is against Mirage, achieving a 59.1% 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 Paige, with only a 41.5% win rate. Against this opponent, McGinnis should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does McGinnis have?

McGinnis has 29 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 14 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.

See Also

McGinnis StatsMcGinnis BuildMcGinnis CountersMcGinnis SynergiesDeadlock tier list: where McGinnis ranksAll Heroes