OverclockSkill
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Is Overclock good in Slay the Spire 2?
Overclock is an uncommon Defect skill in Slay the Spire 2. In combat it resolves as: Draw cards. Add a Burn into your Discard Pile. It’s a dependable, middle-of-the-pack option, landing at C tier in our rankings.
Across 6 recorded runs, decks running it win 16.7% of the time, comfortably clear of the 12.6% average, by 4.0%. It’s a more selective pick, turning up in just 1.2% of decks that could run it. Defect players keep it in 21.4% of their runs, so it’s a familiar sight in those decks. On average it shows up 2.5 times in the decks that take it.
It performs best next to Tempest — together they post a +16.7% swing in win rate. It also has strong chemistry with the relic Meal Ticket, which moves its win rate by +16.7%. At 0 energy, it’s upgraded in 13.3% of runs and usually joins the deck around floor 9.
Upgraded, it gains +1 Cards, which is why so many decks invest a rest-site upgrade in it. That’s 1 wins, 5 deaths, and 0 abandoned runs with it in the deck. The encounter that most often ends a run carrying it is Kaiser Crab Boss, which closes out 33.3% of its appearances. Read on for Overclock’s complete synergy, class, and threat breakdown to decide whether it earns a slot in your Defect run.
Overclock Win Rate & Pick Rate
Overclock’s 16.7% win rate clears the 12.6% all-deck average by 4.0%, the gap charted below.
Run Outcomes with Overclock
Overclock has 1 wins and 5 losses over 6 tracked runs (16.7% won); abandoned runs count as losses.
- Wins 16.7%
- Losses 83.3%
Overclock Win Rate by Class
Overclock is drafted only by the Defect, where it holds a 16.7% win rate across 6 runs.
The Defectappears in 21.4% of its runs (6 tracked)Best Relics for Overclock
Overclock pairs best with the relics Meal Ticket (+16.7%), Game Piece (+16.7%), and Blood Vial (+16.7%), ranked by win-rate lift.
Based on small co-occurring samples — treat these as early signals, not final verdicts.
Overclock Card Details
Overclock is an uncommon skill costing 0 energy; it’s upgraded in 13.3% of runs and usually picked up by floor 9.
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Upgrade: +1 Cards
What Ends Runs with Overclock
Overclock’s most common run-enders are Kaiser Crab Boss (33.3%) and Queen Boss (33.3%).
- Kaiser Crab Boss33.3% of runs
- Queen Boss33.3% of runs
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Overclock – Frequently Asked Questions
Is Overclock good in Slay the Spire 2?
Across 6 tracked runs, Overclock has a 16.7% win rate — +4.0% above the average deck. Win rate reflects how often runs that include the card end in victory.
What does Overclock do in Slay the Spire 2?
Overclock costs 0 energy. Draw cards. Add a Burn into your Discard Pile.
What class is Overclock in Slay the Spire 2?
Overclock is an Uncommon Defect Skill.
Is Overclock worth upgrading in Slay the Spire 2?
Players upgrade Overclock in 13.3% of runs. Upgrading it grants +1 Cards.
What is the best relic for Overclock?
In tracked runs, Overclock has performed best alongside Meal Ticket, which lifts its win rate by +16.7% over 3 runs together.
See Also
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