Deadlock vs Vyse•Matchup

Deadlock vs Vyse Matchup Summary

The Deadlock vs Vyse matchup in Valorant is an extremely balanced duel where aim and game sense determine the winner. Based on 8 competitive matches analyzed, Deadlock wins 50.0% of the time compared to Vyse's 50.0%, a 0.0 percentage point difference. The most significant gap is in fragging ability, where Deadlock consistently outperforms. In this Sentinel vs Sentinel matchup, Neither Deadlock nor Vyse has a clear statistical advantage. Victory comes down to individual mechanical skill, utility usage timing, and reading your opponent's positioning. Focus on winning your aim duels and making smart rotations.

Deadlock vs Vyse Fragging Analysis

Deadlock achieves a clean sweep in the fragging department, winning all five combat metrics against Vyse in the Deadlock vs Vyse matchup. This comprehensive dominance across KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability demonstrates that Deadlock holds systematic mechanical advantages in these encounters. Based on analysis of 8 competitive matches, Deadlock players can approach duels against Vyse with confidence, while Vyse players must completely avoid fair fights and instead focus on utility-based contributions, information gathering, and team coordination to remain impactful.

Deadlock vs Vyse Attack and Defense Performance

Attack Side

Deadlock

56.2%

51.2%

Defense Side

Deadlock

48.8%

43.8%

Attack Side Breakdown

Deadlock holds a meaningful attack-side advantage in the Deadlock vs Vyse matchup, winning 56.2% of offensive rounds compared to 51.2% for Vyse. This 4.9 percentage point gap translates to real tactical implications that both sides should account for in their attack-side strategies.

Our analysis of 8 matches reveals Deadlock's kit enables more effective site executions across multiple dimensions. Whether through superior entry tools, better post-plant utility, or stronger mid-round adaptability, Deadlock consistently converts attack rounds at a higher rate. Vyse teams need to acknowledge this disadvantage and adjust accordingly — consider running more coordinated executes, prioritizing trades over individual plays, and using utility to create advantages before committing to site takes.

Entry fragging dynamics shift noticeably in Deadlock's favor in this matchup. When Deadlock takes the first duel on a site execute, they convert at a meaningfully higher rate than Vyse. For Vyse players, this means being more selective about entry timings — wait for utility to clear angles, ensure a teammate is positioned to trade, or look for off-angle entries that negate Deadlock's advantages. Deadlock can confidently take entries knowing the data supports aggressive play.

Post-plant is where Deadlock's advantage becomes most pronounced. The 4.9% attack-side gap suggests Deadlock excels at converting spike plants into round wins through superior defuse denial or retake resistance. Vyse should stack post-plants with multiple players when possible, communicate molly and utility timings precisely, and avoid isolated post-plant positions where Deadlock's kit advantages become decisive. For Deadlock, recognize your post-plant strength and play confidently for spike after successful takes.

Defense Side Breakdown

Deadlock demonstrates notably stronger defensive performance against Vyse, holding 48.8% of rounds versus 43.8%. This 4.9 point advantage represents meaningful tactical superiority that should influence how both agents approach CT-side play in this matchup.

Site anchor assignments should account for Deadlock's defensive advantage. Deadlock can confidently solo anchor sites, knowing their kit enables effective stalling and information gathering. Vyse should avoid solo anchor positions against Deadlock — instead, pair with a teammate who can provide support utility, or play positions that allow quick rotates to avoid extended 1v1 holds. When attackers target Vyse's site with Deadlock on the execute, expect faster site falls.

Retake scenarios meaningfully favor Deadlock in this matchup. Our 8 match analysis shows Deadlock converts retakes at a significantly higher rate, whether through better clearing utility, superior positioning, or stronger clutch mechanics. Vyse should never attempt solo retakes against Deadlock — always wait for teammates, coordinate utility, and take the retake together. Deadlock can confidently take 1vX retakes that Vyse should avoid.

Economy rounds highlight Deadlock's defensive advantages. Vyse should prioritize full saves over force buys when facing Deadlock, as the defensive utility gap compounds on limited economy. Deadlock can play more aggressively on eco rounds, pushing for information or early picks knowing their kit provides advantages even without full utility. On full buy rounds, Vyse should ensure teammate utility covers their defensive gaps.

Overall Side Analysis

Deadlock demonstrates commanding superiority on both attack (56.2%) and defense (48.8%), comprehensively outperforming Vyse across all phases of the game. Based on our analysis of 8 competitive matches, this is one of the more one-sided agent matchups in Valorant, with Deadlock holding advantages at every stage.

Map selection and team composition cannot fix Vyse's disadvantage in this matchup. Deadlock outperforms across all map types and team structures. If you're playing Vyse into Deadlock, your team composition needs to compensate heavily: strong fragging agents to carry Vyse's weight, utility-heavy supports to cover their positioning, and coordination to avoid leaving Vyse in isolated Deadlock encounters.

For ranked climbing, avoid playing Vyse when you expect to face Deadlock frequently. The 9.9 combined percentage point disadvantage across both sides is too large to overcome through individual skill improvement. If Deadlock is meta in your rank bracket, strongly consider adding them to your agent pool or playing agents that have more neutral matchups.

Final verdict: Deadlock decisively wins the Deadlock vs Vyse matchup. This isn't a skill check or a "play better" situation — Deadlock has systematic advantages that manifest across thousands of games. Vyse players facing Deadlock should adjust expectations, play more supportively, and recognize that direct confrontations are statistically unfavorable at every stage of the game.

Sentinel vs Sentinel Dynamics

Both Deadlock and Vyse fill the Sentinel role in Valorant team compositions. This role mirror means teams won't face composition issues from having both agents — the question is purely which Sentinel performs better in direct competition. Our data clearly indicates Deadlock is the stronger Sentinel pick when these agents face each other.

In Sentinel vs Sentinel encounters, similar ability timing and usage patterns mean both agents often use their kits in comparable ways. The winner typically comes down to which player uses their abilities more efficiently and wins the mechanical duels that follow. Deadlock's statistical advantage suggests their specific Sentinel kit translates slightly better to winning these mirror encounters.