Valve introduces extra competitive mode in Deadlock but communication issues persist

Valve has introduced an "extra competitive" option for its game Deadlock, allowing players to seek matches with others who prefer higher coordination and competitiveness. This follows the addition of a competitive mode in October that improved matchmaking by ranking players. However, players have reported that the new mode does not guarantee better communication or teamwork. Many matches still feature players who do not engage or leave the game, leading to frustration among participants. The overall communication in Deadlock has declined since the game's beta, with fewer players using team chat effectively. Some players are calling for stricter penalties for those who leave matches in the extra competitive mode.