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How to get a Deadlock invite

Updated October 26, 2026

Deadlock is still invite-only. There's no store button to buy it or join a waitlist; current players invite their Steam friends.

"Access to Deadlock is currently limited to friend invites via our playtesters." Deadlock's Steam store page, checked October 26, 2026

Step by step

  1. 1 Get a free Steam accountDeadlock runs through Steam on Windows. Install Steam and sign in.
  2. 2 Find someone who already playsOnly current players can invite you. Ask friends, your gaming group or a community you're part of; anyone who has Deadlock in their Steam library can help.
  3. 3 Become Steam friendsInvites go to Steam friends, so they need to add you (or you add them) first.
  4. 4 Get the inviteYour friend sends you a Deadlock invite. Once it's through, Deadlock appears in your Steam library.
  5. 5 Install and playInstall Deadlock from your library like any Steam game.

Valve's store page only says access is by friend invites from playtesters; the exact in-game invite screen may change while the game is in development.

Invite FAQ

How do I get a Deadlock invite?

Ask a friend who already plays to invite you on Steam. Valve's store page says: "Access to Deadlock is currently limited to friend invites via our playtesters."

Can I buy Deadlock?

No. Deadlock has no price or package on Steam right now; the only way in is an invite.

Is there a sign-up or waitlist?

Valve's store page doesn't offer one: it only mentions friend invites from current players.

Should I buy an invite or a key?

No. Access is free through friends, and sites selling invites or keys aren't from Valve.