How to use Public Build in Deadlock

Contents

• How to use a Public Build in Deadlock
• How to edit a Public Build in Deadlock
• FAQ
  • Q1) Will the Public Build change for everyone if I edit it?
  • Q2) How to know which Public Build is good?
  • Q3) Are community made builds free to use?

Using a Public Build in Deadlock is a great way to maximize your character's potential. Whether you are new or simply looking for more guidance, these builds offer a great way of getting started in Deadlock. These community-shared setups are often created by the top players in the world, allowing you to experiment with optimized configurations for all the Deadlock heroes without having to build them from scratch.

On that note, here's how to use Public Builds in Deadlock.

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How to find and use Public Builds in Deadlock

Loading a Public Build (Image via Valve)

Using a Public Build in Deadlock is quite simple. Here's how to do it for any hero:

• Visit The Curiosity Shop.
• In the top-right corner, click the "Browse Builds" button.
• Select one of the numerous community-made builds in the list that appear on the left.
• Click "Exit Build" in the top-right corner.

You have now successfully loaded a Public Build in Deadlock. Most of the Deadlock builds have four sections: Early, Mid, Late, and Situational. The first three options refer to the game's phases, and the Late items are usually expensive. The Situational items are optional, and only recommended to be used when you have extra slots.

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How to edit a Public Build in Deadlock

Searching for Public Builds (Image via Valve)

Here's how to edit an existing build in Deadlock:

• Open the Public Build of your choice.
• In the bottom-left corner, you can see the "Copy & Edit" button.
• Click the button and exchange the items as per your preference.
• Hit "Save Changes" and exit the Build Menu.

It should be noted that you can not configure the build during a match. You need to enter the Sandbox Mode and save changes before entering a game. Considering that the title is in an early development phase, this feature is subject to change.

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FAQ

Q1) Will the Public Build change for everyone if I edit it?

A) No, your edited version is saved as your personal preset for the character you selected.

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Q2) How to know which Public Build is good?

A) In most of the cases, the "Trending" tagged Builds are the best and up to date. In some cases, you can check the "Popular" tagged builds as well.

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Q3) Are community-made builds free to use?

A) Yes, they are completely free to use.