Deadlock: Best McGinnis Build Guide

McGinnis is a versatile hero in Deadlock, capable of playing as either a pure DPS or a support. One thing remains constant—her turrets pack a punch! With the right item build, she can become an outstanding force in the game. This guide covers the best McGinnis build in Deadlock.

McGinnis Skill Progression

All heroes in Deadlock have four abilities, including an ultimate. Here is the complete list of McGinnis’ skills:

• Mini Turret: Deploy a Mini Turret that automatically shoots enemies. The turret expires after a limited lifetime.
• Medicinal Specter: Deploy a spirit that heals nearby units.
• Spectral Wall: Creates a wall that divides the terrain in half. On creation, the wall deals damage and applies slow to enemies nearby.
• Heavy Barrage: Unleashes a volley of rockets that home in on a targeted location.

This build focuses on enhancing McGinnis’ Mini Turret, so make sure to max it out first.

Best McGinnis Item Build

To maximize McGinnis’ capabilities, follow this item build. You can also set this build as your preset in-game by searching for “McGinnis GameWitted” in the browse build section.

Early Game

In the early laning phase, start by getting Basic Magazine, Enduring Spirit, Extra Stamina, and Sprint Boots. These items are essential for farming Souls.

Next, acquire Extra Charge and Fleetfoot to boost your survivability. Follow up by purchasing Improved Cooldown, Mystic Vulnerability, and Suppressor to enhance your skills.

• Basic Magazine – 500
• Enduring Spirit – 500
• Extra Stamina – 500
• Sprint Boots – 500
• Extra Charge – 500
• Fleetfoot – 1250
• Improved Cooldown – 1250
• Mystic Vulnerability – 1250
• Suppressor – 1250

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Mid-Game

Entering the mid-game, prioritize acquiring Spirit Lifesteal, Enduring Speed, and Intensifying Magazine. These items will help you survive longer in battles while boosting your damage output.

Next, purchase Superior Cooldown, Echo Shard, and Rapid Recharge. Although Echo Shard is expensive, it’s essential for this build, allowing you to deploy more turrets.

Finally, get Warp Stone, Superior Stamina, and Titanic Magazine. These items are crucial for improving your mobility, an area where McGinnis typically struggles.

• Spirit Lifesteal – 1250
• Enduring Speed – 1750
• Intensifying Magazine – 3000
• Superior Cooldown – 4250
• Echo Shard – 6300
• Rapid Recharge – 3500
• Warp Stone – 3000
• Superior Stamina – 3500
• Titanic Magazine – 3500

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Late-Game

Entering the late game, immediately acquire Leech, Mystic Slow, and Spiritual Overflow. These items will boost your lifesteal and significantly increase your turret’s damage.

Next, finalize your turret build by obtaining Escalating Exposure, Boundless Spirit, and Ricochet.

• Leech – 6300
• Mystic Slow – 4250
• Spiritual Overflow – 6300
• Escalating Exposure – 7550
• Boundless Spirit – 9800
• Ricochet – 6300

Conclusion

By following this guide, you can create the best McGinnis build in Deadlock and dominate the game with the power of your Mini Turrets.

If you haven’t received an invitation to the playtest yet, check out our guide on how to join the Deadlock playtest.