InfernusOpportunity · Teamfights
Watch for
His delayed explosion creates a recognisable incoming danger.
Do this
Keep Quantum Entanglement for a timed defensive response when possible; do not spend it casually before his approach.
How to play
How to play Dynamo in Deadlock
How to play Dynamo in Deadlock
DifficultyModerate
WeaponPistol
RoleSupport · Pick
Quick answer
- Your job
- Help teammates keep fighting and hold enemies where allies can damage them. A good save or a small reliable catch can matter as much as a large Singularity.
- Positioning
- Play near teammates who can use your control, usually just behind or beside the person taking the first contact.
- How to win fights
- In lane, use Kinetic Pulse to create a shooting opening for you and your partner.
- When you’re in trouble
- Use your defensive movement and control to return towards allied protection.
Strong at
- Allied setupKinetic Pulse creates a clearer shooting opportunity.
- Team recoveryHealing helps allies continue using a position.
- Fight controlSingularity can hold enemies for coordinated damage.
Weak to
- Missing follow-upControl has less value when allies cannot attack.
- InterruptionsEnemy control can stop a long commitment.
- Overcommitted entrySpending defence to enter can leave no useful escape.
How to play Dynamo
The full version of the quick answer.
Your goal
Help teammates keep fighting and hold enemies where allies can damage them. A good save or a small reliable catch can matter as much as a large Singularity.
Positioning
Play near teammates who can use your control, usually just behind or beside the person taking the first contact. Stay close enough to protect an ally without being the easiest enemy target. Before committing forward, check whether teammates can actually reach the area.
How to fight
- In lane, use Kinetic Pulse to create a shooting opening for you and your partner. Keep firing while the target is disrupted instead of treating the knock-up as your entire contribution. Use healing to sustain a useful position when your team can remain nearby.
- Quantum Entanglement can avoid a dangerous attack, so do not spend it only to get closer. For Singularity, look for enemies committed to an objective or already occupied by teammates. Check nearby interrupters and whether your allies are ready before beginning the channel.
When an enemy threatens you
Use your defensive movement and control to return towards allied protection. If someone attacks your damage dealer, turning back to stop them may be more useful than continuing towards the enemy team.
Dynamo Items & Ability Order
Popular Dynamo Items
Compare common Dynamo purchases by game stage, exploring item choices for his combination of teamfight initiation, protection and utility.
0–9 min
Extra Charge71%
Extra Regen49%
Headshot Booster45%
Sprint Boots41%
9–20 min
Rapid Recharge47%
Mystic Expansion44%
Compress Cooldown38%
Warp Stone32%
20–30 min
Greater Expansion38%
Superior Cooldown36%
Refresher30%
Superior Duration27%
30+ min
Transcendent Cooldown23%- Refresher19%
Unstoppable14%- Greater Expansion14%
Dynamo Ability Order
See how Dynamo players allocate their first 10 ability points between lane contribution, teammate support and fight setup.
| Ability point | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Kinetic Pulse | 1 | 2 | – | – | 5 | – | 7 | – | – | – |
 Rejuvenating Aurora | – | – | 3 | – | – | – | – | 8 | – | – |
 Quantum Entanglement | – | – | – | 4 | – | – | – | – | 9 | 10 |
 Singularity | – | – | – | – | – | 6 | – | – | – | – |
| Ability point | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinetic Pulse | 1 | 2 | – | – | 5 | – | 7 | – | – | – |
| Rejuvenating Aurora | – | – | 3 | – | – | – | – | – | – | 10 |
| Quantum Entanglement | – | – | – | 4 | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Singularity | – | – | – | – | – | 6 | – | 8 | 9 | – |
| Ability point | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinetic Pulse | 1 | 2 | – | – | 5 | – | 7 | – | – | – |
| Rejuvenating Aurora | – | – | 3 | – | – | – | – | – | 9 | – |
| Quantum Entanglement | – | – | – | 4 | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Singularity | – | – | – | – | – | 6 | – | 8 | – | 10 |
Dynamo game plan
Timings are approximate. When teams start grouping and pushing objectives, use the next phase’s advice.
Early game
~0–10 minCollect souls alongside your partner. Use Kinetic Pulse and gunfire together, preserving a defensive option for an enemy rush.
Mid game
~10–25 minCollect nearby income between useful team fights. Stay near the next contested objective rather than wandering alone while your team needs control.
Late game
~25+ minUse Singularity when allies can deal damage during it, or control a smaller threat to save a teammate. Do not wait endlessly for a perfect catch.
Tips
Good to know
- Kinetic Pulse has a 0.42s cast delay and travels along the ground, so enemies can jump over it
- Quantum Entanglement resets your air dashes and jumps, and can teleport allies through walls with clever targeting
- Meleeing during Rejuvenating Aurora's channel does not break the heal, so farm objectives while sustaining
Avoid these mistakes
- Holding enemies where no teammate can shoot them.
- Being interrupted during a long commitment.
If you’re struggling
Help teammates with control and healing; do not wait alone for a perfect multi-enemy ultimate.
One useful tip
A smaller Singularity that saves an ally can be better than waiting for the entire enemy team to group.
Matchups to watch
Heroes that change how you play Dynamo. Situational adjustments, not rankings.
SevenThreat · Teamfights
Watch for
Static Charge and sustained area pressure punish an exposed channel position.
Do this
Track the delayed stun and his firing area before committing Singularity; use cover and allied pressure to create a safer opening.
HazeOpportunity · Teamfights
Watch for
A committed shooter can threaten an ally while focused on damage.
Do this
Stay within protective reach and use control to stop her attack when your team can follow up.
