Deadlock is a thrilling, fast-paced game, and it's even more fun when you play with friends! But knowing how to invite those friends on Steam can be a little tricky if you're not familiar with the platform. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about inviting your buddies to join you in the chaos of Deadlock on Steam.
Finding Your Friends on Steam
Before you can invite them, you need to make sure they're on your Steam friends list. Here's how:
- Search for Friends: Open your Steam client and go to your friends list. Click on "Add a Friend" and enter their Steam username or real name (if you know it). Steam will search its database and display matching profiles.
- Friend Requests: Once you've found them, send them a friend request! They'll need to accept it before you can invite them to Deadlock.
- Already Friends?: If they're already on your friends list, skip this section and move on to inviting them to the game!
Inviting Friends to a Deadlock Game
There are a few different ways to invite your friends to play Deadlock with you, depending on whether you've already started a game or are about to:
Method 1: Inviting Before Starting a Game
This is the most straightforward method.
- Launch Deadlock: Open the Deadlock game in your Steam library.
- Main Menu: Navigate to the main menu in Deadlock.
- Multiplayer Option: Look for the multiplayer section (it might be labelled "Online," "Multiplayer," or something similar). Select it.
- Invite Friends: You should see an option to invite friends to the lobby before the game starts. This is often represented by a "+" icon or a "friends" tab.
- Select Friends: Choose which of your Steam friends you want to invite from your list.
- Send Invites: Click the button to send the invites. Your friends will receive a notification in Steam.
Method 2: Inviting During a Game (if possible)
Some games allow you to invite friends even after the game has begun. Check your in-game menu for a "Friends" or "Invite" option. Deadlock might not support this. If an option isn't available, you'll have to wait for the current game to end and invite them using Method 1.
Method 3: Using Steam's In-Game Overlay
Steam's in-game overlay offers a quick way to manage your friends and invite them to other games.
- Open Overlay: Press Shift+Tab during gameplay.
- Friends List: Navigate to your friends list.
- Invite Option: Find the option to invite a friend to your current game. This might be represented by a plus sign or an invite button.
- Choose and Invite: Select the friend(s) you want to invite and send them an invite.
Troubleshooting
- Friend Not Receiving Invite: Make sure your friend has the game installed and is online on Steam. Network issues can sometimes prevent invites from going through.
- Game Doesn't Allow Mid-Game Invites: Many multiplayer games don't allow inviting players after a match has already started. You'll need to wait for the next round or create a new lobby.
- Friend Isn't Showing Up: Verify your friends' Steam names and ensure their privacy settings allow them to be found and invited.
By following these steps, you'll be able to easily invite your friends to join you in the exhilarating world of Deadlock on Steam. Get ready for some intense battles!
