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An invite to Deadlock should not take too long, but if you’re curious about the exact timeframe, we’ve got you covered.
At the time of writing, the only way to play Deadlock is through an invitation from a friend who has access to the game. It is a simple process that we’ve walked you throughin both written and video form. But how long exactly do Deadlock invites take to reach a player?
That is a question everyone seems to be wanting an answer for. As some get it immediately, others claim several days, and the game itself states that it might take a few. So, let’s go over what we know about the topic.
How long does it take to get a Deadlock invite?
There’s a handy section in Deadlock itself where players can send out invites. If you have access, you just need to click the button to invite your friends and then select anyone who does not have the game to bring them to the party.
That is really all it takes. Though sometimes, the invite does not arrive immediately. No one knows why, but you should just be patient and it will come at some point. Here’s what Deadlock says regarding how long an invite takes:
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“Invites are typically sent out within 1-2 days, but sometimes may take longer.”
Just wait the assumed amount of time that Valve states it should take. If you don’t have it by then, there might be a bug, glitch, or other issue.
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