KDA

Definition

KDA is the standard kill-death-assist stat line, written as K/D/A (e.g., 12/3/8). It is also a derived ratio: (Kills + Assists) ÷ Deaths. KDA is the most common quick-glance performance metric in MOBAs, hero shooters, and tactical FPS, but high KDA does not always equal effective play — losing a game with a 20/0/0 score is possible if a player avoids contesting objectives.

Example

"I went 18/2/9 last game but we still lost" — the player had a strong KDA but the team lost the match.

Related terms

• ADR
• K/D
• carry