Dota 2 Esports News

If you're new to Dota 2 or just play the game casually, chances are you know little to nothing about Dota Plus. It’s a subscription service that offers extra information on various game mechanics and provides exclusive rewards. With patch 7.39 introducing new perks to Dota Plus, we thought it was the perfect time to break down everything this service offers. Let’s explore the key features, how they can improve your gameplay, and how to subscribe. Remember the golden yearsmore

Weaver is a ranged Agility hero who bends space and time. He moves fast, drops armor, and fixes his own mistakes with Time Lapse. When farmed, he can shred cores while slipping out of danger. Weak stats and silence keep him honest, but good positioning unlocks his full power. Master Weaver with this Dota 2 Weaver Guide. Clear skills, builds, and tactics show you how to use Shukuchi, The Swarm, and Time Lapse. Core Abilities The Swarm The Swarm firesmore

With the release of patch 7.39, Dota 2 has once again shifted the landscape of hero builds and item synergies. While not every change is game-breaking, some combinations — both unexpected and underexplored — have emerged as particularly interesting or surprisingly effective. Whether you’re looking for a competitive edge or just something fun for your next pub game, the post-patch experimentation period is the perfect time to try new ideas. In this article, we’ll explore a few standout hero andmore

The meta in Dota 2 patch 7.39 is hazy and it's not clear which heroes will dominate the game in the month leading up to the Esports World Cup. While there remains a lot to find out, some heroes have emerged as very strong picks early in the patch. In this article we will list the best support heroes to grind MMR in Dota 2 patch 7.39. These heroes are relatively easy to use while also providing incredible utility tomore

Predecessor, a next-generation team-based strategy MOBA game developed by Omeda Studios, has announced their new championship circuit. The announcement follows the success of the recent Summer Showdown Creator Tournament back in April of this year. Titled the Predecessor Championship Circuit, it is set to seize the momentary momentum garnered and – hopefully transform what has been up until now grassroots and community passion - into a fully-fledged competitive esports circuit. What is Predecessor? Predecessor is a visionary reimagining of themore

Dota 2 patch 7.39 turned the game on it's head and everyone is trying to find their footing. Long forgotten heroes have returned to the limelight, as Venomancer and Omni Knight shine. While others struggle to find their place in the new meta. We've one through the biggest winners of the patch. Now it's time to look at the ones who suffered the most from Valve's latest update. The Biggest losers in Dota 2 patch 7.39 Kez To be frank,more

It’s still early days, but the ripple effects of Dota 2’s patch 7.39 are already visible in the data. While statistics alone can’t capture the full picture, they do offer a solid north star — guiding players through the evolving meta and helping identify early trends. In this article, we analyze data from Dotabuff, comparing win rate shifts over the past week to draw some conclusions. Patch 7.39 brought sweeping changes, especially with the introduction and reshuffling of hero facets — the optional passive modifiers that significantly alter playstyles. So far, some heroes are clearly benefiting more than others. Let’smore

Dormant Curio is a new tier one neutral item introduced in Dota 2 patch 7.39. It buffs the next neutral artifact picked by 30% but provides no bonuses itself. It's a risky investment players can choose to make at the five-minute mark. Dormant Curio is fast becoming one of the most picked neutral artifacts. But what is the best neutral to combine it with? Egor "Nightfall" Grigorenko shared his thoughts on the item after defeating Team Liquid at DreamLeague Seasonmore

Dota 2 Patch 7.39 introduced 18 fresh facets, but as the saying goes, comparison is the thief of joy. Everyone loves new toys to play with, but not everything new is necessarily great. While some facets feel like perfect fits for their heroes — and even outperform expectations — others fall a bit flat. In this article, we take a look at the five most underwhelming facets introduced in Patch 7.39. These aren’t necessarily bad, but compared to others, theymore

Patch 7.39 dropped with a huge wave of changes, and the Dota 2 community has been reading through it as if there were no tomorrow. Among the most exciting aspects are the new facets — a feature that continues to evolve and add depth to hero customization. With that in mind, let's take a look at our top five new facets introduced in Dota 2 with patch 7.39, excluding those already spotlighted by Valve. Of course, this is a subjectivemore

Gaimin Gladiators came out swinging in the new Dota 2 patch. The team took down Nigma Galaxy 2-1, with a convincing performance in game 3. After the series concluded, Marcus "Ace" Christensen had a quick interview to share his thoughts on the new patch, new teammate, and which hero he hoped to see back. Dota 2 patch 7.39 is the latest update to the game and has significantly shook up the meta scene. With later Tormentor timing, map changes, andmore

Dota 2 patch 7.39 is here and there is a doozy of changes. Valve has added a ton of quality of life improvements, such as clearer in-game voice settings, a slew of simpler to use hotkey options, and and a far easier to use market. That's a lot of good stuff, but our focus on this article will be all the juicy game play additions and changes that will shake up the meta. The biggest changes in Dota 2 patch 7.39more

The first group stage of DreamLeague Season 26 is over, and we’re here to report the results. We’ll also share the full schedule for the second group stage, which begins on May 23rd. Eight teams have been eliminated, and eight move forward to another group stage. This time, matches will be best-of-three in a single round-robin format. At the end of this stage, the top half of the DreamLeague Season 26: First Group Stage Results We begin with Group A,more

NaVi Junior and Virtus.pro have opted to relinquish their slots in the Eastern Europe Qualifiers for The International 2025. The reason? Instead of battling for a single spot, both teams believe they have a better chance of qualifying through the Western Europe Qualifiers, which offer two slots. While Eastern Europe presents more competition for a single spot, Western Europe currently has only four announced teams — none of which are considered particularly dominant. With that in mind, NaVi Junior andmore

Valve has released all information needed regarding their upcoming Dota 2 Short Film Contest. The yearly event happens during The International and celebrates creators from all around the world. Submissions are now open and hopefuls have until August 17th to get their movies in. Dota 2 Short Film Contest 2025 celebrates a decade of creativity Thus Dota 2 Contest is Valve's way of showcasing the talent of the game's community. Anyone can submit a 90 second video about the game.more

Recently, a tweet has sparked major controversy involving Team Liquid. A Rainbow Six Siege player posted after losing a match against a Japanese team, and the aftermath resulted in the termination of the partnership between Honda's American branch and Team Liquid. This is a significant financial loss that is expected to impact Team Liquid across all divisions —including Dota 2. With Team Liquid being one of the direct invites to this year's The International and the defending champions, the situation has become considerably more complicated. A Financial Debacle If you’re not up to date on the situation, we have anmore

Nigma Galaxy is on a roll at DreamLeague Season 26. With a 5-3 score, the team is tied for second place in their group and nearly guaranteed a spot in the second playoffs. After defeating the new OG squad, Maroun "GH" Merhej  had a post-game interview discussing which hero he'd like to see in the meta, what he hates in Dota 2 pubs, and thoughts on the upcoming Esports World Cup. GH: "I don't recall anyone I play with inmore

Phantom Lancer is an agility-based carry who overwhelms enemies with illusions. He’s hard to track, tricky to kill, and can deal serious damage if left unchecked. This guide covers his abilities, item builds, roles, and how to play him effectively. Who Is Phantom Lancer? Phantom Lancer, also known as Azwraith, was once a fisherman. After defeating the Dread Magus Vorn, he gained the power to create illusions of himself. These phantoms fight at his side, making it difficult for enemiesmore

Dota 2 stands as one of the most influential titles in esports history, evolving from a humble Warcraft III mod into a global phenomenon with record-breaking prize pools and millions of devoted fans. Its journey represents not just the growth of a single game, but mirrors the evolution of esports as a whole. This article explores how Dota 2 rose to prominence and maintained its status as an esports giant despite numerous challenges along the way. The Origins of Dotamore

American Honda Motor Co., Inc has officially ended its partnership with esports organization Team Liquid following a controversial social media post by one of the team's Rainbow Six Siege players. The huge sponsorship termination comes after Lucas "DiasLucasBr" Dias shared an inappropriate GIF related to atomic bombing on his social media account, causing widespread backlash in the esports community and beyond. The incident after CAG Osaka x Team Liquid On May 13, 2025, following Team Liquid's loss to Japanese teammore