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Along with the end of the BLAST Slam IV, we bring our meta recap to analyze how things changed during the tournament. We’ll look at the five most popular heroes, their performance, and how teams took advantage of the evolving meta. After that, it’s time to update the Shadow Meta. We’ll explore the heroes with the best win rates and see which roles benefited the most from them.   BLAST Slam IV: Meta Recap Hoodwinked and Going Nuts Starting withmore

After almost a month of battles and downtime, Tundra Esports emerged as the BLAST Slam IV Champions. They defeated Team Falcons in an intense five-map Grand Final. Both teams played great Dota 2 and proved why they stand out from the rest of the lineup. As usual, let’s take a look at the path that led them to the Grand Finals. Then, we’ll discuss what these results mean for the top-tier teams. Finally, we’ll briefly review the current state ofmore

After trying without success to regain their position in Western European Dota 2, OG has announced a new Southeast Asian roster. This announcement comes just ten days after the organization dismissed what was left of their most recent attempt at a Western European lineup. Many other teams have tried to transition regions in the past. However, only a few managed to do it successfully, while most withered and disappeared. The question now is: will OG add their name to themore

High on the wind-ravaged steppes of Druud lives Disruptor, a stormcrafter from the Oglodi people. His people are the remnants of a fallen civilization that once mastered stormcraft—a mysterious mix of magic and ancient technology. Constantly battling seasonal storms and foreign invaders, the Oglodi have turned weather into both a survival tool and a form of worship. Disruptor stands out among them for his courage and curiosity. While still young and untested, he explored the ruins of ancestral cities, scavengingmore

We are finally back to BLAST Slam IV playoffs after a couple of weeks, and it’s time to check who made it past the Play-In. At the same time, we’ll also take a look at the playoff matchups, which will begin on November 7th at 07:00 (GMT). The Playoffs will follow a single-elimination bracket with six qualified teams. Four teams advanced to the Quarterfinals through the Play-In, while Team Falcons and Tundra Esports went straight into the Semifinals after finishingmore

Now that FISSURE PLAYGROUND 2 is over, it's time to bring back our meta recap. We’ll take a look at the most popular heroes in the tournament, analyze their performance, and see which teams made the best use of them. After that, we’ll also return to some speculation about what might be the shadow meta. A new patch seems to be inching closer to release, but in the meantime, we’ll let you know what to play to set yourself apartmore

FISSURE PLAYGROUND 2 has concluded, and Team Falcons emerged as champions, proving why they are one of the most dominant Dota 2 teams in the world. This marks their first championship title since The International 2025, setting a powerful tone for the upcoming season. The event gathered most of the Tier 1 teams eager to test their new lineups and recover momentum after TI. It served as a crucial checkpoint in the early post-TI meta, giving fans and analysts amore

G2 continue their expansion beyond the world of esports. After entering the world of traditional sports earlier this year by creating G2 FC to participate in the Kings League, the organization has now announced the launch of Red Aura, an original fantasy-action webcomic that translates the spirit and story of G2 into a new creative universe. Developed in collaboration with Japanese Art Director Runbel and KISAI Entertainment, the studio behind webcomic adaptations of Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Beginningmore

OG has been struggling to form a stable Dota 2 roster, and once again they are disbanding to start fresh. This last roster was formed on September 23rd and had successive underwhelming results in the various qualifiers that took place since then. In the good old days, OG was the first organization to become a two-time TI champion and the only one to do it back-to-back to this day. Unfortunately, after their TI-winning roster retired, their results slowly declined tomore

The International Olympic Committee and Saudi Arabia have terminated their 12-year partnership to host the Olympic Esports Games in Riyadh, announced today, October 30, 2025. The cancellation, which comes a mere 14 months after the partnership was announced during the 2024 Paris Olympics, exposes the architectural incompatibility between two institutions operating from irreconcilable philosophical foundations.​ On the surface, the decision appears straightforward: the IOC and the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee (SOPC), along with the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF),more

Timbersaw in Dota 2 is a durable brawler who cuts through forests and foes with mechanical precision. Rizzrack pilots a Saw-suit packed with spinning blades, chains, and fire. He deals reliable damage, moves fast through trees, and shrugs off punishment with strong sustain. This guide explains his abilities, playstyle, and best items based on verified mechanics from the provided Timbersaw data. Timbersaw’s Lore Rizzrack watched Augury Bay fall to walking trees. Paranoia drove him to build the Saw-suit, then namemore

Dota 2 has seen many funny stories, but few are as absurd as Stanislav “Malr1ne” Potorak getting banned from Dota 2. After making headlines as a new International champion, he also did so as a victim of Valve’s ruthless automated ban system. Malr1ne was banned from Dota 2 by mistake — and it happened right in the middle of two major tournaments. The situation blew up fast. His friend and teammate Ammar “ATF” Al-Assaf confirmed the ban on social media.more

After another busy week of nonstop Dota 2, the FISSURE PLAYGROUND 2 Group Stage has finally come to an end. It’s time to review how each team performed, who advanced to the Playoffs, and how these results compare to their recent performances in other tournaments. While the BLAST Slam IV introduced a more complex structure, FISSURE PLAYGROUND 2 opted for a straightforward and traditional approach. After the Group Stage, teams advance into a double-elimination bracket for the Playoffs — amore

Doom in Dota 2 is a durable disabler who shuts down one target for a long time. He farms fast with Devour, controls space with Scorched Earth, chips tanks with Infernal Blade, and wins fights with Doom, which blocks abilities and prevents healing. This guide explains his lore, abilities, talents, items, and clean play patterns. The Fallen One Lucifer was a favored general “behind the light” who refused to kneel. The bell of Vashundol tolled his name, his wings weremore

While BLAST Slam IV goes into a short hiatus until its Playoffs on November 7th, FISSURE PLAYGROUND 2 steps in to keep the Dota 2 scene alive. The tournament kicks off on October 23rd and will keep fans entertained throughout the week, running all the way to November 2nd. With a fresh lineup, a classic format, and an exciting mix of teams from across regions, the event promises plenty of high-level action. In this preview, we’ll break down the fullmore

The Group Stage of the BLAST Slam IV has come to an end, setting the stage for an intense elimination phase. Several teams exceeded expectations by breaking into the Top 8, while some fan favorites now find themselves fighting for survival in the Last Chance Playoff. Let’s take a closer look at the Group Stage results, highlight the most exciting upcoming matchups, and see who earned a direct spot in the Playoffs semifinals! BLAST Slam IV: Group Stage Recap Asmore

Celebrating excellence across esports in all shapes and forms, the Esports Awards return for their tenth iteration! The Esports Awards 2025 Ceremony is set to honor several names across the industry on November 19th in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The final list of nominees is out, so make sure to head to this link and vote for the esports titles, players, teams, and personalities that you think deserve to be recognized for their contributions throughout the year among categories such as "Esports Game of the Year", "Streamer of the Year", and many more. Esports Awards 2025 Nominees To give you a glimpsemore

Venomancer, also known as Lesale the Deathbringer, is a Dota 2 hero defined by his toxic attacks and relentless ability to deal damage over time. He infects enemies with venom, slows their movement, and surrounds himself with Plague Wards that spit poison at anything that moves. His playstyle revolves around gradual, unstoppable damage—forcing enemies to retreat or succumb to decay. The Origins of Lesale the Deathbringer Lesale was once an herbalist who journeyed to the Acid Jungles of Jidi Islemore

Another week brings another wave on the Dota 2 roster shuffle across the professional landscape. Since our last recap, a lot has changed: Aydin "Insania" Sarkohi has retired, Team Liquid secured a strong offlane and support, and Maroun "GH" Merhej announced he’d be taking a break. On top of that, Chan "Oli" Chon Kien changed teams once again, Ivan "Pure" Moskalenko was benched and then picked up shortly after, Nikita "panto" Balaganin found a temporary new home, and Rodrigo "Lelis"more

The BLAST Slam IV is about to begin, and we’re bringing you a complete tournament preview. We’ll break down the lineup, explain how the tournament structure has changed for each stage, and tell you where to watch the matches live. At the same time, we’ll provide a full schedule for the Group Stage and highlight the most exciting matchups to keep an eye on. Finally, we’ll add some context behind each key encounter, including roster changes and past results thatmore