We take a look at the best performing heroes through Tour 1 of China’s DPC The Chinese Dota 2 scene has been an arena of epic series for many years. People often consider it to be the second-strongest region in the world after Western Europe. That’s why it shouldn’t come as a surprise that the […]
ESTNN checks out the top heroes from Tour 1 of the DPC EEU. Eastern Europe is usually one of the most interesting regions in Dota 2 because the teams there are evenly matched. However, after Team Spirit dominated its opponents during TI 10, the region became even more popular. That’s why it shouldn’t come as […]
We take a look at some of the top heroes from Western Europes DPC Tour 1. We already know the names of the teams that stood out after the end of the DPC WEU 2021/2022 Tour 1 . As expected, Team Liquid and OG dominated most of the other teams in Division I. Although people […]
TSM join the pro-Dota scene with their acquisition of Team Undying Since Dota 2 is one of the most prominent esports, many top-rated organizations have teams that compete in different regions. Apart from the organizations that have been around for many years, many big esports brands are starting to get involved in the game. T1 […]
We take you through some of the best situations to pick Zeus. Zeus is one of the popular mid lane heroes in Dota 2, especially in pub games. He used to be among the popular mid lane cores in professional DotA, but he is not among the go-to options in Dota 2. Some teams tried […]
The week 3 DPC matches were predictable, yet exciting to watch. The last week of DPC saw PSG.LGD lead the table with an unbeaten record. Team Aster came in second position after winning against Royal Never Give Up who sit comfortably in third place of the DPC table. Although EHOME looked strong, they struggled against […]
We breakdown the best item buys for your next Riki pick. Riki is one of the unique heroes in Dota 2 because he can become invisible. This is the thing that makes the hero stand out and one of the main reasons why he is among the popular picks in PUBs. Even though the hero […]
DPC Week 6 games and tiebreaker results for the NA region. The North American DPC region has been one of the most predictable ones in the current DPC tour. The last week saw Quincy Crew lead and Team Undying beating EG to hold the second spot. EG sits in third place. Division II of DPC […]
The results for the last week of DPC Tour 1. The conclusion of SEA’s DPC saw BOOM Esports on the top with Fnatic and T1 following in second and third place. Motivate.Trust Gaming and TNC Predator sit on seventh and eighth spot and will face relegation. The Division II also had intense action to offer, […]
All the action from the last week of SA’s DPC. South America might not have as many fans as other regions in Dota 2, but the DPC proved to everyone that several teams stand out. Following five weeks of intense action, it was time for the last couple of games. We already knew the teams […]
Following five weeks of action where Team Spirit dominated its opponents in CIS, it was time for Division I and II’s final games. There were several interesting matches in both of them, and by the looks of it, we will have a tiebreaker between VP and HR. Even though we only saw three series in […]
The last week of the DPC in Western Europe has ended; after five weeks of epic action. Western Europe had a few additional matches to offer in Division I and Division II. We know the teams that scored a direct invite, so let’s break down the most important moments from the final week of competition […]
We breakdown some of the best tips to counter that pesky Morphling. Carries in Dota 2 have one of the most important roles in the game. They have to try and get as much gold as possible in order to purchase the items they need. This allows them to do a lot of damage during […]
We take you through the best picks to bring that mid lane Kunkka down in the early game. The mid lane is one of the most important positions in Dota 2; players usually have to play in a 1v1 scenario. Needless to say, winning this lane can have a massive impact on the game because […]
All the results during the fifth week of the DPC in South America. Similar to other regions in the DPC, the epic matches in South America are slowly but steadily coming to an end. This was a crucial week in South America because some teams guaranteed themselves that they will stay in this division next […]
The second-last week in Division I and Division II came to an end, here’s some of the highlights. Eastern Europe was one of the most interesting regions to watch, especially during the first couple of weeks. There were epic matches and surprising results, two weeks before the end of the DPC in EEU, we already […]
Week 5 results from the North American DPC. The DPC matches in North America have been predictable and the fifth week had similar results. Quincy Crew are the best team currently with Evil Geniuses and Team Undying fighting for the second spot. Division II has The Cut leading the table with zero losses, while KBU […]
All of Week 2’s Action from China’s Dota Pro Circuit. After the kick start of games in the first week, the DPC scene in China has some new and exciting matches in the second one. We see PSG.LGD in a good position as league leaders. Both Team Aster and EHOME are clinging to the second […]
A summary of everything that happened during week 5 of DPC in Southeast Asia. The fifth week has drawn to a close and we can now see a clearer picture of the league table. BOOM and T1 are having the best tour with only a single defeat. Team SMG are following them with Fnatic in […]
Another week, another set of amazing Dota 2 games. We break down all the action in week 5. Although the DPC started in late November, the first round is slowly but steadily coming to an end. The second-last week of the Western European DPC was an arena where some teams had to give everything they […]
ESTNN looks at some of the most expensive items you can get in Dota 2. Dota 2 is one of the many games where people can purchase cosmetic items that change the way their favorite heroes, items, and effects look. Instead of creating a pay-2-win game, Valve decided to offer “skins” that allow players to […]
There are plenty of really impressive Arcanas in Dota 2, we share a few of our favorites. During the early days of DotA, people liked the fact that it was one of the few games where you couldn’t pay real money to purchase in-game items. This changed once Dota 2 arrived, and many people panicked […]
Someone running Ursa? Here’s some of the best heroes in Dota 2 for your lineup. There are not that many heroes in Dota 2 that are famous for being as explosive as Ursa. If we put aside Storm Spirit and Templar Assassin, this is one of the heroes that can easily run over the entire […]
Not a good start to the year, with the pandemic causing problems for the competitive scene yet again. Valve has announced that the Dota Pro Circuit first major of 2021-2022 season will not take place because of the increase in travel restrictions and safety of the community during the pandemic. Without a major, the first […]
Shadow Blade is often considered to be one of the most popular items in Dota 2, we look at some of the heroes who usually purchase it. Dota 2 is a MOBA where heroes can choose from a wide range of items. Some of them work only in certain scenarios, whereas others are good in […]
Results of all games from Division I of the Dota Pro Circuit China. China was late to the party, but the region’s first week has been great. We see a lot of potential in many teams as they race to get a better position on the league table. PSG.LGD are leading with EHOME, Royal Never […]
We take you through the latest results from South America’s DPC. Even though the South American Dota 2 region is as competitive as some other ones, the games are always interesting to watch. The first three weeks of the DPC were full of action, so we expected the same to happen in the fourth week. […]
ESTNN brings Week 4’s brief recaps and results. The North American region ran through its matches in week 4. Although most games went as expected, we saw some good quality dota. Quincy Crew are sailing ahead followed by Team Undying and Evil Geniuses. Let’s have a look at the results of the matches. Division I […]
The fourth week of the DPC in Eastern Europe was as interesting as always. We check out the results. Unlike other regions in Dota 2, Eastern Europe is a place where we have several weeks of action ahead of us. This means that there is still time for some of the top teams to bounce […]
Last week’s action and results. After week 3 matches, the fourth week saw BOOM Esports dominate again. However, the other teams were also entertaining to watch as we got back into the action with the games up and running. We will see the results from Division I and II briefly. Division I Week 4 games […]
An overview of some of the most important matches in the fourth week of the Western Europe DPC. After one month of back-and-forth action, the Western Europen DPC is slowly but steadily coming to an end. Following the Christmas and New Year’s break, some of the best teams in the worst had to go up […]
These are some of the most annoying hero combinations that you can pick in Dota 2. Some Dota 2 players want to gain MMR without spamming the strongest heroes in a given patch. Others simply want to have fun while playing with their friends. In both cases, players can pick certain heroes that are notorious […]
We highlight the oft-forgotten hidden gem offers you can pick in Dota 2. Offlane is probably one of the most underrated positions in Dota 2 and for a reason. In lower-level pub games, people usually go to this position when others steal mid and safelane. Of course, this is not the case when it comes […]
Breaking one of the most annoying combos in the game. The current meta revolves around many heroes who are pretty good at what they do. The hero pool has grown as players explore new possibilities with different heroes. However, we come across one hero which brings the same old hideous way of dominating the games. […]
Which heroes does Blade Mail work best on? Blade Mail is an underrated item that can often make a big difference during team fights. We take you through some of the heroes who should get this item. People with more experience in Dota 2 don’t like to use the term “tank” when describing a hero. […]
Phantom Lancer can be one of the most annoying heroes in Dota 2 unless you know how to deal with him. There are only a few heroes in Dota 2 that are as annoying as Phantom Lancer (PL). Even though he is not the meta carry right now, PL is always one of the go-to […]
We go over some things that make Huskar one of the preferred options for Dota 2 players looking to gain loads of MMR. Although some Dota 2 players don’t pay a lot of attention to their MMR, others are trying to gain as much rating as possible. Of course, the easiest way of doing this […]
We breakdown which heroes work best with Daedalus. Daedalus is one of the best items for the late game; which is why so many carries decide to go for it. There are several items in Dota 2 tailored for the late game, and Daedalus is definitely one of them. Apart from the Divine Rapier, Daedalus […]
Let’s take a brief look at some of the heroes that can utilize Manta Style to its full potential. Manta Style is one of the most popular items in Dota 2 because it provides a lot of agility, as well as two illusions. Although some players might think that this item is not worth it, […]
We breakdown some of the best value buys for Storm Spirit. Storm Spirit is among the best mid laners in Dota 2 and he is often the go-to option for many people. That’s why we’ve decided to share some of the best items that you can for this hero once you pick him. Even though […]
Valve has to do something about these items. Heroes make up a major part of Dota 2 and the community often discusses them. Whether it is the most overpowered hero or the worst of the lot, they are always in some limelight. However, items are a lot less emphasized. Dota 2’s patch 7.30e has been […]
Let’s take a look at one of the most interesting heroes in Dota 2 that is notorious for his ultimate — Doom. Usually, people who play pub and professional Dota 2 games want to abuse the meta heroes as much as possible. This probably doesn’t come as a surprise because these heroes are usually much […]
ESTNN crowns our Dota 2 Team of the Year – winners of TI 10, Team Spirit. The 2021 DPC season brought with it a whole raft of changes, regional leagues, divisions and a new point system to qualify for Majors and TI. It was a revolution in the way competitive Dota 2 was played, and […]
It’s time to take a look at one of the most interesting heroes in the game — Invoker —some of the best items you can get and how to utilize his full potential. If one hero in Dota 2 stands out, it has to be Invoker. Unlike every other mid laner, this hero has a […]
ESTNN crowns Illya “Yatoro” Mulyarchuk our Player of the Year for 2021. Every year; apart from 2020, since Dota 2’s release, we’ve had the chance to watch The International. This is the most prestigious competition in this game, bringing together the best players in the world. Needless to say, the team that wins writes down […]
Here’s some of the reasons Warlock can make an excellent pick in pubs. Whether you are a pro player or a casual Dota 2 fan, you probably want to gain as much MMR as possible. Playing pub games can be annoying, but it is an excellent way of testing your skills. Depending on your skill […]
Here are some of the best heroes to pick if you want to line up alongside Drow Ranger. Drow Ranger is one of the most recognizable heroes in Dota 2 that you can often find in PUB and pro games. Despite not being the most interesting hero to play with, Drow has a lot of […]
Here are some of the best to make Timbersaw shine in different line-ups. Timbersaw is a hero capable of doing considerable damage against strength heroes. This makes him a great option in certain lineups, especially when a given team needs a frontliner. While it’s true this hero has a lot of potential, he’s also one […]
We break down what took place in Eastern Europe this week. The next set of DPC matches will take place in January of 2022. Eastern Europe has become of the most popular regions in Dota 2 following Team Spirit’s TI 10 journey. As a result, people from different parts of the world pay attention to […]
We look at what happened during the third week of the DPC in Western Europe. The third week of the DPC season in Western Europe was crucial for some teams, such as Nigma Galaxy. As you will see in just a bit, TI 7 champions finally broke their curse and secured the first win after […]
Let’s take a look at how to utilize Templar Assassin’s damage to its full potential. Templar Assassin is often referred to as one of the biggest physical damage dealers in the game. She is a hero that can one-shot almost anyone, as long as she gets the right items and has a good laning stage. […]
Spirit Breaker is one of the hottest heroes in the current meta, so let’s take a look at some of the beat buys you can get for him. There aren’t that many heroes in Dota 2 that are as good as Spirit Breaker when it comes down to PUB games. This is one of the […]
Want to dominate the mid lane with Shadow Fiend? Let’s take a look at a few things that you can do to take the game. Let’s face it, mid lane is one of the most interesting places to be when it comes down to Dota 2. Until Valve decided to update their matchmaking options, people […]
Mirana Persona, Drow Ranger Arcana and lots of new Immortal cosmetics. Christmas couldn’t get better. Valve has finally released the most awaited update for Dota 2. The all new Battle Pass along with Aghanim’s event have made their way into the game. Aghanim the all-powerful returns, bringing an all-new Battle Pass and event mode in […]
A beginner’s overview of some of the best items you can get for Clinkz. Clinkz is a ranged carry and one of the few heroes in Dota 2 with a spell that allows him to become invisible. Needless to say, this makes him popular in pub games because people use him to gain MMR. Besides […]
Let’s take a brief look at some of the most interesting matches that took place during the week in SEA. SEA is a region in Dota 2 that often gets a lot of attention because the teams tend to pick innovative and unconventional heroes a little outside of the meta. After the roster changes post-TI […]
All the action from Week 2 in the North American DPC. We’re into our second week of series in Tour 1 of the DPC, and the NA seeds are starting to firm up. We break down the results. Division I With the biggest names going head-to-head, Division I has no shortage of excitement, we take […]
Let’s check out the most recent results in Eastern Europe. The Eastern European DPC is fun to watch because most of the top teams are evenly matched. Of course, Team Spirit shines the most because it won TI 10, and many people consider it to be the best in the world. However, this doesn’t mean […]
Some of the most interesting results that took place during the week in Western Europe. The second week of the 2021-2022 DPC in Western Europe is over, and we got to see another set of unique Dota 2 games. Some of the best teams in the world had to go toe to toe yet again […]
Here are some of the best items you can get for Crystal Maiden, one of the best support heroes in Dota 2. Our series of articles with the best items for a certain hero continues with Crystal Maiden. This is one of the most legendary Dota 2 heroes in the game and classic support for […]
We break down what you can do to gain MMR with Pudge, one of the most popular heroes. There are only a few heroes that are as popular as Pudge. This is by far the most played hero in every meta when it comes down to pubs. Despite being one of the Dota 2 heroes […]
The heroes worth picking — no matter the meta. Dota 2 may be a great game, but we all know how tough it is to play this old school MOBA. To top things off, Dota keeps changing sometimes slowly but dramatically at other times. It is tough to keep track of what is happening in […]
An overview of some of the best items for Necrophos, one of the universal Dota 2 heroes. Necrophos is one of the most interesting Dota 2 heroes you can play because he can fit in numerous roles. Some people probably remember the days when he used to be the go-to midlaner. Necro was also a […]
We take a a closer look at the results in North America during the first week of the DPC. NA is one of the strongest regions in Dota 2 because it is home to numerous legendary teams. Most of them are placed in Division I, where they have to fight until the best teams go […]
An overview of the matches that took place in SEA’s DPC during the first week. SEA is one of the biggest Dota 2 regions when it comes down to fans, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that the game is really popular. Although a team from the region is yet to win the most […]
Eastern Europe is always full of surprises, so let’s go through some of this weeks most exciting games. Eastern Europe became one of the most exciting regions in Dota 2 following Team Spirit’s successful run at TI 10. Despite being the heavy underdogs, the roster was able to rip through the competition and lift the […]
Some of the most interesting things that happened in Western Europe’s DPC last week. After several days of excting series, week 1 of the 2021-2022 DPC in Western Europe has ended. As you know, this year’s format is a little bit different, which means teams don’t play every day. Yet, several interesting matches took place […]
Medusa is a hero who’s notorious for her right-click potential — so here’s some of the best items you can get for her. Only a few Dota 2 heroes can compete against Medusa when it comes down to carries. She is often thought the be the best hero for the late game because of her […]
Let’s take a good look at some of the best items you can get for Phantom Assassin. There are a few heroes in Dota 2 that have the firepower and presence of Phantom Assassin. This is a hero that has been in Dota 2 for many years and has earned its name as one of […]
The best item from each tier — which probably need some fixing. The concept of neutral items is not new. Valve has been testing them for quite some time now and they keep adding and subtracting items in updates. Many items have seen balancing updates, but a few remain great additions to anyone’s inventory. Let’s […]
We take a look at some of the picks to avoid in the highest MMR brackets to help keep you climbing high. Dota 2 is a game that consists of multiple MMR brackets. People who have smurf accounts know these brackets are almost different games. Both because people pick different heroes and because people do […]
Some of the best items that you can get for Marci, the latest hero in Dota 2. Like most new heroes in Dota 2, Marci quickly became one of the go-to options for players from all skill brackets. Although the hero doesn’t look that good on paper, it has everything it needs to do tons […]
We lock in our predictions for Tour 1 in Eastern Europe’s Division I & II. Eastern Europe used to be one of the most underrated Dota 2 regions in the world because most people focused on its Western counterpart. While it’s true most Western teams performed better throughout the season, Team Spirit showed everyone that […]
The rankings for Dota Pro Circuit North America Tour 1. The DPC 2021-22 first tour will kick off soon. We have seen some exciting roster changes which have shaped some teams beautifully before the start of the competition. We will see both divisions trying to top their tables and achieve the best results they can. […]
Let’s take a look at our predictions for the upcoming DPC and one of the most interesting regions — Western Europe. Western Europe has always been home to some of the best Dota 2 teams in the world. Although the region was unable to live up to the expectations during TI 10, Team Secret did […]
The rankings for Dota Pro Circuit Southeast Asia Tour 1. The new DPC Season is about to begin. It will comprise teams who will compete against each other for scoring points and getting a chance to qualify for the Majors and ultimately The International. With Tour 1 kicking off in Southeast Asia, we have two […]
We measure up all the SA teams playing across Division I & II ahead of the start of Tour 1 of the DPC. South America was a region often forgotten in previous runs of the DPC. But the last few years have shown the scene there is packed with potential. Teams like beastcoast, NoPing Esports […]
We breakdown the best value items for Batrider. Batrider is a hero that we don’t see that often, especially in pubs. But he’s probably one of the most interesting heroes in Dota 2, especially for people new to the game. The mighty offlaner can be played as a support, as well as mid laner, depending […]
Here are some of the best items you can get for Luna, one of the strongest carries in the game. Luna is one of the heroes in Dota 2 that can make a real difference during team fights. She has a lot of firepower early on, as well as during the late game. That’s one […]
The Compendium feature is coming to the Dota Pro Circuit. Valve has added the Fantasy game to the entire DPC, which is going to start next week. Fans will now compete with their respective rosters. Apart from the recent addition, Valve has also confirmed that they are working on a Battle Pass including a surprise […]
We take a look at some of the most valuable items to buy on Tinker. Tinker is one of the best mid-lane heroes in Dota 2, especially if he is picked in a game where he doesn’t have any counters. Despite being one of the hardest heroes to master, Tinker can make a real difference […]
All about OG’s new roster after Topson & N0tail take a break. OG have been steadily updating about their roster changes. After Sébastien “Ceb” Debs announced his retirement, both Topias Miikka “Topson” Taavitsainen and Johan “N0tail” Sundstein left the squad for a break. Following the major announcements, the European organization has revealed an entirely new […]
EG have completed their roster with exciting new signings. After Evil Geniuses parted ways with their captain Tal “Fly” Aizik and Daryl Koh “iceiceice” Pei Xiang, the fans were dwelling on the next additions. The North American side has landed one of the best players to fill the gaps in the team. It is finally […]
Let’s take a look at some of the heroes that are known for getting a Black King Bar and why it works for them. Black King Bar is one of the items that has the most impact in a game of Dota 2. Although the item may not look that special to inexperienced players due […]
After achieving almost everything on Dota 2, Sébastien “Ceb” Debs decided to step down from the competitive scene. In the last couple of years, Ceb became one of the most popular Dota 2 players in the world. He managed to win pretty much every big Dota 2 tournament and became one of the only players […]
Team Secret have made their moves before the start of DPC. Secret have kept a low profile during the roster shuffles. After losing Lasse Aukusti “MATUMBAMAN” Urpalainen and Ludwig “zai” Wåhlberg, their team had some major gaps to fill before the start of next season. Addition of Daryl Koh “iceiceice” Pei Xiang and Syed Sumail […]
By the looks of it, Justine Ryan Evangelista “Tino” Grimaldo will be the last person to join BOOM Esports. BOOM Esports used to be one of the promising SEA teams around two years ago. Despite achieving some success in the local SEA Dota 2 scene, BOOM Esports wasn’t able to do much internationally. The team […]
Fascinating changes in Team Liquid’s squad. Liquid pounced on the opportunity to get Lasse Aukusti “MATUMBAMAN” Urpalainen on their team. It was not long before Team Secret announced that the 26-year-old will no longer be a part of their future plans. Max “qojqva” Bröcker has moved to streaming and making content for the org in […]
It seems like SG esports will try to become one of the driving forces in the South American Dota 2 scene. Yet another Dota 2 team is undergoing several major roster changes — SG esports. As you may know, this South American squad consisted of Brazillian players and was widely regarded as one of the […]
This is TNC’s new Dota 2 roster, and by the looks of it, it has a lot of potential. One month after TI 10 came to an end, some of the best teams in the world are still doing changes to their rosters. After learning Tal “Fly” Aizik is making a move to SEA, there’s […]
EG’s star Tal “Fly” Aizik to head Talon Esports, the newest team to enter Dota 2. Talon Esports is a successful esports organization with teams in League of Legends and Arena of Valor. Now the Hong Kong-based organization will compete in Valve’s premier title from Manila, Philippines. HELLLLLOOO @DOTA2 👋HELLLLLOOO SEA 👀Mabuhay Philippines 🇵🇭🇵🇭 Our […]
A list of the heroes who work best with Blink Dagger. There are many iconic items in Dota 2, and Blink Dagger is definitely one of them. This is one of the most popular items in the game that people use all the time. Although it can work for almost every hero (depending on the […]
We go through some of the things worth taking into consideration before you pick your hero in pubs. Whether we like pubs or not, we click “Play Dota” and pick our favorite heroes all the time. Even though some people might not be keen on playing with random people, others are happy when they have […]
Before we get stuck into 2022’s DPC, let’s take a brief look at the most impressive Dota 2 players for the 2021 season. Due to COVID-19, 2020 was not the best year for Dota 2. Although we got to see a lot of intriguing online tournaments, every big LAN event was postponed, including TI 10. […]
We take a quick look at the top mid laners of the current patch, and tell you how to make the most out of them. Now that The International 10 is over, the new DPC is on the way. This means that we have tons of exciting roster changes and in-game updates. One of the […]
Secret are down to three men. What lineup they have in store before the DPC is still a big secret. Team Secret parts ways with Lasse Aukusti “MATUMBAMAN” Urpalainen after two years with the squad. Thank you, Matumbaman 🖤 🔗 https://t.co/KxFp8lLzrJ#SecretDota pic.twitter.com/EVu8yS15ie — Team Secret (@teamsecret) November 15, 2021 Secret has acknowledged Matu’s ability and […]
Let’s check out which are the best carries to pick in patch 7.30e. Even though some people believe that we will have a new patch in the future, it is time to check which are some of the best carries in 7.30e. We’ve already covered some of the best heroes that you can pick to […]
Sadly, Elephant’s Dota 2 roster will no longer take part in upcoming tournaments. Despite having a lot of potential, Elephant decided to release its Dota 2 roster after failing to live up to the expectations. Following the recent announcement, the entire Dota 2 team is now inactive and all players are released from their contracts. […]
After coaching OG for almost three years, Titouan “Sockshka” Merloz leaves the team. Titouan “Sockshka” Merloz played a huge role for OG and was one of the reasons why the team became so successful. Being the coach of a team that consists of some of the best in the world is not easy. Nevertheless, Sockshka […]
Let’s check out some of the teams participating in the upcoming 2022 DPC and learn which organizations are hosting the Tours. Just a day after we’ve learned more information about the new DPC, it is time to check the teams. Team Spirit surprised everyone at TI 10, proving yet again that Dota 2 is one […]