Dota 2

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 […]

Anti-Mage is one of the best carries in Dota 2, so here is how to make the most after picking him in your pubs. Every meta in Dota 2 favors certain heroes over others. There are only a few carries in the game that can work almost all the time, and one of them is […]

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 […]

We’ve rounded up some of the best Dota 2 heroes you can pick in the current patch to help improve your MMR. Every Dota 2 patch is special, and this one does not make an exception. The game always feels different after every big tournament, especially TI. Following Team Spirit’s crazy victory, many Dota 2 […]

We take a look at some of the heroes Valve forgot. After TI 10 came to an end, Dota 2 gained a lot of new players. We also got to see the addition of Marci, the newest hero in the game. She’s currently one of the hottest heroes in the game, which shouldn’t come as […]

The International 10 came to its thrilling conclusion a week ago, with Team Spirit blazing their way from the bottom of the pack to take Dota’s most coveted prize – the Aegis of the Immortals. But now the excitement is done and dusted, it’s time for the annual roster shuffles. We’ve tracked all the confirmed […]

Marci makes an early entry in Dota 2. Valve has finally released a new patch and you can check the full patch notes here. But perhaps more exciting, Marci has finally landed on our maps. One of the most hyped characters in the Dota:Dragon’s Blood anime is now available to play in game. Marci is […]

Lots of dragons and fire. Netflix has released a “mood teaser” for the second season of Dota 2: Dragon’s Blood. The new season already has a lot of fans hyped for the anime’s comeback. We showcase what we found exciting in the new teaser trailer. The Hype In The Dragon’s Blood Season 2 Teaser The […]

After a somewhat disappointing performance at TI 10, Alliance has decided to part ways with s4. Gustav “s4” Magnusson is one of the most legendary Swedish Dota 2 players in the world. He was a part of the TI 3 winning roster of Alliance, alongside other top-tier European players. Besides that, he was also a […]

A spectacular finish to TI 10 as the tournament underdogs take the top prize. Team Spirit and PSG.LGD delivered a top tier show for us today in Bucharest, with no shortage of thrills as both teams gave it their absolute all in a full five-game series. We break it all down for you right here. […]

We recap some of the most interesting and exciting moments of the LB final between Team Secret and Team Spirit. Team Secret and Team Spirit are like David and Goliath. The European powerhouse was among the strongest team in 2020, and every expected it to perform well at this TI. Luckily, Clemen “Puppey” Ivanov lived […]

The highlights of concluding rounds and Upper Bracket Finals. The International 10 is on the brink of ending and we have got a convincing picture of the tournament. The Chinese big guns and European behemoths were head to head along with some intense action and heartbreak. In Day 5 we see how PSG.LGD remain strong […]

Congrats, Marci fans, they heard your calls. It’s a dream come true for Marci fans as Valve has teased a brief clip, hinting at her arrival this fall. The speculation of a new hero was surrounding Selemene, one of the goddesses of the Moon, but it looks like Valve made up their minds on releasing […]

The International is now in its major phase, where drama, action and emotions are running high. With the beginning of Main Stage a few days ago, Dota 2’s biggest event is slowly concluding. The fourth day has brought forward some surprising yet entertaining results. We had defending champions OG against Team Spirit, T1 against Vici […]

Another fantastic day of Dota in Bucharest, we recap the highlights right here. TI 10 has truly delivered when it comes to memorable moments and yesterday was no exception. Our broadcast format switched up, and we opened with our series in the Lower Bracket. With elimination looming over their shoulders, we saw some truly inspired […]

We take a look back at all the action from Day 2 at TI 10. Our second day at TI 10 yet again brought us some truly beautiful Dota 2. As the competition starts to heat up, it’s make or break time for our Lower Bracket teams. And things are no less brutal in the […]

ESTNN recaps all the action from the first day on the main stage in Bucharest. TI 10 came back to our screens with a bang today, packing plenty of triumph, heartbreak and fake applause. We take a look at some of the most memorable moments from the first day of our Upper and Lower Bracket […]

ESTNN breaks down who we can expect to see when TI 10 returns October 12. The first four days of The International 10 were nothing short of spicy. South America’s chances at taking the top prize fell sharply, with both Thunder Predator and SGE eliminated from the event. And while some series panned out as […]

Our teams cement their places in the Upper and Lower Brackets on the final day of Groups in Bucharest. It’s been a fantastic four days of Dota 2 as The International 10. For some teams, their time in the spotlight has come to an end. But for the rest, the slog through the Playoffs of […]

We take a look at some of the most interesting moments of day 3. The third day of The International 10 was as interesting as the first two. We are just one day away until the Group Stage comes to an end, so every victory counts. As expected, some of the heavy favorites to win […]

The International has started with some unexpected results, but lots of entertainment. The most awaited tournament of Dota 2 is finally running its course. The Day 1 and 2 of the event has concluded and has given us enough to draw an interesting picture of the festival. Here are some takeaways from the two days […]

New ways to replicate live audiences and make watching TI a more enjoyable and immersive experience. Valve recently dropped a bomb on the Dota 2 community, not allowing live spectators in view of the increasing pandemic in Bucharest. However, the company is trying to fill the void with some new ways of cheering your favorite […]

QC had a breezy ride through this year’s DPC, will they keep their cool when they hit the main stage? Originally formed back in 2018, Quincy Crew’s roster was soon signed by Forward Gaming. However their time with the org was short lived, and by late 2019 they were playing under the banners of Chaos […]

The carry meta is something to look forward to in The International. The safe lane carry role will see some interesting new heroes. As the tournament draws closer, the carry heroes prevalent in the higher tier games seem to differ greatly from the ones we are used to seeing. This is due to patches and […]

Thunder Predator have proven their wild card potential, but the SA squad have a tough deck to beat. Things have been heating up in the SA scene for the past couple of years. One team that’s been making a name for themselves in the region is Peruvian squad, Thunder Predator. Originally formed in 2016 and […]

We will miss the electric atmosphere and cheer of the crowd. Valve has decided to refund the ticket sales and restrict live audiences from attending The International 10 event. The decision was looming as the situation in Romania got worse. The rise in COVID cases has cancelled plenty of events. We’re at least still lucky […]

Valve is taking a new approach to the TI 10 Compendium. As The Internationals 10 comes closer, Valve has announced the rewards it will give to users progressing through this year’s second Compendium. The battle for the Aegis begins in less than a week, and The International Compendium is your ticket to imminent tournament action […]

Some of the strongest meta offlaners who we think might feature at The International 10. Valve has changed the meta well with the 7.30 update. The other smaller yet extremely important updates which followed the vast patch also balanced and tuned the meta. As Dota 2’s biggest tournament closes in, we have seen many professional […]

Alliance have always been a mainstay in the scene, is 2021 the year one of the DPC’s oldest orgs takes TI for a second time? Alliance has come a long way since Jonathan “Loda” Berg put together the first incarnation of the team. That squad went on to win TI 3 back in 2013. That […]

Here are just a few of the hottest mid laners we’ll have the chance to see at TI 10. After several delays and other problems, we are just one week away from the biggest Dota 2 event of the year. Starting on 7 October, The International 10 will feature the best 18 teams in the […]

Elephant took the crown at China’s Qualifiers, but have they got what it takes to earn the Aegis? Elephant first came on the scene in late 2020. After some initial hiccups and red tape saw Chinese esports company 4AM drop out of the endeavor, it left to Xu “fy” Linsen & Lu “Somnus丶M” Yao, aka […]

Fnatic is well capable of building on what they can achieve, but can they do it in The International? Fnatic are the second Southeast Asian team to take part in The International 10. Founded in 2004, it is one of the oldest teams to be a part of the Dota 2 professional scene. Being one […]

We look at three of the support heroes we’re expecting to see on stage in Romania. After the horror that every Dota 2 fan had to go through in 2020, it is time to focus on the upcoming The International 10. The tournament was scheduled to take place in Sweden this August. However, due to […]

We take a closer look at Team Spirit and their chances at the biggest prize pool in esports. Team Spirit is one of the Dota 2 teams from CIS that has proven itself over time. Even though it does not have the name and background of Virtus.Pro, TS showed everyone that they shouldn’t be underestimated. […]

Another move to develop esports in the United Arab Emirates. Galaxy Racer and Team Nigma have announced their merger with the latter spearheading the esports division to yield fresh opportunities in the Middle East region. 𝗔 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗘𝗿𝗮 𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝘀🌟 We're excited to announce Nigma Galaxy, the new competitive division of Galaxy Racer, a merger between […]

One of South America’s strongest Dota 2 teams will try to make a name for itself at TI 10. South America is definitely not the strongest Dota 2 region in the world. In fact, there were hardly any teams from the continent that could go toe to toe with the best in the world a […]

A new team with great promise and talent. Team Undying is relatively new in the competitive scene. Formed before the DPC this year, it is only recently that the organization changed its name from “Undying” to “Team Undying”. They are an interesting bunch to keep tabs on in The International 10. After finishing third in […]

We take a look at Team Aster, another Chinese team about to give it their all to win Dota 2’s most prestigious event . As many of you know by now, Team Aster is one of the Chinese teams that managed to earn a spot for the upcoming TI 10. The team created by Xu […]

A six-year journey with Natus`Vincere ends. Egor “⁠flamie⁠” Vasilyev will leave NAVI as a free agent. The top rifler made his entry into the team back in 2015, making a name for himself. Let's take a look back at some of the most memorable moments in @flamieCS's career in this Tribute Movie. 🎥: https://t.co/KqFiipnjA5#CSGO #navination […]

Vici Gaming are always one of the favorites when there is a TI, we take a look at how they’ll hold up against the competition this year. Vici Gaming is a Chinese powerhouse where some of the best players in the region had the chance to shine over the years. As a result, Vici has […]

It wasn’t all sunflowers for OG on their journey to The International 10. Now that they have reached the competition, do they have what it takes to win it? OG are one of the most successful teams in Dota 2. They are the only organization to win The International twice in a row. However, not […]

ESTNN breaks down what fans need to know about Invictus Gaming ahead of TI 10. Invictus Gaming are set to be one of China’s representatives at the upcoming The International 10. Old-school Dota 2 fans are well aware that Invictus has always been one of the biggest names in the game; especially a few years […]

LGD are undoubtedly one of the top teams in the world. With TI 10 getting closer every day we take a look at how they fare heading in to the tournament. The Chinese Dota 2 scene has always been home to some of the most talented Dota 2 players in the world. Although the professional […]

SG have made a historical achievement in the SA scene, making it to the biggest stage in Dota 2. SG esports might not have created the headlines in Dota 2, but they sure have what it takes to outweigh others in the South American region and challenge the best teams out there. Founded in 2016, […]

Na`Vi are one of the most popular Dota 2 teams in the world; they’ve just announced their new roster for the upcoming DPC Season but what can we expect? Natus`Vincere are one of the oldest professional organizations in Dota 2 teams, over the years they’ve garnered many fans. Yet, despite the numerous roster changes, many […]

T1 is one of the few SEA teams that has what it takes to compete against the best in Europe, China, and NA. As some of you may know, T1 is among the biggest names in League of Legends. Has always been one of the strongest contenders in the game, so it wasn’t surprising that […]

Natus Vincere have built a solid team with familiar faces. Na’Vi have announced their new roster, which will compete in the upcoming season of Dota 2. It wasn’t long when the organization announced reconstruction of their roster as three of their players, including Akbar “SoNNeikO” Butaev, left the squad. More on that here. The Ukraine-based […]

Virtus.Pro has always been one of the best teams in CIS. That’s why many people consider VP to be among the favorites for TI 10. There aren’t that many Dota 2 teams in Esports that are as popular as Virtus.Pro. Despite not winning the biggest event in the game yet (The International), VP is one […]

The SEA community lost one of their most iconic casters due to COVID-19. COVID-19 continues to be one of the biggest problems in the world in 2021 after causing chaos in 2020. Despite vaccines and every other safety measure, many people die on a daily basis, and sadly, one of them was Aldrin “Dunoo” Pangan. […]

We take a look at how Secret will stack up this TI. Dota 2 is one of the most dynamic esports, which is why it probably doesn’t come as a surprise that teams come and go. Although there have been many dominant forces over the years, one team successfully survived the test of time. Team […]

Let’s take a look at some of the things you should know about Evil Geniuses. Due to COVID-19, The International 10 was postponed by Valve in 2020. The event was scheduled to take place in August last year, but the global pandemic caught everyone by surprise — including one of the biggest gaming companies. Despite […]

The Playoff stage is all set for these teams. The conclusion of Group Stage has paved the way for eight teams who will fight to advance further and win the ESL One Fall tournament. 12 teams competed in the Groups. However, Creepwave and Thunder Predator from Group A, as well as Team Liquid and SG […]

Gaining MMR is a lengthy process and sometimes you’ll have to play with ‘game ruiners’. We look at a few tips for dealing with them. People do different things to gain MMR in Dota 2. They might focus on playing specific heroes over and over again. Although this so-called ‘hero spam’ usually has a positive […]

Luna is among the strongest carries in the game, as long as you know how to utilize her full potential. Gaining MMR is a problem that many people have to overcome sooner or later. Unless you are one of the few players that managed to reach the highest MMR brackets easily, you probably had or […]

Let’s take a look at some of the things that you can do to deal with Meepo. Even though Dota 2 has hundreds of heroes you can choose from, some of them stand out more than others. One of them is Meepo, a carry/mid laner that can single-handedly carry his team to victory. This is […]

This will sure be a great boot camp for the teams. The ESL One Fall Bootcamp Edition will feature twelve teams competing for a $400,000 prize pool. The tournament is set to take place from August 21-24, 2021. Postponement of The International 10 could leave a big void in competitions but the Fall Bootcamp will […]

A few tricky heroes which challenge most players. Dota 2 is a difficult game to master, but there are heroes which help players break into the game easily. However, there are also heroes which are extremely difficult to play and require an experience with lots of practice. Here is an updated list which is made […]

Na’Vi is looking to freshen things up. It was not long before Natus Vincere looked to announce major changes in the squad. The team had been inactive since July 23, which was shortly after the departure of Akbar “SoNNeikO” Butaev. Looking for team — Vladimir Nikogosian (@rodjerdota) August 3, 2021 Vladimir “RodjER” Nikogosian, Roman “RAMZES666” […]

A handful of heroes who make you smash your keyboard. We’ve seen many tiers for best heroes in the meta. However, there is an everlasting category which defines the most obnoxious heroes in Dota 2. These heroes are the ones who test your patience and make you rage, sometimes even more than your teammates. Most […]

After spending some time with one of the best Chinese Dota 2 teams in the world, Jian Wei “xNova” Yap decided it’s time to look for a new challenge. 2020 was not the easiest year for many Dota 2 teams and EHOME is no exception. The Chinese powerhouse had to deal with a lot of […]

After disappointing results, Omega Esports will try to rebuild its Dota 2 team. Omega Esports was one of the most promising teams in SEA, at least on paper. The organization acquired the Adroid Esports’ squad back in December of 2020 due to the COVID-19 financial issues. As soon as the acquisition was completed, Omega Esports […]

The Importance of TP Scrolls. Dota 2 is a complex game where there are many things to remember. It is a time-consuming process to learn the game and even experienced players get their hands loose on the basics. One such concept is using the Town Portal Scrolls in the game. Originally, TPs never had a […]

Our quick summary of each team taking part in The International 10 through the regional qualifiers. All the teams who didn’t make the top 12 on the Dota Pro Circuit ranking went and fought their way up. With the regional qualifiers coming to an end, we have a clear picture of which teams won their […]

The International 10 gets delayed, but finds a new home. Valve has announced that The International 10 will be held this October in Bucharest, Romania. We are thrilled to announce The International 10 – Dota 2 Championships will be held this October in Bucharest, Romania — https://t.co/SiavI2o1Al pic.twitter.com/dzaQgyejdZ — DOTA 2 (@DOTA2) July 7, 2021 […]

It’s all fun and games for Arkosh. After a loss against Black N Yellow in the Lower Bracket of TI10 NA Regional Qualifiers, Arkosh announced that it is parting ways with Kurtis “Aui_2000” Ling. Although most professional Dota 2 teams keep a decorum in their conduct, Arkosh have their own signature style. One very much […]