By now, most Dota 2 players have realized that the laning phase has become the most crucial part of the game. The value of the lane creeps has increased in both gold and experience, support heroes hav…
The Compendium Should Become Standard
I don’t know about you, but I hate it when a compendium ends. After playing with a number of fun features that enhance my experience, the game feels somewhat naked. While I understand the intent…
In Dota 2, Late-Game Heroes May Be a Dying Breed
Oh, how the great late-game heroes have fallen. Not since the 7.06 update have they been effective, or so we thought. It’s no surprise that planning for the late game has gotten a bit difficult.…
Why Not to Hate Valve for Artifact
During the Dota 2 international, Valve announced a card game based on Dota 2. The game is called Artifact and does not have a release date. Many fans have responded negatively. Their frustration stems…
Underlord, the Lord of High Rank Matches
For some time now, Underlord has held the highest win-rate for players in the high-skill bracket. Most would expect the character to make an appearance in the internationals but, surprisingly, he didn…
The 7.06f Dota 2 Update isn’t that Bad
After every international Lead Developer IceFrog implements an update to Dota 2 to reset the meta. It’s to prevent players from exclusively using the heroes the pros abused. Normally, the most p…
Lich for Best Support of the 2017 TI
At this year’s Dota 2 International, Lich proved to be the most sought after support hero. Despite having a 50% win rate, he was picked first or second. In addition, he played fifth position. Wh…
The International 4
The International is an annual DotA 2 tournament where the best professional teams are invited to compete for the largest prize pool of the year. Last year, the prize pool topped out at $2,874,381, th…
ASUS ROG becomes the official Dota 2 tournament sponsor for Insomnia festivals in 2014
So, your mum, teacher, friends think you’re wasting your time sitting in your bedroom on ventrillo playing Dota 2? Enter the online qualifiers of the Asus ROG Dota 2 Cup and potentially win part…
