Dota 2 Esports News

Bane in Dota 2 wins fights by removing one enemy from the game, then doing it again. He does not clear waves fast or burst whole teams. He locks down key targets, drains their strength, and forces awkward saves that break enemy positioning. This article explains Bane’s lore, abilities, talents, and support playstyle using only the details provided. Who is Bane? Bane is also known as Atropos, the Bane Elemental. He formed from the midnight terrors of the goddess Nyctasha.more

Trackmania joins the Esports World Cup 2026 lineup. In this precision racing esport, 32 players from all over the world will compete in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for their share of a $500,000 prize pool.

We are back with the Strafe Recommends series, and 2026 starts with Maurice “KheZu” Gutmann and his excellent YouTube channel, also called KheZu. He began his professional career as a Heroes of Newerth (HoN) player. His first notable team was DmSn/KD, where he played alongside another well-known Dota 2 name: Aydin “iNSaNiA” Sarkohi.

Slardar is a physical damage hero built to hunt targets and force fights. He relies on speed, vision, and armor reduction to control the map and pressure enemy cores. When played correctly, Slardar turns small openings into decisive kills and keeps opponents exposed at all times. Read further to learn how Slardar works, why his abilities matter, and how to play him effectively from early game to late game. Understanding Slardar’s Role Slardar fills several roles at once. He canmore

After delivering underwhelming results during the last trimester of 2025, Chinese teams went through a big Chinese shuffle during Christmas.

Dota 2 is famous for its complexity, and the sheer number of Dota 2 characters can be overwhelming. With 127 options, new players often stare at the screen wondering where to start. You might see guides referring to "official roles" like Disabler or Nuker, but when you enter a match, players talk about "positions" (Pos 1 through 5). In this guide, we break down what Dota 2 positions actually mean. Unlike the broad descriptions of dota 2 heroes found in the lore, positions 1–5 are a strict system of resource allocation. We will cover farm priority, how positions map tomore

Muerta stands apart in Dota 2. She blends precision gunplay with control over death itself. Her design ties lore and mechanics closely, making every ability feel intentional. This article explains who Muerta is, how her abilities work, and why she fills a unique role as a carry, nuker, and disabler. Who Is Muerta? Muerta is a servant of Death who hunts souls that refuse to cross the spirit veil. Stories describe her as a woman driven by hate so strongmore

This guide shows how to enable and use basic Dota 2 console commands. You’ll start by learning how to enable the console and configure launch options, then move on to creating an autoexec.cfg for persistent binds and aliases. We’ll cover the most useful FPS, network, HUD, and minimap commands and explain how lobby cheats (sv_cheats 1) work for practice. Finally, you’ll learn what’s available on public servers versus what only works inside a custom lobby. Enable console and set themore

Clinkz is currently ruling the Dota 2 meta. He has emerged as one of the strongest carries in the game. In both Immortal games and the competitive scene. Clinkz is also a common pickup, showing up in about 19% of games. Like it or not, the hero is the king of the meta right now. This makes it all the more important to know the best Clinkz Counters in Dota 2. Lucky for you, we have the best options tomore

The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has unveiled the format of the 2026 Esports Nations Cup, scheduled for November. The tournament will feature 24-48 national teams per team-based title and 32-128 individuals per solo title.

Dota 2 patch 7.40b has shaken up the meta. New items, map changes, a brand new season of Neutrals introduced. But one thing remains the same. Everyone is looking for mid heroes to grind MMR in Dota 2patch 7.40b. We are listing down the three best pub stompers this patch. While all these heroes require significant micro play to work, there is no doubt that all three are fantastic for climbing the MMR ladder. Three best mid heroes to climbmore

Witch Doctor is one of the most popular heroes in Dota 2 patch 7.40b. He is a strong laner, deals fantastic damage all game, and sustains his team. In the hands of a beginner and expert, Zharvakko is a powerful pick. In this guide, we will discuss how to play Witch Doctor, the best builds and facet choices, and how to remain relevant late-game. What is the best facet for Witch Doctor? The first choice people make is which facetmore

Dota 2 Skins Guide Dota 2 skins (also known as Dota 2 cosmetics) are items that change how heroes, couriers, wards and UI elements look and sound. They are purely cosmetic and give no gameplay advantage, but they play a huge role in personalization, collection value and trading. In this guide, you’ll learn where to get Dota 2 skins (Dota 2 Store, Steam Market, Shard Shop, treasures, drops), how rarity tiers and cosmetic qualities work, how to buy/sell or trade Dota 2 items safely and what makes Arcana and Persona cosmetics special. What Dota 2 skins are (and aren’t) Dotamore

Drow Ranger wins games by staying alive and keeping enemies at a distance. She hits hard from far away, slows targets with Frost Arrows, and shuts down spellcasters with Gust. If enemies reach her, she dies fast, so her whole game revolves around spacing, vision, and timing. This guide breaks down Drow Ranger’s abilities, core item goals, and the habits that keep Marksmanship active so you can keep dealing damage. Who is Drow Ranger? Traxex grew up among the Drow,more

Just like that, a year of esports action has come and gone. Whether you're a fan of FPS games, a devoted MOBA gamer, or anything in-between, chances are that 2025 delivered its fair share of thrills, heartbreaks, and unforgettable moments. Before we move on to a new season of competition and coverage, join us as we go through our Strafe Esports Wrapped, taking a look back at our best performing esports, players, teams, and news articles throughout the year. Mostmore

With the latest shake up to the game, core players are searching for which heroes are viable and which to avoid. In this article, we are listing down the three best carry heroes to grind MMR in Dota 2 patch 7.40b. With the general trend to cores being more survivable, these carry picks are hard to take down, while outputting strong damage and have a solid laning phase. Three best carry heroes to climb MMR in Dota 2 patch 7.40bmore