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We are back with FISSURE Universe Episode 6, and this time the tournament feels like the calm before the storm. It is the final competition where we will see top-tier teams clash before The International 2025, making it the last big checkpoint on the road to Dota’s most prestigious stage. A total of 10 teams will compete, including returning giants and new challengers, giving us one more look at how the professional scene is shaping up. With TI just aroundmore

Now that we’ve shared our thoughts on the biggest winners and losers in Dota 2 Patch 7.39d, let’s take a look at how things have shifted in pubs. We’ll review the stats to see which heroes are achieving better results and which ones are gaining popularity now that the update has settled in. Since there are no major tournaments before The International 2025, this also serves as an adjustment to our tournament expectations. Heroes that stand out could become primemore

Dota 2 patch 7.39d will be the gameplay patch for The International in September. As they patch will likely last for quite some time, we figured it would be a good time to list the best heroes for each role. In this article, we are counting down the three best offlaners for you to grind MMR. These heroes are easy to use, but highly effective in the right hands. Three best Offlaners To climb MMR in Dota 2 patch 7.39d Abaddon Starting our list is Abaddon. One of the easiest to play heroes while also being a terror in themore

Dragon Knight in Dota 2 is a durable hero who can switch between melee combat and powerful ranged dragon forms. Known for his resilience and steady scaling, he can pressure lanes, initiate fights, and push objectives effectively. This guide covers his lore, abilities, strengths, weaknesses, item builds, and strategies for different roles. Lore and Background Davion, the Dragon Knight, earned his powers after an honorable duel with Slyrak, an ancient Eldwurm. Despite Slyrak’s age and frailty, the dragon requested amore

Dota 2 patch 7.39d will be the gameplay patch for The International in September. As they patch will likely last for quite some time, we figured it would be a good time to list the best heroes for each role. In this article, we are counting down the three best mid lane heroes for you to grind MMR. These heroes are somewhat difficult to use, but incredibly powerful in the right hands. The three best mid heroes to grind MMRmore

Dota 2 patch 7.39d is here and we are counting down the three best carry heroes to grind MMR. While the latest update didn't change much, it's still good to know who you should take to secure the late-game. This list will highlight the best carry heroes to climb in ranked. The choices are easy to play, while being reliable options in the late game. The three best carry heroes to climb MMR in Dota 2 patch 7.39d Abaddon Startingmore

Dota 2 has been around for a long time, and as of August 2025, the ever-growing hero roster has reached a whopping 126 heroes. Behind this impressive number lies a rich history and a lot of development work. Although Dota 2 was officially released on July 9, 2013, the game had a lengthy "open beta" period, during which players from around the world could gain access via invitation. In this article, we’ll dive into the origins of Dota 2’s heromore

Crystal Maiden is a support hero in Dota 2 who controls the battlefield with powerful disables and slows. She offers strong team utility through mana regeneration, making her valuable in every stage of the game. Bio and Lore Rylai, the Crystal Maiden, was born in a temperate region alongside her fiery sister Lina. Her ice powers caused crops to freeze and rivers to stop flowing. To protect others, her parents sent her to the frozen realm of Icewrack. Under themore

It's only been a couple of days since Dota 2 patch 7.39d went live and the changes in the meta have been subtle. Extremely subtle. Almost invisible in fact. Sure some heroes took a few hits, but overall, it's roughly the same patch as before. Despite the mild update, small shifts are happening. In this article we will countdown the biggest winners of Dota 2 patch 7.39d and discuss if they are worth your time to master. The biggest winnersmore

Dota 2 patch 7.39d is here and the effects of the update are being felt already. Some heroes received a fresh coat of paint, while former staples emerged as the biggest losers of the patch. In this article we will look at which heroes suffered the most, along with whether or not they remain viable in pubs. The Biggest Losers Of Dota 2 Patch 7.39d Axe Berzerker's Call: Mana Cost increased from 80/90/100/110 to 90/100/110/120 Culling Blade: Kill Armor Bonusmore

After a busy week of exciting matches, Clavision Masters 2025 is over, and it’s time for a new Dota 2 meta recap. This tournament marked the final Tier 1 event before The International 2025 and featured the unusual absence of both Team Spirit and Team Liquid. In this recap, we’ll review the most popular heroes, explore how the so-called “Shadow Meta” is in the sinister hands of a Shadow Lord, and examine the performance of Chinese teams — and whatmore

Dota 2 patch 7.39d is here and it is likely the last update to the game before The International arrives. As expected, it's a small balance patch to bring down a few overpowered heroes, while trying to shine he spotlight on some forgotten picks. In this article we will go through the biggest changes and discuss which nerfed heroes are still relevant, and who might rise in the meta. The biggest changes in Dota 2 patch 7.39d IceFrog guts Blademore

After an interesting week of unlikely outcomes, Clavision Masters 2025 is over, and Team Tidebound has emerged as champions. This tournament had a lot of questions for chinese teams. Nonetheless, one thing is unquestionable: Tidebound won and added another major point in their favor. At the same time, many are wondering if PARIVISION is really suffering from the classic “favorite’s curse.” Let’s dive deeper into the performance of big teams, the surprises delivered by underdogs, and the current state ofmore

Yakult Brothers have emerged as one of the most exciting prospects in the Chinese Dota 2 scene, cementing their status as a legitimate contender through an impressive series of performances throughout 2025. Despite being founded recently in October 2024, this ambitious Chinese roster has quickly transformed from relative unknowns into a formidable force capable of challenging established regional powerhouses. ------------------------ From Formation to Regional Recognition The team's journey began with a roster featuring former G2 x iG players, but theirmore

The current no.1 Chess player, Magnus Carlsen, has won the inaugural Chess Esports World Cup by defeating Alireza Firouzja in the Grand Finals. With the win, Magnus has won $250k for himself and 1000 Club Championship points for Team Liquid. Chess at EWC 2025: A Recap The EWC 2025 Chess action kicked off with the LCQs featuring 16 players. Only five of them made it through: Nihal Sarin Javokhir Sindarov Levon Aronian Anish Giri Andrey Episenko These joined the 11more

Wraith King is a strength-based hero in Dota 2. Known for his simple mechanics and high durability, he fits well into most drafts as a position one carry. His core strength lies in his ability to come back from death instantly, forcing enemies to fight twice. Who Is Wraith King? Wraith King, also called Ostarion, was once a king obsessed with building a kingdom from the bones of his enemies. Seeking eternal rule, he turned to wraith energy and becamemore

The North American Dota 2 scene has taken a significant hit today. Shopify Rebellion has departed the Dota 2 esports scene, removing one of the few consistent squads in the region. After nearly three years of competing in North America, the team has withdrawn from the scene entirely. This leaves Wildcards as the last remaining powerhouse in the region. Shopify Rebellion may return to Dota 2 one day The NA lineup entered the Dota 2 scene with a bag. Signingmore

The Group Stage of Clavision Masters 2025: Snow-Ruyi has concluded, and it’s time to see how things played out. Nigma Galaxy and Team Tidebound came out on top, securing first place in their groups and locking in a slot directly in the Upper Bracket Semifinals for the Playoffs. On the other hand, some Chinese teams, like Xtreme Gaming and Yakult Brothers, struggled to deliver strong results despite playing on home soil. Let’s dive deeper and look at where each ofmore

Marci is a melee strength hero in Dota 2. She first appeared in the DOTA: Dragon’s Blood series as Mirana’s silent companion. In the game, she is known for her strong burst damage, mobility, and lifesteal mechanics. Her role depends on team composition—she can be a damage-dealing core or a reliable support. Marci stands out for her ability to engage, disable, and help teammates with buffs. Her skillset rewards fast reactions and aggressive positioning. Marci’s Core Abilities Dispose Marci grabsmore

OG Esports has released their financial statement for the year 2024 and it is not looking good. The organization lost nearly 3 million euros, due to rising operating costs and weaker performances across gaming titles. Dedicated readers can check out the full 32 page document here. But for those who are short on time, we'll summarize all you need to know here. OG losses in Dota 2 have severely hurt the company The organization rose to prominence with their commitmentmore