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Yatoro Breaks 16000 MMR Record with Drow Ranger!

Yatoro Breaks 16000 MMR Record with Drow Ranger!

Illya "Yatoro" Mulyarchuk can add another achievement to his already incredible list. The two time International champion is the first player to hit 16000 MMR. While there have been several rumors of players getting close to it, Yatoro is the first to showcase this achievement. Yatoro hit this milestone after playing an impressive 75 pub games in the last week, winning 57 of them, a 76% win rate. This puts Yatoro as number 1 in the MMR leaderboards. Drow Ranger,more

Dota 2
28 Oct
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Nisha reflects on his professional career after his TI victory

Nisha reflects on his professional career after his TI victory

Michał "Nisha" Jankowski, has been captivating fans with his exceptional gameplay for years. In September, he etched his name in history by securing the prestigious Aegis of Champions with Team Liquid. While it wasn’t his first appearance in a TI grand final, this time, it was his moment to shine. In an interview with Blast.tv, Nisha reflected on his professional journey and shared insights into his in-game perspectives. Nisha talks about Puppey's impact on his career Nisha first caught the attentionmore

Dota 2
27 Oct
Harrison Htet
How to Uninstall Dota 2: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Uninstall Dota 2: A Step-by-Step Guide

Ah, Dota 2. The legendary MOBA that has consumed countless hours of gaming. Whether you’ve grown weary of late-night matches, need to free up disk space, or just want to take a break, uninstalling Dota 2 might be your next step. Fear not! This guide will walk you through the process, whether you're on Windows, macOS, or just looking for a cleaner uninstall. Let's make this task as painless as finally landing that game-winning Black Hole! Uninstalling Dota 2 onmore

Dota 2
25 Oct
Andre Guaraldo
Everything To Know About BLAST Slam I

Everything To Know About BLAST Slam I

BLAST revealed its new tournament series, starting with BLAST Slam I, which is set to kick off in a few days. The tournament will feature ten of the world’s top Dota 2 teams battling for a share of an impressive $1 million prize pool. Here’s everything you need to know about BLAST Slam I. What Is BLAST Slam I? BLAST has previously hosted several Dota 2 tournaments. With BLAST Slam I, the Danish organizers aim to cement their presence in themore

Dota 2
23 Oct
Harrison Htet
Ame Insults Filipino Players with "Monkey" slur

Ame Insults Filipino Players with "Monkey" slur

A pub match turned ugly when Wang "Ame" Chunyu began hurling insults at his Filipino opponents, Karl Matthew "Karl" Baldovino and Jinn Marrey "Palos" Lamatao. The incident is attracting people's attention due to past events, with Chinese players reacting strongly towards negative comments. The timing couldn't be worse for Ame, as he is set to travel to Southeast Asia to compete in ESL One Bangkok on December 9th. Why Ame's Filipino insult struck a chord with the community It's unclearmore

Dota 2
22 Oct
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Team Falcons Crowned Organization of the Year at 2024 Esports Awards

Team Falcons Crowned Organization of the Year at 2024 Esports Awards

The Esports Awards decorate teams, players, personalities and events all across the world of esports. Now, the glitz and glamour of competitive gaming took center stage on November 21st, all things esports gathered in Los Angeles for the Esports Awards 2024. Meant to honor all of the achievements that have shaped the scene over the past year, the event saw several worthy winners lift their awards in a night they'll remember for years to come. And yet, not all thatmore

22 Oct
Martin Arévalo-Östberg
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ESL One Bangkok 2024: Teams, Format, Schedule and More

ESL One Bangkok 2024: Teams, Format, Schedule and More

ESL One is set to host its final tournament of the year in Bangkok. ESL One Bangkok 2024 will mark the first LAN event of ESL Pro Tour Season 3. It will feature twelve top teams competing for their share of a $1,000,000 prize pool and EPT points. Being a LAN tournament, fans can attend the event in person. They have two ticket options to choose from. Option A is a Ranks-three-day ticket priced at approximately $68 USD, and themore

Dota 2
22 Oct
Harrison Htet
Parker Lashes out at former Heroic Teammates

Parker Lashes out at former Heroic Teammates

David "Parker" Nicho Flores  and his former team Heroic separated on sour terms. Heroic was the first South American team to win an International Dota 2 event and Parker was voted MVP at PGL Wallachia Season 2. Despite the success, things took a negative turn after DreamLeague Season 24. Heroic benched Parker and he subsequently left the team. Heroic benches Parker, brings in Yuma for BLAST Slam The South American team pulled off an incredible comeback story at PGL Wallachia. more

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21 Oct
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Dota 2 Roles Explained: How to Play Each Hero Effectively

Dota 2 Roles Explained: How to Play Each Hero Effectively

In Dota 2, heroes are defined by their roles, which are determined by their attributes, abilities, and the ways they can influence the game. Understanding these roles is crucial for players to perform effectively within their team and counter the enemy heroes. This guide explores the official and unofficial roles in Dota 2, providing an in-depth look at each role's characteristics and strategic importance. Official Roles The official roles in Dota 2 are determined by various factors, including a hero'smore

Dota 2
21 Oct
Aidan van Vuuren
Dota 2 patch 7.37e obliterates Luna

Dota 2 patch 7.37e obliterates Luna

Dota 2 patch 7.37e is here and it is another balance patch to tide players over until the next big update. While not every hero received a change, a few of them will have their place in the meta shift dramatically. This letter patch likely means we won't get a big update until the end of Blast Slam starting November 26th, potentially till the start of next year. Dota 2 patch 7.37e hits Luna the hardest Let's start our discussionmore

Dota 2
20 Oct
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Dota 2 nominated Esports Game of the Year at Game Awards

Dota 2 nominated Esports Game of the Year at Game Awards

The Game Awards are here for another iteration and Dota 2 is nominated for "Best Esports Game". It is the 10th time Dota 2 has made the category, only missing out once in the first Game Awards, when the category didn't exist yet. Team Liquid is nominated for "Best Esports Team". They also have the honor of putting up one of their players, Neta "33" Shapira, for "Best Esports Athlete". Dota 2 has yet to win anything at the Gamemore

Dota 2
19 Oct
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Harnessing Chaos: How to Play Dota 2's Spirit Breaker

Harnessing Chaos: How to Play Dota 2's Spirit Breaker

Spirit Breaker, also known as Barathrum, is one of the most disruptive and durable heroes in Dota 2. His unique ability to charge across the map, lock down enemies with stuns, and cause chaos makes him a favorite for players who enjoy aggressive playstyles. In this guide, we will explore everything you need to know about playing Spirit Breaker, including tips on how to maximize his abilities, ideal item builds, and how to counter him.   Who is Spirit Breaker?more

Dota 2
18 Oct
Aidan van Vuuren
The Ultimate Kez Guide Part 1: What skills to take?

The Ultimate Kez Guide Part 1: What skills to take?

Welcome to our comprehensive Kez guide. We’ve been looking at high level games to see how the pro’s are playing him, to make sure you can win those double-downs without question! Kez is one of the harder heroes, that’s why this Kez guide will teach you everything you need to know to make “the Invoker of carries” work. While Kez’s kit offers a lot of flexibility we recommend that you play him in the carry role, and this guide willmore

Dota 2
17 Oct
Pepijn Lamers
Kez nerfed in Latest Dota 2 update

Kez nerfed in Latest Dota 2 update

It seems that Valve is struggling to get their new hero right. A day after his release he got buffed, and four days later Kez gets nerfed. Poor bird can't catch a break. The results of the Kez nerfs are already hitting the hero hard. He's gone from a 49% win rate to a 43% and likely won't be going much higher. But were the nerfs justified? Kez nerfed before he hits 50% win rate Kez was released to underwhelmingmore

Dota 2
13 Oct
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Falcons Claim Victory in DreamLeague Season 24

Falcons Claim Victory in DreamLeague Season 24

Team Falcons have claimed victory over BetBoom Team (3-1) in the DreamLeague Season 24 grand final, claiming a $300.000 prize, and solidifying their place as the most dominant team in the 2024 season. Dreamleague season 24 had an unconventional format, having two separate group stages (one with 2 groups of 8, and then another group of 8 consisting of the top 4 teams from either group). But Falcons seemed to not feel the competitive fatigue as they cruised through anothermore

Dota 2
11 Oct
Pepijn Lamers
Team Secret Unveils New Dota 2 Roster

Team Secret Unveils New Dota 2 Roster

Team Secret has revealed their Dota 2 roster for the upcoming 2024-2025 season. The team is led by veteran and founder Clement "Puppey" Ivanov. The rest of the squad consists of relatively new and unknown players. The recruited players continue a trend that Team Secret has had for years. Focusing on upcoming stars from Eastern Europe and Asia. While these players have been in the scene for a few years, they are still inexperienced to the highest level of competitivemore

Dota 2
10 Oct
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Valve buffs Kez a Day after Release

Valve buffs Kez a Day after Release

Kez was released on November 8th to...mixed results. The Dota 2 community loved the hero's complexity and character. However, his overall gameplay, while fun, was fairly underwhelming. The hero debuted with 36% win rate, the lowest among all heroes in the game. Valve quickly recognized the problem with the hero and gave Kez several buffs 24 hours after his release. Let's talk about why that happened and it's impact on the hero. Three reasons Kez deserved a few buffs Kezmore

Dota 2
9 Oct
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Tony Todd, Dota 2 voice actor passed away

Tony Todd, Dota 2 voice actor passed away

The world woke up to sad news today. Tony Todd passed away yesterday at the age of 69 at his home in Los Angeles. The actor's career spanned nearly 40 years, with a prolific presence in movies, television, games, and Broadway. In the Dota 2 world, Tony Todd is most well known for voicing several characters with deep baritone voices. This includes Viper, Night Stalker, and Dragon Knight. He also voiced the dragon Slyrak in the animated show Dota: Dragon'smore

Dota 2
9 Oct
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Kez has been released, is he really that bad?

Kez has been released, is he really that bad?

Kez is here! The newest hero in Dota 2, and the community has been buzzing with excitement and confusion. Designed as a high-skill-cap melee agility hero with 2 weapon layouts, he's been making waves in pubs. With a win rate hovering at a rough 37% in pub matches, Kez has officially joined the list of new heroes who struggle out of the gate. Is the hero undertuned or are players just struggling to figure out how this complex hero works?more

Dota 2
8 Oct
Pepijn Lamers
BetBoom Team eliminates Liquid from DreamLeague Season 24

BetBoom Team eliminates Liquid from DreamLeague Season 24

DreamLeague tournaments have often been the kryptonite of  Team Liquid. In recent DreamLeague tournaments, they couldn't even make it out of the initial group stage. However, DreamLeague Season 24 played out differently for them. While Team Liquid successfully advanced past the first group stage, they were unable to shake off their struggles in the second round. As a result, BetBoom Team delivered the final knockout blow to Team Liquid. BetBoom Team bounced back hard in second group stage BetBoom Team andmore

Dota 2
7 Oct
Harrison Htet