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Falcons.Malr1ne on his 15K MMR: "It just happens"

Falcons.Malr1ne on his 15K MMR: "It just happens"

Team Falcons took the Dota 2 professional scene by storm this year. The team of diverse talents has quickly risen to success since their formation. Throughout this season, they have secured multiple trophies across various tournaments, establishing themselves as a top contender for the Aegis at The International 2024. One of the standout players on Team Falcons is their midlaner, Stanislav "Malr1ne" Potorak. He was recently awarded Esports Breakthrough Player of the Year for his outstanding in-game contributions. The Internationalmore

Dota 2
6 Aug
Harrison Htet
Ace: "If I'm ever gonna win a TI, I definitely wanna win this one"

Ace: "If I'm ever gonna win a TI, I definitely wanna win this one"

Gaimin Gladiators had tremendous success last season– securing multiple trophies across various tournaments and finishing as runners-up at The International 2023. The team received a direct invite to The International 2024. Before heading to this year's TI, Gaimin regained momentum by winning the Riyadh Masters  2024 at the Esports World Cup. This year's TI is being held in Denmark, the home country of Marcus "Ace" Christensen. In a recent interview, he discussed his team's journey throughout the season. Ace: "Whenmore

Dota 2
4 Aug
Harrison Htet
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Valve Reminds International Players that Gambling is Prohibited

Valve Reminds International Players that Gambling is Prohibited

The International 13 is almost here and once more the best teams in the world will be competing against each other to lift the Aegis. Every year at The International, Valve welcomes teams with a letter congratulating them on their success. This year's letter is no different, although it also includes some advice for players on how to conduct themselves during the event. Valve reveals that 500 million Dota 2 games are played in a year Valve shared some interestingmore

Dota 2
2 Aug
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Everything you need to know about The International 2024

Everything you need to know about The International 2024

The International 2024 is upon us! This tournament represents the pinnacle of the Dota 2 professional scene. It is also a celebration of the game that we know and love. The International stands as a testament to the dedication and skill of professional players striving to lift the Aegis of Champions. The International holds different meanings for different people. However, one thing is certain – the best teams in Dota 2 will gather to compete for a substantial prize andmore

Dota 2
2 Aug
Harrison Htet
The Ringmaster is Finally Here to Tame the Wild Heroes of Dota 2

The Ringmaster is Finally Here to Tame the Wild Heroes of Dota 2

Cogliostro Kettle, the Ringmaster, has finally entered the world of Dota 2. After more than a year since the last hero, Muerta, was released, the Ringmaster brings with him this year's International Compendium as well. The Ringmaster has been patiently waiting for the perfect moment to step into the spotlight. During his time alone, he has been honing new tricks to face the heroes of Dota 2. Now, he’s ready to perform, and when everyone is distracted, he plans tomore

Dota 2
23 Jul
Ryan Antony Bernard
Best Dota 2 support heroes in patch 7.37b

Best Dota 2 support heroes in patch 7.37b

Dota 2 patch 7.37b introduced subtle yet impactful adjustments to heroes and items, focusing on fine-tuning and balance. These changes, though minor, can significantly influence the meta. Staying updated on top heroes is crucial. Each update offers new opportunities to climb the MMR ladder. In this article, we’ll explore the top support heroes in Dota 2 patch 7.37b, focusing on those dominating the current meta. We’ll also cover key recent changes to these heroes, offering insights to help you boostmore

Dota 2
22 Jul
Ahmed Alghanim
OG Parts Ways with Misha

OG Parts Ways with Misha

Earlier today, OG made a surprising announcement: their coach, Mikhail "Misha" Agatov, is parting ways with the team just weeks before The International 2024. Misha first joined OG in September 2021 as a coach, but his journey with the team has been anything but ordinary. He briefly stepped into the role of a support player later that year before returning to coaching in March 2023, where he has remained until now.

Dota 2
15 Jul
Ahmed Alghanim
Support Tinker Has the Highest Win rate in Dota 2

Support Tinker Has the Highest Win rate in Dota 2

Support Tinker has emerged as the meta defining hero of Dota 2 patch 7.37. Repair Bots was buffed by 50%, allowing the hero to be played as a healing support who wins the lane and scales into the late-game. As a result, Support Tinker has a 56% win rate in Divine+ games, a huge jump from the previous update. The trend establishes Tinker as one of the best heroes to grind MMR right now. Five reasons to play support Tinkermore

Dota 2
14 Jul
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Esports World Cup Week 6: Teamfight Tactics, Fortnite and Street Fighter 6 Preview

Esports World Cup Week 6: Teamfight Tactics, Fortnite and Street Fighter 6 Preview

As we enter the Esports World Cup Week 6 (EWC), the competition heats up with three iconic titles: Teamfight Tactics, Fortnite, and Street Fighter 6. Hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this week's events promise to showcase a mix of strategy, creativity, and intense battles. Here's a detailed look at what to expect, including schedules, team profiles, and key matchups. Teamfight Tactics (TFT) The Teamfight Tactics tournament will feature 16 top squads competing in a format designed to test their strategicmore

6 Jul
Andre Guaraldo
The Biggest Winners Dota 2 Patch 7.37

The Biggest Winners Dota 2 Patch 7.37

It’s been a few days since the major patch 7.37 was released, and the changes it introduced have already shifted the meta. Some popular heroes received significant updates, while others remained untouched. In this article, we will focus on the biggest winners of patch 7.37 and explain the changes that propelled them above the rest.

Dota 2
3 Jul
Ahmed Alghanim
Dota 2 patch 7.37 Brings Back Iron Talon, Adds level Six Abilities!

Dota 2 patch 7.37 Brings Back Iron Talon, Adds level Six Abilities!

Dota 2 patch 7.37 is here and it is a beefy update to the game. The tooltips have been updated, Several Neutral items have been removed and some have returned, along with many hero changes. Players will take a couple of weeks to recognize the impact of all these updates. In the meantime, we'll try to list the biggest changes in Dota 2 patch 7.37 The biggest changes in Dota 2 patch 7.37 The Dota 2 tooltip now displays whatmore

Dota 2
1 Jul
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Valve Will No Longer Work on The International

Valve Will No Longer Work on The International

According to Austin "Cap" Walsh, Valve will no longer be involved in the International. Instead, PGL will handle the project completely in the future. Cap shared this information during a recent Twitch stream. Valve was the organiser for the first five Internationals. Since the sixth iteration, PGL has been involved and will be the only organization handling Dota 2's biggest event moving forward. Cap: "I don't know if TI will maintain that same kind of status for the years tomore

Dota 2
29 Jun
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Everything You need to know about Clavision: Snow Ruyi Invitational

Everything You need to know about Clavision: Snow Ruyi Invitational

The Riyadh Masters 2024 concluded with Gaimin Gladiators taking home the trophy and 1.5 million USD in prize money. If you think you might be missing some tier 1 Dota 2 action after that, the tournament organisers in China have got you covered with The Clavision: Snow Ruyi Invitational. What is The Clavision: Snow Ruyi Invitational? Clavision, a tournament organiser from China will host the Clavision: Snow Ruyi Invitational. It will be held at the Snow Ruyi venue in Zhangjiakou, Hebeimore

Dota 2
28 Jun
Harrison Htet
Dota 2 and League of Legends Voice Actor Passes Away

Dota 2 and League of Legends Voice Actor Passes Away

Dota 2 lost an iconic voice as Sam A. Mowry passed away on July 20th. Sam was the voice of the Shopkeeper in Dota 2, along with several heroes as well.  His voice went far beyond the world of Dota 2, as he was also a part of League of Legends, Amnesia, and many other incredible games. In this article, we will list our favorite lines for each hero Sam A. Mowry voiced. Keep in mind that it is extremelymore

24 Jun
Otomo
Arteezy Steps Down from Shopify Rebellion

Arteezy Steps Down from Shopify Rebellion

Artour "Arteezy" Babaev released a statement on X announcing his plans in Dota 2. The North American carry will no longer be on the active roster of Shopify Rebellion and will be replaced by Crhistian "Pakazs" Savina in the upcoming Elite League Season 2. In his statement Arteezy shared his plans for the future and how he intends to improve in Dota 2 after so many years in the scene. Arteezy had mixed results with Shopify Rebellion Few players leavemore

Dota 2
24 Jun
Otomo
Riyadh Masters 2024 Meta Recap: Ember Spirit is King of the Hill

Riyadh Masters 2024 Meta Recap: Ember Spirit is King of the Hill

Riyadh Masters 2024 has concluded and Gaimin Gladiators emerged victorious. They took home USD $1,500,000 along with a thousand Club Points and an additional USD $50,000 for Quinn "Quinn" Callahan as the tournament MVP. There's a lot to unpack from the Riyadh Masters 2024 meta, and we will start by looking at the tournament meta. We're listing down the most picked and banned heroes, along with the most successful and overrated picks of the event. Riyadh Masters 2024 Meta Recapmore

Dota 2
22 Jun
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Gaimin Gladiators are the Riyadh Masters 2024 Champions!

Gaimin Gladiators are the Riyadh Masters 2024 Champions!

After three weeks of spectacular Dota 2, the Riyadh Masters 2024 has concluded. Gaimin Gladiators won arguably the biggest tournament of the year, taking home a whopping $1,500,000. Gaimin Gladiators beat Team Liquid 3-0 to etch their name in history at the first-ever Esports World Cup. GG's Run at Riyadh Masters 2024 Gaimin Gladiators were one of the favorites coming into this tournament, though their performance had declined in 2024. Even during their godlike run last year, they choked inmore

Dota 2
21 Jun
Ryan Antony Bernard
Gaimin Gladiators advances to the finals of Riyadh Masters 2024

Gaimin Gladiators advances to the finals of Riyadh Masters 2024

The El Clásico Upper Bracket Final between Gaimin Gladiators and Team Liquid at Riyadh Masters 2024 concluded with a victory for Gaimin. In the previous season, Gaimin dominated their regional rivals at LAN events. However, Team Liquid emerged victorious in nearly every series against them this season. Fortunately for Gaimin, at the Riyadh Masters 2024, they once again triumphed over their regional rivals. Gaimin took a clean sweep against Liquid. After the series, Erik "tOfu" Engel, reflected on his team'smore

Dota 2
21 Jun
Harrison Htet
Team Falcons Eliminates PSG Quest at Riyadh Masters 2024

Team Falcons Eliminates PSG Quest at Riyadh Masters 2024

Team Falcons has eliminated PSG Quest from the race to the Riyadh Masters 2024 championship with a hard-fought 2-1 victory in the lower bracket. Despite their exit, PSG Quest secured a commendable $300,000 prize by finishing in 5th-6th place. Even in victory, Falcons' midlaner, Stanislav "Malr1ne" Potorak,  expressed his disappointment, acknowledging their performance was below standards. They felt they played poorly and could have executed their strategies much better.

Dota 2
21 Jun
Ahmed Alghanim
PSG.Quest Ends Gorgc's Aspirations for The International 2024

PSG.Quest Ends Gorgc's Aspirations for The International 2024

The road to The International is filled with intriguing moments and unexpected turns. Today, popular streamer Janne "Gorgc" Stefanovski and his team, Team Bald, faced a 2-0 defeat against PSG.Quest, ending their road to The International 2024. Team Bald Faces Western Europe Giants

Dota 2
21 Jun
Ahmed Alghanim