Dota 2
by Valve • Released 2013
Dota 2 is a complex multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) where two teams of five players compete to destroy the enemy's Ancient. Each hero has unique abilities and roles, creating deep strategic gameplay with infinite possibilities.
Monthly Players
15M
Peak Viewership
2.7M peak
2023 Prize Pool
$30,000,000
Tournaments
140+
Competitive Format
team Size
5
match Duration
~45 minutes
match Format
Best of 3/5
season Format
DPC System
major Prize Pool
$500,000
Game Roles
Carry
Primary damage dealer who scales with items
Mid
Solo lane core that controls game tempo
Offlane
Durable initiator who creates space
Soft Support
Roaming playmaker and ganker
Hard Support
Ward provider and lane supporter
Popular Heroes
Invoker
Role: Mid
Difficulty: Very Hard
Pudge
Role: Roamer
Difficulty: Moderate
Crystal Maiden
Role: Support
Difficulty: Easy
Top Teams
Team Spirit
Russia
Recent Achievement
The International 2023 Champions
Gaimin Gladiators
International
Recent Achievement
Lima Major 2023 Winners
Team Liquid
Europe
Recent Achievement
DreamLeague Season 19 Champions
PSG.LGD
China
Recent Achievement
Riyadh Masters 2023 Winners
Tundra Esports
Europe
Recent Achievement
ESL One Berlin Major Champions
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