Search results for DOTA2 (332 results)
The Stream Team: Perfecting mechanics in Dota 2
Dota 2 is a MOBA of immense depth. Just when you think you understand it, you discover something entirely new that dramatically alters the way you approach the game. Outside of the raw strategy element, there are numerous mechanical things to learn....
Hear snippets of Chance Thomas' Dota 2 score
Composer Chance Thomas has revealed his latest project: creating a Compendium score for Dota 2. In a new behind-the-scenes video, you can see Thomas conducting a choir and orchestra as they perform snippets of various tracks for the popular MOBA. ...
The Stream Team: Playing support in Dota 2
Support roles in Dota 2 are critical for winning teamfights and enhancing the play of your teammates. Lich, a powerful support with an incredible ultimate, is an excellent choice when it comes to propping up other players while still reserving the a...
Dota 2's Frostivus celebration is coming
Valve has announced that Dota 2's holiday-themed Frostivus event is on its way, though exact details are still somewhat sparse. The announcement, made via the official Dota 2 website, says only that "Frostivus is coming." The page hints at content t...
The Stream Team: Stacking friends in Dota 2
When it comes to MOBAs, teamwork is everything. Adventuring into the solo queue in a game like Dota 2 is an invitation for pain and suffering; stacking a couple of friends in a party results in a much more successful (and fun) experience. Tune in to...
The Stream Team: Rising from the ashes in Dota 2
Dota 2's New Bloom update is now live, bringing a new map variant, two new heroes, and a ton of other interesting features to investigate. Join Massively's Mike Foster as he explores some of the changes New Bloom introduces and jumps into a live mat...
The Stream Team: Learning Dota 2 from an expert
Being a strong Dota 2 player requires an intricate knowledge of a variety of heroes and a deep understanding of each of the game's items. Massively's Mike Foster has neither. He does, however, have an expert friend who has competed in Dota tournamen...
Not So Massively: Dota 2 is going to be freaking awesome
Welcome to Not So Massively, our weekly roundup of the top news from popular multiplayer online battle arenas (MOBAs) and other multiplayer online games that aren't quite MMOs. Published every Saturday, the column covers games such as League o...
The Stream Team: Random drafting in Dota 2
Newcomers to Dota 2 often stick to the game's All-Pick mode when searching for matches. In All-Pick, every hero currently in the game's hero pool is available for selection. This makes character selection more manageable for new players (since you c...
Dota 2 gets new heroes, crafting, and Diretide
Last week, the folks at Valve apologized to the Dota 2 community for silently skipping the game's Halloween-themed Diretide event. In the apology, the Dota team promised that Diretide would go live with the next big update, which they hinted would i...
Bridging the gap between casual and pro at the Chicago Dota 2 Winter Open
At Ignite Gaming Lounge in Chicago, Illinois, the crowd is losing its mind. It's grand finals of the Chicago Dota 2 Winter Open, a two-day, double-elimination, 16-team throwdown, and for some reason someone has just picked Meepo. For those of you wh...
The Stream Team: Dota 2's Three Spirits update
Valve's Three Spirits update for Dota 2 brings three new heroes, a host of new features, and the long-awaited return of Dota 2's Halloween-themed Diretide event. Join Massively's Mike Foster as he checks out the new characters and hops in on Diretid...
Dota 2 no longer in beta; Valve implements new player queue
Dota 2 has been in beta for around two years. In that time it became effectively the biggest game on Steam, with a monthly playerbase of over three million and a maximum concurrency of 300,000 players. There's even a $2 million tournament coming up ...
The Stream Team: Dota 2's most thankless job
Dota 2, like most MOBAs, is a team sport. And in order for the team to succeed, some players have to shy away from glory and instead focus on propping up others. This is the thankless role of a Dota 2 support, the person who buys couriers, is always...
The Stream Team: Wraith-Night comes to Dota 2
Dota 2 was well on its way toward a happy Frostivus holiday, but as usual, things went wrong. Now Skeleton King is on the verge of turning to dust and needs a little help with his resurrection. That's where Massively's Mike Foster comes in. Tune in ...
