About Dota 2®

Dota 2 is one of the most-played games on Steam, drawing millions of players into battle every single day as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. Even after a thousand hours, there is always something new to find, thanks to regular updates that keep the gameplay, features, and roster constantly evolving. It is a strategy-heavy action MOBA that has grown into a world all its own.

Diversity defines the experience. With a huge selection of heroes, abilities, and powerful items, no two matches unfold the same way. Any hero can fill several roles, and the deep item pool lets you adapt to whatever a given game demands. Rather than boxing you into a set way to play, Dota hands you the freedom to express your own style. Competitive balance sits at the heart of it all, which is why every hero is free; the core content is available to everyone so that matches stay fair, while optional cosmetics simply add flair.

Getting started is welcoming despite the depth. You can learn the ropes in co-op matches against bots, practice in the hero demo mode, and party up with friends before jumping into behavior- and skill-based matchmaking that aims to pair you with suitable players. For PC players who love intricate team strategy, Dota 2 offers effectively infinite possibilities.