
Dota 2
The deepest MOBA ever made. Two teams of five, over 120 heroes, and the largest prize pools in esports history at The International.
Popularity
Active Players Over Time
Latest known: 839,873 players
Steam concurrent players — official Steam Web API (ISteamUserStats), daily snapshots. Steam counts do not include players on other platforms.
Overview
Dota 2 is a five-versus-five MOBA where two teams battle to destroy the opposing Ancient. With more than 120 heroes, hundreds of items, and infinite strategic depth, it remains one of the most demanding competitive games ever created.
Key Information
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Developer | Valve Corporation |
| Release Date | July 9, 2013 |
| Genre | MOBA |
| Platform | PC |
| Business Model | Free-to-play |
Esports Scene
The International is famous for breaking crowdfunding records — its prize pools have exceeded $40 million, the largest in esports history.
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