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The International 2025 — Schedule & Format
April 1, 2025
Explore Wandering Waters in the 7.38 Gameplay Update
February 19, 2025
The Crownfall Archive
February 6, 2025
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April 1, 2025
The International 2025 — Schedule & Format
The arenas might be different, the star players might change, and every year new teams will rise while others fall.
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February 19, 2025
Explore Wandering Waters in the 7.38 Gameplay Update
Much like the galactic water miners in the movie and possibly the book Dune Part 2, Dota has always been the only game in any genre that believes water is the most valuable...
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February 6, 2025
The Crownfall Archive
Well folks, you knew this was coming. We warned you it was coming. We even extended its coming. But now it's no longer coming, because it's here.
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When not climbing the ranks, you'll be able to learn from the best. The Dota Pro Circuit features ultra-high-level Dota 2 competition streaming regularly in the game client, on Twitch and Steam.TV. Culminating in the largest e-sports championship in the world, The International, professional Dota 2 is an event not to be missed.
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Tournament Highlights
The International
The pinnacle of Dota 2 esports with the largest prize pool in esports history.
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DPC Majors
Crucial tournaments where teams compete for DPC points and qualification spots.
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Regional Leagues
Six regional leagues where teams compete to qualify for Majors and The International.
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