Dota 2 combines the real-time strategy elements of a traditional top-down perspective, while also incorporating the leveling and itemization functions of a role-playing video game. Players are pitted against each other as two factions called the Radiant and the Dire. The Radiant faction is based at the southwest corner of the map, while the Dire faction is based at the northeast corner. Utilizing one of six hero selection modes, players select one of 101 "heroes" – strategically powerful units with special abilities, who, through combat experience, may progress to a maximum level of twenty-five. The heroes' methods of combat are heavily influenced by their primary property, which can be strength, agility, or intelligence. The basic setup of Dota 2 places two strongholds containing critical structures called "Ancients" at opposing ends of a geographically balanced map. These bases are connected by three main paths (referred to as lanes), which are guarded by defensive towers and groups of units commonly referred to as "creeps" which traverse their lanes, attacking enemy units and structures upon sight. Players are split into two teams, each consisting of up to five players, to compete as the primary defenders for each Ancient.
Anyone else play this awesome game? Thought I'd start a thread here cos I couldn't find one that was active and I didn't wanna necro an old one. The newest patch came out today and holy shitballs the new meta is gonna be awesome
. For anyone just getting into the game - don't forget its still in beta and Valve rely on the community to test it so report any bugs and don't get too wound up about them!
New? Watch this:
Then read this:
http://www.purgegamers.com/welcome-to-dota-you-suckBut please bear in mind that things have changed since both of those guides were released - such as item costs and hero abilities.
So yeah, anyone? If you're looking for someone to play with, feel free to PM me and I'll give you my Steam ID. Happy to play with the newest of new people and help you out, or even the higher tier skilled people, pretty confident I can handle being a support for ya
p.s if you don't have a Dota 2 invite PM me and I can gift you one