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  1. Nov 10, 2013
    10
    rafaram
    Jul 10, 2013
    10 This game improved so much since it was released on the beta. There are over 90 heroes to choose from currently and the gamplay is as intence and as rewarding as DOTA 1. I know alot of people will be hesitant to try it at first but there has been a new tutorial system implemented in DOTA 2 and I think it will help new comers. I know some people who play LOL might
    rafaram
    Jul 10, 2013
    10
    This game improved so much since it was released on the beta. There are over 90 heroes to choose from currently and the gamplay is as intence and as rewarding as DOTA 1. I know alot of people will be hesitant to try it at first but there has been a new tutorial system implemented in DOTA 2 and I think it will help new comers. I know some people who play LOL might bash in this game, but both games are compleatly different. Its like comparing COD and Battlefield, they are so different that connot be compared. (no preference on either game, I think bot of them are good) Give this game a try, the learning curve is very steep but it is rewarding when you learn. I think this is the best gave valve has ever developed and has been the most played game on steam ever since the second year of beta development. Try it out, its free and badass!
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  2. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    best moba, and one of the best games ever made for player vs player combat... think arenas in WoW but not 45 minutes of healing and cc'ing this is massive action and if you slip up you die pretty fast
  3. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Such a great F2P game. Extremely addicting.. All the heroes are free from the start but the game is hard for newbies because the high learning curve but don't worry, it will get better. Ohh and the e-sports side is amazing as well, you can see the pros play all the time and make some crazy plays.
  4. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    This is a very very good game I cant stop playing it with my friends, thank you Volvo .
    The balancing is very well done and every hero can be played significantly
  5. Nov 8, 2013
    10
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  6. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    This game improved so much since it was released on the beta. There are over 90 heroes to choose from currently and the gamplay is as intence and as rewarding as DOTA 1. I know alot of people will be hesitant to try it at first but there has been a new tutorial system implemented in DOTA 2 and I think it will help new comers. I know some people who play LOL might bash in this game, butThis game improved so much since it was released on the beta. There are over 90 heroes to choose from currently and the gamplay is as intence and as rewarding as DOTA 1. I know alot of people will be hesitant to try it at first but there has been a new tutorial system implemented in DOTA 2 and I think it will help new comers. I know some people who play LOL might bash in this game, but bot… Expand Expand
  7. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    I wasn't among those who bombed the metacritic page with negative reviews, but I'd like to say that as a token of goodwill on Valve's behalf for writing a satisfactory blogpost, I am going to try and help save the user score. As for the game itself, it's one of the best games I've played lately. Even when the map and the rules remain the same, I've never had a match that's the exact sameI wasn't among those who bombed the metacritic page with negative reviews, but I'd like to say that as a token of goodwill on Valve's behalf for writing a satisfactory blogpost, I am going to try and help save the user score. As for the game itself, it's one of the best games I've played lately. Even when the map and the rules remain the same, I've never had a match that's the exact same as another match due to the nature of the game. Of course, it's not a game for everyone, but if you're the type of person who likes to try new things, then I'd recommend that you give Dota 2 a try. Expand
  8. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    THEY GAVE US DIRETIDE, PRAISE VALVE AND PLS REBAND we love please excuse our behaviour and dont forget us and give us CHRISTMAS EVENT PLS ok bye bye let me just fill 150 chars and its done,
  9. Nov 8, 2013
    10
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  10. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played. Takes a lot to get into, but once you do, you have a game for life. It makes you work with your team to win games.
  11. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Great game but it took i while to get used to it. From the start you can use any of the all heroes in game, and don´t have to spend time or money to unlock.
  12. Nov 14, 2013
    10
    There's 2 things about Dota 2 it's completely free and it's developed by VALVe. If that's not enough for you to try this game I don't know what is. The only thing that you have to spend in order to play this game is time. That's right, Dota 2 is not like most other games and that's because it's very complex, so be patient, learn the mechanics and once it's in your system then you'll startThere's 2 things about Dota 2 it's completely free and it's developed by VALVe. If that's not enough for you to try this game I don't know what is. The only thing that you have to spend in order to play this game is time. That's right, Dota 2 is not like most other games and that's because it's very complex, so be patient, learn the mechanics and once it's in your system then you'll start having a hell lot of fun. I wouldn't recommend it if you're a casual gamer and can't be bothered to invest that time. If that's the case and you want to play a MOBA then that's where LoL comes in. If you already play LoL and want something more challenging and more rewarding then by all means try Dota 2. Plus it has way better graphics, great character customization and doesn't require any money to unlock heroes (which I find very frustrating in LoL). It is also more balanced imo. As for the community, well it's still a MOBA so don't expect too much, although it's not so bad Expand
  13. Nov 8, 2013
    10
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  14. Nov 8, 2013
    10
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  15. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    After ~1500 games played and 1600 invested in the game, I just cannot stop. I don't feel interested in any other games for that matter, whatever I try seems just boring as hell compared to Dota. A++, 10/10 Game, try it out for free!
  16. Nov 8, 2013
    10
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  17. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    While Valve has screwed up in communication for both Diretide and Ti3 Ticket sells the game is still good. They've admitted their mistakes regarding the lack of communication with diretide.
  18. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    They have given Diretide and are now redeemed, Thanks based volvo. Also, GIVE DIRETIDE GIVE DIRETIDEGIVE DIRETIDEGIVE DIRETIDEGIVE DIRETIDEGIVE DIRETIDEGIVE DIRETIDEGIVE DIRETIDEGIVE DIRETIDEGIVE DIRETIDEGIVE DIRETIDEGIVE DIRETIDEGIVE DIRETIDEGIVE DIRETIDE
  19. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    After trying different action-RTS games, I must say this is the best one yet. Very good graphics, animation and gameplay. I've played League of Legends but I get queued with childrens below 13 and also the champions are imbalanced in that game unlike in Dota 2 where it is all good and team play is needed.
  20. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    This game is what I spend a good deal of my hours playing. Between the yearly International tournaments and the balance changes made by the famous Icefrog, this game is excellent.
  21. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Compared to Dota 1, it feels alot better. Great graphics and production value. Easily beat down cartoon-like features of LoL, and poor graphics in Warcraft3. This game is the best!
  22. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Classy act by valve. Shame to those people who spammed 0 as ratings here 1 week ago. Valve's even the one apologizing even though the people who tarnished dota2's score are the one at fault here.
  23. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Amazing game, they finally listenend and gave Diretide to us! I've played 5 years (and am still playing) wc3 DotA, and I have played around 1500 LoL games. DotA and Dota 2 are, hands down, the best MOBA/ARTS games. The community is great and the game is very balanced and skill-based.

    PS: TY VOLVO
  24. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Dota 2 is a really enjoyable free to play game that gets you really addicted. If you have tried LOL and liked it you should definetly try this. Its kind of the game lol is based on.
  25. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    One of the best, most difficult and truly competitive games I've ever played. It is free and doesn't have any pay-to-win, all heroes are free, the only paid content are cosmetical items that DO NOT change gameplay.
  26. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    I love valve. I love valve. I love valve. I love valve. I love valve. I love valve. I love valve. diretide is here. Valve talked to us!!!! yayy! s2 gaben
  27. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Dota 2 is an utterly brilliant PvP game that is ultra-hard and requires friends for the best experience. There is a steep learning curve and a lot of characters to get used to but the game is really worth it.
  28. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is game is just plain awesome and I recommend it anyone to try it out. It is not hard to understand it and gets you really fast. The best ARTS right now! Expand
  29. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    This game is a very fun and enjoyable game, I think that it deserves a second chance because it really got hit hard from the whole dire tide thing, and I think it deserves a second chance
  30. Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Got DIRETIDE༼ Got DIRETIDE༼ Got DIRETIDE༼ Got DIRETIDE༼ Got DIRETIDE༼ Got DIRETIDE༼ Got DIRETIDE

    All of the crap thrown at Valve should be taken back.
Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 33
  2. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. Aug 15, 2017
    85
    And this dichotomy is perhaps the best descriptor I can attach to Dota 2. It is frequently a game which occupies two opposite spaces simultaneously. It is the best game. It is also the worst game. No game has ever made me as miserable as Dota 2 has. But no game has made me feel so consistently rewarded for my time, and as consistently, wonderfully connected to the friends I play it with.
  2. Feb 19, 2014
    95
    Simply irresistible and addictive as hell.
  3. Games Master UK
    Sep 1, 2013
    90
    Unforgiving from the get-go, but a landmark in competitive multiplayer design. [Oct 2013, p.68]