Dota 2

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6.5

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  1. Trexounay
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    This game is awesome, I'd recommand it to any people that enjoy strategy, quick and smart use of numerous game mecanics and very deep and enjoyable complexity. I've played more that 1000 hours and I'm keep learning, this is a blast no 2 games look alike.
    This game is the result of a community effort that started a way back in starcraft 1 and warcraft 3 and a lot of people put their minds    This game is awesome, I'd recommand it to any people that enjoy strategy, quick and smart use of numerous game mecanics and very deep and enjoyable complexity. I've played more that 1000 hours and I'm keep learning, this is a blast no 2 games look alike.
    This game is the result of a community effort that started a way back in starcraft 1 and warcraft 3 and a lot of people put their minds together to achieve such a beautiful game design.    … Expand
  2. cspott
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Great game- the only thing I can say about it (other than a lack of communication that incensed the community enough into tanking its score) is that it is crazy addictive and can eat a lot of your spare time
  3. muzimaze
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Diretide comeback! Diretide comeback!
    Diretide comeback! Diretide comeback!
    Diretide comeback! Diretide comeback!
    Diretide comeback! Diretide comeback!
    Diretide comeback! Diretide comeback!
  4. CountCocofang
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    This is a terrific game and easily the best MOBA game out there and all for the grand cost of $0. It has a significant learning curve but this contributes to the overall rewarding experience and re-playability. Well worth installing and giving a try.
  5. DavaiNoTHH
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    DIRETIDE WAS GIVEN !!!

    NOW WE GIVE THE RATING BACK VALVE U ROCK

    .., no caps
    DIRETIDE WAS GIVEN !!!

    NOW WE GIVE THE RATING BACK VALVE U ROCK
    DIRETIDE WAS GIVEN !!!

    NOW WE GIVE THE RATING BACK VALVE U ROCK
    DIRETIDE WAS GIVEN !!!

    NOW WE GIVE THE RATING BACK VALVE U ROCK
  6. dooog
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
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  7. honestreviewer1
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Solid 10, best game I've ever played. Hard at the start but really worth it and rewarding. Freest game of all time, no need to spend money, but you should just to thank Valve for being awesome.
  8. Luxora
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Dota 2 is an amazing game, managed by the amazing Volvo company. Volvo is so dedicated to providing quality gameplay mechanics to gamers, then it might have let the gamers sit with a dirty diaper for a bit to long. Naturally, the gamers get rashes and begin to act rash. Mother Volvo, however, is always a loving provider. When its community cries, Volvo gives it its bottle. When theDota 2 is an amazing game, managed by the amazing Volvo company. Volvo is so dedicated to providing quality gameplay mechanics to gamers, then it might have let the gamers sit with a dirty diaper for a bit to long. Naturally, the gamers get rashes and begin to act rash. Mother Volvo, however, is always a loving provider. When its community cries, Volvo gives it its bottle. When the community itself, Volvo will clean up the mess and give candy.... and Diretide.

    (づ｡◕‿‿◕｡)づ THANKS VOLVO

    (づ｡◕‿◕｡)づ Thanks VOLVO    … Expand
  9. RaveAramashi
    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
  10. R4G3D
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Volvo is giving Diretide.

    Despite the player base being insanely childish over a little event Valve has decided to hold the event late. This was pretty ridiculous.
  11. snowg
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    DIRETIDE GIVEN༼ DIRETIDE GIVEN༼ DIRETIDE GIVEN༼ DIRETIDE GIVEN༼ DIRETIDE GIVEN༼ DIRETIDE GIVEN༼ DIRETIDE GIVEN༼ DIRETIDE GIVEN༼ DIRETIDE GIVEN༼ DIRETIDE GIVEN༼ DIRETIDE GIVEN༼ DIRETIDE GIVEN༼
  12. AlucardSensei
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Best game ever, been playing it for years, and will be playing it for years to come. Hopefully its user score will again reflect how good it is, since the kids got their oh-so-desired item farming event.
  13. Nocif
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    I'm sorry valve here is the rating you deserved thanks for listening to the community
    I nearly cried when i saw your announcement hope this next update will worth the weight haha
  14. soprof
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Totally worth 10 years I've spend on it.

    This game will show everything: how smart you are, how well you learn, how fast you react, how well can you communicate. Playing it is ~50 times harder than doing an average job, and ~500 times harder than learning how to drive a car.
  15. nebulae
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    In light of recent events: Diretide given. Looking forward to the updates.
    Overall review: very nostalgic game, true to the original game. This game has ported most of the heroes from the original Defense of the Ancients and has polished the game well.
  16. andrxd
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVETHANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10 THANKS VALVE 10/10… Expand
  17. AshenHorseman
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Great game. Don't believe the user score on this one, this game is defiantly worth your time to learn and play it. The game is still being updated fairly regularly by Valve adding content that players need.
  18. Xiangflutist
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Awesome game, the best moba ever. Despite having a rather steep learning curve but once u got the hang on it, its insanely addictive. A great game to play with your friends and definitely should not be missed..Also thanks Valve fr interacting with the community
  19. dabukalam
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
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  20. cbkg11
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game.
  21. Shockscar
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    THE best F2P game that I have ever played. Each game is different and exciting. No other MOBA provides the same experience as Dota 2 does; Dota 2 may be harder to learn and play than other games like LoL, but once you get into it you will love it. Ignore the ragers, haters, and trolls. If you have not played this game, you should definitely try it!
  22. Loadingdread
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Dota 2 is a great game with a strong community, active development and varied and deep gameplay. It's just a pity that their fans act like a bunch of little girls whenever they don't get their way.
  23. SapphireEclipse
    Nov 8, 2013
    6
    Dota 2 is certainly a very interesting game for it's genre, with the major attraction being that you get pretty much all of the content up-front, free of charge.

    Whilst you may purchase an advantage in earning points for your in-game profile via the use of 'Battle Point Boosters', this cannot be looked at as a form of 'pay to win', as all the points do is increase your level. Increasing    Dota 2 is certainly a very interesting game for it's genre, with the major attraction being that you get pretty much all of the content up-front, free of charge.

    Whilst you may purchase an advantage in earning points for your in-game profile via the use of 'Battle Point Boosters', this cannot be looked at as a form of 'pay to win', as all the points do is increase your level. Increasing your profile level gives you both a random item and the ability to find even rarer items (Not to mention the bragging rights that come with such.), It should be noted that no item in Dota 2 gives you an advantage, or disadvantage during actual game-play. This makes it one of the more worth-while free to play games out there.

    On the other hand, Dota 2 has a very steep learning curve, and some may be turned away from the challenge of learning how to play. The genre of this game itself is a very small one, and this has led to a lot of confused newbies to the game. A tutorial was added into the game to help the player learn, but doesn't necessarily go into enough detail for some.

    To sum it up, Dota 2 is a free to play game that manages to steer clear of the ever-dreaded 'pay to win' issue we quite often come across in other free games. However, the game comes with a very steep learning curve that requires you to really get into the game and learn in your own way through trial and error.

    Dota 2 receives a 6/10 from me. It's not bad for a free to play game, but it's not the shiniest penny out there, either.    … Expand
  24. WheezyMatt
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game. Best game.
  25. kylepierce11
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
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  26. renan2007bra
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Why is DotA 2 so awesome:

    • Amazing graphics. • One of (If not the) best f2p system I have ever seen. Basically, you can get almost everything for free by dropping at the end of the game or when you level up. Also all the buyable (or droppable) itens era just cosmetic. They don't give you any advantage compared to other people. • Over 100 different heroes with different skills,    Why is DotA 2 so awesome:

    • Amazing graphics.

    • One of (If not the) best f2p system I have ever seen. Basically, you can get almost everything for free by dropping at the end of the game or when you level up. Also all the buyable (or droppable) itens era just cosmetic. They don't give you any advantage compared to other people.

    • Over 100 different heroes with different skills, making each game unique.

    • WE HAVE DIRETIDE!!    … Expand
  27. aussiegolfer
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    If Valve actually hired a community manager, this game would be an 11/10. For now, though, 10/10 is all I can give it. For people who seem hell bent on comparing it to League of Legends, you need some better comparisons.
  28. Shmockenknocker
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Not only is this game amazing, addicting, and free, but did I mention it's also amazing, addicting, and free? The variety of heroes over a hundred means every game is entirely different. From where you can lane 'em, how you build 'em, your skills and item choices, there is almost an infinite amount possibilities. Second, this game is addicting. I only have around 500 hours in and...Not only is this game amazing, addicting, and free, but did I mention it's also amazing, addicting, and free? The variety of heroes over a hundred means every game is entirely different. From where you can lane 'em, how you build 'em, your skills and item choices, there is almost an infinite amount possibilities. Second, this game is addicting. I only have around 500 hours in and... yeah. 500 hours. And i'm probably in the middle'ish. And I'm still learning but that's ok! Valve's matchmaking really does a stellar job of (most of the time) matching you with other players of a somewhat similar skill level. 500 hours is a lot, but... it's also not. And I expect to put in 5,000 more. Also, did I mention it's free? And not free like, "Hey, here's a demo version!" or even free like "Yeah, you can play some, but give us money to buy more characters or powerups!" I mean like,actually, totally free. The only things that money will buy you is cosmetics (cosmetics which also drop randomly at the end of almost every game.) So think of the money I've saved putting 500 hours into a free game, instead of spending $5-$60 per 50 hour game? yeah, DO THE MATH!

    Worth.

    10/10 would f2p again!    … Expand
  29. barro32
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Probably the best game I've every played. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a competitive multilayer experience. There's so much depth you will never tire of it and regular updates and new heroes keep it fresh and balanced. If I could play one game (already released) for the rest of my life Dota 2 would probably be it!
  30. DotElias
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    thanks volvo for listening to the community :D
    hope you do better on the future heres your deserved score!
    The game is great and have pink unicorns like we ever wished!
  31. Dermil
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Dota 2 is literally game of the year. I can't even describe how much this game is game of the year. The ability to gamble with in-game items is pretty tops.
  32. Sidekick92
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Been playing this game and its earlier version all my life it seems. Never gets old and always entertaining and feels awesome after every game, sometimes even after losing. Dota!
  33. Knurlhelm
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    This game is the best game on the MOBAS genre, it's really complex but it's worth the time, and I'm saying this as someone with 2400 hrs ingame (without counting wc3 dota, tried other mobas as LoL and HoN, but they are just not the same)
  34. dongjie
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Volvo apologised for Diretide! Aleiv Gaem Aleiv Gaem Aleiv Gaem Aleiv Gaem Aleiv Gaem Aleiv Gaem Aleiv Gaem Aleiv Gaem Aleiv Gaem Aleiv Gaem Aleiv Gaem
  35. maresia0
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Mistakes were forgiven. Mistakes were forgiven.Mistakes were forgiven.Mistakes were forgiven.Mistakes were forgiven.Mistakes were forgiven.Mistakes were forgiven.Mistakes were forgiven.Mistakes were forgiven.Mistakes were forgiven.Mistakes were forgiven.Mistakes were forgiven.
  36. AlLuminum
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    This game should be 10/10 if not for some 'tards who got upset for not receiving a Halloween event.

    Well, Valve will give Diretide, so it's time for the community to fix this
  37. kopekope
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    My favourite game over the last... 6 years or so. Played 6000+ matches.
    Excellent job on fast reaction to lack of Diretide community feedback. Eager to see new update. Thumbs up Valve!
  38. mc10
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Dota 2 is clearly the best MOBA in its league. As a true free-to-play game (unlike League of Legends), Dota 2 rewards dedication with stunning and captivating gameplay and teamwork. Valve continues to be one of the best game-developing companies.
  39. dod1278
    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
    and we have diretide now, tks valve
  40. Miokovic
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Great game with a helpful community. Can't stop playing it. It is an adaptation from a wc3 mod. If you play League of Legends or any other MOBA you must try it.
  41. aversnv
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Its a very good game. I started playing since the beta about 1 and a half year ago. Its true that its hard to master the game but Its very interesting and fun to master each hero. As you get to learn that each character is situational and not the same. I have become addicted to it and i find it as my favorite Action RTS.
  42. Moonknight07
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    The game so wondeful...I play Dota 2 first year,but that time has not stopped me feel this game. Compared with the first part of this bunker is much better. The only drawback-out is not all heroes.
  43. linuske
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Best online game ever, after DotA All-Stars from Warcraft 3. It deserves his 10/10 easily.
    So many great mechanics, so many great heroes. Best gameplay, best teamplay-game. Please give a 10/10 to Volvo.
  44. nga911
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Its a very good game from Based Valve. one of the best games out there.

    Get this back to 10/10 back yo! Get this back to 10/10 back yo! Get this back to 10/10 back yo!
  45. carlos22ihs
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Im giving this review not just cause of diretide but because i have not written a review for this game since i got it. this is hands down my favorite game of all. at first i didnt think id get into it but now im to the point that im a constant supporter of the community by buying items and such over 200 dollars worth. I love this game a 10 out of 10
  46. Jirachii
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Exceptional game with an unexceptional community. Great gameplay, massive range of heros, endless fun... Big update w/ diretide on its way, do we deserve it? You be the judge.
  47. ph33rm3
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Never been so addicted to a game before! Weekly updates, balanced, and a economy if you like to trade. Basically this game has everything you can ask for in a Moba.
  48. MASYANA
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Better game ever.
    When I started, I played very badly, well, many years later, I began to play very well, now I'm playing very well, and can say that it is a merit DOTA 2 because it has become much easier and more intuitive
  49. adithya92
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    One of the best games ever!! Ignore the negative reviews everyone, its just douches who think its funny to reduce the score for no good reason. It's hard to think of anything I don't like about this game, I just love it so much
  50. neagrosk
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    The community may have it's flaws, but the game is solid and the developers are committed to making the best game experience possible for the players. They may have messed up with the 2013 Halloween event but they quickly and decisively made things right.
  51. sccroder
    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
  52. Lambosaurus
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Great game about teamwork and strategy, on the micro and macro scale. Each match is a unique experience, and there is always more to learn. Gameplay is fast paced, and unforgiving, which is exactly how i like it.
  53. reallywat
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Don't be discouraged of those negative ratings. 90 of them was created in 2-3 days by colaborated people raging. Everyone who wants to try this game should try it. It's addicting, very deep, hard to learn but it is very rewarding i've played dota on and off for about 8 years, and you just can't stop playing it for a long time. There is so much possibilities in this game thatDon't be discouraged of those negative ratings. 90 of them was created in 2-3 days by colaborated people raging. Everyone who wants to try this game should try it. It's addicting, very deep, hard to learn but it is very rewarding i've played dota on and off for about 8 years, and you just can't stop playing it for a long time. There is so much possibilities in this game that statistically you will never have a 2 exactly same games. Thats you just can't leave this game it's always fresh, there is always something to do, things to try and add to that the game itself is always changing new heroes, new items, old ones redone and etc. and etc. I could go on and on about this game, but main thing is just try it you will not be dissappointed.… Expand
  54. adilet
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Thank you Valve. Diretide 2013 coming! Thank you Valve and thank you for dota! I Diretide! Diretide! Diretide! Diretide! Diretide! Diretide! Diretide!
  55. shadowflood
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Dota 2 is one of my favorite games and honestly one with the most potential to grow. Valve has been great with keeping up guessing what will come next. It is free to play but gives a far more polished game than most $60 games. There is no play to win and each game revolves around the team skill, not the individual. Dota 2 is about how well a team works together, each game is a littleDota 2 is one of my favorite games and honestly one with the most potential to grow. Valve has been great with keeping up guessing what will come next. It is free to play but gives a far more polished game than most $60 games. There is no play to win and each game revolves around the team skill, not the individual. Dota 2 is about how well a team works together, each game is a little different watching teams come together, or crumble under the pressure.… Expand
  56. gigamanr
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    I really like this game i think it should have 10/10 bananas because it has many prospects like a gold mine in chile that collapsed. this game has many stuffs in it that make it wonderous and has stupendous teams making it that have many good ideas that really accentuate the thirst for blood that bloodseeker has. really just 10/10 bananas
  57. Thegrinreaper
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    I would recommend reading every negative review out there. All the negatives were due to some 13 yr olds raging over the lack of a halloween event.

    DotA is a complex game with a lot of competitiveness best played with friends. It has a steep learning curve, but once you are hooked there is no looking back. Also, its free and microtransactions apply only to COSMETICS (no ingame benefits    I would recommend reading every negative review out there. All the negatives were due to some 13 yr olds raging over the lack of a halloween event.

    DotA is a complex game with a lot of competitiveness best played with friends. It has a steep learning curve, but once you are hooked there is no looking back.
    Also, its free and microtransactions apply only to COSMETICS (no ingame benefits of money)

    Undoubtedly the most rewarding game out there once you get the hang of it.
    Also, for LOL players. DotA is different, more complex and much much more balanced than LOL.
    Don't pass judgement based 5-10 days of gaming experience. Play it online for 2-3 months, then come back and give your opinions.    … Expand
  58. squotro
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    Really entertaining game and valve are doing a great job expanding it, apart from that mistake they made with diretide. Anyways, they aplogised so it's all good now.
  59. nokistrawby
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    really one of the best games ever made, full of details and it don't even make you bored of it after 1500 hours of playing, the heroes are perfectly calibrated and even the lores are really funny to read, just to find how how each hero interacts with the others, it is the best moba ever created, also because it isn't a pay-to-win game as other mobas are, thanks Valve
  60. KoumanCZ
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    I just wanted to fix the rating of this game because many players did negative rewievs because of diretide. And I think that game deserves more better score
  61. jamesswafford
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    This is an excellent game. Even though it is free to play I've put more hours into it than any game I've ever owned. There is a very steep learning curve, but it's well worth the investment. Over 100 unique heroes and an active developer that listens to the community, DOTA 2 is AAA MOBA title with a bright future.
  62. JeremyGhoulie
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Incredible game.

    Challenging, fun, social and engaging in ways you didn't know games could be. Playing this game will make you so passionate and hopeful for everything to do with the game. This includes extreme anticipation and excitement for new heroes, new items, new modes, new updates, competitive teams, tournaments and events. Dota 2 brings out something in its fan base that    Incredible game.

    Challenging, fun, social and engaging in ways you didn't know games could be.

    Playing this game will make you so passionate and hopeful for everything to do with the game. This includes extreme anticipation and excitement for new heroes, new items, new modes, new updates, competitive teams, tournaments and events.

    Dota 2 brings out something in its fan base that is hard to recreate in any other game.    … Expand
  63. raziel024
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Free to play game that requires teamwork and patience
    can get a little frustrating at time but those things will help you become more level-headed in the future
    good community
  64. MrMoose
    Nov 9, 2013
    9
    This game is great, victory is a hard way and becoming better is even harder but when you master a hero, or understand a great mechanic or do a great amazing comeback, you feel success and pride. The graphics are stylized very well and look good, the sound design is masterful. Only problems are: Too much hats from valve, the lack of communication from valve(which caused the diretideThis game is great, victory is a hard way and becoming better is even harder but when you master a hero, or understand a great mechanic or do a great amazing comeback, you feel success and pride. The graphics are stylized very well and look good, the sound design is masterful. Only problems are: Too much hats from valve, the lack of communication from valve(which caused the diretide crisis), sometimes poisonous community, and a somewhat broken matchmaking.… Expand
  65. Lavrence
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Just making the score what it should be.Just making the score what it should be.Just making the score what it should be.Just making the score what it should be.
  66. Retreat
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Great game, always evolving, changing and improving. Has high skill cap and is really challenging to get there. Really demands time and effort, but pays off if you manage to do what you wanted.
  67. Tjiisus
    Nov 10, 2013
    10
    This game requires so much time to learn. Yet, when you play the game and and you are on the process of learning, there's nothing better. So rewarding game with a great community!
  68. yperanwolwn13
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    yyy diretide. Ty Volvo best gaem ever. Devs reband. The One and only True HardCore Moba game. Options/choices do matter team play and skillz leads you to win. 5vs5 pvp with live tactics style. 136 unique heroes to choose. Divided to support carry initiator. assemble wisely and start the matchmaking. Weekly content available. Visual improvements (hats) with no gaining power. so they are notyyy diretide. Ty Volvo best gaem ever. Devs reband. The One and only True HardCore Moba game. Options/choices do matter team play and skillz leads you to win. 5vs5 pvp with live tactics style. 136 unique heroes to choose. Divided to support carry initiator. assemble wisely and start the matchmaking. Weekly content available. Visual improvements (hats) with no gaining power. so they are not mandatory, only for fun and personal style. World wide servers so you can play with anyone and everywhere. Not only that but u have Mac or linux? Fear not the cross-system matches you even with the Windows users. Exiting moments awaits you. Hard to learn. Even harder to master. The only way these games supposed to be.… Expand
  69. V_GaMeR
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Rating up to what it should be before diretide silenceRating up to what it should be before diretide silenceRating up to what it should be before diretide silenceRating up to what it should be before diretide silenceRating up to what it should be before diretide silence
  70. StarkOrange
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    While this game is not for everyone, it succeeds with everything it wants to do. If you're looking for a deep, competitive team game there is simply nothing better than Dota 2.
  71. HansSarpei
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Dota is a great, strategically diverse game with a big reliance on teamwork. It contains original, diverse heroes with many different play styles. Different game modes (from the competitive captains mode and Team Matchmaking to all-out fun like all random or mid only) promote you to try different things and have fun.
    The game is only maximum fun when you play with people you know, so    Dota is a great, strategically diverse game with a big reliance on teamwork. It contains original, diverse heroes with many different play styles. Different game modes (from the competitive captains mode and Team Matchmaking to all-out fun like all random or mid only) promote you to try different things and have fun.
    The game is only maximum fun when you play with people you know, so bring your friends and have an awesome time!     … Expand
  72. junmosama
    Nov 9, 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.
  73. Oranje183
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    We need to balance things out so here is my score. DotA 2 is an amazing game with a depth that most games can't even dream of. I hope I have enough character now.
  74. matheusc
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    The game is incredibly complex and polished, it improved A LOT since the beta and it's still surprising everybody with all the improvements.
    And Valve is really doing a great job with the game in general and also with the communication with the players.
    I really recommend the game for everybody.
  75. Wtvr
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    The game is incredibly complex and polished, it improved A LOT since the beta and it's still surprising everybody with all the improvements.
    And Valve is really doing a great job with the game in general and also with the communication with the players.
    I really recommend the game for everybody.
  76. inf3st
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Dota is a great, strategically diverse game with a big reliance on teamwork. It contains original, diverse heroes with many different play styles. Different game modes (from the competitive captains mode and Team Matchmaking to all-out fun like all random or mid only) promote you to try different things and have fun.
    The game is only maximum fun when you play with people you know, so    Dota is a great, strategically diverse game with a big reliance on teamwork. It contains original, diverse heroes with many different play styles. Different game modes (from the competitive captains mode and Team Matchmaking to all-out fun like all random or mid only) promote you to try different things and have fun.
    The game is only maximum fun when you play with people you know, so bring your friends and have an awesome time!    … Expand
  77. 2602
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    I love this game. It has an interesting competitive scene where 90% of the heroes are deemed viable by the pros with tournaments constantly going on. Every game is also interesting and never the same, even with Cancer Lancer or Furion.
  78. c6splash
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Great&honest devs. Great game. Certainly better than any other MOBA available. Diretide given as well. 150 words limit. 150 words limit. 150 words limit.
  79. caseybar
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    DOTA has marked the life of millions of persons. Valve and IceFrog has made sure DOTA 2 will be making the same for next decade. An extraordinary formula and a extraordinary work around it. With zero cost to play and one of the highest skill ceilings of any game I've ever encountered, Dota 2 is a modern multiplayer masterpiece.
  80. Syzygyy
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Excellent game, with much more sophisticated mechanics than LoL. It is very unforgiving and requires lots of effort to master it sufficiently enough to know what needs to be done (doing it is even harder).
  81. hacuri
    Nov 9, 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.
  82. Alibi123
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Best free to play game in a true sense. There's no need to buy new heroes, no Pay-to-win issue at all. The game is absolutely fantastic especially after Valve has been putting focus on server stability, balance and the most importantly, community. ggwp
  83. rexan
    Nov 9, 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.
  84. Charmax
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    This game has improved tenfold since I started playing it, constant updates from Valve and content from Valve separate this game from the rest!
    Outstanding, spent days of my life on this game and plan to spend months more.
    10/10
  85. EWN
    Nov 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
  86. Half04
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Simply put: this is the best multiplayer game ever made. Every other remark would be details. What I could add would be the fact that there is a pretty steep learning curve, but that only makes the game better when you're used to it: it is immensely rich.
    Since I first downloaded it, I haven't stopped liking it for a minute. It's been like 2 years, and my love for it keeps growing. It is    Simply put: this is the best multiplayer game ever made. Every other remark would be details. What I could add would be the fact that there is a pretty steep learning curve, but that only makes the game better when you're used to it: it is immensely rich.
    Since I first downloaded it, I haven't stopped liking it for a minute. It's been like 2 years, and my love for it keeps growing. It is perfection.    … Expand
  87. Patters
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Dota 2 is an incredible game, as I've grown older I have played less and less single player games. I now game as a social or competitive experience. Dota 2 has me covered. I've now put in just shy of 1000 hours (I will likely break this today) and I doubt I will stop any time soon.

    The game is unforgiving and confusing, which is uncommon in modern games. Once you have gotten over this    Dota 2 is an incredible game, as I've grown older I have played less and less single player games. I now game as a social or competitive experience. Dota 2 has me covered. I've now put in just shy of 1000 hours (I will likely break this today) and I doubt I will stop any time soon.

    The game is unforgiving and confusing, which is uncommon in modern games. Once you have gotten over this hump you will love this game. The community has a bad reputation, perhaps deserved, but so does every competitive game.

    Dota has become my go to game above StarCraft, Halo, Street Fighter, and anything else. Try it out!    … Expand
  88. Crytash
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    This is the one game, that brought this whole genre to live. The alpha and the Omega you might say. Not only did Valve actually make the same game with better graphics, they also employed the man, who actually formed Dota to the game it is today in icefrog.

    Also we got Diretide now
  89. Ubbernot
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    I've played most if not all MOBA's/ARTs/DotaLikes... whatever you call them, but I will not do comparisons. In short, Dota 2 is nothing short of brilliance (The score is 9, but idiots bombed the site so...)

    While the learning curve may seem impossible, if you tick with it. it's bar-none the best team-game currently available. Valves attention to detail shines more so than ever before.    I've played most if not all MOBA's/ARTs/DotaLikes... whatever you call them, but I will not do comparisons. In short, Dota 2 is nothing short of brilliance (The score is 9, but idiots bombed the site so...)

    While the learning curve may seem impossible, if you tick with it. it's bar-none the best team-game currently available. Valves attention to detail shines more so than ever before. From the unique interesting designs, to interactions based on lore between the heros, from great support to an absolutely true free-to-play game model.

    For people familiar with the genre The game is exceptionally balanced. Seemingly every hero is Overpowered and not a single one feels useless. There are only very -very- few abilities that actually overlap, with pretty much all abilities spread between the 100+ all feeling unique and interest.

    From it's gameplay, to it's sound design, heck even to it's visual design (if the quality of added cosmetics doesn't degrade) the game impresses on all fronts. And it being free to play, you owe yourself atleast a shot at it. Preferably with a few friends.    … Expand
  90. DarkAssassin80
    Nov 9, 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 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!… Expand
  91. andrix
    Nov 9, 2013
    9
    Free, polished gameplay, thriving esports scene, dedicated developer, enthusiastic community. Win all round. High barrier to entry but definitely worth it.
  92. doomfish
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    A great game with a caring development team. It's hard to learn, but fun while at it.
    It got near endless depth and is incredibly rich when it comes to fun through gameplay.
    Bring some time, a friend and the will to win and you won't be disappointed.
    Some fighting spirit is recommended.
  93. mjsime
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Great game, Valve did a good one snatching the second DoTA from Blizz. Much more interesting than any other "Action RTS" out nowadays with its complicated hero and item combinations, complex overall ingame and 100% better than League, it's disabled cousin.
  94. grand00
    Nov 9, 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. Its like comparing COD and Battlefield, they are so different that connot be compared. (noThis 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. 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!… Expand
  95. Thunderchunkie
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    The game really doesn't deserve this low of a user score, I wouldn't say a it is a 10 either because there are still many kinks to be ironed out, but this score has to be fixed.
  96. Quacking
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Great game. I just want to try to fix the Metascore actually so... I hope things like this kind of war won't happen again, it's kinda childish actually.
  97. Waydenn
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    This game has amazing visual and sound design, great esports scene and spectator support, infinite amounts of depth and the best free to play model out there.
  98. j2corp
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Excellent game, with much more sophisticated mechanics than LoL. It is very unforgiving and requires lots of effort to master it sufficiently enough to know what needs to be done (doing it is even harder). Dota 2 is so good, that I will focus on negatives Unfortunately there are some and three of them I consider major issue. First match making I think it has improved, but it is stillExcellent game, with much more sophisticated mechanics than LoL. It is very unforgiving and requires lots of effort to master it sufficiently enough to know what needs to be done (doing it is even harder). Dota 2 is so good, that I will focus on negatives Unfortunately there are some and three of them I consider major issue. First match making I think it has improved, but it is still source of annoyance
    Second no single player ladder
    Third lots of misbehaving players (I have to confess, that I do use offensive language sometimes too)

    Despite that shortcomings Dota 2 offers intensive and diverse experience. After several months of playing it I still enjoy it (not as much as at the beginning but still enough to play it very often).
    I strongly recommend it.    … Expand
  99. joker2kill
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Information! Communication! Diretide! Thanks volvo! There's no need to buy new heroes, no Pay-to-win issue at all. The game is absolutely fantastic especially after Valve has been putting focus on server stability, balance and the most importantly, community.
  100. omiyage
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    A worthy sucessor for dota 1. And just as TF2 was the most fun you could have online a couple of years ago, DOTA 2 is the best moba out there without a doubt.
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#5 Best PC Game of 2013
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#1 Most Discussed PC Game of 2013
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#5 Most Shared PC Game of 2013

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90

Universal acclaim - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 33
  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. Polygon
    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.
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  2. GameOver.gr
    Feb 19, 2014
    95
    Simply irresistible and addictive as hell.
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  3. Games Master UK
    Sep 1, 2013
    90
    Unforgiving from the get-go, but a landmark in competitive multiplayer design. [Oct 2013, p.68]
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