Dota 2 Esports World Cup 2026: Schedule, Teams, and Prize Pool
The Dota 2 Esports World Cup 2026 runs July 7-19 in Paris. See the full schedule, competing teams, and the $2 million prize pool breakdown.
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Dota 2 Dark Carnival Event: Everything You Need to Know
The Dota 2 Dark Carnival event is live, featuring a new story campaign, hero personas, and rewards. Here is how to navigate the Ringmaster’s train.
Dota 2's Axe Returns as a Mechanical Construct Amid 'Dark Carnival' Tease
Axe has returned to the Dota 2 roster as a mechanical construct, replacing his signature weapon with a hammer. Is this the start of the Dark Carnival event?
Valve Teases New Dota 2 Event via 'Dark Carnival' Code Strings
Dataminers have uncovered references to a new Dota 2 event titled Dark Carnival, prompting a playful, direct response from Valve in the game's latest files.
Microsoft OpenAI Dota 2 Partnership Details Revealed in 2026 Leak
New 2026 documents reveal how Microsoft funded OpenAI's Dota 2 research through massive Azure discounts and internal executive debates over AI strategy.
Valve Will Contest New York Attorney General Lawsuit Over Loot Boxes in 2026
Valve is officially contesting a lawsuit from the New York Attorney General regarding loot box mechanics in PC games like Counter-Strike 2 and Dota 2.
Attorney General Sues Valve: Lawsuit Details & Impact Analysis
By Larson Bin Joy • Senior Writer, In Game News Verified Analysis Published: Feb 25, 2026 Platform: PC Gaming | Status: Official News Valve faces a major lawsuit as the Attorney General targets loot-box gambling in Counter-Strike, Team Fortress 2, and Dota 2. Get the latest legal news. **A Major Legal
Insania: The Captain Defining Team Liquid's Dota 2 Era
Last Updated: November 7, 2025 In the volatile and ever-shifting world of professional Dota 2, few figures represent consistency and leadership quite like Aydin “Insania” Sarkohi. As the long-standing captain and position 5 support for Team Liquid, Insania has carved out a legacy not just through victories, but through
Gabe Newell Plays Dota 2 & Gets Flamed: Valve's Co-Founder Daily
Last Updated: October 12, 2025 Hey gamers! Ever had a truly awful Dota 2 game? You know, the kind where you’re blaming your teammates, the internet, and maybe even the cosmic alignment of the planets? Well, get this – even Gabe Newell, the co-founder and head honcho at Valve, experiences the same frustration! It’s a wi