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Dota 2

Dota 2

Valve · July 9, 2013 · Free to Play, MOBA, Multiplayer, Strategy, eSports

Dota 2 is free to play — no purchase needed. We track it so you know if that ever changes.

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PC
Very Positive80% · 2,795,414 📈 Making a comeback 88%90Metacritic412,357playing now
Best price
Free
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Dota 2 price

Dota 2 is free to play — there is no purchase price, on Steam or anywhere else we track. We keep watching it, so if it ever stops being free the price history on this page will show when that happened and what it changed to.

About Dota 2

Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.

Dota 2 — game info

Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux / SteamOS
Steam Deck
Playable
Player modes
Co-op
PC Game Pass
Not included
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Dota 2 in the rankings

What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

Recommended Oct 11, 2026
Yes yes yes
Recommended Oct 11, 2026
good
Recommended Oct 11, 2026
This Game is The Best In SHC. Parol !
Recommended Oct 11, 2026
I've been molested by dota, but I come back each time. Its a fun game especially after a few drinks. keep your chin up and you'll have a good time.
Recommended Oct 11, 2026
ok
Recommended Oct 11, 2026
Simply the best game ever

Patch notes & news

Latest updates from Steam.

Community Announcements · krAnk0r Aug 27, 2026

The International 2026 Grand Champions

Team Spirit won The International 2026, defeating their opponent 3-2 in a five-game Grand Finals in Shanghai.

Community Announcements · krAnk0r Aug 19, 2026

The International Main Event

Eight teams advance to the playoff stage of the Dota 2 international tournament after group stage competition concludes.

Community Announcements · kyled Jul 30, 2026

Gameplay Patch 7.41e and Summer Scrub

The International event update adds predictions, fantasy, supporter bundles, and competitive challenges with rewards including new Immortals and terrain unlocks.

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