Author: zlosterr
zlosterr
Zlosterr is a dedicated video game and esports enthusiast. After competing in semi-professional Counter-Strike for several years, he broadened his focus to other games like Dota 2, World of Warcraft, League of Legends, and Valorant. Now, he shares his extensive experience by covering esports through news articles, guides, event breakdowns, and more
With just a few weeks until the start of The International 11, every Dota 2 fan is eager to see the best teams in action. PSG.LGD, OG, Team Spirit, and a few other names are among the heavy favorites to win the event. However, this doesnât mean they’ll achieve that goal. As previous TIs have proven â anything is possible.Since the underdogs have won TI a couple of times, weâve decided to give you a list of the teams most people donât expect to do much on the main stage. We’re yet to see whether they will fail to impress…
After waiting for several months, it is finally time to focus on the most important Dota 2 event of the year. The best teams in the world will gather in Singapore and compete for a life-changing prize pool. We already know most participants’ names, but two slots still have to be decided.Following the regional qualifiers, the best teams from each region secured a slot for the event. However, those who finish second and third have another chance to qualify for the most prestigious Dota 2 tournament of the year. Sadly, it won’t be easy because they have to play against…
Now that all of the Regional Qualifiers for The International 11 are over, it is time to take a step back and see which teams will attend Dota 2âs most prestigious event. Weâve already discussed the teams that received a direct invitation, but now, it is time to check those that made it through the deadly qualifiers.Before we do that, itâs important to point out that there are two remaining slots at The International 11. They will be determined by the Last Chance Qualifier that will take place just before the event starts. Every team that finished second and third…
Just like that, the PGL Arlington Major 2022 ended after ten days of non-stop action. Following the Group Stage and the Playoffs, we finally have our winner – PSG.LGD. It was not easy, but the Chinese proved once again that they were the best in the world.The end of the second Major of 2021/2022 DPC means that The International is getting closer. As you probably know, one of esports biggest events will take place in Singapore from 15 October to 30 October. This will be the first The International in Asia, and it’s set to be amazing with 20 of…
Every experienced Dota 2 player knows that The International is the year’s most important event. They know that the Battle Pass allows players to contribute to the tournamentâs prize pool. This explains why The International often has some of the largest prize pools in the world.Although most of you know TI and everything it represents, some of our readers are new to the game. Unsurprisingly, they donât know much about the competition, other than the fact that it has a massive prize. Thatâs why we will look at everything you should know about Dota 2 The International.So, what is The…
ESL One Stockholm 2022 will be the first Major of the new DPC, and it will take place in Hovet Arena, Sweden. Starting from May 12th, 14 world-class teams from Eastern Europe, Western Europe, Southeast Asia, North America, and South America will go head to head. Even though we wonât see the best names from China, there are more than enough top tier teams in attendance.Speaking of teams, each squad consists of five players, but only one of them takes the mid role. Although every position in Dota 2 is important, the mid lane is often the most interesting to…
The PGL Arlington Major 2022 is the second Major of this DPC and the most important one. The worldâs best teams have gathered in the U.S. to fight for a $500K USD prize pool and loads of DPC points. And it’s DPC points teams need to get a ticket for The International 11, the most significant event in Dota 2.Although we have almost one week left until the end of the tournament, the Group Stage is finally over. The 17 participating teams were divided into two groups. The latter provided us with non-stop action for five days straight, so it…
North America will always remain one of the most astonishing regions to watch for Dota 2 fans. Though the region hasnât won any big events lately, a couple of teams still stand out this season. This DPC gives NAâs Division I only two slots for the Major. As a result, teams have to give everything they have if they want to go there.The first five weeks in North Americaâs DPC were exciting; we had the chance to watch a lot of epic series. Following them, Evil Geniuses, nouns, and Quincy Crew remain the three teams that will fight for two…
Tour 3 of this DPC has already begun in a couple of regions. The action started in WEU, China, and NA, but we are yet to see the other regions in action. One of them is Southeast Asia, which is set to start on June 7.SEA is one of the regions that is always fun to watch. Although there were times when the top teams couldnât compete with the best in EU, NA, and China, this is no longer the case. Teams like BOOM Esports, T1, and Fnatic have proven themselves many times. The most recent one was during the…
We had the chance to watch yet another week of interesting matches, filled with tons of back-and-forth action. Since there are just a couple of games until Tour 3 comes to an end, every victory is crucial. After all, only two teams from Division I will head to the Major, which will also take place in the UK.Speaking of teams, the best in NA had to go against each other in yet another week full of epic matches. We had the chance to see several matches that were worth it, so letâs go through them.Quincy Crew defeated nounsThere were a…