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Polished, fun fantasy multiplayer game stands test of time.
Parents need to know that Dota 2 (or Defense of the Ancients 2) is a free-to-play multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game, available for download on Windows, Mac OS, and Linux-based computers. Players compete against each other in 5v5 fantasy combat to destroy the opposing sides base while defending their own
Theres a fair amount of violence in each match, with players and other characte
Some characters are shown smoking pipes and drinking various concoctions.
Some characters, particularly female ones, are shown in skimpy or non-existent c
Theres no profanity in the games dialogue, but the online team-based nature of
The game is free-to-play, and unlike other games in the genre, all heroes are av
The games structure encourages communication and teamwork between players.
While the gameplay is essentially point and click, there are a lot of intricacie
The game features a large cast of eclectic characters to play, each with its own
Parents need to know that Dota 2 (or Defense of the Ancients 2) is a free-to-play multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game, available for download on Windows, Mac OS, and Linux-based computers. Players compete against each other in 5v5 fantasy combat to destroy the opposing sides base while defending their own from attack. Violence is a steady occurrence, with characters fighting each other with a mix of fantasy weapons and magical abilities. While theres lots of combat, theres little graphic violence or blood. The games free-to-play, with its full roster of more than one hundred characters available to play from the onset, though players can spend money in-game to gain access to unique cosmetic skins and other add-ons. Parents should also be aware that, due to the games online and competitive nature, younger players could be exposed to offensive comments and profanity via in-game chat with other players.
Theres a fair amount of violence in each match, with players and other characters fighting against each other using fantasy weapons and magical spells. Killed players simply respawn after a short time at their teams base, while other defeated creatures simply fade from the battlefield with minimal bloodshed.
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Some characters are shown smoking pipes and drinking various concoctions.
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Some characters, particularly female ones, are shown in skimpy or non-existent clothing, though the games scale keeps most details from being noticeable outside of character portraits.
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Theres no profanity in the games dialogue, but the online team-based nature of the game requires regular communication with other real-world players. This could expose younger players to profanity and offensive comments during online chats.
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The game is free-to-play, and unlike other games in the genre, all heroes are available to play from the onset. Players can purchase cosmetic skins for the characters they like by the in-game shop.
The games structure encourages communication and teamwork between players.
While the gameplay is essentially point and click, there are a lot of intricacies involved in both character development and tactical gameplay. The game doesnt just rely on forethought and planning, but also adjusting strategies on the fly to take advantage of a teammates developed strength or an enemys sudden weakness.
The game features a large cast of eclectic characters to play, each with its own unique play style and lore. But in terms of gameplay, theres no sort of character development, and concepts like good and evil dont come into play when teaming up for matches.
If you feel that youre too happy in your life, I suggested Dota2 to adjust your balance in your life. This game could give you more than pain from when you lose. You could get the emotional damage from your allies and enemies team in the same time. As you guys as player yall would know how much toxic in this horrible game lol. But in the middle of this chaos you would know how to handle with it. Just calm down focus and intend in your game, then find the best way to win on your game. This game is not general m.o.b.a. game like ROV, LOL, HON or etc. Dota2 have much game mechanic more than the others. Thats mean you have to study and analyze the mechanic but therere not only mechanic. The geography, shadow, trees, passive/active item, draft, hero counter and patch are also include in this game. This quite a lot to study and hard to understand it all. But what I will tell you is If you want to play this game indeed, Just play and learn step by step and you will love this game. Just dont give up too early, you will grow up and get stronger. I started play this game about 1 year. At the first I could remember it well, I lose 19 matches in row and win in the match 20th with hero Ancient Apparition. When I already win the first match , This game so f–king fun, I want to be the pro-player. These are words that I talk with my friends lol. Its really fun when you played with your friends or acquaintance. I got nothing to say more here. But If you love this game, just played and be patient. In someday if you couldnt stand it anymore just get out and stop playing this game. Love yourself before you love this game.
after well over 3000 hours and 6+ years i can recomend, game will have always something new to offer, sometimes it can be really hard to understand it, and coumunity is extremly unforgiving. As new player u will get insulted sometimes, . However later on you will see and understand why other maybe just bit more experienced players were so angry at you, there are nice players so dont get scared just mute those toxic ones. If you just cant take this try to play it with friends, group of 5 can have really nice time plaiyng. As you get better you will be able to play more comlex characters for example: invoker, void spirit, storm spirit and ultimately meppo. Good luck, have fun.
The fantasy battle for dominance continues in DOTA 2, the free-to-play multiplayer online battle arena where two teams of five face off against each other and the environment for control of the landscape. With more than one hundred different characters to choose from, each with its own unique set of abilities and specific role to play, you must work together with your patchwork team of other heroes and develop key strategies in real-time. Your objective? To push forward and take control of your opponents Ancient, a base of operation and the source of immense magical power. Of course, your opponents have the same idea. Its a constant balance of offense and defense, of attacks and counter attacks, testing team strategy and skill in the heat of epic fantasy battle. Whose team will reign supreme and command the Ancients?
There are all kinds of competitive online games on the market, but one of the biggest genres is the multiplayer online battle arena, or MOBA, style. The first Dota (which stands for Defense of the Ancients) originally began as a mod for Blizzards WarCraft III and was one of major pioneers for the genre, but Dota 2 ditched the mod route in favor of a standalone game built from the ground up, improving on everything that came before. The result wound up being a highly polished, intricate strategy game that didnt just cement the foundation of the MOBA genre, but also managed to stand the test of time and continue to thrive even years after its release. While Dota 2 might have helped lay to groundwork for MOBA games, theres a lot in the game that makes it stand out from the crowd. Its got a massive roster of characters to choose from, over one hundred in total, and yet each one still manages to feel distinct from the others in ability, function, and presentation. Best of all, theres no restriction on who to play. Right from the start, all the heroes are unlocked, opening up a veritable buffet of options to play with.
The only real issue with the game is that its difficult to jump into as a newcomer, due to the established community. While its not nearly as toxic as some online games, there still seems to be an assumption that players have a certain level of experience already. And in the heat of a match, some players will occasionally lose their cool. Still, players can bypass this by grabbing some friends and learning the intricacies of the game playing against A.I. controlled bots and by trying out heroes in a testbed demo mode. It takes some time and practice to really understand the ins and outs of Dota 2, especially if youre unfamiliar with the MOBA genre, but its well worth the investment. Working with a good team and finding the right mix of players makes for a great online experience and an exhilarating rush thats hard to resist. And considering just how much players get without ever needing to spend a dime, Dota 2 makes for a near perfect way to get your feet wet before diving into the great big ocean of MOBA games out there.
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