Team Spirit launches its first Dota 2 academy to foster Eastern European talent, expanding its esports influence beyond CS2 and Mobile Legends. The academy features structured training, analytics support, and regular tournament participation to develop young athletes, continuing Team Spirit's successful talent pipeline strategy.

Dota 2's Arcana cosmetics showcase a rich history of unique, high-rarity skins that elevate hero aesthetics and abilities. From Io's Portal 2-inspired Arcana to Lina's flame-centric visuals, each release adds distinctive themes, with some only available via bundles.

Sneyking reflects on Falcons' emotional TI14 victory, highlighting the challenging finals and the importance of structured coaching and individual preparation under Aui_2000. He emphasizes player growth, team dynamics, and concerns over tournament formats, while celebrating the team's success and acknowledging areas for improvement in behavior and participation.

Yakult Brothers have revamped their Dota 2 roster by bringing back Jiang Tianming An as support, replacing Wilson Poloson Koch after a series of underwhelming tournament performances. The team aims to enhance their competitive edge at the upcoming PGL Wallachia Season 6 in Singapore, focusing on strategy and teamwork improvements.

StarLadder has announced ZOWIE as the official monitor partner for the Budapest Major 2025 CS2 tournament, ensuring top-notch visual performance with XL2586X+ monitors. The event, featuring 32 elite teams and a $1.25 million prize pool, runs from November 24 to December 14, 2025, and follows a successful collaboration between ZOWIE and StarLadder since the 2019 Berlin Major.

Yatoro highlights the competitive yet friendly rivalry with former teammates Mira and TORONTOTOKYO, emphasizing professional respect on the battlefield. Meanwhile, Panto's leadership and strategic communication are key to the team's dynamic, with Yatoro valuing current game understanding over experience in Dota strategy.

Team Spirit is launching its first Dota 2 academy roster, aiming to strengthen its competitive edge after an early exit at The International 2025. Led by coach Danil Gilev, the academy reflects the team's commitment to nurturing new talent, drawing from its rich Dota heritage.

Nigma Galaxy has signed Aybek “TA2000” Tokayev as their new carry, after benching Ghost post-The International 2025. Fans anticipated Miracle- but instead got TA2000, known for his high GPM record and synergy with former teammates.

DATA.BET and Entain NCE have partnered to enhance esports betting across the Baltics and Nordics, starting in Estonia. This collaboration introduces advanced betting tools and coverage for popular games.

Cy- has revitalized NAVI's Dota 2 team with a fresh strategic framework and focus on disciplined gameplay, improving their performance and communication. As they prepare for DreamLeague Season 27 with a Berlin bootcamp, NAVI aims to sharpen team synergy under Cy-'s structured methodology.

Witch Doctor leads the Turbo Dota 2 meta by excelling in teamfights with early ult upgrades and strong late-game talents, complemented by defensive items like Black King Bar. Meanwhile, S+ tier heroes like Vengeful Spirit and Spectre capitalize on Turbo's accelerated resources, underscoring the mode's emphasis on late-game scaling and strategic itemization.

The latest tier list for pub games prioritizes heroes like Witch Doctor, Disruptor, and Clockwerk for their teamfight prowess and control. Treant Protector is out of favor, while A-tier heroes like Warlock and Undying offer stable performance, crucial for uncoordinated play.

Nigma Galaxy has parted ways with their stand-in carry, Ghost, after a series of disappointing performances post-TI 2025. The team plans to announce a new carry soon as they prepare for PGL Wallachia Season 6.

Illidan, a seasoned Dota 2 veteran, has been appointed head coach of Yellow Submarine, marking his return to the esports scene after a five-year coaching hiatus. The team is set to test new strategies in the CIS Battle Series 3 qualifiers on November 5, amid ongoing roster restructuring.

Arc Raiders, released on October 30, 2025, emphasizes cooperative play through a Prisoner’s Dilemma-inspired mechanic, encouraging players to team up for mutual gain. Available for $39.99, with a Deluxe version at $59.99, it supports crossplay between PC and consoles, blending strategic cooperation with high-stakes gameplay.

Rumors suggest top Chinese LPL teams like Royal Never Give Up may exit by 2026, potentially shrinking the league to 14 teams. Analysts indicate this could lead to a major LPL transformation with salary cap reductions and renewed focus on performance.

Aurora clinched a spot in the grand final after overpowering GamerLegion 2-0 in the semi-finals of the Bucharest tournament. The $625,000 event showcases a blend of top-tier and dark horse teams, setting the stage for potential upsets and compelling narratives.

KT Rolster clinched the 2025 League of Legends World Championship, toppling favorites Gen.G in a thrilling final. Bdd's exceptional gameplay secured him the MVP title, highlighting KT's strategic excellence.

The October 2025 CS2 Trade Up update reshaped knife pricing, highlighting Flip Knife Autotronic and Falchion Knife Tiger Tooth as affordable, attractive picks. The update increased supply for some models, creating buying opportunities for players and collectors.