Dota 2
March 27, 2021/12:52 pm
Dota 2 has released its most important update in years as developer Valve looks to develop a new player experience. The big patch, which dropped on March 25, coincided perfectly with the release of the new animated show Dota: Blood Dragons.
The Tip Wizard is just one of the new features designed to enhance the Dota 2 New Player experience (Valve mode image)
The update is a clear attempt to welcome new fans. Announced on Twitter and on Valve’s official website, the patch has tried to create a more welcoming environment for new players. A combination of tutorials, changes in quality of life, and punishment for those who take advantage of new players, the update is a special move for Dota 2.
There are dozens of new features. Here are some key ones:
- Tidy shop
- Updated Dota 2 Goals
- Player rewards
- Dota Glossary 2
- New player mod
- Better bots
- Wizard tips
- New player conversation
- Coaching features
- New Website
On top of this, the game has officially committed a crime. Smurfing has been one of the most controversial parts of Dota 2 for years. Many have said that the problem only got worse over time. In the past, pro players and celebrity members of the community have pointed out that Dota 2 was almost unplayable thanks to smurfs. But with the bans, the new player and lower level pug experience will be greatly improved.
The blog post confirmed that this update is not just for new players. They also wanted to welcome returning players. Dota 2 has never seen a major exodus of players leaving the game, but slowly over time, the numbers have dropped. While still the number two most played game on Steam, the game has certainly suffered a player reaction. Valve is looking to inspire its player base to return with the new inclusion in this new update.
What is Community Education?
Strangely enough you could say that Valve ‘s efforts to make things better for new players only came after weakening a lot of work from the Dota 2 community. After months of work, community education with Jake “SirActionSlacks” Kanner and Shannon “SUNSfan” Scotten released just a few days ago.
The project, which was heavily funded, and led by the community, looked to create a meaningful tutorial before the release of Dota: Dragon’s Blood. However, Valve has made an important connection between their new player experience and this community training.
As Valve explained on the update page: “We are also encouraged by the community’s own efforts and progress in this area and will include a section in the aims for the new community-led community education. SirActionSlacks. If we see other similar activity in this area from the community, we will try to add to it in the future as well. “
All in all, it’s a big bad and one that’s practically sculpted into the game. In addition to taking advantage of the new Dota: Dragon’s Blood Anime, Valve has finally made one of their most popular games more accessible than ever for new players.