DotA 2: The 7 best tips for beginners
The online strategy game "Dota 2" is not easy to master for beginners because it has a very steep learning curve. We have therefore put together the best tips for newbies.
Tip 1: Play DotA 2 tutorial
Play the tutorial missions first. There you will learn the basic game mechanics, rules and the interface. The introduction is especially for complete genre newbies. But even if you have previously played League of Legends, for example, the tutorial is recommended because Dota 2 has numerous peculiarities. The tutorial consists of two parts:
- First you learn the controls and basics of the game.
- Then you play several rounds with other beginners against bots, then against other beginners. You choose from the "Limited Heroes". This is a selection of 20 entry-level heroes.
Tip 2: do not rush
After the tutorial, continue to play only with the "Limited Heroes". Only when you feel reasonably safe should you switch to "All Pick", that is, to the complete hero selection. Because there are some heroes that can cause you many problems at the beginning, for example Riki with his permanent invisibility.
Tip 3: Play your hero according to his role
Basically, the heroes can be divided into two categories:
- The "carry" gets stronger the longer the game lasts and the more gold and level it gets. With him you distribute most of the damage. An example of a typical (and easy to play for beginners) carry is the Drow Ranger.
- The "supporter" supports the team with special skills, such as life regeneration or stunning opponents. Unlike the Carrys, they don't do much damage, but they also use less gold. A simple beginner supporter is, for example, the Witch Doctor.
There is also the jungler and the initiator. However, these are not relevant for beginners because they are very special. So play with your hero so that it fulfills its purpose.
Tip 4: Use hero builds in DotA
Many players, including professional gamers, make their builds available. A build consists of two parts: the distribution of the level points and the matching items. Follow the builds at the beginning, because this will combine your hero's abilities in a meaningful way.
Tips 5 to 7: Small tips for a successful DotA start
These tips could also help you:
- If you want to try a new hero, do it in a game against bots. This way, you won't annoy other players if you don't get along with the hero.
- Think before you act. Does it really make sense to defend the first tower against four opposing players on your own?
- In the "Library" you will find information on all the heroes that exist in Dota 2. All the skills of a hero including demo video are listed there. Feel free to browse around there while waiting for the next game.
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