Over the past two years, Dota has received major updates in the early Spring, setting high expectations for players. With previous updates like a significant map size increase and the Facet update, players are eagerly anticipating something similarly impactful this year. Today, instead of focusing on minor balance issues, let’s speculate on what exciting updates could come to Dota in the near future.
For nearly six years, the idea of The Great Confluence has intrigued the community, hinting at the possible introduction of Heroes of Newerth characters into Dota. While this may seem optimistic, there are valid reasons to believe it could happen. With IceFrog’s past work on HoN and its unique hero designs, a transition to Dota could be feasible, despite differences in game mechanics like turn-rates and cast-points.
With the recent increase in turn-rates in Dota, the integration of HoN heroes could be smoother than anticipated. While Dota has seen a steady stream of new heroes, the allure of incorporating well-loved HoN characters like Puppet Master remains tantalizing for fans of both universes.
Speculation about The Great Confluence was reignited with the introduction of Void Spirit and his voice lines hinting at a larger lore connection. As Crownfall showcased Dota’s rich storytelling potential, many are hoping for a similar narrative experience this year, possibly revolving around the Spirit Brothers.
In addition to hero releases, cosmetic updates, and gameplay changes, the community eagerly awaits what Valve has in store for Dota. As an ever-evolving and complex game, any significant shake-up to its core gameplay mechanics would be a welcome change. While predicting Valve’s next move is challenging, player feedback and ideas are crucial in shaping the future of Dota.
