Valve’s recent blog posts for Dota 2 have left many fans disappointed, with the latest one continuing the trend. While eagerly awaited for gameplay changes, the blog instead focused on a community vote for skins, frustrating players hoping for substantial updates.
The Patch Preview
The blog teased a sizable patch, leading to heightened expectations among players. However, the update only introduced high-visibility hero HP bars from Dota Labs to the main game. This sparked backlash from fans who felt misled by the patch’s size relative to its content.
Some incredible sets from community artists are now up for a vote in the Cache Voting which is available to all Dota players. Preview them, demo them and cast your vote. Voting ends May 21.
Which ones are YOUR favorites so far? pic.twitter.com/X1ihh2Qg4L
— Wykrhm Reddy (@wykrhm) May 7, 2024
Community Skin Vote
Amidst the disappointment, Valve’s Crownfall Collector’s Cache vote showcased an impressive array of 248 sets, a record-breaking selection. Despite the lack of gameplay updates, players appreciated the creativity and quality of the skin designs, expressing excitement over the incoming cosmetics.
Anticipated Gameplay Changes
Unfortunately, the blog failed to address the pressing question of when the next gameplay update will arrive. While the Crownfall event schedule hints at upcoming patches on specific dates, Valve’s reputation for delayed or underwhelming updates leaves fans uncertain about substantial gameplay adjustments.
Valve’s approach to Dota 2 updates continues to perplex the community, with excitement for new features overshadowed by the prolonged wait for meaningful gameplay alterations.