For almost a decade, Dota 2’s map has remained just about the identical, however that’s now modified as the favored MOBA’s map will get a significant overhaul. The New Frontiers replace brings with it a ton of adjustments, together with a 40% enlargement of the map. However don’t be concerned, the lanes are nonetheless as shut collectively as ever, so you will not should stroll for days to get from one finish to the opposite.

Along with the brand new terrain, there are additionally 4 new named areas to discover: The Nicely, The Graveyard, The Statue, and The Mines. Roshan additionally has two pits now, and twin gates enable for teleportation between the highest and backside lanes. Plus, there are new impartial creep minibosses and 12 extra creep camps to farm.

However the greatest change comes within the type of Common heroes, a brand new hero sort that does not concentrate on a single attribute. As an alternative, they get 0.6 harm for every level they’ve in any attribute. This consists of heroes like Bane, Broodmother, Enigma, Lone Druid, and Vengeful Spirit who’ve been reshuffled into the Common class.

Matchmaking has additionally been improved with the implementation of the Glicko algorithm as a substitute of the Elo algorithm. This variation ought to assist stop clumping within the 0-1000 MMR vary and make it simpler for returning gamers to get again to an correct Matchmaking Ratio after spending time away.

UI adjustments have been made as nicely, together with seen obstacles on the well being bar and well being bar pips for issues that do not have a HP whole however are defeated after receiving a set variety of hits.

Valve’s The New Frontiers replace web page offers a complete overview of all of the adjustments and additions made within the replace, together with an interactive model of the brand new map.