Dota 2: What's new in Patch 7.36?
Dota 2's long-awaited patch 7.36 introduces a host of new features and changes that promise to shake up the game significantly. Here’s a breakdown of what players can expect:
Key Additions and Changes:
- New Mechanics: Innate Abilities and Hero Facets
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Innate Abilities: These are hero-specific abilities present throughout the game. They come in two types:
- Unique Effects:
- Faceless Void: Slows projectiles within a certain range.
- Dawnbreaker: Reveals the entire map for a time once the sun rises.
- Ability Levels:
- Kunkka’s Tidebringer: Now has five levels, starting with a free ability point at level one and can be upgraded four additional times.
- Unique Effects:
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Hero Facets: These allow for more customization and alignment with specific matches or player preferences. Each hero has at least two facets that players can choose during Strategy Time:
- Batrider:
- Stoked Facet: Boosts movement speed and Spell Amplification after using an ability or item on an enemy.
- Arsonist Facet: Allows Sticky Napalm to stick to buildings and deal extra damage.
- Wraith King:
- Summons skeletons.
- Deals more curse damage.
- Leshrac:
- Restores mana with attacks.
- Alters Diabolic Edict to explode faster without damaging buildings.
- Batrider:
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Balance Changes:
- Hero Denies: Now grant experience to any hero who created the deniable debuff.
- Mana Cost Reduction: No longer applies to abilities that drain mana over time.
- Buffs, Nerfs, and Adjustments: Nearly every hero has received some changes, which means players will need to adjust their strategies and playstyles accordingly.
Content Update: Crownfall Act II: The Deserts of Druud
- New Story Elements: Continuation of the Crownfall narrative with fresh plot points.
- Cosmetics and Overworld Map: New visual items and a new map for exploration.
- Characters and Minigames: Introduction of new characters and engaging minigames.
- Surprises: Additional hidden elements and challenges for players to discover.
Patch 7.36 is a comprehensive update that not only brings significant gameplay changes but also enriches the Dota 2 experience with new content and mechanics. The introduction of Innate Abilities and Hero Facets offers deeper strategic layers, making each match more dynamic and personalized. Whether you’re a competitive player or someone who enjoys the narrative aspects, this update has something for everyone.