Dota 2 boasts one of the longest-running and most celebrated esports scenes in the competitive gaming ecosystem, dating back to 2011.
The MOBA game developed by Valve continues to captivate players worldwide, in both casual and professional settings. 2025, in particular, was a monumental year that saw drastic format changes across various tournaments, the emergence of new circuits, and history being made on the international stage.
Esports Insider reflects on Dota 2’s competitive highlights in 2025, from the top teams that defined the season to tournaments that shook up the esports scene.
DreamLeague – The Beginning
One of the first Tier 1 tournaments that took place in 2025 was DreamLeague, a key competitive circuit in the Dota 2 scene organised by ESL.