On Dota 2’s anniversary, the game’s test servers became active again: Valve may be preparing a major update

On the anniversary of the release of Dota 2, which fell on July 9, there was activity on the test servers - this may indicate the preparation of a major update by Valve.

This was reported by Reddit users.

According to their observations, an update appeared on several test servers Dota 2. In the comments noted that such activity usually occurs a week before the release of a major patch.

Credits: Reddit/Wild-Currency

Fans assume that by the 12th anniversary of the game's release, the developers can really please with new content. However, one user noted that it is on this type of servers that gameplay changes are most often tested. Therefore, he assumes that the upcoming update will focus more on balance rather than on cosmetics or in-game events.

Valve themselves have not yet made any official announcements related to the release anniversary or the release of the next update for Dota 2.

Recall that earlier NAVI player set a historical record of the Dota 2 pro scene at the Riyadh Masters 2025.