How to Roll in Dota 2: Discover This Secret Function and Win More Matches

Appeal has been around Dota 2 ever since the game started. Yes, appeal in the form of micro-transactions, and its lock-in rate hasn’t dropped since, Dota 2 has become increasingly complex, and thousands of players around the globe sit down to play it every day. However, there are in fact features that are underused and feature people behind them that still find it unknown. One such feature is roll command, which is very easy to use and efficient in combination of other commands for countless in-game activities.

What is the Roll in Dota 2?

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By default roll in Dota 2 is constrained between 1 and 100, but players can adjust this range as well. The only requirement is to set minimum and maximum values, which could vary depending on comfort. However, it is essential to understand first that roll command on its own does not change any game play mechanics or changes the match outcome, all it does is make the game more enjoyable by allowing players to use it to resolve conflicts or just add to the overall social part of the game and that is where it has the most application.

How to Use the Roll in Dota 2

Most around the world use in a game. In League it’s more common to do quin rolls, in Dota it’s not necessary. But if you wish to roll in Dota, there are ways to accomplish this. To roll in Dota or make ‘Rolls’ you can follow these procedures after you’ve entered a game.

• Press enter: Press enter for team chat or press shift and enter together for all talks.

• Enter the command: After that, type command as ‘/roll’ and hit ‘enter’ to continue with the action.

• Get a random number: A random number will be between 1 and 100.

In case you would like to change the range, just add whatever numbers you want after the roll command. By typing /roll 50-200 for instance, a random number hatched between this two numbers will be generated. However the whichever value you would like to input should not exceed 2000.

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When to Use the Roll Function

Even if the roll function has no bearing on the actual game, it does have certain amusing and in some cases helpful uses in Dota 2.

1. Choosing Positions on the Team

Rolling command aids in most of the heated arguments which come with ‘which player should take this lane or this position’ fights, especially in random matches where most players are fighting for a particular role like mid laning. Rather than debating among themselves, team members may now be enabled to use the roll function to settle the dispute. The player who rolls a bigger number gets the position they wanted hence reducing argument and ensuring the match continues without delays.

1. Investing In Mind-Sport

Dota 2 is more than just about raw talent as they also can make use of mental techniques to gain an advantage. The roll command is more like a fun taunt for the enemy team. For instance, players might roll a number and say it’s the amount of creeps the enemy team is going to have by the end of the match. This kind of banter can be entertaining, but players have to be careful not to go to the extreme of abuse because the reporting system in Dota 2 has measures against disruptive players.

1. Fun Play-Offs

The roll function does not only serve to move the piece but rather can foster a strong competitive spirit in the team without hostility. Players can use it when they want to resolve insignificant questions, for instance, who’s gonna buy the courier or the ward. It makes the game fun and take away the probability of someone winning or loosing the match without altering the outcome of the game.

Avoiding Misuse of the Roll Command

First of all, I’ll start by urging you: don’t misuse the roll command. Back in the days, there were some players that decided to throw Turbo Mode matches and rather abuse the roll command to determine the winner. That was a deplorable display of sportsmanship where either team would decide to throw a game based on the roll to speedrun completing quests and missions, while the game’s standard set of rules was being violated. Many players who have been witnessed doing this type of misconduct faced bans from one year to some lifetime bans, depending on the misconduct severity.

This could result in negative consequences for the team and set a bad example for what the competitive integrity of this gaming platform should be - enjoy the game without cheating. Every player should remember this and avoid using the roll command incorrectly. Remember its purpose.

Conclusion

In case you didn’t get the message, avoid throwing games. Also avoid angering your teammates. Afterward, you will finally be able to roll without recr worries. While this practice is outlandishingly humorous and definitely doesn’t change the in-game experience, it’s important to remember, that all of these practices should be in accordance with the rules of the spirit of the game. Keep having fun!