Dota 2 Patch 7.35: which heroes will Valve nerf

Dota 2 patch 7.34d gained special significance due to hosting the TI12 tournament. Despite the event concluding almost a month ago, players are still actively participating in matches on this version.

In this article, we will explore how the lineup of the most popular heroes may change in the upcoming 7.35 patch.

Witch Doctor

When it comes to the most successful heroes in Dota 2 7.34d, the first name that catches attention in the statistical analysis is Witch Doctor. It might surprise some players, but with a win rate of over 55.73%, he becomes one of the preferred options. Particularly impressive is his high pick rate at 25%, meaning he appears in every fourth game.

Witch Doctor made a mark at The International and beyond. His ability to win lanes and deal significant damage makes him a valuable character in various strategies. In fact, one of the reasons for his success is the slight changes he received in 7.34d. Despite the increased Death Ward cooldown, damage at levels 1 and 3, and Witch Doctor base strength have increased, making him more resilient.

Considering the current state of Witch Doctor, numerous changes are expected in 7.35. Valve is likely to reduce his strength gain and damage from Ward. Additional nerfs are also possible.

Spectre

Second on the list of successful heroes in Dota 2 7.34d is Spectre. She became one of the dark horses at The International 12 and one of the heroes with a high win rate. Some teams, including LGD Gaming, actively utilized her, explaining her popularity in Dota 2 pubs.

Like Witch Doctor, Spectre received improvements in 7.34d, specifically a reduced cooldown on Shadow Step at levels 1 and 3. This seemingly minor change made the hero more powerful, reflected in her win rate approaching 55.70%.

Considering the plans for Spectre nerfs in the upcoming 7.35 patch, changes are anticipated. Spectre might not be the most popular carry at the moment, but her high win rate could prompt Valve to make adjustments. It wouldn't be surprising if her base strength or strength gain undergo alterations, making Spectre early-game more challenging.

Wraith King

Wraith King is among the successful heroes in Dota 2 7.34d with a win rate of 55.25%. Wraith King received a slight buff in the current patch, notably his level 15 talent, increasing the duration of Wraithfire Blast from 0.75 seconds to +1 second. Despite this change seeming insignificant, it influenced the hero's popularity. Therefore, in 7.35, at least one or more nerfs are expected for Wraith King.

Possible changes related to Wraith King initial damage could impact his performance. A reduction in armor might occur, making him more vulnerable in the current meta.

Necrophos

There are several heroes in Dota 2 that excel in pubs but don't find as much success in professional matches, and Necrophos is one of them. While his presence at TI12 was not as frequent as other heroes, data indicates that he is one of the most successful heroes in Dota 2 7.34d.

Necrophos win rate slightly exceeds 55%, a commendable feat for a hero who doesn't appear frequently in professional matches. Furthermore, his popularity in pubs is over 20%, making him the fourth most popular hero in the game.

Regarding the upcoming 7.35 patch, numerous nerfs for Necrophos are not expected. Despite success in pub matches, the hero hasn't gained as much popularity in professional battles, a crucial aspect for Valve when deciding which heroes to nerf. Thus, Necrophos might remain unchanged.

Kunkka

Unlike Necrophos, Kunkka was one of the top choices at The International 12 and can be confidently considered one of the best mid heroes. In addition to an impressive win rate at TI 12, data shows that Kunkka is one of the best heroes in Dota 2 7.34d from the perspective of pubs, where his win rate approaches 55%.

Considering results from professional and pub matches featuring Kunkka, it can be argued that the hero will be subject to interesting changes in 7.35. The unfortunate news for Kunkka fans is that the changes are likely not in his favor, as the hero is deemed too powerful. Therefore, expect adjustments such as reduced strength/damage and more.