Quick overview of patch 7.40: the most important changes in Dota 2
Author: Hawk Live LLC
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Valve have finally released the global patch 7.40 for Dota 2, which not only added the new hero Largo but also significantly changed many aspects of gameplay.
The editors of Hawk.live highlighted the most important changes you should know after the update.
Main changes in patch 7.40:
Largo — a new melee strength hero. In patch 7.40 he immediately received Aghanim Scepter and Shard abilities, allowing players to build unique builds and help allies.
Collector's Cache — new cosmetic items added, including exclusive sets and rare hero appearances.
Map — 7 objects updated: Shrines of Wisdom now stand in water, base exits through defensive gates lead through waterfalls, and bridges got unique models.
Economy — reward for assists reduced, to increase the importance of kills and balance the gameplay more.
Aspects — ten heroes lost their aspects; developers left them without bonuses affecting abilities.
Neutral items — 9 new or reworked items added for neutral creeps, changing the game's strategy.
Talent tree — system changed: now choosing a talent does not take a skill point, making ability progression more flexible.
Rosh Timer — a new timer appeared, allowing more accurate tracking of the respawn of this neutral objective on the map.
Spectre — got a mini-rework: some abilities improved, making the hero more competitive in late game.
Morphling — became stronger with the new Ethereal Blade, enhancing his potential for finishing off enemies and controlling them.
Phantom Lancer — significantly weakened, his illusion creation now less effective, reducing overall hero damage.
Treant Protector — now viable as a carry, thanks to reworked abilities and increased damage/survivability.
Broodmother — became a new imba: spider effectiveness, attack speed and mobility increased.
Lone Druid — underwent a huge rework: abilities and bear interaction changed, completely altering the hero’s playstyle.
Full list of changes to heroes, items, and the map can be read in the article dedicated to patch 7.40.
