eSAFETY GUIDE

Dota 2

13+
minimum age according to Dota 2
13+ minimum age according to Dota 2

What is Dota 2?

Dota 2 is a multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game produced by Valve. It is a standalone game and follow up to Defense of the Ancients which is a modification for the Warcraft III game.

Dota 2 is a fantasy-style game consisting of two teams of five players. The teams occupy opposite ends of a map and compete to destroy each other’s bases. Players control characters known as ‘heroes’, who all have different abilities and can grow more powerful during the game. Dota 2 is complex and attracts gamers of all levels, including elite players who compete in global eSport tournaments for real prize money.

New players can learn how Dota 2 works and practice being different characters using the demo options. Players are also automatically matched according to experience level, to keep the game fair. Players can communicate in Dota 2 with preloaded text messages or voice chat, or choose to mute these features.

Website: store.steampowered.com/app/570/Dota_2/
Platform: Dota 2 is available on the online gaming platform, Steam.
Apps: Steam users can access the chat community and activate remote security functions on their account, using the Steam mobile app: Android, Apple iOS. 

How do people use Dota 2?

Learn more about the risks and benefits associated with MOBA games like Dota 2.

Dota 2 is used for gaming: gaming, in-app purchasing, messaging/online chat, screen capture and voice chat. 

How can you report inappropriate content or block communication from another player?

These links are provided by Steam:

How can you protect your personal information?

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Key safety links

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Last updated: 05/06/2024

The eSafety Guide helps you find out how to protect your personal information and report harmful content on common social media, games, apps and sites. Entries are for information only and are not reviews or endorsements by eSafety. Before choosing to use any online service or platform it’s best to:

  • do your own research to understand the risks and benefits
  • check the age rating and requirements
  • consider privacy
  • check the permissions and other settings
  • check the in-app reporting options.

If you are a parent or carer who is deciding whether a child should be allowed to use an online service or platform, you can also:

  • consider your child's readiness for the types of content and experiences they might encounter
  • help them understand what to do if they need help
  • provide ongoing support and monitoring, for example through regular check-ins with your child
  • agree to some rules about use of each service or platform.

To find out more, you can read the App checklist for parents, as well as information about parental controls in social media, games and apps and mental wellbeing resources for families.