Dota 2 Pro Player Criticizes Latest Patch, Suspects AI Involvement

A prominent Dota 2 player has expressed mixed feelings about the recent 7.38 patch, praising map changes but criticizing hero adjustments. During a live stream, the player suggested that artificial intelligence might be playing an increasing role in patch development.

The player commended the map modifications, stating they would likely improve competitive play. However, he voiced disappointment with hero changes, feeling they were poorly conceived. He noted that the game’s pace would likely increase due to faster objective-taking and the repositioning of Roshan.

While appreciating some minor tweaks, such as the removal of the one-second glyph, the player expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of significant hero reworks. He had hoped for changes to fundamental game formulas and economics.

The streamer also criticized the further expansion of the map, particularly disliking new water-based areas. He suggested that these changes might have been influenced by recent popular media rather than thoughtful game design.

Ultimately, the player’s impression of the patch was mixed. While initially excited, upon closer examination of hero changes, he began to suspect an increasing reliance on AI in patch development. He expressed disappointment with the patch’s overall quality, given the development team’s previous statements about needing time to adjust to their roles.

The 7.38 update, released on February 19, introduced significant map changes, new objects and neutral creeps, and a new resource. It also included numerous adjustments to hero abilities and item characteristics.