Valve just totally ignored one big The International tradition and Dota 2 fans aren’t happy
Dota 2’s The International is the biggest esports tournament in the world, and normally, it kicks off with an equally impressive opening ceremony—like the spectacular one at The International 9. Even The International 10, which had no crowd due to COVID-19 restrictions, had some form of an opening ceremony.
There’s nothing like seeing being welcomed into the event with a breathtaking musical performance, followed by Valve president Gabe Newell delivering an epic speech before the battle horn sounds.