Horror in paradise: Dota 2 world lashes out at lackluster Bali Major

“Dota 2 in paradise” was the promise made by Bali Major organizers Epulze and IO Esports in the lead-up to the Southeast Asian tournament, but by July 9’s grand final, many at home and in attendance will remember the event as a holiday from hell.

Dota’s return to the region was marred by an assortment of issues and faults, from the experience on the ground to the technical faults affecting players and spectators online, leaving fans seeing red. Many took to social media—particularly on the Dota 2 subreddit—to air their grievances with the tournament organizers and Valve over the state of the tournament.

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