Dota 2 fans become Taylor Swift stans overnight as Valve reveals outrageous TI12 ticket prices
Valve’s unveiling of The International 2023 ticket prices sent shockwaves through the Dota 2 community. As the total cost for attending the prestigious event was revealed, voices grew louder in protest, comparing the costs to not just other esports tournaments, but even to the allure of experiencing a live Taylor Swift concert.
With TI 2023 following a different format this year, so came a fluid pricing that reached a baffling sum. Attending the Playoffs section of the event will set players back $99 per day, while the main event will be sold as a three-day bundle for $699.