Update 7.37d has become an important event for all Dota 2 players, especially ahead of major tournaments. Valve has once again revised the balance of power among heroes, changing the abilities of several key characters, which will directly impact the current meta. The changes include damage adjustments and abilities of popular heroes such as Lone Druid, Sand King, and Shadow Demon. These changes are aimed at balancing heroes who have dominated the professional scene and matchmaking.

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What does this mean for players?

For professionals and enthusiasts, the changes in the patch mean a need to revise strategies and tactics. For example, the buffing of some heroes may make their selection more popular in tournaments, while the nerfing of others will force teams to look for alternatives. The changes not only affect heroes but also items, impacting the game's dynamics. Valve aims for every role and hero to have the opportunity to be effective, making each patch interesting and significant.

Key Patch Changes

The main changes affected heroes and the favorite items of professional players at The International, which were too strong in previous versions. Sand King, for instance, has been nerfed, reducing his effectiveness in the late stages of the game. Lone Druid also underwent changes: his abilities now require more careful use, reducing his impact in the early and mid-game. On the other hand, Monkey King received a buff, making him more dangerous at all stages of the game.

The primary change in patch 7.37d concerns the item Bracer. Its bonuses no longer double after the 25th minute, significantly affecting players who preferred to build this item for the late game. This change hit the strategy of fans of long matches and survivability builds.

The main adjustments in the patch were made based on analysis of picks and statistics from The International 2024, reflecting the developers' careful approach to the professional meta-game and constant striving for game balance.

What are players and experts saying?

Many professional players and experts have already begun sharing their opinions on the patch. Some believe that the nerfing of popular heroes like Sand King will make games more interesting, as teams will be forced to find new strategies. Others think that the buffing of heroes like Monkey King may make him one of the most popular picks in tournaments. In any case, changes always attract attention, and patch 7.37d is no exception.

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Final Thoughts

Patch 7.37d has laid the groundwork for new tactics and strategies on both the professional and amateur scenes. Valve continues to actively work on balancing the game, and each update gives players the opportunity to explore new approaches to gameplay. With the new patch, teams and players will be forced to adapt, meaning the upcoming tournaments will be full of unexpected decisions and new heroes.