Valve has shared plans for the next Dota 2 world championship, The International, with a target date in September 2024. The event is slated to be hosted at the Royal Arena in Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark, according to the Steam community’s announcements.
In a departure from prior editions, The International will feature 16 teams rather than 20. Qualification will come through a combination of open qualifiers, regional qualifiers, and direct invitations tied to esports awards, a format that reconnects the tournament with its traditional roots.
“And what a year awaits him! The calendar is full, and a growing slate of major tournaments is already on the horizon. There are plans for events across studios and arenas in Europe, Asia, South America, and the Middle East, with whispers of a bold return of initiatives like Midas Mode.”
Developers plan to share more details about The International 2024, including ticketing, the event schedule, the Battle Pass, and other related activities in the coming months.
Last year’s champion was Team Spirit, the Russian esports squad that captured The International 2023 title in Seattle.
In related industry discourse, The essence of Dota 2 has been discussed in various public forums and media presentations, including dialog about the game’s future and its place in larger gaming narratives across different regions.