Active Players
Dota 2
Live Statistics
30-Day Population Trend
Monthly Statistics
| Month | Avg Players | Peak | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12 | 594,289 | 903,542 | 1.8% |
| 2025-11 | 583,743 | 903,303 | 8.3% |
| 2025-10 | 538,998 | 858,940 | 7.2% |
| 2025-09 | 580,820 | 953,869 | 9.1% |
| 2025-08 | 532,355 | 818,732 | 24.8% |
| 2025-07 | 426,672 | 657,349 | 3.8% |
| 2025-06 | 411,123 | 650,259 | 0.5% |
| 2025-05 | 408,987 | 657,074 | 4.0% |
| 2025-04 | 393,173 | 630,716 | 2.4% |
| 2025-03 | 402,851 | 656,279 | 6.7% |
| 2025-02 | 431,748 | 708,043 | 3.3% |
| 2025-01 | 446,491 | 719,825 | - |
Data sourced from Steam. Updated daily.
About Dota 2
Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.
Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has truly taken on a life of its own.
One Battlefield. Infinite Possibilities.
When it comes to diversity of heroes, abilities, and powerful items, Dota boasts an endless array—no two games are the same. Any hero can fill multiple roles, and there's an abundance of items to help meet the needs of each game. Dota doesn't provide limitations on how to play, it empowers you to express your own style.
All heroes are free.
Competitive balance is Dota's crown jewel, and to ensure everyone is playing on an even field, the core content of the game—like the vast pool of heroes—is available to all players. Fan...
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:How many people play Dota 2 right now?
There are currently 501,303 players playing Dota 2 right now, with a 24-hour peak of 752,848 players.
Q:Is Dota 2 still popular in 2026?
Yes, Dota 2 is very popular in 2026 with 501,303 concurrent players and an active community.
Q:Is Dota 2 dead?
No, Dota 2 is far from dead! With 501,303 players online right now, the game has a thriving community.
Q:Is Dota 2 free to play?
Yes! Dota 2 is completely free to play. You can download it from Steam at no cost.
Q:What platforms is Dota 2 available on?
Dota 2 is available on Windows PC, Mac, Linux.