dota

Dota, short for Defense of the Ancients, is a multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) video game developed and published by Valve Corporation. It was initially released as a mod for Blizzard Entertainment's Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos in 2003, and later became a standalone game in 2011. The game is set in the Warcraft universe and features a team-based gameplay where two teams of five players each control a unique character, known as a hero, with unique abilities and attributes. The objective of the game is to destroy the opposing team's ancient, a large structure located at the heart of their base. Dota is known for its complex gameplay, deep strategy, and competitive esports scene. It has a large and active community, with regular updates and new content added to the game. The game is available on Windows, macOS, and Linux, and has been ported to various other platforms, including mobile devices and consoles.