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Dota Underlords
By Valve Corporation, released 1 Jan 2019
- Linux
- Microsoft Windows
- macOS
- strategy video game
What it is
Dota Underlords is a free-to-play strategy auto-battler from Valve Corporation, set in the world of Dota. Players hire a crew and battle rivals, with choices and planning at the center rather than quick reflexes. It offers several ways to play: Standard matches, quick Knockout games, and co-op Duos with a friend, alongside single-player and multiplayer modes. The City Crawl campaign sends players through White Spire neighborhood by neighborhood, with puzzle challenges, street fights, and in-game challenges that unlock rewards. Season One also brings a Battle Pass with more than 100 rewards, including boards, weather effects, profile customization, skins, and other cosmetics. Many rewards can be earned by playing; the optional paid Battle Pass costs $4.99 on all platforms and does not provide a gameplay advantage. The game supports cross-platform multiplayer and is available on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
What players like, and what they don't
- Free-to-play.
- Offers Standard, Knockout, and co-op Duos modes.
- City Crawl includes puzzles and street fights.
- Supports cross-platform multiplayer.
- Available on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
- Paid Battle Pass costs $4.99 on all platforms.
- The optional Battle Pass adds cosmetic rewards, not gameplay advantages.
Who it suits
It suits players who enjoy strategic auto-battles, solo or multiplayer modes, and co-op matches with a friend. Players who want to earn cosmetic rewards through challenges can explore City Crawl and the Battle Pass.
Dota Underlords combines several match formats with a campaign and rewards progression. Its cross-platform multiplayer and free-to-play access suit players looking for a strategy battler to play alone or with others.
