The International 2021 to Take Place Online
Fans of Dota 2 can finally rejoice as The International 2021, the game’s most prestigious event, is set to kick off on Oct. 7. However, due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases in Romania, there won’t be a live audience present.
Fortunately, fans can still enjoy the action from the comfort of their own homes. They’ll have the opportunity to witness the top teams from around the world compete for one of the largest prize pools in gaming history.
Watching the event online is completely free. Depending on the stage of the tournament, multiple streams may be available on Twitch to accommodate simultaneous matches.
Twitch will host the official Dota 2 streams, which will include panels and interviews between games. Additionally, viewers can check out the brackets and results within the Dota 2 client. The game’s tournament/watch tab allows players to follow tournaments without spoilers. Spectating games and hearing casters is also an option within Dota 2. However, watching The International 2021 within Dota 2 will not provide access to interviews or other supplementary content, which is only shown on the official stream.
If you happen to miss a day of The International 2021, you can always catch up by watching replays and highlights on Dota 2’s official YouTube channel. Valve also uploads interviews and additional content to their YouTube channel, ensuring that you can stay up-to-date even if you miss the initial days of the tournament.
For players who prefer other languages, they can check the Dota 2 section on Twitch to see if there are broadcasts available in their native language. Official broadcasts in Russian, Chinese, Portuguese, and Spanish will be provided alongside the English one. Additionally, fans may also find independent streams of the tournament with alternative presentations and languages.
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