Quinn Callahan, a key player for Gaimin Gladiators (GG), recently shared his positive outlook on the future of competitive Dota 2 in an interview during DreamLeague Season 21. Despite GG’s remarkable success in winning all Dota 2 Majors in a single year, even Quinn had grown tired of the repetitive nature of the current system.
Initially, many Dota 2 fans were skeptical about the changes to the Dota Pro Circuit (DPC). However, Quinn welcomes this shift, believing it will bring a much-needed breath of fresh air to the game’s competitive scene.
During the interview with Dexerto, Quinn acknowledged that while the DPC had its successes, it also had its flaws. He pointed out instances where teams invited based on DPC points did not perform as expected at The International. This was one of the main arguments for keeping the DPC, but Quinn believes that both systems have their imperfections.
“I feel both systems have flaws in terms of the accuracy of the invites,” Quinn said. “For the tier-one pro scene, having no DPC will probably be better. I think most people were sort of sick of the DPC.”
Quinn also highlighted how stagnant the scene has become, with the best teams consistently hailing from Europe. Each DPC season felt like a “mini-TI” with the same teams competing for top spots at Majors, resulting in a repetitive cycle.
In addition to the issues with invitations, Quinn looks forward to the potential for more diverse and exciting tournaments. He envisions a system where teams can choose events based on their readiness, allowing for a mix-and-match of teams and creating a more engaging competitive environment. With pro teams skipping events due to burnout or other concerns, Quinn believes that other teams could flourish and contribute to a more interesting Dota 2 ecosystem.
As The International 2023 approaches, the Dota 2 community eagerly awaits the replacement of the TI12 battle pass. Speculations suggest that it could feature a visual novel, new Arcanas, and other exciting additions. Furthermore, fans are curious about what the future holds for the game’s competitive scene in the upcoming 2024 season.
While no official announcement has been made by Valve or tournament organizers regarding the future of the scene, ESL is already preparing for Dota 2’s next $1 million tournament, scheduled to take place two months after TI12.
Source: DOTESPORTS
