Dota 2 Update: Monster Hunter Collaboration Released

Dota 2 has officially launched its collaboration event with the popular Monster Hunter franchise. The update is now live in the game, bringing unique content for fans of both universes.

Key Highlights

The collaboration features six exclusive item sets inspired by the Monster Hunter universe. Each set comes with three alternate versions that players can craft through the new crafting system.

The event introduces:

• New courier — styled as Palico, the iconic cat companion from Monster Hunter.
• New pet — Poogie, a small pig companion that will appear at your base and be visible outside of matches.
• New mechanic — “Hero Hunt” with a materials collection system for crafting.

The event is temporary and is expected to last approximately three months.

Valve on the Collaboration

Valve shared a statement about the update:

"It's open season on the world's most dangerous heroes, and you're just the hero we need to track them all down. We're happy to announce a massive Dota/Monster Hunter crossover with new sets, new pets, a new in-game hunt and crafting system, and of course monsters. (For everyone who thinks Dragon Knight turning into a dragon is awesome but would be more awesome if he turned into Rathalos instead, great news: Capcom was just as excited as we were to make this happen)."

"The core version of each hero set is available to all Dota players for free, and can be crafted once you've harvested the necessary materials from hero hunts. In addition, the Hero Atlas will help you track your progress, explore hero lore, and gather dispatches from the farthest realms, penned by Axe's loyal scribe Goodkind."

"For those that want more, the Expedition Pack includes more of everything: usable Monster Hunter monsters (Rathalos for Dragon Knight and the Bullfango for Beastmaster), a Monster Hunter music pack and seasonal spray collection, and a bundle of crafting materials to get you started. Expedition Pack holders can also craft exclusive Poogie, Palico, and hero set variants with custom ambient and Immortal effects."

"The hunt is on, and will run for the next three months. Get in the game, vanquish your enemies, and transform your victories into new items. Oh, and look out for monsters."

This collaboration promises to deliver a fresh gameplay experience with the vibrant style of Monster Hunter and unique in-game rewards for Dota 2 players.

How the System Works

The base version of each set is free — players only need to collect the required materials. Materials are earned by participating in matches and hunting selected heroes: players choose a target hero at the start, and bonuses are awarded if you defeat them before they defeat you.

Access to alternate set versions, exclusive effects, music packs, and sprays requires purchasing the “Expedition Pack.”

Additional Content

Some heroes, such as Dragon Knight and Beastmaster, may receive thematic skins inspired by monsters like Rathalos and Bullfango. The update also includes a Monster Hunter–style music pack and a collection of sprays.

This collaboration promises to deliver a fresh gameplay experience with the vibrant style of Monster Hunter and unique in-game rewards for Dota 2 players.