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Dota 2 7.41e Update: What Changed
Patch 7.41e launched on 30 July 2026 and touched 57 heroes and 26 items. We break down the changes to Axe, Butterfly, Shiva's Guard and more.
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Faerie Fire in Dota 2: Price, Cooldown and Valve's Data
Faerie Fire costs 65 gold according to Valve's official item feed, with a 5s cooldown. Here's what the feed confirms about the item, and what it doesn't say.
Dota 2 Age Rating: No ESRB/PEGI, USK 12, Steam 12–18
No ESRB or PEGI rating exists for Dota 2. Official USK (Germany) rates it 12; Steam regional labels run from 12 to 18. Checked 7 Sept 2026.
Dota 2 buyback explained: price formula and when to use it
How buyback works in Dota 2: why it lets you return instantly after death, how the cost is actually calculated, and when paying for it is worth it
Pudge Guide for Dota 2: Abilities and Stats
Pudge is a melee hero whose primary attribute is strength. We cover his abilities, Valve's stat card, and the innate Flesh Heap mechanic.
Roshan in Dota 2: Aegis, Cheese and Refresher Shard
How long Roshan takes to respawn, how long Aegis of the Immortal lasts once picked up, and which kill drops Cheese and Refresher Shard — sourced.
Quelling Blade in Dota 2: cost, stats and who
Quelling Blade costs 100 gold. We break down the item's stats from Valve's official data feed: cooldown, cast range and shop hints.