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Just like the pro players! Here’s how to create and join a custom lobby in Dota 2.
You can play Dota 2 in many different ways. First and most popular, the ranked mode that will award you points if you win. Then, there’s the normal mode or unranked mode for you to play without compromising MMR. Also, you can always play versus bots if you want to chill and test heroes or builds.
The last one is called custom lobby, which is a special game mode that allows players to set up unique rules. Although tournament organizers often use this mode, it’s still free for everyone to experiment with. If you’re looking to create or join a lobby in Dota 2, here’s a simple explanation on how to do it.
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What is a lobby in Dota 2, and what can I control if I create one?
A lobby allows you to build two different teams by joining the 10 available slots for players. To create one, simply click the “Play Dota” button and select “Create” on the “Custom lobby” section. When you do it, you may share the lobby’s information with other players for them to join.
There, you can click any radiant or dire slot as a player or coach. Also, you can pick a team name. Or, if you are intending to stream the game you will play to other friends, you can also create your own “Broadcast Channel.”
What’s good about lobbies is that you may choose different rules that will determine how the game develops. If you create a Dota 2 lobby, this is what you can control:
After the host creates a Dota 2 lobby, it will be visible following the previously set rules. To find and join one, click “Browse” instead of “Create” when you go to the “Custom Lobby” section. Filter your search by region, game mode, and or name to find it faster. If you still can’t find your lobby, click the “Refresh” option on the top-right side of the browsing window.
The “Create lobby” option in Dota 2 is great for hosting your own tournaments with friends. For more guides like this,check out our Dota 2 section!
