Dota 2 Diretide guide

Rejoice, Dota 2 fans, beloved Halloween event Diretide is back for the first time since 2013. The spooky game mode itself has changed substantially, so even if you do remember how to play Diretide from back in the day, you'll find quite a different challenge awaiting you - although it still involves Roshan gobbling up all the candy he can get his big ol' claws on.

There aren't any Greevil Eggs to obtain this time around, and you won't be facing off against Roshan at the end, but many of the mechanics still remain - including taffy reducing your maximum health for every piece you hold; hoarders beware. There's plenty of loot to be had; earning Diretide Points nets you one of 75 spooky rewards, and Hallowed Chests of the Diretide will drop as a reward for playing. Just like in 2013, you'll need to purchase keys to open these chests, but there's a 'Trade Up' system in place so you can turn ten items of the same tier into a random item of a higher tier.

So whether you're a first-time Diretider, or a candy-hoarding veteran - if you've come a-knocking in search of a Dota 2 Diretide guide, you're in the right place. Here's everything you need to know about how to play Diretide, and how to get all the goodies from the seasonal event - which will last until December 22.

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