Dota Hub
Archive of old Dota 2 versions
Frequently asked questions
Why can't I start the game with bots?
Start Steam before starting the Dota 2.
Why do I have a black screen?
At the first launch, you need to wait for some time.
Why do I have a black screen 2?
You can try to create a shortcut to the Dota exe located on the path ../dota 2 beta/game/bin/win64/dota2.exe with the launch parameter -dx11. Guide how to set launch parameters can be found here: HOW TO SET LAUNCH OPTIONS?.
How to unzip an archive?
NN files of the type dota 2 beta_VER.zip.0NN, open the archive dota 2 beta_VER.zip.001 through 7-zip and simply unpack. The other parts will be pulled in automatically.
WinRAR error: cannot open dota 2 beta_VER.zip. Cannot find the specified file.
Use 7-zip to unzip an archive.
How to remove lags from illusions?
Set the launch option -rate 500000. Guide how to set launch parameters can be found here: HOW TO SET LAUNCH OPTIONS?.
Why does my game crash when I switch heroes?
Delete the guides in the Steam account cache.
Error. Disconnection from the server. The remote server’s certificate is insufficient for authentication.
Run the 32bit Dota 2 located at the path ../dota 2 beta/game/bin/win32/dota2.exe.
Why can’t my friend connect to me?
Check the firewall rules. Make sure the connections are not being blocked by it. Create rules that allow connections, or completely disable the firewall.
How to increase FPS in an old patch of Dota 2?
Steps from this instruction might help you: HOW TO INCREASE FPS IN OLD PATCHES OF DOTA 2?.