A recent update for The International 2025 in Dota 2 has left players bewildered, revealing a series of perplexing errors in official team rosters. From professional midlaners mysteriously reclassified as support to entirely fabricated players, these glitches raise questions about data integrity for the game`s most prestigious tournament.
The anomaly was first noted shortly after Valve rolled out its highly anticipated update dedicated to The International 2025. What was intended to be a seamless preview of upcoming competitive rosters turned into an unexpected game of “spot the error,” with the community quickly identifying numerous critical inaccuracies.
High-Profile Anomalies in the Digital Dugout
Among the most prominent examples of these baffling roster changes are some of Dota 2`s most recognizable teams and players:
- BetBoom Team`s Danil “gpK~” Skutin: Known for his aggressive and precise play in the mid-lane, gpK~ was unexpectedly re-designated as a support player. One might wonder if this is Valve`s subtle hint at a radical new meta, or simply a database hiccup.
- Gaimin Gladiators` Quinn “Quinn” Callahan: Perhaps the most bewildering case involves Quinn, the formidable midlaner for Gaimin Gladiators. His name was conspicuously absent from the roster, replaced instead by Sean Porter — not a player, but the organization`s Executive Director. While a CEO stepping onto the competitive stage would certainly be a plot twist for the ages, it`s highly improbable for TI2025.
- Natus Vincere`s Taras “gotthejuice” Linnikov: The carry player for Na`Vi reportedly found himself replaced by an enigmatic entity simply identified as “Redhead.” The identity of this new, mysterious player remains unknown, adding a touch of digital intrigue to the competitive landscape.
These inconsistencies paint a picture of data entry gone awry, transforming what should be factual information into a comedic, albeit concerning, collection of glitches. The community response has been a mix of amusement at the absurdities and concern over the accuracy of official game information.
Valve`s Silence Amidst the Digital Chaos
As of the time of this publication, Valve Corporation has not issued an official statement or clarification regarding the discovered errors. This silence leaves players and fans speculating on the cause — whether it`s a minor database misconfiguration, a placeholder error, or a consequence of broader backend changes.
The roster errors emerged as part of the broader The International 2025 event update, which, like last year, introduced supporter clubs. This update also coincided with the release of Patch 7.39d, bringing balance adjustments to heroes and items, and notably, introducing Quartero the goat, a new in-game character distributing gifts. It seems even amidst new content and gameplay tweaks, the digital paperwork can sometimes prove challenging.
While these roster discrepancies are likely temporary and will be rectified, they serve as a peculiar reminder of the complexities inherent in managing vast game data, even for an event as significant as The International. Players eagerly await a fix, hoping to see their favorite esports heroes correctly positioned on the digital battlefield, rather than experimenting with new, unannounced career paths or being replaced by corporate executives.
Jasper Hawthorne