Fnatic Exits Dota Pro Circuit

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James Fudge

1 year ago

After more than eight years competing in professional Dota 2 esports in Southeast Asia, Fnatic announced Friday that it would be exiting the scene.

The company said in an announcement that it had recently been “forced to reflect on the sustainability and future of the title” and came to the conclusion that it needed to “to temporarily withdraw from the DOTA 2 pro circuit.”

“We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the players, staff, and members who have been a part of this incredible journey, alongside our incredible fanbase who have made our journey in the SEA region so special,” the company wrote in a lengthy statement posted on its official website.

Fnatic added that it was “working hard to source a new home” for existing players and staff before “formally leaving the DPC Tour 2023.” The current Dota 2 roster will continue to represent the organization through the current BTS Pro Series, but after that they will be released, according to Fnatic.

While Fnatic might be stepping out of Dota 2, it is still fielding a lot of teams in other esports including Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, League of Legends, Halo, Apex Legends, FIFA, Valorant, and Rainbow Six Siege.

James Fudge

With a career spanning over two decades in the esports and gaming journalism landscape, James Fudge stands as a seasoned veteran and a pivotal figure in the evolution of esports media. His journey began in 1997 at Game-Wire / Avault, where he curated gaming and community news, laying the groundwork for his expertise in the field. In his more recent roles, James cemented his status as an authority in the esports business sphere as Senior Editor Esports at Sports Business Journal and The Esports Observer between 2018 and 2021.