Christmas gifts for Dota 2 fans can be as diverse as the game’s 122 unique heroes.
It can be hard to find the perfect gift for gamers. Luckily for Dota 2 fans, independent artists, esports, and even the developer Valve have teamed up to give you plenty of options. Whether they love a certain hero or follow the esports scene religiously, here are three Dota 2 Christmas gift ideas to inspire you.
1. Dota 2 merchandise
You don’t have to look hard to find great Dota 2 Christmas gifts. The official Valve store has all sorts of apparel and knick knacks designed for fans of Dota 2. There are tons of t-shirts and hoodies and
blind box pins
that make for perfect stocking stuffers. You can even grab items from
past
Internationals. Just be wary of any knockoff Dota 2 merch sites floating around the web.
Apparel is one thing, but every Dota 2 fan wants to deck out their computer with official gear. The Dota 2 store also has tons of official mousepads featuring iconic heroes. SteelSeries has a special line of
Dota 2-themed computer mice
that would work perfectly as a Christmas gift.
Finish up their gift bundle with a face mask or throw pillow with tons of heroes all over it. Their favorite is bound to be in there somewhere.
2. Dota 2 art
If you prefer a more artistic Dota 2 Christmas gift, there are tons of independent artists to support. Mike Hirshon is one of the most famous. He reimagines Dota 2 heroes in a
haunting, yet minimalist style
that looks amazing even without context. SofStudio on Etsy creates beautiful
Dota 2 shadowboxes
that look amazing in any lighting. Ask about your friend or family member’s favorite hero and pick one to match.
If you prefer your art on a shelf rather than hanging on a wall, there are a bunch of official Dota 2 figures to pick from. These range from the cute and whimsical Dotakins blind boxes to the high-quality Figma series from previous The Internationals. If you want something cuter, look for
Dota 2 Nendoroids
or
Funko Pops
instead.
3. Dota 2 esports gear
If your special Dota 2 enthusiast is more interested in the game’s competitive scene, merchandise from their favorite squad is a great idea for a Christmas gift. Almost all of the most popular teams, including
Team Secret, Evil Geniuses, and OG, sell their jerseys online. Bonus points if you customize the back to say their gamertag. Try to discreetly ask which team they plan to support this Dota Pro Circuit season.
If a jersey isn’t their style, there’s plenty of other esports-branded equipment to choose from. Many teams offer accessories like
snapback hats
or
comfy slippers. Combine those with a pair of
Team Spirit-branded sweatpants
to truly lounge in style.
OG’s plush monkey
mascot will bring a smile to any fan’s face. A Team Secret
race car gaming chair
is the ultimate Christmas gift for any Dota 2 esports fan.
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