Users' questions

How do I make Dota 2 run 64 bit?

How do I make Dota 2 run 64 bit?

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  1. Browse for the 64-bit version of dota2 which should be here: \Steam\steamapps\common\dota 2 beta\game\bin\win64\dota2.exe and add it.
  2. Right click it, then go to properties. Select “Set Launch Options” and type “-dx11” (without the quotes) in the textbox.
  3. Click ok. Close the Properties box and launch dota.

How do I run dx11 in Dota 2?

To set Dota 2 to use DX9/DX11/OpenGL, do the following:

  1. Close Dota 2.
  2. Go to Steam’s game library, find Dota 2, right click it and choose ‘Properties’, like so.
  3. Click on ‘SET LAUNCH OPTIONS’, like so.
  4. In the text field, locate ‘-gl’ or ‘-vulkan’ and simply delete it, for example, before – after.

Is Dota 2 Losing Popularity?

After the peak of Dota Auto Chess’s popularity, the game’s average player count dropped by anywhere from 4-11% month over month for the remainder of the year. These numbers were the lowest Dota 2 had seen since 2013. The game rebounded to a modest degree in early 2020.

What specs do I need for Dota 2?

System Requirements

  • OS: Windows 7 or newer.
  • Processor: Dual core from Intel or AMD at 2.8 GHz.
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM.
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 8600/9600GT, ATI/AMD Radeon HD2600/3600.
  • DirectX: Version 9.0c.
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection.
  • Storage: 15 GB available space.
  • Sound Card: DirectX Compatible.

How many bits is Dota 2?

Distinguished. If it is a 32bit executable, it will run 32bit. If it is a 64 bit executable, it will run 64 bit. Most of games still support 32 bit only.

Is DX11 better than DX9?

DX9 will give you the best performance. DX10 has very little quality improvement over DX9, but with a significant performance hit. DX11 is a little more efficient than DX10 so playing a DX10 game with a DX11 card should provide a little better performance.

Is Vulkan better than DX11?

Vulkan presents a potential performance increase over DX11 in most cases, though may be slightly less stable for now. We generally recommend you use Vulkan, the default Graphics API. If you are having performance issues, please try the DX11 API instead, which is available through the launcher.

Is League easier than DOTA?

DOTA 2 boasts a steep learning curve, while League of Legends is fairly easy to pick up on. While this might seem like a disadvantage on DOTA 2’s part, the game’s complexity makes it far more rewarding once you’ve put in the time to understand the game’s mechanics and successfully execute some unusual builds and plays.