Valve has revealed the Schedule and Format of The International 2023. Set against the backdrop of Seattle, USA, this year's showdown is poised to captivate minds and hearts alike from 12th to 29th October. With twenty teams of extraordinary skill poised to clash, the quest for glory will culminate in a titanic final confrontation at the revered Climate Pledge Arena on 29th October.

Dota 2 The International 2023 Schedule

In a bold departure from tradition, The International 2023 boasts a revamped schedule designed to immerse attendees and viewers alike in a dynamic and immersive experience. As the curtains rise on 12th October, the tournament will embark on a three-week journey, each weekend packed with gripping action. The saga unfolds with a bang every Friday, propelling spectators through an adrenaline-infused weekend, culminating in a resounding finish on Sunday. The key dates for the tournament are as follows: 

Group Stage: 12th to 15th October
Playoffs: 20th to 22nd October
Grand Finals: 27th to 29th October

Dota 2 The International 2023 Format

This year, The International introduces a groundbreaking dual-phase format, crafting a narrative that unfolds in two distinct acts. "The Road To The International" launches with the Group Stage and Playoffs, sparking a fierce rivalry among the cream of the Dota 2 crop. This phase sets the stage for a climatic climax, "The International," where the final eight contenders clash in a monumental battle to seize the Aegis of Champions and etch their name in gaming history.

The International 2023: Group Stage

Reflecting on the past to redefine the future, The International 2023 refashions the Group Stage to amplify competition's intensity. Departing from the previous norm of two groups of ten in a Round Robin configuration, the new edition introduces a dynamic shift. The twenty teams are strategically divided into four groups of five, engaging in intense skirmishes over two days. A twist of fate emerges as the weakest contender from each group bows out, leaving no room for complacency.

The International 2023: Playoffs

The Playoffs, slated for October 20th, will transform the Seattle Convention Center's Summit into a battleground of epic proportions. Eight elite teams will vie tenaciously for the prized four Upper Bracket slots in The International. Over the weekend, eliminations will pave the path for the fortunate four who ascend to TI's Lower Bracket. A new layer of excitement is unveiled as all matches adopt a best-of-three format, amplifying the stakes for fans and players alike.

The International 2023: The Grand Finale

From October 27th to 29th, the crescendo reaches its zenith at the fabled Climate Pledge Arena. Friday and Saturday will witness gripping best-of-three clashes, setting the stage for Sunday's Lower Bracket Finals—a prelude to the ultimate test in the best-of-five Grand Finals. This, dear enthusiasts, is where history shall be etched, where the finest among twenty shall emerge victorious, and where esports legacy shall be forged anew.

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The International 2023 promises to bring an intense action-packed event for all Dota 2 fans. As October inches closer, the global Dota 2 community braces for a journey that will see twenty become eight, eight turn to four, and four transform into one—the champion who shall raise the Aegis of Champions and etch their name as a true Dota 2 legend.