When Does Next Dota 2 Update Come Out? - Patch 7.36 Release Date

Are you wondering when the next Dota 2 patch update will come out? You're not alone. Marking a decade-long journey, it's only natural that avid MOBA fans might be left wondering about the timeline for the next Dota 2 gameplay update.

Historically, Valve has timed major updates strategically, often factoring in tournament schedules and player feedback. While specifics remain under wraps, we can sometimes make an educated guess. Here's everything to expect in the upcoming Dota 7.36 patch.

Updated on 4 April 2024: There's still been no word on when the next update will come out. However, I suspect that 7.36 will be released within this month.

When Will Dota Patch 7.36 Come Out? Release Date

While there's currently no official release date for Dota 2 patch 7.36, it's expected that the next update will come out in early 2024 (February to April). There's a strong likelihood that the next patch will coincide with the release of the new hero Ringmaster (aka Puppet Master).

This reasoning is grounded in Valve's historical release patterns of its previous two heroes: Primal Beast and Muerta, who were each released in late February and early March of their respective years. 

Out past the lanes, at the edge of the forest, there is a narrow path. You could swear it wasn't there yesterday. You follow it into the smothering darkness... until there is a light. A small, glittering light dancing between the distant trees. You follow the light deeper into the forest. It's getting colder now. You can see your breath. A branch snaps behind you. You look. Nothing. Then... Next year, no hero is safe... from the Ringmaster.

While the release date has yet to be confirmed, the bigger question remains: What changes and updates will the Dota 2 7.36 patch bring to the game?

What To Expect From Dota 2 Patch 7.36?

It isn't easy to forecast what Dota 2 update 7.36 might bring, but in general, here are a few general content additions and features that you could expect in the upcoming update.

• New Heroes: Dota 2 patches occasionally introduce new heroes, which shakes up the meta and forces players to adapt their strategies. The Ringmaster is the next candidate, joining the ranks early in 2024.
• Balance Changes: Valve regularly tweaks heroes and items in Dota 2 to ensure game balance. This could be anything from adjusting a hero's stats, changing how an ability works, or altering the cost or effects of an item.
• Map Updates: Dota 2's map isn't static. Valve sometimes changes the map layout, the locations of neutral camps, or the functionality of runes.
• Mechanical Changes: These can be big or small, but they usually impact how the game is played on a fundamental level. Past examples include changes to how vision works, updates to the matchmaking system, and modifications to the game's economy.
• New Features and Modes: This could include new gameplay modes, UI changes, or enhancements to existing features like the spectator system or Dota Plus.
• Cosmetic Items: Valve often releases new skins, animations, and other cosmetic items alongside its patches. While the reflective blog post Valve released in late June 2023 noted a detraction from cosmetics, it's possible that we could still get new item sets (albeit with far less emphasis). 

And that's everything you need to know about the latest patch update release date. For specifics about Dota 2 update 7.36, please refer to the official patch notes published by Valve or trusted Dota 2 community resources.