Monday, December 9, 2024

Can You Play Dota 2 With a Controller?

Level Up Your Dota 2 Game: A Comprehensive Guide to Controller Support

Have you ever wondered if Dota 2, one of the most popular MOBAs on the internet, can be played with a controller? If yes, then you’re in the right place.

With continual developer support and a gigantic esports scene, Dota 2 continues to draw the attention of new players each passing day. However, not all gamers are comfortable playing with a mouse and a keyboard, which is why many players often wonder if Dota 2 has controller support.

Luckily, we have the answer for you.

Does Dota 2 Have Controller Support?

In short, the answer to the question is simple: Yes, Dota 2 does have controller support. Valve has officially confirmed this and has also released an FAQ for players who are interested in playing the title with a controller.

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How To Enable Controller Support in Dota 2

To enable controller support in Dota 2, follow these steps:

  • Launch Steam app
  • Head to your game library.
  • Right-click Dota 2.
  • Go to Properties>Launch Options.
  • Enter ‘+dota_disable_controller_support 0’.

How To Play Dota 2 With a Controller

We’ve included the controller settings for Dota 2 below:

  • Left stick moves your hero
  • Right stick moves the camera.
  • Hitting the right stick re-centers the camera on your hero.
  • X, Y, A, and B keys to cast spells of most heroes.
  • R1 and R2 buttons to browse through pages of skills and items.

D-pad to level up abilities, purchase items, or use the shop.

Sonu Banerjee
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