Valve has confirmed a split sales window to manage the massive demand for the Aegis of Champions. Domestic sales in China kick off at 2:00 PM CST via Damai, featuring a 20-minute priority window for verified active players. If you are an international fan planning the trip, your window opens at 2:30 PM CST through Trip.com. Keep in mind that the deadline to verify your account status for that domestic priority period is June 3rd.
This year's logistics are strict, reflecting the high-stakes nature of the event. All seating is assigned, meaning the days of rushing for General Admission spots are over. More importantly, Valve is implementing rigorous anti-resale measures: tickets are non-transferable, cannot be gifted, and must match a photo ID for entry. If you're buying, make sure your details are 100% accurate, or you'll be watching from the hotel lobby.
For the Dota 2 community, the return to Shanghai represents a massive moment for the professional meta. By the time August 20 rolls around, we'll be seeing the culmination of a year's worth of strategy and roster shifts. Whether you're cheering for a hometown favorite or an international powerhouse, the atmosphere in the Oriental Sports Center is guaranteed to be electric.
Soren