What games are most similar to Dota 2?

The most similar games to Dota 2 include Strife®, Prime World, Vainglory, and more. These recommendations are based on shared tags, gameplay mechanics, and player behavior patterns.

What genre is Dota 2?

Dota 2 is a Action, Strategy, Free To Play game with popular tags including Free to Play, MOBA, Multiplayer, Strategy, eSports.

Best free to play games like Dota 2?

If you're looking for more free to play games like Dota 2, try Strife®, Prime World, Vainglory. These share the Free to Play tag and similar gameplay elements.

How does Nodal find games like Dota 2?

Nodal uses a hybrid recommendation system that combines tag similarity analysis with collaborative filtering from player behavior data. We analyze which games are frequently played by the same players and share similar tags to Dota 2. You can tune the blend between content-based and community-based recommendations.

Games like Dota 2 but more moba?

To find games emphasizing moba, use Nodal's tag filters to prioritize MOBA alongside Free to Play. You can also explore the moba tag page directly.

Games Like Dota 2

Top Similar Games to Dota 2

Strife® (2015) — Shared: Free to Play, MOBA, Multiplayer. Also features rpg and co-op. Tags: Free to Play, MOBA, Multiplayer
Prime World (2014) — Shared: Free to Play, MOBA, Strategy. Also features rpg and massively multiplayer. Tags: Free to Play, MOBA, Strategy
Vainglory (2019) — Shared: Free to Play, Strategy, MOBA. Also features early access and anime. Tags: Free to Play, Strategy, MOBA
Battlerite (2017) — Shared: PvP, Multiplayer, MOBA. Also features arena shooter and fast-paced. Tags: PvP, Multiplayer, MOBA
Dropzone (2017) — Shared: Free to Play, Strategy, MOBA. Also features early access and mechs. Tags: Free to Play, Strategy, MOBA
Deadlock0 — Shared: MOBA, Multiplayer, Team-Based. Also features third-person shooter and hero shooter. Tags: MOBA, Multiplayer, Team-Based
Awesomenauts (2012) — Shared: MOBA, Multiplayer, Action. Also features 2d and platformer. Tags: MOBA, Multiplayer, Action
Arena of Kings (2021) — Shared: Free to Play, PvP, MOBA. Also features rpg and arena shooter. Tags: Free to Play, PvP, MOBA
SMITE® (2015) — Shared: Free to Play, MOBA, Multiplayer. Also features third person and mythology. Tags: Free to Play, MOBA, Multiplayer
Bloodline Champions (2011) — Shared: Free to Play, Action, MOBA. Also features massively multiplayer and fast-paced. Tags: Free to Play, Action, MOBA
Spellsworn (2018) — Shared: Free to Play, Action, Multiplayer. Also features magic and indie. Tags: Free to Play, Action, Multiplayer
AirMech (2018) — Shared: Free to Play, Strategy, Multiplayer. Also features mechs and rts. Tags: Free to Play, Strategy, Multiplayer
Eternal Return (2023) — Shared: Free to Play, MOBA, eSports. Also features sexual content and anime. Tags: Free to Play, MOBA, eSports
Art of War: Red Tides (2016) — Shared: Free to Play, Strategy, Multiplayer. Also features rts and early access. Tags: Free to Play, Strategy, Multiplayer
Royal Crown (2021) — Shared: Free to Play, MOBA, Action. Also features battle royale and massively multiplayer. Tags: Free to Play, MOBA, Action
Dragons and Titans (2014) — Shared: Free to Play, MOBA, Multiplayer. Also features dragons and rpg. Tags: Free to Play, MOBA, Multiplayer
Atlas Reactor (2016) — Shared: Free to Play, Multiplayer, Strategy. Also features turn-based tactics and turn-based. Tags: Free to Play, Multiplayer, Strategy
Counter-Strike 2 (2012) — Shared: Multiplayer, Competitive, Action. Also features fps and shooter. Tags: Multiplayer, Competitive, Action
Demigod (2011) — Shared: MOBA, PvP, Strategy. Also features real time tactics and pve. Tags: MOBA, PvP, Strategy
Battlerite Royale (2019) — Shared: Free to Play, Multiplayer, MOBA. Also features battle royale and massively multiplayer. Tags: Free to Play, Multiplayer, MOBA
Dota Underlords (2019) — Shared: Free to Play, Strategy, Multiplayer. Also features auto battler and casual. Tags: Free to Play, Strategy, Multiplayer
Panzar (2013) — Shared: Free to Play, Action, Multiplayer. Also features massively multiplayer and rpg. Tags: Free to Play, Action, Multiplayer
Element TD 2 - Tower Defense (2021) — Shared: Multiplayer, Strategy, PvP. Also features tower defense and real time tactics. Tags: Multiplayer, Strategy, PvP
March of Giants0 — Shared: Free to Play, MOBA, Multiplayer. Also features rts and tower defense. Tags: Free to Play, MOBA, Multiplayer
Black Myth: Wukong (2024) — Shared: Action. Also features mythology and action rpg. Tags: Action
Wobbly Life (2025) — Shared: Multiplayer, Action, Online Co-Op. Also features adventure and open world. Tags: Multiplayer, Action, Online Co-Op
Super Woden: Rally Edge (2026) — Shared: PvP. Also features racing and sports. Tags: PvP
Deadeye Deepfake Simulacrum (2025) — Shared: Action. Also features top-down shooter and hacking. Tags: Action
KILL IT WITH FIRE! 2 (2025) — Shared: Online Co-Op, Multiplayer, Action. Also features sci-fi and co-op. Tags: Online Co-Op, Multiplayer, Action
DevilConnection (2025) — Features multiple endings and indie.
Backpack Battles (2025) — Shared: Strategy, PvP, Multiplayer. Also features auto battler and inventory management. Tags: Strategy, PvP, Multiplayer
PIGFACE (2025) — Shared: Action. Also features shooter and fast-paced. Tags: Action
Holo vs Robo (2026) — Shared: Strategy. Also features tower defense and singleplayer. Tags: Strategy
The Last Caretaker (2025) — Shared: Action. Also features early access and survival. Tags: Action
Iron League (2018) — Shared: MOBA, Free to Play, Strategy. Also features early access and co-op. Tags: MOBA, Free to Play, Strategy
Cube Chaos (2025) — Shared: Strategy. Also features rts and roguelike deckbuilder. Tags: Strategy
Kindergarten 3 (2025) — Features dark humor and dark comedy.
Bloodthief (2025) — Shared: Action. Also features fast-paced and hack and slash. Tags: Action
Tall Trails (2025) — Shared: Action. Also features cute and exploration. Tags: Action
Metal Garden (2025) — Shared: Action. Also features atmospheric and fps. Tags: Action
Half Sword (2026) — Shared: Action. Also features early access and physics. Tags: Action
We Escaped a Twisted Game (2025) — Shared: Online Co-Op, Multiplayer. Also features puzzle and escape room. Tags: Online Co-Op, Multiplayer
Logic Bombs (2025) — Features logic and puzzle.
ROGUE LIGHT DECK BUILDER (2025) — Features roguelite and time management.
Decollate Decoration (2026) — Features adventure and horror.
Battle Realms: Zen Edition (2025) — Shared: Strategy, Action, Multiplayer. Also features rts and classic. Tags: Strategy, Action, Multiplayer
Primordialis (2025) — Shared: Strategy. Also features early access and simulation. Tags: Strategy
Garten of Banban 8: Anti Devil (2025) — Shared: Action. Also features horror and singleplayer. Tags: Action
The Bazaar (2025) — Shared: Strategy, PvP, Multiplayer. Also features auto battler and deckbuilding. Tags: Strategy, PvP, Multiplayer
Psycho Patrol R (2025) — Shared: Action. Also features immersive sim and fps. Tags: Action
The Complex: Expedition (2025) — Shared: Action. Also features horror and exploration. Tags: Action
BIRDCAGE (2025) — Shared: Action. Also features shoot 'em up and bullet hell. Tags: Action
Gnomes (2025) — Shared: Strategy. Also features tower defense and turn-based. Tags: Strategy
KUUKIYOMI: Consider It World - Thailand Ver. (2026) — Features 2d platformer and trivia.
Voyagers of Nera (2025) — Shared: Multiplayer, Online Co-Op. Also features early access and family friendly. Tags: Multiplayer, Online Co-Op
The Headliners (2025) — Shared: Online Co-Op, Multiplayer, Action. Also features horror and co-op. Tags: Online Co-Op, Multiplayer, Action
DOG WITCH (2025) — Shared: Strategy. Also features roguelike deckbuilder and dice. Tags: Strategy
Secret Agent Wizard Boy and the International Crime Syndicate (2025) — Shared: Multiplayer, Online Co-Op, PvP. Also features early access and co-op. Tags: Multiplayer, Online Co-Op, PvP
Sushi Cat Legacy Collection (2025) — Shared: Strategy. Also features old school and colorful. Tags: Strategy
Eternity Egg (2025) — Features early access and exploration.