2025 has showcased several meta changes in Dota 2. After several buffs and nerfs to notable heroes that dominated the past year, the 2026 meta is slowly taking shape. As such, we have several new heroes emerging, replacing old powerhouses and making a case for themselves as the gold standard in the Dota 2 pro play meta going forward.
The best Dota 2 heroes in 2026 will be divided by the five main roles: one core for each lane and two supports. Roles are necessary to define what each hero’s purpose is in the ranked meta, especially with various pro players specializing in different roles.