Cheese strategy in Dota 2

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Cheese strategy

Cheese strategy in Dota 2 is a tactic based on using unconventional heroes, items, or actions that unexpectedly create high pressure or quick success for the opponent. Usually, such strategies require a high level of coordination and surprise, because if the opponent is prepared, they can be easily countered. Cheese is often used to catch the enemy off guard and quickly break their game before they can adapt.

In competitive matches, its use is risky but can bring a big win if executed properly. Sometimes players are even criticized for cheese strategies, as they may be considered "unsportsmanlike" or overly exploiting weaknesses in the meta.

Example: In a combo between Batrider and Io, it's possible to deal over 90,000 damage during Overcharge. This happens because Batrider can stack a huge amount of Sticky Napalm, and the increased attack speed and damage per stack significantly amplify the total damage output in a short time.

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