DOTA 2 BREAKING NEWS: Arteezy Announces He Might Take A Break In Next Season

You might not see him in the scene for a while. The legendary pro player, Arteezy, left the Dota 2 community shocked with his announcement after the departure from Shopify Rebellion. Artour “Arteezy” Babaev is considering taking a break from the competitive scene of Dota 2 in the upcoming season. For seasons, his presence in the tournaments has been significant due to his unmatched talent and achievements. Now, fans are wondering what’s next for the legend. 

The Announcement

In his recent Twitch stream, Arteezy addressed several questions on his future in professional Dota 2. There has been uncertainty in his answer stating, “”Am I still playing on the pro scene? I don’t know, I’m probably taking a break.” This left fans speculating on the reasons of his potential hiatus and the implication of his absence for the North American Dota 2 scene. 

Recent Performance and Team Changes

This season has been particularly challenging for the world-class player Arteezy. It has been a bitter journey for him and his team as their shortcomings bite them back for major events. Shopify Rebellion failed to qualify for both Riyadh Masters 2024 and The International 2024. These setbacks pushed Arteezy to be an inactive player of Shopify Rebellion in July 2024. 

Prior to these, the team has been struggling to find their footing in the professional league. Their best result stuck in 7th place at the DreamLeague Season 22, a statement of underwhelming performances from the team. These circumstances may have contributed to Arteezy’s decision to take a step back to reflect on his professional career. 

A Career at a Crossroads

This potential break will mean a lot, not just for the fans and the team, but for Arteezy himself as well. He has been a prominent figure for the entire Dota 2 professional scene for 11 years. In his long career, he has played the most for Evil Geniuses and helped them win podiums for major tournaments. With this, Arteezy earned himself a status as one of the Dota 2’s elite players. He won a third-place finish at The International 2018 and second-place at the WePlay AniMajor during his pro career. 

However, Arteezyz found himself at a crossroads upon joining the team, Shopify Rebellion. In his heartfelt statement, he admitted his unpreparedness for taking the leadership role this season. Despite his extensive experience, Arteezy was not confident enough to lead the team that might have contributed to the underwhelming performance of Shopify Rebellion. Further, he expressed his difficulty competing without close friends on his team. These reasons may have been a factor in his contemplation of taking a break.

The Future: Streaming and Potential European Move

As Arteezy continues to deliberate his next steps in his career, he plans to focus on streaming for now. With this transition, he will still maintain communication with his fanbase while being away from the pressure of the competitive stage. Beside this, he also mentioned his possible move to Europe in the upcoming seasons. He is looking to further his development as a pro player with the higher level of competition in the said region. 

Pressure in the Competitive League

His stellar performances throughout his career have built huge expectations for him. Thus, disappointment topples over their poor results in the qualifying tournaments for this season. With that, the community has been discussing mental health and burnout in the esports world. The news of Arteezy’s possible hiatus revealed how high the pressure is in the world of competitive gaming. 

Moreover, his openness to the challenges he faced had many from the community relating. This showed how self-care should remain the top priority of many esports players. 

Looking Ahead

The news came shocking and saddening for the Dota 2 community. After all, Arteezy is a legend on his own that built his significance in the competitive scene. With this, the fans have been meaning to ask for details on his potential break. Will it be temporary or permanent? What does this mean for Arteezy’s future as a professional player? Such questions have been bothering them since the news. 

Regardless of his final decision, it is certain that Arteezy stands as one of a kind in the Dota 2 scene. His impact in the community is undeniable, and his possible absence in the upcoming stages will be strongly felt. In the meantime, his fans can wish him the best on whichever path he chooses to take.