Gaming PC meeting tournament minimum specifications; Monitor: minimum 144Hz refresh rate, 24-27 inch display; Mouse and keyboard: players may bring their own peripherals (no programmable macros)
Why people argue about this
People often assume that since Dota 2 is played online globally, LAN play for Major and TI events would be unnecessary, leading them to misunderstand why stable connections are required at all. The confusion arises because Valve emphasizes on minimizing latency issues crucial for team coordination during high-stakes matches, even when players aren't physically in the same room together.