Valve’s unveiling of The International 2023 ticket prices sent shockwaves through the Dota 2<\/em> community. As the total cost for attending the prestigious event was revealed, voices grew louder in protest, comparing the costs to not just other esports tournaments, but even to the allure of experiencing a live Taylor Swift concert.<\/p>
With TI 2023 following a different format this year, so came a fluid pricing that reached a baffling sum. Attending the Playoffs section of the event will set players back $99 per day, while the main event will be sold as a three-day bundle for $699.<\/p>
Related: <\/strong>Dota 2<\/em>\u2019s The International 2023: Location, dates, tickets, and more<\/strong><\/a><\/p>
While one fan mentioned<\/a> the CS:GO<\/em> Major they attended in 2019, which had a $90 price tag for four days, there was a visible minority drawing multiple comparisons to Taylor Swift events.<\/p>
Despite being known for organizing some of the most expensive concerts, Taylor Swift\u2019s events can only rival the Dota 2<\/em> TI when it comes to her VIP ticket pricings<\/a>. With VIP passes generally maxing out around $900, fans also get to experience the event from unique perspectives, which doesn’t seem to be the case for TI12.<\/p>
At the time of writing, Dota 2<\/em> TI12 Regional Qualifiers<\/a> are ongoing. When the last teams to qualify for the event are settled, the teams will start traveling to Seattle for their shot at the Aegis of Champions.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
