The Dota 2 International is one of the most highly anticipated events in the esports industry, with its massive prize pool attracting top teams from around the world. As the 2023 tournament approaches, fans and players alike are wondering what the prize pool for TI12 will be.
In recent years, the prize pool for the Dota 2 International has broken records, with last year’s tournament boasting a prize pool of nearly $19 million. However, with the release of The Compendium 2023, fans are eager to know how much money will be up for grabs in this year’s event. This article will provide daily updates on the current TI12 prize pool, so fans can stay informed on the latest developments.
TI12 Prize Pool Amount
The current total prize pool for TI12 is $3,106,096 according to the Dota 2 Prize Pool Tracker. However, rumors suggest that Valve’s base contribution to the prize pool is larger than the usual $1.6 million dollars. If the base amount is $3 million, the total prize pool would increase by approximately $1.4 million dollars. For reference, last year’s TI11 Prize Pool was $18,930,775, while the largest ever TI prize pool was from TI10 and was $40,018,195. Links to related TI12 content can be found elsewhere.
What is the First Place Prize Money Amount for TI12?
Based on previous years’ prize pool distribution, the first place prize money for TI12 is expected to be around 45% of the total prize pool. This percentage has remained consistent for most years, with a slight decrease to 45% for TI11. At the current prize pool amount of $3,106,096, the first place winners are expected to take home approximately $1,410,000.
To put this into perspective, previous first place prize money amounts for The International are as follows:
- The International 11 – $8.5 million
- The International 10 – $18.2 million
- The International 9 – $15.6 million
- The International 8 – $11.2 million
- The International 7 – $10.8 million
- The International 6 – $9.1 million
It is important to note that the prize pool for TI12 is still subject to change and these numbers may not be final. However, based on current trends and previous years’ distributions, the first place prize money is expected to remain around 45% of the total prize pool.
Where Does the Prize Pool Money Come From?
Valve, the company behind Dota 2, typically contributes a base amount of $1.6 million to the Prize Pool. In addition, 25% of sales from Battle Passes are included in the prize pool. This year, Valve has launched the Dota 2 Compendium 2023, with 25% of all sales from The Compendium 2023 contributing to the prize pool of The International 2023.
