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Dota 2: Loading crash: repair the installation

Dota 2 crashes while loading heroes or maps? Check damaged files before deleting settings.

Updated: ·2 min read·Windows / PC
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STRAIGHT TO THE SOLUTION

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01Back up custom files↓02Verify files↓03Exclude modifications↓
01

Back up custom files

  1. Save personal configurations and close Dota 2.
02

Verify files

  1. Run integrity verification through Steam → Dota 2 → Properties → Installed Files.
03

Exclude modifications

  1. Test without custom assets or mods. If necessary, reinstall after backing up your changes.

Frequently asked questions

Does verification remove every mod?

Not necessarily. Extra files may remain, so inspect your mod installation separately.

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