DreamLeague Season 28, a major Dota 2 online tournament, will commence on February 16, 2026, featuring 16 teams vying for a $1 million prize pool. The event returns to the series' classic format with multiple group stages and playoffs held on European servers. Participants include established teams like Team Liquid and newcomers such as Execration.
DreamLeague Season 28 is scheduled from February 16 to March 1, 2026, as one of the key online tournaments in the Dota 2 professional scene. It will involve 16 teams, split between six direct invitees and ten qualifiers from regional events.
The tournament structure begins with Group Stage 1 from February 16 to 20, consisting of two single round-robin groups of eight teams each. All series in this stage feature two games, with the top four teams from each group advancing to Group Stage 2, while the rest are eliminated.
Group Stage 2 runs from February 21 to 27, forming one single round-robin group of eight teams where matches are best-of-three (Bo3). The top two teams proceed to the upper bracket of the playoffs, and third- and fourth-place teams enter the lower bracket.
The playoffs, from February 28 to March 1, follow a double-elimination bracket. All matches except the grand final are Bo3, with the final being best-of-five (Bo5).
Among the invited teams are team y, Team Spirit, PV, Xtreme Gaming, OG, and Tundra Esports. Qualifiers include MOUZ, Team Liquid, Natus Vincere, Team Falcons, BB Team, Yakult Brothers, Execration, GamerLegion, paiN Gaming, and Aurora Gaming. This mix highlights both veteran organizations and emerging squads.
The prize pool totals $1,000,000, with a structured distribution ensuring fair shares for teams and players. Performances will also award EPT Points. The event will be broadcast on Twitch and YouTube.