OG's Monkey Business brings nostalgia to The International 2023
Dota 2 veteran players might remember the infamous TI Hub. If you are new to the world of Dota 2, please allow me to explain what is a TI Hub for you.
It was 2014, and Dota 2 was on the rise, thanks to The International. During these times, various Dota 2 communities from each region would come together to watch the TI qualifiers and matches under a single roof.
These gatherings would come to be known as TI Hub. It features its panel, analyst, and casting much like the official talent. These gatherings also include party games and fun activities for the viewers and the cast to have fun during the downtime.
It was also the birthplace of many Dota 2 personalities, including Niklas 'Wagamama' Högström and Ted 'Pyrion' Forsyth. Those days are a core memory for many Dota 2 veteran players.
Ceb At The International 2021.Credits: Valve
For The International 2023, OG brings back the nostalgia to many veterans by hosting its variant of the TI Hub known as The Monkey Business Hub. The hub includes many prominent names from the professional scene, including Johan "N0tail" Sundstein and Sébastien “Ceb” Debs.
What’s The International Monkey Business Hub about?
During The Road To The International, the hub selected their favourite match from the four separate series to provide pro-level insights while keeping it entertaining. OG and Gorgc Twitch channels streamed the hub.
In addition, the show also had a private chef to satisfy the guests' hunger. One of the talents at The International 2023, Maurice "KheZu" Gutmann, was also spotted at the hub. It also covered all of the phase two seeding matches.
Not Only Insights
N0tail At The International 2019.Credits: Valve
Moreover, the hub not only gives valuable insight and information, but it also is a place where the pro players share their stories and experiences with the viewers.
The Monkey Business hub is also where viewers get answers to their most pressing questions. N0tail answered various questions, from what motivates him to switch roles to how OG achieved its International success. Iy was a fascinating look into the pro scene through the eyes of the legends who shaped it.
The International 2023 playoffs will start on October 20 as the seeding decider matches have concluded.
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