The Dota 2 website has word from Valve that they have opened up The International website in preparation for the upcoming main event in their annual Dota 2 tournament. Things get underway on August 8th in Seattle, and they have details on how to view the action in person, though a live stream, or via the new Dota 2 VR hub as teams vie for a prize pool that currently stands at over $19 million. They say:

Today we’re launching The International website, where you can find info about the tournament format, how to watch the matches, and the rosters of teams attending the event. You can also find links to our social media feeds and this year’s Secret Shop. Once the games begin, continue to check in for live matches, replays, and tournament schedule and bracket updates.