Streamer Alexander "Nix" Levin shared his thoughts on the hero Visage in the current Dota 2 meta during the Team Liquid vs. Xtreme Gaming match at The International 2024. He described Visage as a "hidden overpowered pick" in this patch, particularly due to the strength of the Death Toll aspect. Nix recalled noticing this in a previous game, when Ace had amassed 5,000 net worth by the eighth minute, which he found unreasonably strong.
Nix elaborated that Visage’s main weakness is his vulnerability in the laning phase, but once the hero buys two Bracers, he becomes nearly unkillable. He suggested that once Visage reaches level six, opponents are forced to retreat, allowing Visage to quickly take down towers and acquire items like Drum of Endurance, Pipe of Insight, or Orchid Malevolence, especially if he is up against heroes like Puck. He commented on how challenging it is to play against Visage, noting that many heroes struggle to deal with him effectively in the laning phase.
As of the time of the broadcast, Visage had been picked in eight matches at The International 2024, with five wins. The hero has been favoured most by Team Liquid and Xtreme Gaming, each selecting him three times.