Sorry to bump this thread but I just wanted to give my impressions.
The game is literally DotA with a few additions that I like very much:
reconnect feature is a godsend and the leaver req for new games is a really good idea
the ladder system is awesome, although is pretty easy to exploit
the different maps are cool too (there are two maps and one more is coming with the next patch)
the new heroes are ok, I like the scout.
the not so good part is that IMO is too similar to DotA, I'd love to see more new stuff (items, heroes, creeps)
Also, right now is populated with noobs and if you have been playing DotA for a couple years like myself you'll end up 15-0 in most games which can be pretty boring (for both parts)
What I really dislike is that I find the game kinda clunky, unresponsive and straight confusing with so much visual effects, explosions and the damn close zoom. Although my 4 years old PC can be part of the problem :lol
Finally I'll say that is a good game that stills needs some polishing. Anyway is a great refresh for dota burned players like myself, but beware noobs because the learning curve might be steeper than DotA.
BTW is this game going to be free?