Why do thousands of players still download this specific map? Because it offers a unique hybrid experience:

First, a crucial piece of history: There is no official Dota 6.90. The original Dota Allstars, maintained by IceFrog, jumped from version 6.88 (a stable patch last updated around 2019-2020) directly to version 7.00. The 7.00 update fundamentally broke compatibility with the Warcraft III engine by introducing talents, shrines, and a new HUD.

So, where did 6.90 come from?

The "6.90 AI" maps are fan-made modifications, specifically created by the Chinese modding community (notably groups like Zhensanren or the 605 team). These creators took the official 6.88 balance data and "backported" features from Dota 2 (such as new heroes like Monkey King or Dark Willow) into the classic 6.xx framework. By naming it "6.90," they signaled it was a massive upgrade beyond IceFrog’s final official version.

The standard DotA AI maps (like those from CloudWolf or AMAI) often lagged behind the official versions. For years, players were stuck playing AI on version 6.70 or 6.80. The Map Dota 690 AI UPD bridges that gap.

Once downloaded, do not double-click the file. Instead:

If you are searching for this map, you are likely playing Warcraft III version 1.27b or 1.28 (Classic graphics enabled). Here is the standard process: