After scores of complaints from the community and a lot of whining, Valve has removed the Side Shops and has replaced it with recycling immortals.
The new side shop feature, which was partially inspired by Dota Underlords which allowed players to spend ‘gold’ obtained through the Battle Pass to buy item sets or Battle Pass Treasures and even Arcanas has been removed.
Recycling Immortals
With this, Valve also removed the ticket system required to enter the daily Gauntlet challenge. Players only need to have the Battle Pass to compete in it.
The wagering system has also been restored to the one used in previous TI Battle Passes, simplifying it.