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August 16, 2019
Pro Fortnite players react the B.R.U.T.E Mech Patch
Fortnite latest season saw the introduction of some overpowered mechs named B.R.U.T.Es. These devices spawned all over the map in varying amounts, then spawned again between each storm phase. With…
August 16, 2019
Conclusions after the first two days of The International 2019
The International 2019 has finally begun and we’re about to enter the third competitive day of the Group Stage. In this article, I will take you through the results of…
August 16, 2019
The breakfast of champions: Kellogg’s sponsors esports
There’s no shortage of non-esports brands that invest in and spend on esports ventures – from car brands to mobile phone providers, just about everyone wants a slice of the…
August 16, 2019
Biggest changes in TFT after the update
If you are into TFT and you spend a lot of time playing this up and coming game, then you definitely know that meta is constantly changing. For instance, we…
August 16, 2019
Tiebreaker mind breaker in Week 9 of the LEC
The final week of the LEC has shaped up to be most explosive one this year. Last week we wrote about the importance of Week 8 for Origen, Vitality and…
August 15, 2019
The Fortnite World Cup and its successful streaming
Since its appearance on the scene of the Battle Royale format games exactly in September 2017, Fortnite has overshadowed all other contenders for the title of the most popular online…
August 15, 2019
FGC bans female Street Fighter Pro for inappropriate behaviour
As in any type of environment, really, the organisers of esports events have to take care in order to make sure that none of their attendees are harassed or otherwise…
August 14, 2019
Dota 2 Battle Pass and items are LIVE!
As of today’s update, Dota 2’s most recent updates and items are live! That means that the ‘Majesty of the Colossus’ prestige item set is available for Tiny at Battle…
August 14, 2019
The International 2019: Groups Analysis and Predictions
Twenty-four hours before The International 2019 group stage was set to begin. With light and scene check going on at the Mercedes-Benz Arena in Shanghai, the organizers finally announced the…
August 14, 2019
Kyla Ren on her passion – Interview with a cosplayer
Swiss cosplayer and Twitch affiliate Kyla Ren is one of the more talented cosplayers out there. She frequently posts amazing content of herself in various outfits and getups, as well…
August 14, 2019
Around the OWL: San Francisco Shock, Guangzhou Charge continue to perform
With just two weeks left in the final stage of regular season play, the top half of the table has seen some noticeable shifts as NYXL have dipped in form…
August 14, 2019
Riot Games leaks new champion in login screen
In the latest release of the Public Beta Environment, also known as the PBE, Riot may have very well leaked their upcoming champion. The log in screen file had been…
August 14, 2019
Following recent ESA announcements, what will be the future of Loot boxes?
Just a few days ago, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) announced that Microsoft, Nintendo, and Sony, the main online gaming platforms, will implement new policies that will allow players to…
August 13, 2019
Best TFT Combo of the week – Win more with this team comp
If you are looking for a decent TFT team comp which will enable you to constantly grab one of the top 4 spots, I think I have something for you,…
August 13, 2019
Is it Hanwha’s time to shine? – LCK Week 10 Days 1 & 2 Predictions
LCK Week 10 Day 1 SK Telecom T1 vs. DAMWON Gaming SK Telecom T1 are far from their dominant form seen earlier this year in the Spring split. That said,…
August 13, 2019
Bugha’s swatting shows the competitive Fortnite community has a problem
Bugha’s inspiration victory at the Fortnite World Cup provoked a lot of people outside of Esports to sit up and take notice. Unfortunately, that has been followed by a fresh…
August 12, 2019
Activision Blizzard’s last earnings report surprised investors – changes disappoint fans
While not as big as some of Activision Blizzard’s other esports, the game has plenty of fans and a lot of game titles to show for it. Just a little…
August 12, 2019
Ninja and Twitch drama – Twitch advertises porn on Ninja’s stream
Only days after Ninja announced his exclusive partnership with Twitch’s competing streaming platform, Mixer, drama has arrived. This drama comes as Ninja halts activity on Twitch, only for the company…
August 12, 2019
EZ365 unveils esports betting blockchain service
Gaming fans should take note of the recent announcement that EZ365 have made plans to introduce a brand new esports betting platform that’s based on blockchain technology. As of early…
August 9, 2019
The International 2019 prize pool distribution revealed – And it’s not what we were expecting!
The prize pool distribution for The International 2019 tournament has been revealed and the percentages are both reassuring and controversial. Reassuring for the lower placed teams, who will be making…
August 9, 2019
Big week for Origen, Vitality and Schalke04 in the LEC
Week 7 finally confirmed the first three playoffs participants. G2 is safely ahead in the standings and will probably remain the top team in Summer. Fnatic and Splyce will probably…
August 9, 2019
Around the OWL: standings up in the air after massive week of upsets
With the 2-2-2 role lock in play, it seemed like the amount of surprises we would get as spectators of the Overwatch League would start to dwindle given the rigidness…
August 9, 2019
Kappa Sportswear and Vexed Gaming announce a partnership
Recently the famous Manchester-based house has announced an agreement where Kappa will provide clothing for their team. In the words of Joe Pilato, Sports Marketing Executive for Kappa UK “The…
August 9, 2019
Bugha and Ninja return to a very different Fortnite Friday
Fortnite Friday returned from its hiatus earlier this year, as something of a PR-resuscitation move for sponsors FaZe following tfue’s departure and lawsuit. As that storm has blown over, the…
August 9, 2019
StarLadder CSGO Major Underdogs – Can Gambit scenario happen again?
Do you remember Gambit winning PGL Major Kraków back in 2017? Speak your mind, did you ever expect those guys to dominate teams like SK, fnatic, Virtus.Pro and Astralis? To…