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LoL Esports
February 19, 2026

NLC Responds to Payment Delay Accusations at Start of 2026 Season

The Northern League of Legends Championship has responded to accusations of missed payments to contractors as the 2026 season gets underway.
Apex Legends
February 19, 2026

Apex Legends Joins Inaugural Esports Nations Cup Lineup

Apex Legends will feature at the inaugural Esports Nations Cup in Riyadh, with 40 national teams competing from November 26–29, 2026.
LoL Esports
February 19, 2026

Former Los Ratones Players Hint at Korea Reunion After LEC Versus Exit

Crownie and Velja hint at a Korea bootcamp during MSI, raising questions about a potential Los Ratones reunion months after shutdown.
LoL Esports
February 19, 2026

League Patch 26.4: Annie Buff, Ryze Ult Fix, Omnivamp Changes & More

League of Legends Patch 26.4 buffs Annie, fixes Ryze’s Realm Warp, and adds a new ping detection system ahead of First Stand.
Pokémon
February 18, 2026

Pokemon Boss Confirms “No Plans” To Make TCG Pocket a Competitive Esport Title

The Pokemon Company confirms Pokemon TCG Pocket has no plans to join the official esports circuit and will remain a side event.
Gaming
February 18, 2026

Marvel Rivals Season 6.5 Adds Elsa Bloodstone & Launches Tournament Mode

Season 6.5 has arrived in Marvel Rivals, introducing new playable hero Elsa Bloodstone and the game’s first in-client tournament system.
Valorant
February 18, 2026

Gekko Buffed in Valorant 12.03 Patch Notes

Riot Games has buffed Gekko in Valorant Patch 12.03, making Mosh Pit reclaimable and improving his mid-round flexibility.
Sportsbooks
February 17, 2026

Prediction Market Platform Forkast Partners With GRID As Esports Data Supplier

Prediction market platform Forkast announced on Monday that it has partnered with GRID, integrating esports data directly into markets.
Apex Legends
February 17, 2026

ImperialHal Having “Most Fun in a Long Time” After Apex Legends Season 28 Update

ImperialHal has heaped praise on Apex Legends Season 28, calling the Octane changes the most fun he's had on the game "in a long time."
Esports News
February 16, 2026

Polymarket User Generates $118,000 In A Month Of Esports Wagers

One Polymarket user has taken advantage of esports' growth on the platform, generating $118,000 in profit from wagers in just one month. 
Rainbow Six
February 16, 2026

FaZe Clan Secure Back-to-Back Rainbow Six Invitational Championship Wins

FaZe Clan secure back-to-back Six Invitational titles, winning the 2026 Grand Final to cement their Siege dynasty.
Rainbow Six
February 16, 2026

Rainbow Six Siege Year 11 Roadmap: Solid Snake, Ranked Changes, R6 Mobile

Ubisoft reveals Rainbow Six Siege Year 11, adding Solid Snake, Ranked changes, R6 ShieldGuard anti-cheat, and a February mobile launch.
PUBG
February 16, 2026

PUBG Added To Esports Nations Cup 2026 Lineup

PUBG: Battlegrounds will feature at the inaugural Esports Nations Cup 2026 in Riyadh, with 24 national teams competing for the title.
Esports News
February 13, 2026

Esports & Sports Betting Company Rivalry Scales Back Operations & Explores Sale

Rivalry has paused betting activity and cut staff as it evaluates strategic alternatives, including potential asset sales or restructuring.
Esports News
February 13, 2026

DraftKings Q4 Results: Sports Betting Growth Leads To Company Profits

DraftKings reported its Q4 results on Thursday, highlighting revenue growth of 43%, largely due to record sports betting handles. 
Call of Duty
February 13, 2026

Black Ops 7 Dev Confirms Major Sniper Nerf Coming After CDL Ban Debacle

Black Ops 7 Ranked Play will remove sniper aim assist following CDL Major 1 controversy and a dramatic reversal on sniper bans.
Esports News
February 12, 2026

Oddin.gg Expands Esports Betting Solutions By Securing Maryland License

Esports betting solutions provider Oddin.gg has secured a sports betting vendor license in the US state of Maryland. 
Call of Duty
February 12, 2026

Cloud9 Signs ex-Fortnite Pro to Call of Duty League Team

This ex Fortnite pro played his last FNCS tournament just 6 months ago – now, he's been signed to Cloud9's Call of Duty League team.
LoL Esports
February 12, 2026

Caedrel Confirms Los Ratones to Shut Down After LEC Versus Disappointment

After failing to qualify for playoffs at LEC Versus, team founder Caedrel has officially confirmed that Los Ratones will be shutting down.
Valorant
February 12, 2026

Riot Moves VCT EMEA Stage 2 Finals To Barcelona

Riot Games has confirmed the VCT EMEA Stage 2 Finals will take place at Barcelona’s Olímpic Arena from August 28–30.
Call of Duty
February 12, 2026

Team Vitality Build Veteran Warzone Roster for Esports World Cup 2026

Team Vitality have rejoined Call of Duty: Warzone with a veteran trio as they target victory at the 2026 Esports World Cup.
LoL Esports
February 11, 2026

LoL’s TheBaus Reveals He Quit Pro Play After Los Ratones Missed LEC Versus Playoffs

TheBaus has announced he is quitting professional League of Legends after Los Ratones' elimination from LEC Versus playoff contention.
Gaming
February 11, 2026

Jynxzi Slams Supercell Over Clash Royale “Historic Year” Snub

Jynxzi has criticized Supercell after its Clash Royale “historic year” recap failed to credit creators for the game’s recent resurgence.
Esports News
February 11, 2026

BLAST Announces Polymarket Partnership as Esports Prediction Markets Expand

BLAST has announced a new partnership with Polymarket, naming the platform its “Official Prediction Partner.”
Fortnite
February 11, 2026

Fortnite Adds New Anti-Cheat Systems from Call of Duty & Valorant

Fortnite developer Epic Games is introducing stricter anti-cheat requirements for PC players competing in tournaments.
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