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March 13, 2026
Games with loot boxes to be rated 16 in new rule starting in June 2026
The European video game rating system, Pan European Game Information (PEGI), announced it will upgrade the ratings for games that contain loot boxes. Under the new rules, set to come…
March 13, 2026
The FGC had nothing to do this weekend (since they wouldn’t pay to watch Capcom Cup 12) so they are analyzing Chun-Li’s body instead
I’ve consistently covered the sexualization and objectification of women in gaming over the past few years, highlighting the gaming community’s desire for sexy, beautiful women all with the same body…
March 13, 2026
No, Melee pro Zain did not expose himself on stream… That was the other Zain
The Super Smash Bros. Melee community was shocked when they learned that Zain, the seemingly wholesome top player, had been banned from Twitch, especially after the FGC found out it…
March 13, 2026
Esports burnout is a huge and overlooked issue, and ZETA DIVISION wants to solve it
ZETA DIVISION is researching ways to extend esports pros’ careers, a challenge that has plagued the industry since its inception. On March 13th, ZETA DIVISION announced a joint research project…
March 13, 2026
Jeff Kaplan explains why the Overwatch League failed, but I think Blizzard failed the Overwatch League
In a super-long interview with Lex Fridman on a recent episode of his podcast, former Overwatch boss Jeff Kaplan discussed his career in gaming, including his time leading the Overwatch…
March 13, 2026
For the first time ever, the FGC wants Nintendo to sue someone: the U.S. government
The White House is on some strange kick, using video games to create cringe content on X (formerly Twitter), likely because it knows it will spark controversy and get people…
March 12, 2026
Valve’s loot boxes need to be regulated, but the New York lawsuit is just boomer hysteria
Valve has responded to an ongoing lawsuit filed in New York that claims it violated gambling laws with its loot boxes. Valve’s response: No. Multiple lawsuits have been filed against…
March 12, 2026
Aleksib doesn’t pull off tax evasion strat effectively, likely facing consequences in court
Natus Vincere captain Aleksi “Aleksib” Virolainen is currently under investigation for tax fraud in Finland. First reported by a Finnish news outlet, Aleksib has been accused of aggravated tax fraud.…
March 11, 2026
Extraction shooters are not great esports, but Marathon is certainly trying with the Tau Ceti Cup
Bungie announced the Tau Ceti Cup, Marathon‘s inaugural creator tournament, scheduled for Saturday, March 14 at 11 AM PT. Six teams will compete for custom prizes while viewers earn exclusive…
March 11, 2026
Overwatch dev calls tracking Steam player counts “maidenless behavior” — does it predict a game’s death or make it happen?
Overwatch knows a thing or two about a decline in player count. After many questionable and unpopular choices with Overwatch 2 (now just Overwatch), gamers were calling it a “dead…
March 11, 2026
Fortnite’s V-Bucks price increase aint as bad as it sounds
Epic Games has announced it will increase the cost of Fortnite‘s V-Bucks, much to the probable dismay of parents worldwide. However, the cost is not that bad, with Epic trying…
March 11, 2026
Kalshi Could Offer Global Esports Markets As Platform Expands Internationally
Kalshi has partnered with Brazilian exchange XP, marking its first international expansion with plans to reach 140 countries.
March 10, 2026
Okay, I know the FGC is cheap, but y’all are getting a bit too worked up about the Capcom Cup 12 PPV at this point
While Japan has been fine paying to view larger Street Fighter tournaments in the past, Capcom made a mistake when they announced a worldwide pay-per-view system for the championship matches…
March 10, 2026
Valve Faces Another Lawsuit Over Loot Boxes In Games
A second lawsuit in a matter of weeks has been filed against Valve, alleging that they knowingly operate unlawful gambling with loot boxes.
March 10, 2026
Epic Games Confirms Fortnite V-Bucks Price Increase
Epic Games has confirmed sweeping changes, increasing the price of V-Bucks while adjusting Battle Pass rewards & subscription benefits.
March 9, 2026
The FGC believes a Super Smash Bros. 6 announcement could be coming soon (but it may be cope)
One of my favorite things the FGC does is predict stuff about Super Smash Bros. This grew to its peak during Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, when everyone analyzed Masahiro Sakurai‘s…
March 9, 2026
“It shouldn’t be about making money turning us into a joke”: Inside the Twitch Women’s Guild after Overcooked controversy
Ahead of International Women’s Day, Twitch announced the Women’s Guild Rivals tournament, which would feature the game Overcooked 2. This casual, cooperative cooking simulator seemed like an odd way to…
March 9, 2026
PGL Makes Massive $22M Counter-Strike 2 Commitment for 2027-28
PGL has committed $22 million to six annual Counter-Strike 2 tournaments through 2028, introducing a revenue-sharing and prize pool structure.
March 6, 2026
Apex Legends Clamps Down on 3rd Party Devices in Huge Anti-Cheat Update
Respawn Entertainment has confirmed permanent bans for Apex Legends players using XIM, Cronus, and other hardware that manipulates controller.
March 6, 2026
Call of Duty Releases Statement on Leaks as Prominent Leaker Ordered to Stop
Call of Duty has issued a public statement addressing the spread of leaks, after one leaker said they had been ordered to stop sharing.
March 5, 2026
Esports Bettors Wagering More, With LoL Worlds Attracting Biggest Bets
Esports bettors wagered 31% more money in 2025 than in 2024, with League of Legends Worlds most popular, according to a new report.
March 5, 2026
Boaster Wants This Valorant Agent Nerfed After Masters Santiago
Boaster has suggested that one of Valorant’s most mobile duelists may need tuning following the action at VCT Masters Santiago.
March 4, 2026
Esports World Cup Foundation Keeping “Close Watch” As Iran Conflict Escalates
The Esports World Cup Foundation has released a statement confirming that they are monitoring the ongoing situation across the Middle East.
March 4, 2026
White House Debate Tencent Ownership of Fortnite and League of Legends Devs
US officials are reviewing Tencent’s investments in Riot Games, Epic Games, and other developers over potential national security concerns.
March 3, 2026
Riot Games Confirms Only One New Champion for 2026 Amid League Next Development
Riot Games confirmed League of Legends will get only one new champion in 2026, alongside two big reworks of current champions.
