Win.gg
News
DJ Khaled falls flat at OWL grand finals DJ Khaled falls flat at OWL grand finals
DJ Khaled struggled to hype up the crowd at the Overwatch League Grand Finals in Brooklyn.
Blizzard hired the high-profile musical artist to entertain the crowd for the last day of the finals. Fan reactions leading up to the performance were mixed.
The producer made his way onto the stage to a loud reaction. He played some of his most popular songs, but his multiple attempts to cut the music so the arena could sing the lyrics were met with silence and sometimes laughter.
The highlight for many at the event was Khaled’s cry of “Overwatch me!” and then a short-lived dance in which he awkwardly shuffled his feet around the stage. Most fans surmised that the DJ didn’t know what event he was attending, considering the “Overwatch me” comment was the only time he ever acknowledged the game.
Throughout the short lifespan of esports, tournament organizers have had similar results.
In 2006, 30 Seconds to Mars performed “A Beautiful Lie” at the Word Series of Video Games to fill time between matches for
Counter-Strike
and
Quake 4. Few people in the crowd were reactive to lead singer Jared Leto, and the rest just stood there while they waited for the games.
DreamHack Winter’s
Starcraft II
event with Darude in 2013 was awkward because after Darude pushed the button to start his hit song “Sandstorm” he awkwardly walked around the arena for six minutes.
Another DJ that flopped at an event was Deadmou5, who played at The International. The DJ cut into Evil Geniuses’ championship ceremony, casting the light away from the players that the fans were there to see.
Read Also
Counter-Strike
CS2 pro karrigan reportedly set to leave FaZe for Falcons
Hannan Mundia
Finn “karrigan” Andersen has been a cornerstone of FaZe’s CS2 team since 2021, but that may be set to change with his reported departure for Falcons. The competitive CS2 scene has a handful of reliable teams that consist of strong players. FaZe used to be part of that list, but the team’s futile attempt to qualify for the IEM Cologne Major left much to be desired. It seems that the ...
News
Donald Trump posts an image featuring crypto gambling platform Stake
Khizar Mundia
US President Donald Trump shared an image that features him, Dana White, and Stake’s logo. This has led to people questioning whether the sitting president was promoting the crypto gambling site. Trump’s Truth Social post has sparked a larger discussion on whether a president can share such images, which can be mistaken for marketing. Stake has collaborated with several prominent individuals, such as streamers, to increase its brand reach. Trump ...
News
MSL Thailand secures DXRacer partnership ahead of its first season
Hannan Mundia
With the first season of MSL Thailand on the horizon, the league has secured a partnership with DXRacer as its official gaming chair partner. Mobile Legends: Bang Bang is easily one of the most well-known MOBAs in the market, competing with giants such as League of Legends and Dota 2. The game’s esports presence is huge, and developer Moonton Games aims to take that to the next level. As part ...
News
Malta poised to introduce regulated prediction markets to Europe
Khizar Mundia
Prediction markets are all the rage right now, but Europe lacks any regulated platforms for the new gambling alternative. Malta may be changing that, as the country explores introducing prediction markets to its citizens. Depending on the jurisdiction worldwide, prediction markets are classified as gambling products or financial instruments. This means that their legal status can vary substantially by region, but Malta looks to be leading the way with the ...
News
Study: What is your late-night gaming session costing your boss?
Conn Mc Gillion
Hopping on a game with friends can keep most players up far past their regular bedtime. So much so, that it can apparently affect your boss and colleagues as well as yourself. Win.gg's latest study shows that nearly half of U.S. gamers feel less productive at work the day after a late-night gaming session, with an average productivity slump of 2 hours. 49% of employed U.S. gamers feel less productive ...
Slots
How To Play CCTV Rush Hour Game by 155.io
Simon Day
If you have your finger on the pulse of gaming, then you will know the excitement about the new Rush Hour betting game from Studio 155. This unusual and innovative game has garnered a keen following as it has expanded across a number of online casinos. It is quite different to your standard gambling options on sites and that has piqued the interest of many players seeking something new and ...
News
New York sues game developer Valve, alleges gambling promotion
Khizar Mundia
The US state of New York has filed a lawsuit against Valve Corporation, claiming as it sues the industry giant that an in-game mechanic that the developer uses and promotes in multiple popular titles is too similar to gambling. The lawsuit specifically targets loot boxes, an in-game mechanic that players unlock using real-life money for a chance to win in-game prizes. The rewards are sought after and traded, often using ...
