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These are the highest paid gamers in Malaysia
William Davis
Did you know that the vast majority of Southeast Asia’s urban online population are gamers? Over 80% of people living in Southeast Asia consider themselves gamers, according to Consumer Insights and data from Newzoo Pro. Southeast Asia generated game revenues of $4.4 billion in 2019, with a bigger part of it (70%) coming from the mobile segment. This once again demonstrates the popularity of online gaming and its expected fast …
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How big is Genshin Impact’s map? Leaked world map reveals all
William Davis
Genshin Impact’s map is absolutely massive, and it still has plenty of room to grow. As of update 2.2, Genshin Impact’s open world consists of three nations and one sub-area. Monstadt, Liyue, and Inazuma represent the three main nations of Teyvat. Dragonspine Mountain is currently the only sub-area, with Liyue’s Chasm is rumored to be next. Each region is a massive area to explore with its own geography, towns, enemies, …
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Everything we know about Call of Duty: Vanguard’s release
William Davis
Call of Duty: Vanguard is just around the corner, but many key details are still hard to find. Call of Duty: Vanguard is the next installment in the world’s most popular first-person shooter franchise. The highly-anticipated title is a direct mainline sequel to Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War. Set in World War 2, the story will follow five different soldiers all across the globe. The game will feature …
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The hot new trend is betting on esports
William Davis
A few years ago, esports was a small niche in the sports betting industry. Since then, this has changed dramatically. Starting with very good odds, the excitement and variety of the digital sports world has done the rest. Esports betting is on the rise. In esports, two teams face each other in a video game, either at home via the internet or at a large event in-person. At the same …
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The biggest esports streamers
William Davis
Esports used to be an extremely niche hobby, but over the last decade it has exploded into the public consciousness. In 2021, more than 25 million people will have viewed esports content online, and those views make up almost half of all gaming content views online. But how did esports get to this stage? The rise of streaming platforms like Twitch has helped drive the sport forwards. Being able to …
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Alleged leaked DMs reveal Valkyrae is looking to quit RFLCT
Fariha Bhatti
A private conversation between Ludwig and Valkyrae has allegedly been leaked, and it seems to show that the YouTube streamer is looking to quit the RFLCT project shortly after announcing it. Valkyrae’s skincare line RFLCT stirred a massive controversy in the gaming community. The recent events add a new twist to the story, painting Valkyrae as more naive than insidious in the planning and development of the RFLCT brand. https://twitter.com/JakeSucky/status/1453709805311377409 …
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Team ItsEyeQew wins Twitch Rivals Iron Trials Showdown
Olivia Richman
Twitch Rivals’ Iron Trials Showdown has ended with Team ItsEyeQew emerging as the victors. The Call of Duty: Warzone tournament was held on October 26, with 50 trios competing in custom Iron Trials ’84 games for their share of a $75,000 prize pool. Iron Trials was announced in September as a mode dedicated to highly competitive players with changes that better reflected this group of top competitors. https://twitter.com/TwitchRivals/status/1453213641289969667?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1453213641289969667%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dbltap.com%2Fposts%2Fteam-itseyeqew-wins-twitch-rivals-warzone-iron-trials-showdown-01fk0wg8e69n Despite the …
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Monster Hunter Stories 2 is an RPG that gives you wings
William Davis
The long Monster Hunter Stories sequel has arrived. Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is here and fans can’t get enough. This famous fantasy series from Capcom has delivered another strong installment. Not only does it retain the classic Monster Hunter feel, but it has great graphics and strong execution that should satisfy both longtime fans and newcomers to the series. Capcom is a familiar name to any longtime …
Daigo is helping develop gamer gum to improve esports performance
William Davis
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Pro gamers have helped create all sorts of esports gear, but the grand frontier of chewing gum has never been done before. Until now. Fighting game legend Daigo Umehara has revealed a partnership with Japanese snack company Lotte to create an esports-focused chewing gum. The Beast revealed four photos through social media that show off the developing project. Lotte’s esports gum targets hardcore gamers and esports professionals as the intended …
Everything you need to know about the Nintendo 3DS in 2021
Steven Rondina
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The Nintendo 3DS doesn’t often pop into mind when people discuss the greatest game consoles of all time, and that’s a bit of a shame. What might be Nintendo’s last dedicated handheld gaming device delivered a beautiful assortment of games. From remastered console classics to new installments in familiar franchises and even fresh originals, the 3DS had it all. Even though the platform has largely been abandoned by Nintendo in …
PUBG Halloween event brings back Fantasy Battle Royale in PUBG Labs
William Davis
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The most popular April Fools joke in PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds returns with a fresh coat of paint for Halloween. The newest PUBG Labs is a re-run of Fantasy Battle Royale to celebrate the spooky season. This mode lets you dress up as a medieval warrior and duke it out with other players on the fields of Erangel. Players have four classes to choose from, each with their own specialties. Alongside this …
You should know these indie game developers
William Davis
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As major game studios continue to pump out yearly iterations of major sports and FPS franchises with seemingly diminishing returns, it comes as no surprise that more and more gamers have gone to the indie side in search of more imaginative and original experiences. The best-selling video game of all time, Minecraft, is an indie, and the indie development model often seems like a better bet for talented developers looking …
The most popular heroes in the history of The International
William Davis
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The International 2021 is done and dusted, adding to the tournament’s illustrious history. The likes of Magnus and Lycan dominated the tournament, but that hasn’t always been the case. Other heroes have long histories of success at the event and have defined the meta for pub games as well. Here are the top-performing heroes of TI9, and how they did. The International tournament is the biggest esports tournament in the …
Genshin Impact DPS tier list following update 2.2
William Davis
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Looking for a tier list to help you wipe out enemies in Genshin Impact? Every single character in Genshin Impact has its own specialty. Some are meant to support elemental reactions or keep the squad healthy. Others are for turning Hilichurls into ragdolls. With more than a dozen dedicated DPS characters, some stand out more than others. Here is the definitive tier list for Genshin Impact DPS characters, and what …
How to keep gaming accounts secure
William Davis
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For online gamers, an ideal gaming experience is where they only need to play the game and win without being concerned about other real-world factors. In this ideal experience, you only need to consider placing first in a race, exploring the next dungeon, winning a bet on a live football game, or collecting materials for a new weapon. However, when playing games online, there are other things you need to …
Five tips for starting Genshin Impact in 2021
William Davis
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Just getting started with Genshin Impact? Hit the ground running with these five tips. It’s easy to feel lost when starting Genshin Impact. There’s so much to do and see that it can feel overwhelming at first. Whether your goal is to explore every inch of land, defeat the strongest enemies, or experience the expansive story, here are five tips for starting Genshin Impact. New Genshin Impact accounts get a …
Valkyrae promises “sources” to come on RFLCT skincare claims
Fariha Bhatti
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Rachell “Valkyrae” Hofstetter has finally broken her silence and has promised to add “sources” to her RFLCT skincare line product’s website. Two days after the release of RFLCT, Valkyrae has responded to the growing criticism towards her new product. The streamer called the brutal reaction “warranted” and promised that sources explaining RFLCT’s purpose would soon appear on its website. https://twitter.com/Valkyrae/status/1451299256657068034 “I also was very upset and confused when I saw …
ConcernedApe reveals his new game, Haunted Chocolatier
Steven Rondina
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Stardew Valley creator Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone has finally given fans a proper look at his new game, entitled Haunted Chocolatier. The game designer showed a gameplay trailer for the new game after years of speculation over what was in store for fans. There are finally some answers, with Haunted Chocolatier looking to be a blend of Stardew Valley and the Atelier series published by Koei Tecmo. Rather than juggling various …
As esports grows, so too do its sponsorships
William Davis
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The esports industry is one of the fastest growing industries today. For the first time, the total annual revenue of the entire esports ecosystem will exceed $1 billion in 2021. Revenues have been projected to surpass $1.6 billion in 2024. The growth of the industry is reflected in viewership and mainstream visibility, as well as sponsorship agreements. Behind the top teams and events are some of largest companies in the …
The gaps between esports and cannabis are being bridged
William Davis
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To many, cannabis and competitive gaming might seem like two disparate industries. But it’s increasingly being proven that these two burgeoning markets have a lot in common, and that it’s only a matter of time before these commonalities are brought further to light. The similarities are there when we take the time to look for them. Both the cannabis and esports industries are nascent, but developing quickly. Entrepreneurs in either …
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