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Fnatic tops G2 to take spot in Worlds, breaks viewership record
William Davis
It wasn’t for the faint-hearted when Fnatic and G2 Esports clashed for the last seed in the 2021 World Championship. While it was an absolute nail-biter that went all the way to five games before culminating in a Fnatic victory, it was also a series that got attention from viewers from all over the world. The two LEC giants usually draw in a lot of viewers when they play in …
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ConcernedApe sponsors $40,000 Stardew Valley esports event
Steven Rondina
Stardew Valley is primarily known for being a wholesome and chill game. But that doesn’t mean some people don’t get intensely competitive over it. A Stardew Valley esports event has been announced with the Stardew Valley Cup. The event will feature a prize pool worth over $40,000 with a top prize of $28,000, and will see a number of content creators and speedrunners face off in a series of challenges …
Pokemon
Pokemon Unite player discovers every special move that can crit
William Davis
With 22 playable Pokemon currently available in Pokemon Unite and each one having seven different moves each, the number of skills in the game are already starting to rack up. All moves in the game have each of their own strengths, but some have the ability to hit a bit harder due to the fact that they can be a critical hit, offering a random chance of landing for even …
Pokemon
Hidden files leak that Greedent is coming to Pokemon Unite
William Davis
Data miners recently discovered that Greedent will likely be making its way to Pokemon Unite in the near future, but what is known about Sword and Shield’s leading squirrel? The playable roster of Pokemon is still very limited in Pokemon Unite, with just two new releases since the game became available on Nintendo Switch. Joining the original 20 Pokemon, both Gardevoir and Blissey were added in August, suggesting that two …
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Killjoy is keeping teleporters open with her swarm grenades
Fariha Bhatti
Bind teleporter bugs are back and this time Killjoy’s kit is the culprit. Riot Games’ approach to Valorant maps is all about individuality. Each map has a unique feature that sets it apart from the others. Some of these qualities serve a particular side in winning, while others are just here for artistic purposes. Valorant’s Bind is like no other map due to its teleporters but they’re also the root …
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Is it bad to switch between Vandal and Phantom?
Fariha Bhatti
The unceasing Vandal versus Phantom debate is still is in force after a year into Valorant’s release. However, players have now become more flexible. The Vandal versus Phantom argument is as old as the game itself. Players firmly believed that you should either be a Vandal user or a Phantom one. But, as the game matures into a cut-throat first-person shooter, the player base is also learning newer things. Many …
League of Legends
Either G2 Esports or Fnatic will miss Worlds, a 1st since 2016
William Davis
Sunday will be a big day for European League of Legends as G2 Esports clashes with Fnatic for the last spot in the 2021 World Championship and survival in the 2021 LEC Summer Split Playoffs. After an extremely competitive season in the LEC, the last Worlds 2021 seed comes down to the rivalry between G2 and Fnatic. The two teams have been the kings of Europe in each of their …
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Halo Infinite won’t have Forge or co-op campaign at launch
William Davis
Despite multiple delays, Halo Infinite will lack two iconic game modes when it launches later this year. In the most recent Halo Infinite developer update, 343 Industries laid out its plan to continue developing Halo Infinite post-launch. Part of that plan is adding in several iconic modes after Infinite’s release this holiday season. Halo Infinite will likely take a “battle pass-style” approach to monetization similar to other multiplayer shooters. Halo’s …
The most anticipated PC games in 2021
William Davis
News
Though consoles have traditionally held an advantage in certain areas, PC gamers have the ability to play every genre there is, from fighting games to slots to rhythm games. And despite some hurdles to game development over the last two years, there are still plenty of major releases set for the final months of 2021. Here are some of the biggest games set to arrive on PC later this year. …
NICKMERCS calls out CouRage for being carried in Apex Legends
Olivia Richman
Apex Legends
100 Thieves streamer and co-owner Jack “CouRage” Dunlop had his recent Apex Legends accomplishment overshadowed by drama with Nicholas “NICKMERCS” Kolcheff. After hitting Apex Legends Predator rank, NICKMERCS basically told the streamer that he was carried to the top by better players. CouRage recently left Call of Duty: Warzone to play Apex Legends, a move that many other streamers have made recently due to the large number of bugs and …
Two fan-made skins are coming to Fortnite this year
Olivia Richman
News
Two new fan-made skins are now coming to Fortnite. Epic Games held a Concept Royale to find the best fan-made skin concepts. It began on June 15 and the winners were revealed earlier this week. Those two winners will have their concepts turned into in-game outfits and will also receive $2,500 each. According to a post made by the official Fortnite team, the outfits will be debuted in December during …
Which are the best and worst maps in Valorant?
Fariha Bhatti
Valorant
Valorant has six playable maps in the active pool, and each map has a unique feature that sets it apart from the rest. While many other hero shooters have seen hero pools become generally homogenous regardless of the environment, Valorant has seen specific maps force players outside their comfort zone when it comes to agents. That said, some maps are simply more entertaining than others due to design and features. …
Smoke bug on CSGO map Ancient costs pro player his life
Fariha Bhatti
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It’s no secret that Counter-Strike: Global Offensive’s latest map Ancient has minor problems but this new smoke grenade bug is too risky. Valve’s recent addition to the CSGO map pool was well-received but players continue to encounter minor bugs. Despite its exceptional design that pays homage to 1.6 map Aztec, players aren’t entirely happy due to recurring issues. Previous glitches didn’t necessarily impact the game results but this new one …
Everything you need to know about Stardew Valley mods
Steven Rondina
News
Stardew Valley mods can make for a smoother first playthrough of the game, or they can freshen things up and add some variety for returning players. Either way, mods bring a lot of value to Stardew Valley. Gaming’s foremost farming simulator has a strong modding community that offers everything from new crops and alternate skins to entirely new characters. Stardew Valley players have a lot to choose from when it …
All Pokemon expected to be in Pokemon Legends: Arceus
William Davis
Pokemon
Pokemon Legends: Arceus is set to release on January 28 next year, but plenty of Pokemon, both new and old, have already been revealed as part of the game. The game will be a completely new take on Pokemon, as it will be a big RPG taking place in the Hisui region centuries before it became the Sinnoh region from Pokemon Diamond and Pearl. So far, it looks like the …
EU Masters 2021 group draw locks in main event matchups
Tokoni Uti
League of Legends
With the play-in stage now over, the 16 remaining teams now know who stands in their way on their road to the knockout stage. The draw took place soon after AGO ROGUE’s 2-1 victory over aNc Outplayed as the Polish squad became the last to qualify for the main event. Now all teams will now have until Monday, August 30 to prepare for their group stage foes. https://twitter.com/EUMasters/status/1428447724941238278 France’s first …
Here’s how to make and use custom menu backgrounds in CSGO
Steven Rondina
Counter-Strike
Did you know that you can create custom backgrounds for in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive? And that it’s really easy to do? If you’ve watched many CSGO streamers, you’ve probably seen personalities use custom menu backgrounds at some point. These might be pictures of themselves, homages to CSGO esports’ most memorable moments, or something else entirely. Either way, it’s a great way to add some fun to the game before you …
Asmongold mocks OnlyFans over prohibiting sexual content
Olivia Richman
News
Controversial streamer Zack “Asmongold” always has something bold to say. This time, the World of Warcraft and Final Fantasy player had harsh words for OnlyFans. The internet has received some shocking news regarding the aforementioned website. Starting in October, OnlyFans may prohibit creators from posting some sexually explicit content. Sex workers will still be able to put up nude photos and videos if they agree with OnlyFans’ new policy, which …
Call of Duty Vanguard revealed for November, integrates Warzone
William Davis
News
The next title in the Call of Duty franchise has finally been revealed, but the old games aren’t done just yet. Call of Duty Vanguard is a first-person shooter set in World War II that is being developed by Sledgehammer Games. The title will be the newest mainline entry in the Call of Duty series. Instead of replacing the previous titles, Warzone will continue to receive post-launch development alongside Vanguard. …
ESL One Fall Bootcamp group stage opening round betting picks
William Davis
Dota 2
ESL One Fall on patch 7.30 is guaranteed to be entertaining, but its group stage format could make it even more lucrative. The group stage of ESL One Fall Bootcamp Edition is best-of-two with a point system. In addition to fun storylines created by ties, that means higher odds and bigger payouts for savvy Dota 2 bettors. This tournament is your last chance to bolster your funds before The International …
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