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ScreaM still prefers CSGO to Valorant, despite success in VCT
Fariha Bhatti
Tyler “Ninja” Blevins recently asked his fans a question, with Adil “ScreaM” Benrlitom giving him a surprising answer. Counter-Strike has some of the sharpest shooters in all of esports but even against that fierce competition, ScreaM earned the label of “Headshot Machine.” His departure from the game in favor of Valorant was met with sadness, but a recent tweet shows he’s still a CSGO guy for life even if he’s …
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sinatraa is streaming again, wants to return to pro Valorant
Fariha Bhatti
Jay “sinatraa” Won has already revealed his future plans soon after receiving a six-month suspension from Riot Games. Riot Games’ unexpected announcement that forbids sinatraa from pro Valorant play has just dropped, but the former Sentinels player is already back on Twitch. The 21-year-old is also eager to return to pro play after serving the suspension period. In the official verdict, Riot clarified that the punishment comes from sinatraa’s lack …
League of Legends
DWG KIA vs. MAD Lions MSI 2021 betting analysis
William Davis
The second semifinal of this year’s Mid-Season Invitational will be played between defending world champion DWG KIA and European challenger MAD Lions. A best-of-five series between the LCK and LEC has been anticipated ever since the 2020 World Championship and now it’s finally here. While it will be a new representative from the LEC in MAD Lions, it’s looking to be a great match that will add to the rivalry …
Dota 2
Ceb has Twitter meltdown after OG misses WePlay AniMajor
Steven Rondina
Anyone that follows European Dota 2 teams on Twitter has seen plenty of shade getting thrown over the last 18 months, but not everyone can comfortably take the heat. Sebastian “Ceb” Debs isn’t taking kindly to the dogpiling that has happened to his team, OG. The two-time The International champions are set to miss out on the WePlay AniMajor after a fifth-place finish in DreamLeague Season 15 and will need …
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The dark side of esports’ rise in popularity
William Davis
Casinos, poker, and sports betting are some of the most forms of online gambling. However, many are unaware of esports betting and loot boxes. These are illegal in some countries and almost always beyond the jurisdiction of any regulatory authority. Loot boxes have been accused of contributing to child gambling and video game developers are rarely open with players regarding the odds they face when it comes to getting a …
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This Clash Royale deck guide will level up your game
Steven Rondina
Clash Royale is technically a tower defense game, but it’s also a collectible card game. And making the best use of your cards is a big part of winning in Clash Royale. Players use cards to shore up their defenses or to press an advantage, and building up a deck that has a clear and focused strategy is of the utmost importance for actually winning games in Clash Royale. Here …
Apex Legends
Apex Legends Global Series Championship prize may hit $3 million
Olivia Richman
The Apex Legends Global Series Championship is potentially getting a much larger prize pool. The event’s $1 million prize pool may be boosted up to $3 million. The tournament is set to begin on May 22, but Respawn Entertainment had some last-minute changes to announce. In a tweet, the official Apex Legends account informed fans that the prize pool was now able to reach a whopping $3 million through in-game …
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Everything you need to know about Hololive and VTubers
Steven Rondina
Social media trends can explode overnight and become a mainstream sensation. Right now, the biggest social media trend is VTubers. On both Twitch and YouTube, a slew of content creators has exploded to recognizability almost out of nowhere. At the center of the VTuber sensation is a company known as Hololive. But what is Hololive? And what exactly is VTubing? This is everything you need to know about the latest …
5 crazy Dota 2 facts you probably didn’t know
Steven Rondina
Dota 2
Dota 2 is a game with 120 characters full of lore, almost 15 years of history as an esport, and an origin as a custom map for a completely different game. Even within its recent history, publisher Valve has changed plans and retconned backstories for a variety of reasons. This has made for a lot of weird, interesting trivia within Dota 2. There are far deeper cuts within Dota 2 …
RNG vs. PSG Talon MSI 2021 betting analysis
William Davis
League of Legends
The first semifinal of the 2021 Mid-Season Invitational is between two teams that have been closer than expected at the year’s first international tournament. With Royal Never Give Up still being one of the clear favorites to win MSI 2021, PSG Talon could make it hard for them in the semifinals after finishing the rumble stage with some impressive performances. Having to play with a bot lane substitute all the …
Banks regrets FaZe Clan’s refusal to sign YouTube star MrBeast
Fariha Bhatti
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Can you picture Jimmy “MrBeast” Donaldson in FaZe Clan’s red jersey? It was a possibility five years ago. MrBeast is second to none when it comes to over-the-top videos, with that content propelling him to enormous success on YouTube. In 2021, any YouTube network would die to have him in their stable, but FaZe Clan executive Richard “Banks” Bengston claims that the organization didn’t bother to sign him. Twice On …
Is GALA the best player at the 2021 Mid-Season Invitational?
William Davis
League of Legends
Royal Never Give Up bot laner Chen “GALA” Wei has been a treat to watch at the 2021 Mid-Season Invitational so far and is rocking some of the best stats among all competing players. After joining RNG in June 2020, GALA has been on an upward trajectory individually. After just two splits with the organization, many would now consider GALA as one of the best bot laners in the LPL, …
Snax ace can’t stop NiP’s controversial win in Anonymo rematch
Fariha Bhatti
Counter-Strike
Ninjas in Pyjamas finally managed to win its controversial rematch against Anonymo, but Janusz “Snax” Pogorzelski didn’t make it easy. The May 18 game between the two European sides by far one of the most anticipated games of Flashpoint Season 3. The two teams locked horns on May 14, but packet loss issues plagued Anonymo’s win against Ninjas in Pyjamas and created instant controversy. We spoke internally about Flashpoint’s decision, …
xQc has a lot to say on Twitch suspending Amouranth’s ads
Olivia Richman
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Twitch streamer Kaitlyn “Amouranth” Siragusa recently went on a long rant on Twitter after the streaming platform indefinitely suspended her advertising privileges, allegedly without warning. But Felix “xQc” Lengyel was quite pleased with Twitch’s decision. Amouranth wrote on Twitter that advertising was indefinitely suspended on her channel but she wasn’t sure exactly why. She says that Twitch had never reached out to her or given any prior warnings. All of …
What are the best cars in Rocket League in 2021?
Fariha Bhatti
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Rocket League’s steep learning curve makes it one of the trickiest games to master if you’re just starting. However, picking the right car can help make the learning process a bit easier. Psyonix’s high powered hybrid of arcade-style soccer game is one of the trending racing esports in 2021. A fierce blend of competitive spirit and bright visuals is a tempting treat for both casual and serious players. Rocket League …
Fortnite x NBA event confirmed with NBA skins and tournament
Steven Rondina
Fortnite
Fortnite is set to feature another huge collaboration. Epic Games has announced a crossover event between Fortnite and the NBA. “Fortnite x NBA: The Crossover” will see custom skin sets for each NBA team released in Fortnite. Alongside this will be other unique offerings tailored around specific big-name players who happen to be fans of Fortnite. This confirmed part of previous leaks from the Epic Games vs. Apple lawsuit. Lace …
Agent 16 leaks point to Grenadier as Valorant’s next new agent
Fariha Bhatti
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As the latest addition to the Valorant agent roster, Astra is still finding her footing in the loaded squad of duelists. While players are still adjusting to her kit, Riot Games may be gearing up to deliver a whole new character. Valorant’s new agent may have grenades similar to Raze’s paint shells, new leaks suggest. Reliable leaker and data miner Mike revealed a potential name for the upcoming Valorant agent. …
Cloud9 Fudge lead top laners in kills after MSI 2021 Rumble Stage
William Davis
League of Legends
Despite not making it to the semifinals at the 2021 Mid-Season Invitational, Cloud9 top laner Ibrahim “Fudge” Allami is leading in kills among all top laners at the tournament. To everyone’s surprise, Fudge has been one of the absolute best performers for Cloud9 throughout the tournament. Some would even argue that Fudge has been the best player representing North America during MSI 2021, which makes the upcoming split even more …
NOOB® Energy is doing energy drinks differently, and it works
William Davis
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There are a whole lot of energy drinks out there to the point where almost all of them blend together. A relative newcomer in NOOB® Energy stands apart, though. The drink has a unique look, taste, and brand that creates some separation in the crowded energy drink field. One of the biggest things that sets apart NOOB® Energy from the rest of the energy drink field is the Clutchin’ Kiwi …
Here’s how Valorant agents would look as McDonald’s employees
Fariha Bhatti
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Have you ever wondered what Viper’s job would be if she weren’t a fierce Valorant controller? A fan has an idea. Twitter user McValorant’s new art is going viral among the fans of Riot’s shooter for all the right reasons. The creative player has turned the sparking Valorant agents into McDonald’s employees. #jett #valorant #VALORANT #VALORANTChallengers #ValorantArt #McDonalds #riot #RiotGames #RIOT pic.twitter.com/ZlSCeJrKt0 — McValorant (@McValorant) April 26, 2021 Players have …
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