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Nintendo Direct June 2026: Zelda, Fire Emblem, Pokémon DLC, and more announced
Zachary Roberts
After months of waiting, a real Nintendo Direct was announced for June 9, accompanied by a Treehouse Live afterward. There hasn’t been one since August, which left the Nintendo Switch 2 pretty barren in terms of first-party titles. That changed with this stream. Here’s everything that was announced. First up, the initial reveal at the June Nintendo Direct was Rhythm Heaven Groove. This was not a new revelation, as it …
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These are three of the best crypto casino apps at the moment
Conn Mc Gillion
Crypto casinos have never been more popular, with advances in technology ensuring that there are tens of top brands available. We cover them thoroughly all across our site, but the issue is that many of these crypto casinos do not provide a dedicated mobile experiences for their players. In this guide, we’re going to outline some of the best crypto casino apps that you can try out for yourself, looking …
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Here are Five Thunderpick Originals games to play
Ian John
Crypto casinos have developed their own niche within the online gaming industry. Alongside the typical casino fare of slots and table games, a new type of game has proliferated in these new era casinos. The so-called “Originals” titles, designed with excitement, instant gameplay, streamer-friendly elements and provably fair outcomes in mind. Amongst the new breed of casinos that offer these types of games is Thunderpick. Formed as an esports betting …
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Sykkuno returns to streaming after cheating controversy
Khizar Mundia
Twitch streamer Sykkuno stepped away from streaming and the internet following cheating accusations levied against him earlier this year, but he has now returned and also discussed the situation in his comeback broadcast. Sykkuno became famous with his Among Us content, but the streamer continued to expand and then became known for his Valorant collaborations — he even streamed alongside many top creators, such as Disguised Toast and Corpse Husband. …
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Twitch announces AI stream summaries at TwitchCon
Conn Mc Gillion
At TwitchCon 2026 in Rotterdam, Twitch has announced a new AI stream summary feature, which has already started to turn heads. This let viewers catch up on what they missed through the AI summary, before they jump into the live stream. This is one of the key features that was announced on May 30th at the Twitch Convention Opening Ceremony, hosted by Twitch CEO Dan Clancy and Mary Kish. The …
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This is how to get started on Club and earn ClubCash
Hannan Mundia
Club.com is a newly-launched creator-focused social platform created by the minds behind Kick and Stake — but how can users start with it to earn the in-platform currency called ClubCash? The social media space is basically a race to see who can bring their more creative endeavours to life first. Ed Craven and Bijan Tehrani have already made waves by creating Kick and Stake, both of which have gone on …
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KSI leaves Sidemen — here’s what’s next for the YouTuber
Khizar Mundia
Sidemen is one of the most popular content collectives in the world, but the YouTube organization is losing one of its most prominent members, with Olajide “KSI” Olayinka Williams Olatunji leaving the group. Sidemen started off as a group of friends who created content and ended up expanding into mainstream media, such as Netflix and YouTube Premium. The organization didn’t just gain massive fame; it set a standard where every …
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iShowSpeed explains the preparation behind his IRL streaming setup
Khizar Mundia
Darren “iShowSpeed” Watkins Jr. has revealed how he prepares for his massive IRL tours, sharing the details that go into making his streaming setup perfect. iShowSpeed is arguably the most popular IRL streamer in the world — and not for nothing. The YouTuber has visited several countries, interacted with his international fans, and livestreamed it all to his viewers. This is a great way to exchange cultures and has boosted …
Team Liquid wins MPL PH Season 17 after 4-2 win over Falcons
Titas Khan
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The Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) MPL Philippines Season 17 has come to an end with Team Liquid PH securing the Grand Final with a 4-2 win over Team Falcons PH. The Grand Final was a thrilling back-and-forth contest between the two teams, with scores tied after the first four games of the series. However, Liquid rallied to secure back-to-back wins, ultimately lifting the championship. Liquid and Falcons both finished …
TI-Champions Tundra Esports exit Dota 2 as roster transfers to 1win
Michael Hassall
Dota 2
Tundra Esports has revealed it’s leaving Dota 2 after six years and a victory at The International 2022. The UK-based organization has announced its roster will transfer directly to 1win for future events. The announcement, posted on Tundra’s socials on June 1, confirms rumors and earlier social posts from 1win which hinted at a new lineup. With the move, however, questions about 1win’s existing EEU roster and attendance at The …
Three of the best LoL players of all time
Hannan Mundia
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League of Legends has been dominating the professional gaming space for over a decade, but which three players have proven that they deserve to be called the best? It’s no secret that League of Legends is a dominating force in the esports scene. It’s arguably the most popular PC MOBA, and stands tall alongside giants such as Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) and Dota 2. It’s only natural that this …
These are the best VR casino games to try
Ian John
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Virtual reality (VR) gaming has arrived, and among the wide variety of titles available, casino games were some of the earliest releases to make a strong impression in this emerging immersive medium. The best VR casino games each offer something different, but the thing that they have in common is complete realism. By donning your Oculus Rift, Meta Quest, Steam VR or PlayStation VR headset, you can be transported to …
Age of Mythology never got its big LAN moment – Now it will at Gameathlon Athens
Michael Hassall
Esports Betting
After years of decline, and the indignity of being left of top Age of Empires events like Red Bull: Wololo, Age of Mythology will once again have a top-flight esports tournament as the game books a spot at Gameathlon Athens in September. Unveiled earlier this week, but announced via Reddit on May 28, the Age of Mythology Athens LAN, organized by Tim “Boit” Voutas, in collaboration with World’s Edge and …
UPDATED: iShowSpeed releases 2026 World Cup song after being spotted filming in Miami
Ben Boland
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After days of speculation online, Darren “iShowSpeed” Watkins Jr has just released his song for the 2026 World Cup. Entitled “World Cup (Champions)”, the 4-minute, 58-second track was released on YouTube on 1 June, garnering 510,000 views within 120 minutes. iShowSpeed is one of the most recognizable streamers on the planet, and rumours began swirling that he was preparing to release a song for the 2026 World Cup after a …
Who will be the Madden 27 cover athlete? Prediction markets shift
Zachary Roberts
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The Madden 27 cover athlete should be revealed in the next few weeks. Whoever’s set to follow Saquon Barkley and be immortalized will be likely sometime in June. Until then, all we can do is speculate as to which NFL star will end up gracing the cover. Kalshi prediction markets have been monitoring the potential candidates for a while now, and there’s been a lot of shifting recently. One candidate …
A full weekend of TI15 tickets will cost you just $280 – If you don’t mind the view
Michael Hassall
Dota 2
Alongside the team invites for The International 2026, Valve today (May 26) unveiled the pricing and details of how to purchase tickets for TI15, and the price is the lowest in years. For years we’ve seen the price of The International Prize, with a peak of around $700 as a lowest price for a full weekend for both 2023 in Seattle, and 2024 in Copenhagen. But after a fall in …
Valve has announced the TI15 invites: Here’s why some team names are very different
Michael Hassall
Dota 2
It’s around three months until The International 2026, TI15, and Valve has just unveiled the direct invites and qualifier invites to the event, but eagle-eyed fans will notice some strange names in the team lists. Valve unveiled the invites in the small hours of the morning on May 26 (late evening on May 25 for their HQ in Bellevue, Washington), detailing the seven direct invites, regional qualifier invites, and some …
Kick faces backlash over ads, Eddie Craven responds
Khizar Mundia
Kick
Livestreaming platform Kick recently started testing rolling out ads, and many popular streamers criticized this move. Kick CEO Eddie Craven has now responded to the outrage and explained how ads will work going forward. Eddie Craven had announced in 2025 that Kick would eventually get ads, but the platform is trying to make them unintrusive. There wasn’t much update about advertisements on the platform until Mizkif got an ad on …
155.io enters the fintech sector by partnering with Coverd
Khizar Mundia
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155.io’s real-world gaming model is already unique, but the company is now expanding beyond traditional betting by partnering with Coverd, a financial app. When it comes to casino games, 155.io has taken the industry by storm in recent months, offering players the chance to wager on real-world scenarios in a range of formats, including Rush Hour’s CCTV cameras. A newly-announced partnership with Coverd will now see the games hosted on …
UFC Freedom 250 guide: fight card, schedule and event details
Hannan Mundia
News
The UFC Freedom 250 event is on the horizon, with Stake being the official betting partner for those hoping to side with their favorites on the fight card, which has just been announced. While the Super Bowl is considered the biggest sports event in America, UFC also sees millions of fans tune in for elite fights. With even politicians and celebrities frequently showing up to watch fights and make some …
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