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Why esports is taking over traditional sports in 2022
Fariha Bhatti
The world of sports has seen a lot of changes over the years. With the advent of new technologies, there have been a lot of new additions to the world of sports. One such addition is esports. Esports is a form of competition facilitated by electronic systems, particularly video games. It often takes the form of organized, multiplayer video game competitions, particularly between professional players. The most common genres of …
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Netflix is developing a high-budget AAA shooter game for PC
Fariha Bhatti
Streaming service and production company Netflix is gearing up to test the waters in the AAA shooter industry. Where leakers fail to snatch a spicy bit of information, career postings often do the job. Netflix has previously purchased small gaming companies, such as Oxenfree developer Night School Studio, but it is typically known for producing and streaming hit TV shows and movies. The television streaming platform is now dipping its …
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What is Unhinged Mode in Warzone 2 and how does it work
Fariha Bhatti
Call of Duty: Warzone has always been competitive gameplay-wise, but Activision has added a diplomatic spice in the new Unhinged mode. Warzone has enjoyed a successful release and continues to be a hit among players. Plenty of new stuff in the latest iteration has attracted millions of players, including game modes never seen before. In Warzone 2.0, Activision has unveiled a new Unhinged game mode, which gives diplomacy a new …
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Warzone 2.0 is Activision’s latest hit as it peaks record player count
Fariha Bhatti
Activision is having a ball in the latter half of 2022 thanks to its Call of Duty franchise. After the blockbuster release of Modern Warfare 2, Warzone 2.0 is now making waves with a record-breaking player count. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 saw a big release, crossing $1 billion worldwide sales through its first ten days. It was a proud moment for the CoD dev team, but 2022 has …
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Who is Marcus Fenix in the Gears of War Netflix film?
Nicholas James
The Gears of War Netflix film is slowly having details released about it, revealing a character named Marcus Fenix. But what do we know about the Gears of War protagonist so far? It’s been announced that Netflix is working on a Gears of War film, and there are some big names showing interest, but who is the protagonist of the games and film? Marcus Fenix is a member of the …
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How to use the WWE 2K22 locker codes
William Davis
WWE 2K22 is the most recent installment in the WWE 2K series. The game came out in March of 2022 with an overall positive reception. The game includes a card system and codes that can be redeemed to unlock more content. Here is everything you need to know about the WWE 2K22 locker codes and how to use them. The WWE 2K22 locker codes can be used in the MyFaction …
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Who are Odin and Thor in God of War Ragnarok?
William Davis
The God of War series has taken players on a journey through different mythologies. In God of War Ragnarok, players get to meet a version of Odin and Thor that’s different than what people have seen on the big screen. God of War Ragnarok takes place roughly three years after the events of God of War (2018). The story starts with Fimbulwinter, one of the signs of Ragnarok that was …
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How to play the female protagonist in Persona 3 Portable
William Davis
Persona 3 Portable is coming out in January 2023, featuring the only female protagonist in the series. The female protagonist in Persona 3 Portable is exclusive to this game. She is an addition from the developers in the extended version of the game and is likely to be present in the newest version of the game. Choosing the female or male protagonist in Persona 3 Portable impacts the gameplay because …
How casinos abused Twitch to build a billion-dollar business
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On September 21, 2022, Twitch announced it was banning “gambling sites that include slots, roulette, or dice games” in a policy that became effective on October 18. Before this change, Twitch streamers affiliated with the casino industry sometimes received sponsorship money to gamble like regular players, who receive a very different welcome bonus for signing up with a casino. These gambling influencers have the job of entertaining and promoting online …
Gamera: Rebirth teaser for Netflix project revealed
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A new Gamera film is coming to Netflix. Godzilla and the kaiju universe have been having a bit of a renaissance thanks to the new MonsterVerse films. The latest, Godzilla vs. Kong, broke box office records by grossing over $470 million worldwide during the global health crisis and became the most successful launch title in HBO Max history at the time. While Godzilla is most definitely the king, there are …
How to convert Valorant sensitivity to Warzone 2.0?
Fariha Bhatti
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Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 was recently released with a bang. But Valorant players hopping on the Warzone bandwagon may want to tweak their sensitivity before hitting play. Infinity Ward rolled out Warzone 2.0 on November 16 after a successful opening month of Modern Warfare. The back-to-back blockbusters have players on their toes, but it also means that competition is steeper than ever. Players from different shooter games are migrating …
Will there be a Black Friday Steam sale? Here’s everything we know
William Davis
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Steam will have a Black Friday sale, but it won’t work quite the same way as other major retailers. Black Friday is the perfect time to grab gifts for the holiday season, and sales are an expected part of the tradition. Digital game stores like Steam have followed suit, but the biggest PC gaming storefront does things a little differently from the rest. Here’s information on Steam’s Black Friday plans …
TSM suspends FTX partnership following bankruptcy filing
Nicholas James
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Esports organization TSM has announced it will be suspending its partnership with cryptocurrency exchange platform FTX following the company’s announcement of bankruptcy proceedings. FTX and TSM made headlines in 2021 for an absolutely massive $210 million sponsorship deal that included TSM’s name being rebranded to TSM FTX. But now, the enormous exchange platform announced it was beginning the proceedings for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the United States. The North American …
Hogwarts Legacy gameplay stream reveals combat system and more
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Hogwarts Legacy hosted its first gameplay stream, and here is every that players can expect from the highly anticipated title. Hogwarts Legacy takes players back to the wizarding world of Harry Potter in the 1800s. The players take the role of a student transferring to Hogwarts in the fifth year, a late arrival that was revealed in a recent gameplay stream by developer Avalanche Software. The stream, hosted by members …
Is God of War Ragnarok coming to PC? Here’s what we know
Fariha Bhatti
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God of War Ragnarok is easily the biggest gaming hit of 2022. It has impressed both critics and fans, and now PC players can’t wait to experience Kratos’ journey. The winter season of 2022 is packed with blockbuster titles like Modern Warfare 2 selling record-breaking copies. However, God of War Ragnarok has elbowed past all games in terms of popularity. Sony’s action-adventure is making waves with its cut-throat combat and …
Tips for the best online casino experience
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Casinos are about making big wins, with massive payouts occurring over the years. In 2006, an anonymous gambler walked into Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, placed a $1 million bet on blackjack, won, and walked away with $10.7 million. In 2011, British player John Orrell hit the jackpot at London’s Aspinalls Casino. He wagered just £1 on a slot machine and won £13.2 million. There are numerous other examples of …
God of War Ragnarok and Elden Ring nominated as Game of the Year
William Davis
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God of War Ragnarok and Elden Ring will go head-to-head in The Game Awards in multiple categories, including Game of the Year. The 2022 Game Awards will take place on December 8 at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California. The ceremony celebrates the best games and esports personalities of 2022. The Game Awards are divided into 31 categories, including the most prestigious, Game of the Year. A Plague Tale: …
Is The International the biggest esports event in the world?
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Dota 2’s The International is the annual championship for Dota 2, and its massive prize pools and absurd number of contenders make it an easy pick for the biggest esports event of any calendar year. Several of the world’s best esports teams compete against each other in the popular multiplayer online battle arena, which was developed and published by Valve. The teams compete to literally carve their names into the …
Streamer beats every Souls game in a row without being hit
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A Twitch live streamer has beaten every single Souls-like game, the exceptionally hard RPGs from From Software, without being hit a single time. Streamer Dinossindegail achieved the difficult task on his Twitch channel. The concept of the challenge is to make your way through Demon Souls, Dark Souls 1, 2, and 3, as well as Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, Bloodborn, and Elden Ring in a row without taking a single …
Rockstar said no to a GTA movie starring Eminem
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GTA and Rockstar founders Sam and Dan Houser rejected an offer to produce a movie starring rapper Eminem, Kirk Ewing has revealed in an interview. According to Ewing, who is friends with the Houser brothers, an agent approached them with an offer for the GTA movie rights. The deal would see the Houser brothers getting paid $5 million. The movie would star rapper Marshall “Eminem” Mathers and would be directed …
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