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fromLos Angeles Times
20 hours ago

2026 Esports World Finals is coming to Los Angeles and El Segundo

Los Angeles will host the 2026 Global Esports World Finals, featuring a new esports stadium and a week-long competition.
fromThe Verge
23 hours ago

Asus has the new world's fastest OLED monitor at 720Hz, and it's dripping with style

Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W is a groundbreaking esports gaming monitor with high refresh rates and superior display quality.
fromGameSpot
23 hours ago

Sony Unveils First Gaming Keyboard, Mouse, And More New PC Gear

Sony expands the Inzone gaming collection with high-end headsets, keyboards, and mice targeting competitive gamers.
#gaming
fromThe Verge
1 day ago
Video games

Sony just launched five new PC gaming peripherals, so I tried them all at once

fromThe Verge
1 day ago
Video games

Sony just launched five new PC gaming peripherals, so I tried them all at once

fromEngadget
1 day ago

Sony Inzone launches new peripherals in collaboration with Fnatic

Sony launched a new range of gaming peripherals including headsets, a mouse, and keyboards targeting competitive esports players.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 week ago

Abu Dhabi Ignites Global Phygital Sports with Games of the Future 2025 | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Abu Dhabi is set to host the 'Games of the Future 2025' with a focus on phygital sports.
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

No One's Ever Lost A Game Like This Before - Kotaku

KojiKOG's epic semifinals defeat was delivered at the hands of Goichi "GO1" Kishida, who eventually went on to win the entire tournament.
Video games
#chess
Video games
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

$75K In Rewards Announced For Valhalla's First-Ever Tournament | HackerNoon

Valhalla's first major tournament offers $75,000 in prizes, with the top 64 contenders competing in a global metaverse game.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

How video games are keeping romance alive one level at a time

Gaming is a bonding activity for couples, providing shared experiences that go beyond passive entertainment, fostering communication and cooperation while exploring new worlds together.
LGBT
Video games
fromGameSpot
4 weeks ago

Marvel Snap Goes Worldwide With Golden Gauntlet Championship Tournament

Second Dinner has announced the Marvel Snap: Golden Gauntlet World Championship Series, launching on August 9, 2025, with free registration for all players.
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Esports Player Changes Name From 'Hitler' To 'Henry' And Apologizes

Esports players often use handles instead of real names for brand awareness; a player recently changed their offensive handle after public backlash.
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Grand prizes, big names: 2nd Esports World Cup starts in Riyadh

"It's the sheer scale that's unheard of. Esports is just at the start of its tenure and it's there to grow to become one of the biggest sports in the world in the next decades."
Video games
E-Commerce
fromDigiday
1 month ago

From sidelines to spotlight: Esports events are putting creators center stage

Esports World Cup is focusing on individual content creators to engage fans and brands.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Razer's got a new version of its popular DeathAdder Pro gaming mouse

The DeathAdder V4 Pro features optical sensors rated for 100 million clicks, with a new optical scroll wheel for more precise and durable control during gameplay.
Gadgets
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Team Liquid 'Disappointed' CEO's Story About Growing Up Gay Was Censored From Esports Documentary In Saudi Arabia

The documentary, following Team Liquid in the Riyadh-based Esports World Cup, faced censorship in Saudi Arabia, where segments about its inclusive values were removed.
SF LGBT
Video games
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Blue Prince somehow makes for an incredible esport

Speedrunners have proved that single-player puzzle games can be thrilling spectator sports during competitive events like Games Done Quick.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Esports World Cup: The contest teams can't afford to miss

The Esports World Cup in Riyadh features a $70 million prize pool and 25 competing games, with Team Liquid being a key organization.
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

Honor Magic7 Pro selected as Esports World Cup 25 official smartphone

The Esports World Cup 2025 will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where the Honor Magic7 Pro is the official smartphone for the tournament.
Gadgets
fromThe Drum
1 month ago

Why mobile esports is the next big arena for APAC brands

The APAC gaming market is huge, with mobile gaming emerging as the largest and fastest growing slice of the market - revenues are expected to hit $282bn by 2030.
E-Commerce
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

First Look At CFB 26 Gameplay Shows Off QB Revamp, On-The-Fly Substitutions

The new dynamic substitution system allows players to make on-the-fly changes, enhancing game flexibility and reducing menu interruptions, thus streamlining gameplay in CFB 26.
Video games
#indoor-cycling
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

UK sailors convinced the Royal Navy to get a computer room on its newest aircraft carrier for esports and video games

"Other ships have PlayStations and Xboxes down on the mess deck so they can play where they live, but this is the first ship that's got a PC setup like this."
Video games
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Riot makes depressing change to gambling rules on League, Valorant

We believe it's better to engage in allowing betting sponsorships - thoughtfully, carefully, and with the right protections - than to sit on the sidelines while risks to fans and integrity go unchecked.
E-Commerce
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Riot turns to sports betting to help fund its esports leagues

Riot Games now allows sponsorships from sports betting companies for top esports teams, enhancing revenue opportunities.
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Riot Will Allow Sports-Betting Sponsorships For League Of Legends Esports Teams

Riot Games officially supports sports-betting sponsorships for esports despite not allowing advertisements in its broadcasts.
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Smash Bros. Pro Dropped By Team After Harassing Female Streamers At Beerio Kart World Cup

Joseph 'Mang0' Marquez was banned from Beerio Kart World Cup for inappropriate behavior after being intoxicated during the event.
#ufc
fromGadgets 360
2 months ago

OnePlus 13 to Be Used for All BGMI Matches at BGMS 2025 Tournament

OnePlus 13 is the official smartphone for BGMS Season 4, enhancing the tournament's focus on mobile gaming.
fromQNS
2 months ago

Queens high school students take top prize in NYC Minecraft Battle of the Boroughs - QNS

Queens high school team wins first-ever NYC Video Games Festival in Minecraft competition, marking significant achievement for the school and the borough.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 months ago

Next-Level Sound: SteelSeries Drops Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series and Arctis App | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

One of the standout features of this launch is the new Arctis App, available for free on both iOS and Android. Designed with input from esports professionals, audio engineers, and developers, the app gives users access to over 200 pre-tuned audio presets tailored to specific games.
Video games
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

The Soccer Tournament (TST) 101: Dates, players, history

The Soccer Tournament showcases the excitement of 7-on-7 soccer with 48 men's and 16 women's teams competing for a $1 million prize.
Soccer (FIFA)
Poker
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Cloudbet Opens CS2 Austin Major Odds Following s1mple's Loan Move To FaZe | HackerNoon

s1mple joins FaZe Clan on loan, raising expectations amidst cautious betting markets for the BLAST Austin Major.
Information security
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

If We Want More Cybersecurity Experts, We Must Make CTF Competitions an Official eSport | HackerNoon

Esports has evolved into a multi-billion dollar industry, influencing cybersecurity training through Capture the Flag competitions.
New York City
fromPolygon
2 months ago

New York unveils details for its first annual NYC Video Game Festival

New York City's first annual Video Game Festival showcases gaming as a powerful educational tool and starts a series of gaming events.
The festival highlights the creativity of NYC school kids through competitions like the Minecraft Education Battle of the Boroughs.
NYC startup
fromNew York Family
2 months ago

Check Out NYC's First-Ever Video Game Festival

NYC's first-ever Video Game Festival offers free gaming activities and career resources for kids and teens.
Local officials aim to promote tech education through gaming.
#geoguessr
fromKotaku
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

GeoGuessr Bails On Controversial Saudi Tournament After Map Makers Revolt: 'When You Tell Us We've Got It Wrong We Take It Seriously'

fromKotaku
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

GeoGuessr Bails On Controversial Saudi Tournament After Map Makers Revolt: 'When You Tell Us We've Got It Wrong We Take It Seriously'

fromHackernoon
4 years ago

One Developer. One Mission. A Better Home for LoL Esports | HackerNoon

LOLTV.gg is a unique platform for League of Legends eSports offering detailed match data and community engagement.
fromPolygon
3 months ago

Smash Bros. Melee player lost out on $2,000 after heartbreaking Pokemon Stadium glitch

The Super Smash Bros. Melee tournament Full House 2025 finals ended in an anticlimactic fashion due to a rare glitch that decided the match.
MMA
MMA
fromKotaku
3 months ago

Smash Bros. Melee Player Loses $2,000 To Rare Pokemon Stadium Glitch

An unexpected glitch caused player moky to lose the tournament, raising questions about intent and game mechanics.
fromGameSpot
3 months ago

Ubisoft Details What Players Can Expect From Rainbow Six Siege X's Launch And Beyond

Ubisoft confirmed that players will have a chance to test Rainbow Six Siege X starting May 20, with significant updates scheduled for June 10 release.
Video games
Video games
fromGameSpot
3 months ago

Rainbow Six Siege X Players With Game Pass Are Getting Special DLC Soon

Ubisoft and Microsoft offering free content for Siege X players via Game Pass Ultimate subscriptions.
Video games
fromGameSpot
3 months ago

Virtua Fighter 5 REVO Is Coming To Nintendo Switch 2 And Other Consoles

Sega confirms Virtua Fighter 5 REVO will be ported to new consoles with cross-play support and additional content planned.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Flipster Makes Esports Debut As Official Crypto Exchange Partner Of TALON's Dota 2 Team | HackerNoon

Esports is one of the most exciting frontiers for Web3 culture to thrive. Through Flipster Talon, we're championing a new kind of connection with a digital-native generation that values openness, creativity, and inclusion - the same values that underpin crypto.
Cryptocurrency
Video games
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

The social and educational impact of eSports: fostering community and skill development

ESports is transforming social engagement, teamwork, and cognitive skills among players.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Inside India's Mobile-First Gaming Boom | HackerNoon

India's gaming industry is transforming from a consumer market to a major exporter, with projections showing significant growth in esports and mobile gaming.
fromApp Developer Magazine
3 months ago

SEMO game development degree announced | App Developer Magazine

With the demand for software developers on the rise, SEMO's new game development degree comes at the perfect time, preparing students for lucrative careers in gaming.
Video games
Video games
fromVG247
3 months ago

Believe it or not, Nexon may be making the next StarCraft game, not Blizzard

Nexon will create new content for the StarCraft series after winning IP rights, signaling a potential revival of the franchise.
MMA
fromVG247
3 months ago

2XKO concerns spike following the conclusion of its second alpha test due to a worrying discovery: the game is slow

The Alpha Lab 2 test highlighted pacing issues in 2XKO, with matches feeling slower and ending in more frequent timeouts.
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

Valorant's mobile version is coming to China first

Valorant Mobile is in development and will launch in China first, with pre-registration already open for players.
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