Streaming platform Twitch was hacked and sensitive data, including the website source code, leaked as a result. The Amazon-owned streaming platform Twitch experienced a devastating data breach early this morning. While the exact details regarding the hack are unclear, it’s alarming. Some sources have indicated that “everything” has leaked. That includes user data and passwords, […]
Complexity and TimTheTatman are set to launch a co-branded line of limited edition apparel. Video game streamer Tim “TimTheTatman” Betar has had an exciting few weeks. First, the 31-year-old left the Twitch streaming platform and inked an exclusive deal with YouTube Gaming. Mere weeks later, Betar left the free-agent market, joining Complexity Gaming as a […]
The new Torrent will be led by a familiar face. Today, Wisdom Gaming had two big announcements for fans. First of all, their esports organization, formerly named Alpine Esports, is now rebranding as Torrent. On top of that, former Director of Esports Wade “Dreadnaught” Penfold is being promoted to Vice President of Esports. Before he […]
XSET Gaming adds Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliot as content creator and investor. Esports organization XSET Gaming grew its roster and list of investors today—signing Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliot. Elliot is a superstar in the NFL and also happens to be an avid gamer off the field. The five-year NFL professional player has made […]
FaZe Clan breaks into the music industry with Kaysan as its first artist and producer. Esports team and lifestyle brand FaZe Clan has broken into the music space. The California-based organization announced today its signing of American Producer Artist and DJ—Kaysan. Also based out of Los Angeles, Kaysan signed with FaZe Clan one day before […]
Loserfruit becomes a member of Lachlan’s PWR esports organization. Content creator Kathleen “Loserfruit” Belsten has joined Team PWR. The 28-year-old Australian announced her decision yesterday. Since 2013, Belsten has been a premiere streamer and Internet personality. While she is most known for her work in Fortnite Battle Royale, the Australian has become more of a […]
With New World finally getting its long-awaited release date, it’s time to get a head start on that release time. With New World set to release on September 28, Amazon Studios has released a full list of global unlock times for the game. Initially, it had been suggested that we’d get a global launch, akin […]
Fortnite legend Myth says he would not rank a controller player in his top ten first-person shooter (FPS) players of all time. Virtually the entire esports community exploded today when the age-old discussion of keyboard and mouse versus controller players reared its ugly head. Since the dawning of time, console and PC diehards have argued […]
FaZe Clan announces Batman apparel collaboration due for release on September 24. Professional esports organization and lifestyle brand FaZe Clan announced today a collaboration with DC Comics and, in particular, Batman. FaZe teased the crossover last week and has made it official. Scheduled for launch on September 24, the organization will introduce a line of […]
Version1 partners with Cxmmunity to bring scholarships to students. Today, Version1 announced a new partnership with Cxmmunity, a nonprofit organization that strives to increase the number of people of color in the esports and gaming industry. This partnership allows historically black college and university students to gain valuable experience within the esports industry. Version1 will […]
Splitgate hosts its first major tournament tonight, here’s everything you need to know. Tonight, some of the biggest creators in the world will go head to head on Splitgate. With $10K up for grabs, Boom.TV will be bringing together the best in the world to compete, so here’s everything you need to know. Format The […]
J. Allen Brack, President of Blizzard, steps down from his position as the company faces a lawsuit regarding sexual harassment and gender-based discrimination. In these past few weeks, several employees and ex-members of Activision Blizzard opened up about the sexual harassment and gender-based discrimination within the company. According to California’s Department of Fair Employment and […]
Fosun Sports Group are making a minority investment in EG. Evil Geniuses announced a new partnership with English Football League club Wolverhampton Wanderers. We are proud to announce our new partnership with the ultimate sports and entertainment challenger brand, the Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. (@Wolves). World domination is easier with a good mate. Read more here: […]
Nintendo Switch vibes are real. Valve has announced Steam Deck which is a handheld computer. The new device is set to arrive later this year, providing gamers a new way to interact with their steam games. Introducing Steam Deck: powerful, portable PC gaming starting at $399. Designed by Valve, powered by Steam. Shipping December 2021. […]
100 Thieves and Gucci team up for an exclusive apparel collaboration. The California-based esports organization — 100 Thieves — has inked its first marquee clothing collaboration with Gucci. Due to launch on July 19, the 100 Thieves x Gucci partnership brings a one-of-a-kind item to fans of both companies. Gucci is an established worldwide clothing […]
Ninjas in Pyjamas, now in green! Today, Razer has announced its multi-year contract partnership with Ninjas in Pyjamas. The gaming consumer electronics company is looking to improve upon its competitive products with their collaboration. “We're not going down without a fight. GO NINJ… ouch, something bit me?" NIP x @TeamRazer 𝑡𝑜 𝑏𝑒 𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑢𝑒𝑑 pic.twitter.com/GxQCynnXzF — […]
Summer 2021 has already become full of esports tournaments, even despite the ongoing fight against the coronavirus. Many countries have opened their airlines and vaccinations are underway. Right now, organizers are hosting events without viewers but there is a chance that viewers will be allowed to venues by the end of the season. Below, we […]
5G to play a vital role in making the mobile gaming industry biggest by 2030. The mobile gaming industry is undoubtedly growing at an immense speed that no individual, whether esports players or streamers, ever expected to happen. The revenue generated just from mobile gaming is more than PC and console gaming combined, and this […]
Rumble Gaming is thrilled to announce the signing of the Renegades, one of the world’s most popular and renowned esports organizations. The partnership combines Rumble Gaming’s expertise in esports talent management, consulting services, and team sponsorships with the Renegades’ world-class roster of superstar esports competitors and multi-game appeal. “The Renegades are a premium brand with […]
Enjoy three months of Discord Nitro for free. Epic Games has collaborated with many different developers in the past and has given away free games to their player base. However, this time, instead of a free game, you can claim Discord Nitro for three months absolutely free. If you are not familiar with Discord Nitro, […]
Sports Illustrated’s June edition is an esports feature with FaZe Clan donning the cover and breaking barriers. For nearly a decade, FaZe Clan has grown from a Call of Duty trickshot channel to one of the largest gaming and lifestyle brands in the world. This week they have broken barriers in traditional media and earned […]
From robot dogs to classic warfare, here’s everything we learned from the Battlefield 2042 reveal trailer. Today we finally saw our first glimpse of Battlefield’s next iteration, Battlefield 2042. This game will see a mixture of classic battlefield action, alongside new, massive-scale destruction and much more. Here’s everything we learned from the reveal trailer. Classic […]
FTX joins the TSM family in a huge way. Today, North American esports organization TSM announced a massive change to the company. First off, they’ve signed a 10-year, $210 million deal with cryptocurrency exchange company FTX. Under this new deal, the short-and-sweet TSM moniker will be getting another three letters. They’ll now host the name […]
ESTNN got an inside look into Upper Deck’s position in esports. Recently, ESTNN had the chance to sit down with Upper Deck’s Director of Gaming, Bubby Johanson, and talk esports, NFTs, COD League and much more. The full video interview can be found below. Upper Deck’s Esports Origins What made Upper Deck venture into esports? […]
The proposed law requires an advanced notice of cancellation of esports events. Congressman Dong-su Yoo of the Democratic Party of Korea has proposed the “Heroes of the Storm” Law on May 18. The December 2018 cancellation of the Heroes of the Storm tournament, Heroes Global Championship was the inspiration behind the bill. Many esports organizations, […]
Esports spikes the interest not only of gamers but also of major investors. Esports is one of the fastest-growing industries, estimated to reach $13 billion by 2025. In 2020, nearly 1 in 4 people worldwide were aware of esports, with a projected market growth of 9% annually through 2023. Esports is more popular than ever […]
The United Kingdom-based esports organization known as Guild Esports has established a multi-game academy geared toward developing the next star. Backed by international football superstar David Beckham, Guild has made significant strides in the esports scene with talented rosters in many different titles. Now, the rising European brand is opening a program to develop a […]
Former Counter-Strike Champion and now Valorant professional Braxton “Brax” Pierce has teamed up with SummaForte for a fresh take on CBD in esports. The CBD market has boomed in previous years. Most traditional and nontraditional sports have strived to incorporate the supplement in beneficial ways. Cannabidiol, or CBD, is an extract that contains no THC […]
One of the biggest appeals of esports is that live streams of tournaments and events are readily accessible to anyone with a reliable internet connection and a device to watch them on. Some of the biggest titles in esports can be viewed via live streams, with popular choices including League of Legends and Dota 2. […]
It looks like after years of laying off staff, Activision Blizzard is now looking to hire upwards of 2000+. The First Quarter Financial Results for Activision Blizzard are in, and it’s once again great news for the developer. Posting better than expected results, the company will now look to expand development teams in all major […]
We take a look at Mortal Kombat 11’s DLC characters in the competitive landscape. A pretty contentious topic in FGC is DLC, or purchasable, characters and their viability in competitive play. One could, and some do, argue that developers and publishers have an innate incentive to create a character that is at the very least […]
Park and Friedman developed an exam to add merit to hiring processes. In an announcement on Twitter, Sebastian Park and Ryan Friedman announced the launch of their new company the Esports Certification Institute (ECI). We are excited to announce the launch of Esports Certification Institute, a Public Benefit Corporation created to foster professionalism, promote meritocracy, […]
ESL and DouYu extend their contract for another year and expand their terms. According to EsportsInsider, ESL Gaming and DouYu are not only renewing their partnership but are also expanding on its terms. DouYu now scores exclusive rights to the broadcasting of the ESL Pro Tour CS:GO, Warcraft III, StarCraft II, and Dota 2. Plus, […]
Esports is one step closer to becoming an actual sport in the Olympics. The International Olympic Committee has announced that it will organize five esports events prior to the Tokyo Olympics starting in July. IOC will partner with International Sports Federations (IFs) and game publishers to create the Olympic Virtual Series (OVS). This is an […]
Microsoft’s hunt to buy companies with access to flourishing communities has led the tech giant to Discord. Microsoft is in negotiations to buy Discord, the popular instant messaging, voice chat and digital distribution platform. As per reports, the deal is worth more than $10 billion. As reported by VentureBeat on March 22, Discord was talking […]
Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick’s huge perk amidst the recently announced lay-off of 190 employees has received criticism from both gamers and the CtW Investment Group. CtW is not only one of Activision-Blizzard’s investors, it is also a corporate watchdog. They have the mission of holding “directors accountable for irresponsible and unethical corporate behavior”. Kotick’s […]
Kevin Durant and Thirty Five Ventures have invested in New York’s premier esports org, Andbox NBA Superstar Kevin Durant and his investment arm Thirty Five Ventures have invested in New York’s premier esports organisation, Andbox. Durant, who is an avid player of both Call of Duty and NBA 2K, will look to raid brand awareness, […]
Marquez Valdes-Scantling from the Green Bay Packers is entering the esports arena The wide receiver from the Green Bay Packers NFL team, Marquez Valdes-Scantling (“MVS”), has joined forces with Subnation to create Trench Made Gaming (TMG). He is not the first NFL star to jump on the esports trend. Others have worked with or created […]
Free Fire reports the bans of 1,045,826 accounts for using cheat codes. Recently, Garena released a report revealing the ban of over a million hacker accounts. The most common cause for being banned was the use of auto-aim hacks. In the past 14 days accounts were banned for using the following cheats: Garena is actively […]
Koei Tecmo’s Dynasty Warriors spin-off is confirmed for July 27! Fans are eagerly awaiting the reveal of their favorite characters new designs in Koei Tecmo’s latest Dynasty Warriors spin-off. There’s plenty of hype surrounding the sharp and polished art style shown in the new game’s trailer. It employs a semi-cel-shaded style which we haven’t seen […]
The owners of Toronto Ultra and Defiant have revealed plans for a new esports Venue in their hometown. OverActive Media; owners of Toronto Ultra and Defiant, just revealed plans for a new Esports Venue. Set to be completed in 2025, the $500 million project plans to host 200+ events a year. Bringing music, entertainment and […]
The ecommerce giant enters esports with their own Starcraft 2 roster. Canadian ecommerce giant Shopify announced their interest in the esports scene back in September 2020; when they appointed Dario Wünsch as esports program manager. Back then, not much was known about Shopify’s intentions in esports. But today they have announced their first venture, a […]
Toronto’s franchise teams top the charts of most popular esports. Twitter recently published data on Canada’s gaming scene. This data showed that Call of Duty and Overwatch and the top two esports games in Canada, while League of Legends came fourth. This influx in esports traffic comes with a 75% increase in gaming tweets from […]
A former employee of Riot Games has filed sexual harassment claims at the door of CEO Nicolo Laurent. The news, which was first picked up on by VICE, shows that former employee Sharon O’Donnell has filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against Nicolo Laurent. Sharon is alleging that Nicolo asked her to “ ‘c*m’ over to […]
Esports and anime, a match made in heaven. Today, prominent esports organization Team Liquid announced a new line of apparel. But this isn’t just any run-of-the-mill merch. They’ve collaborated with Naruto Shippuden, among the most popular anime series of all time. With this, TL expands on its branding crossover portfolio, adding on to the previous […]
News that’s sure to delight Astralis fans, the org is planning to open it’s first ever flag-ship store in Copenhagen. Copenhagen-based amusement park Tivoli Gardens will soon house a fun-filled facility built by Danish esports organization, Astralis. Best known competitively in CS:GO, Astralis also boast rosters in Fifa and League of Legends. Although this isn’t […]
The new Discover Your Wiiings games give players the chance to win awesome prizes. Today, Red Bull announced their debut of Discover Your Wiiings, a series of augmented reality (“AR”) games. These games were made in cooperation with Red Bull athletes, including gaming sensation Tyler “Ninja” Blevins and sports superstars Carissa Moore, Zion Wright, Travis […]
With the pandemic shutting down BlizzCon 2020, Blizzard decided to bring the annual event online for 2021 with BlizzConline. The two-day event will feature the normal flurry of announcements, previews, and developer panels. While full details will be revealed closer to the date of February 19-20, we thought we’d take a look at some predictions […]
After joining the Ultra’s ownership team last summer, Marner has been included in his first content piece. Last summer, OverActive Media introduced Toronto Maple Leaf forward Mitch Marner as a new member of the ownership group. Since the new year, Toronto Ultra has been teasing a content piece including himself and their very own Anthony […]
An Amazon Prime Video docuseries highlighting professional gamers is coming soon to Amazon. On January 31, an exciting new series is releasing for gaming enthusiasts on Amazon Prime Video. Dubbed GameBreakers, this docuseries is produced by Network Productions Inc. and presented by Capre Diem Media Corporation. The show first debuted on the Game+ network on […]
Ultimate Gamer is on the prowl for the “Best Gamer on Earth®” with the Ultimate Gamer Worldwide Open. There is no better time for esports and video games to thrive, taking full advantage of the millions stuck at home. Ultimate Gamer is putting gamers’ skills to the test and open up the floor for anyone […]
The streaming and video platform saw a huge increase in gaming content. With 100 billion watch hours and over 40M active gaming channels producing said content. The information comes from the YouTube yearly “Look Back” blog, in which YouTube Gaming takes a look back at some of the key stats for the year. The most-watched […]
With a global pandemic locking people inside, the gaming industry has continued to flourish. This comes from a report by the International Data Corporation, which revealed that global gaming revenue ending 2020 was at around 197.7 billion globally. This figure makes the gaming industry larger in terms of earnings than movies and the sporting industry […]
People around the world are constantly finding new modes of entertainment, and esports is a budding industry that is steadily increasing in popularity and is quickly taking over the world. While traditional athletic sports remain a favorite pastime for sports fans around the world, the world of esports is catching up and is garnering the […]
Elliot Page, star of Juno, Inception, and The Umbrella Academy is teaming up with BuzzFeed Studio to produce a movie revolving around gaming and esports. The picture, titled “1UP” is the latest project from BuzzFeed Studios that will see Elliot Page team up with fellow star Paris Berelc. Kyle Newman will direct the film. According […]
All the biggest surprises and prizes from the gaming industry’s biggest night. Airing from three locations, Los Angeles, Tokyo and London, the coronavirus pandemic didn’t stop The Game Awards this year. Although the lack of a live audience did impact the event’s usual format, it still managed to be a star-studded night. 2020 has been […]
Who says that a football player can’t be a nerd? Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Sidney Jones will be participating in an inaugural online gaming franchise with several current and former players. This is another step in Esports with The Ultimate Gaming League and Antares Gaming. The fourth-year cornerback is joining professional gamers and former athletes such […]
Red Bull are back again with the third annual AdrenaLAN, hosting multiple open tournaments for Canadian gamers. Across December 19-20 Red Bull will be hosting their third annual AdrenaLAN. The AdrenaLAN is a gaming event which celebrates all gaming in Canada, with game showcases, open tournaments and even DJ Streams. Open Events Red Bull will […]
2020 has been hard for the esports industry as this sphere suffered numerous cancellations and reschedules. In any case, major events are not usually held at the end of the year… but that does not mean there will be nothing to watch. Most popular games are still holding pretty important tournaments. CS:GO CS:GO really stands […]
Red Bull is continuing to support the esports scene with a new partnership with T1. Today, T1 announced that they’ve signed a multi-year partnership deal with Red Bull. Both of these brands are household names throughout the world and especially so in the esports scene. This deal showcases another instance of Red Bull’s commitment to […]
Esports job-posting website Hitmarker is launching a second equity crowdfunding campaign to facilitate expansion into new markets. Hitmarker is known as one of the go-to for esports-specific jobs postings. Back in November 2019 they launched a successful crowdfunding campaign and raised over £200,000 in the process. Now the company is back for the second round […]
When we build our dream system or pick out our favorite console. It’s important that we make sure to get the very best accessories to match. In this article, we’ll look at 5 of the best speakers you can get for gaming in 2021. From all-purpose to console-specific, we’ve got you covered. Best 2.1 Soundbar […]
We’re taking a look at Garmin’s esports watch and seeing how it measures up! Garmin recently debuted a new smartwatch made specifically for esports pros, streamers and gamers everywhere. Dubbed the Instinct Esports Edition, this watch has a ton of cool features to help people stay healthy. This means both mentally and physically since both […]
When we build our dream system or pick out our favorite console. It’s important that we make sure to get the very best accessories to match. In this article, we’ll look at 5 of the best headphones you can get for gaming in 2021. From all-purpose to console-specific, we’ve got you covered. Best Overall – […]
In this article, we’ll take a look at what each console is offering and what one is worth your time. With the next generation about to kick off, Sony and Microsoft have once again brought out the big guns, and just so happen to be releasing them just weeks apart. Disclaimer: For this article, we’ll […]
With the Xbox Series X and S on the way, it’s hard to know what one you should be getting. In this article, we’ll help you with that decision. So, to get down the basics. The Series X is the more expensive ($499), and the more powerful option. The Series S comes in at $299, […]
Activision Blizzard has reported a huge $1.95 billion Q3 revenue gain. In an earnings call today, Activision Blizzard reported that Call of Duty had outperformed last year’s game. The company saw an increase in revenue by 38% year-on-year for this quarter. In an interview with GameBeat, Bobby Kotick said the company needs to now hire […]
TL and Marvel are celebrating their partnership’s renewal with a new merch line. Today, Team Liquid and Marvel announced that their strategic partnership will continue into 2022. It started back in June of 2019 with Marvel-inspired TL jerseys and other merch, and since then, has flourished with additional jerseys and collections. In fact, it was […]
100 Thieves does its part in hosting a voting facility for LA county residents. The United States’ 2020 Presidential Election is rapidly approaching. Early voting has already commenced across the country as current President Donald Trump and opponent Joe Biden make their final preparations before the big day. LA-based esports organization 100 Thieves announced that […]
Garmin’s latest product is aiming to help esports athletes and gamers track their bodies during gaming. Gaming is something that entertains people for hours, bringing us all sorts of emotions, from joy to stress. During times like these, our bodies tend to go through a surprising lot. That’s why Garmin, known for its excellent smartwatches, […]
Scholastic esports are receiving more love courtesy of Ultimate Gaming Championship from Nov. 9- Dec. 12, with the launch of UGC EDU and their flagship $25,000 Battle Academy tournament series. Esports has grown exponentially in 2020, and with the expansion of professional events, support for collegiate gaming continues to climb. Blizzard made its own attempt […]
Two of the biggest companies in esports are teaming up. Today, ESL and DreamHack announced that the two companies will be merging together. This is a massive move for the esports and gaming scene, as both companies are hugely influential. Along with this, the company will now be known as ESL Gaming. ESL and DreamHack […]
Monetizing your Twitch channel requires you to go through a range of steps that can, initially, seem a little confusing. Making money from your Twitch channel can be done in a variety of ways that include advertisements, sponsorships, merchandise, Twitch bits, and more. You can start making money without having to become a Twitch partner […]
Guild Esports, of which David Beckham is a partial investor, are looking to raise £20m by listing on the London Stock Exchange. David Beckham has a 40% minority stake in Guild Esports. Guild Esports will be the first organization of its kind in the UK; allowing fans to directly invest in its future. The initial […]
Nintendo is throwing its most popular mascot into the Battle Royale genre for a limited time. Nintendo made headlines once again today with the announcement of Super Mario Bros. 35, a brand new take on the Battle Royale genre. Following the success of other Battle Royale titles like Fortnite, H1Z1 and PUBG, we can now […]
Bitkraft Ventures has raised $165 million for their fund, a hefty $40 million over the initial goal. BITKRAFT is a venture capital fund that focuses on gaming, esports, and interactive media. They began Pre-Seed Funding back in 2017 and have since consistently built up a network of over 50 companies. The limited partners in the […]
It’s finally time for the next generation of home consoles. For Microsoft, that means the Xbox Series X will soon be gracing living rooms around the world by the end of 2020. With so much information around the console — new games, and new technology, we thought it best to accumulate everything we know about […]
It’s finally time for the next generation of home consoles. For Sony, that means the PlayStation 5 will soon be gracing living rooms around the world by the end of 2020. With so much information around the console — new games, and new technology, we thought it best to accumulate everything we know about the […]
Team Liquid is engaging fans like never before. Premier esports organization Team Liquid has launched Liquid+ today. This is a new platform that will link everything TL together for fans to watch and interact with, while also rewarding them for it. So if you’re a TL fan, this is your opportunity to get some sweet […]
DreamHack has announced plans to move all remaining 2020 LAN events online due to the ongoing pandemic. The events will still go forward online, with only the LAN portion of those events really affected. Events in Rotterdam, Hyderabad, Atlanta, Madrid, and the DreamHack Winter event in Jönköpinghave are all subject to the announcement. “The goal […]
The executive order will be limited to WeChat transactions only a White House official has confirmed. US President Donald Trump shook the gaming and business world today when he signed an executive order banning transactions between American companies and citizens and the Chinese business conglomerate; Tencent. Tencent just also happen to have whole or partial […]
Toronto Maple Leafs star Mitch Marner has joined the ownership group of Canadian organization OverActive Media. OverActive Media are owners of MAD Lions, the European League of Legends team and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive team. They also own Toronto Defiant in the Overwatch League and Toronto Ultra in the Call of Duty League. The “investor relationship” […]
ZenSports is hosting an eFootball (soccer) tournament on August 15th with $1000 going to the winner, and anyone can apply. About ZenSports ZenSports, a startup peer-to-peer mobile betting site, has recently added esports betting to their platform as traditional sports have been placed on hold. Along with the new offerings, the team has added a […]
US military advertising strategies are under scrutiny. U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) is introducing a measure that would prevent the military from using video games, esports, and live streaming services for recruitment, according to Vice. Currently, several branches of the military, including the US Army and Navy, maintain their own esports teams and Twitch channels. Ocasio-Cortez […]
Chess.com is continuing to make its way into the mainstream with a new partnership with Playwire. Global revenue amplification company Playwire and online chess platform Chess.com have entered into an exclusive digital advertising partnership. As a result, Playwire is boosting its presence in the gaming industry and Chess.com gains access to relevant brands in the […]
Ther hype continues to build as VENN makes more big announcements. Today, the Video Game Entertainment and News Network, or VENN for short, came forward with a host of new signings, upcoming shows and partnership deals. VENN is a live network for all things gaming, esports, streaming and entertainment. It debuts in a little over […]
The Pogchamps chess tournament is back! Chess.com announced today that Pogchamps, a chess tournament pitting top streamers and content creators against each other, is making its return. The first Pogchamps was the most-viewed chess tournament of all-time, and Chess.com is out to break the record again. The action will kick off on August 21 and […]
Dr Disrespect speaks publicly for the first time since his mysterious Twitch ban. The situation between Guy “Dr Disrespect” Beahm IV and the Twitch streaming platform went from weird to weirder. After receiving a lifetime permanent ban from Twitch, both Twitch and Doc went dark regarding the controversy. Twitch merely stated that the seven-year streaming […]
Gaming is no longer a niche hobby; it’s gone full mainstream. The rapid rise of gaming is unprecedented. Ten years ago, most people would laugh at you if you told them you wanted to be a “pro gamer”. Nowadays, colleges and universities offer scholarships to talented players. Streaming gameplay on YouTube and Twitch has become […]
Carleton is leading the way for college esports in Ontario. Carleton University has announced the start of the Ontario Post-Secondary Esports (OPSE) league today. This league will give colleges and universities across the province access to a competitive esports scene that was sorely lacking before. As of right now, the OPSE will begin in the […]
An interesting partnership is developing in the gaming/esports world. Epic Games has signed a long-term agreement with the Faculty of Philosophy of Moscow State University. Both sides will work together in three directions: scientific, educational, and business. Licensing Manager of Epic Games Alexey Savchenko explained and has provided detailed information about the partnership for app2top.ru. […]
TL and Marvel’s partnership is in for another merch line. Team Liquid announced today that they’re releasing a new set of Marvel-based apparel. Their partnership with Marvel started last year, where TL showcased their first merch line during a live LCS match. Now, another line of jerseys is available for purchase. This new merch features […]
Sony has taken a minority stake in Epic Games. Sony has made a $250 million investment in Epic Games, creator of Fortnite, Gear of War and the popular Unreal Engine. The deal gives Sony a minority stake in the game development and publisher, which was recently estimated to be valued at $17 billion. In a […]
VENN reveals its grand plans for broadcast TV. The Video Game Entertainment and News Network (“VENN”) has unveiled its plans for broadcast television that focus on creative programming under the lens of pop culture and gaming. This new network will offer a variety of programming; including talks shows, news, game shows and docuseries catered for […]
A new addition to the Battle Royale genre is here with some unique twists Looking for a new game to devote way too much time to this weekend? Look no further than Ubisoft’s new battle royale game – Hyper Scape. A brand-new urban battle royale begins today. #HyperScape is now live on Twitch! Watch streams […]
Rocket League Championship Series will get some big changes for season 10. Psyonix is going to be shifting from a two-season a year format to one year-long season for the game’s 10th RLCS season. The changes will come into effect for the newly named Rocket League Championship Series X (RLCSX). The season will get underway […]
Donald Trump has been temporarily suspended from Twitch. United States President Donald J. Trump received a suspension from the popular Twitch streaming website earlier today. Esports insider Rod “Slasher” Breslau reported the news on his Twitter account. According to Slasher, President Trump’s ban came down due to ‘hateful conduct.’ Breaking: Twitch has suspended (not banned) […]
A famous Twitch icon has received a channel ban from Twitch. Herschel “Dr Disrespect” Beahm IV has been banned on Twitch today for an unknown reason. The news first broke via esports insider Rod “Slasher” Breslau on Twitter. Details are sparse at this point, but Slasher states that this was not due to a DMCA […]
A summer of Rocket League competition awaits. Today, Mission Control announced a new partnership with the Special Olympics. Mission Control is a gaming platform that brings all sorts of communities together. As a result of the partnership, there will be a summer-long Rocket League competition for Special Olympics athletes from New York and Oregon to […]
ESTNN take a look at what we can expect to see from Microsoft and Sony this year. During a time where the latest Call of Duty Expansion or a new Animal Crossing get gamers through a seemingly never ending quarantine, there is no doubt that the future of gaming is in anyone’s hands — From […]
Just this week, it was announced that SCUF has become the Official Controller (as well as the Official Accessory Partner) for the Toronto Ultra. SCUF Gaming announced a “multi-faceted partnership” yesterday, with Canada’s only professional Call of Duty franchise. The global high-performance controller company announced a multi-faceted partnership with the Ultra, focusing heavily on marketing […]
With mixing swirls of blue, white, and black, the PS5 Sony Press Conference took off. Bring On The Games Those same colors united together to form the Playstation triangle, circle, x and square insignia. Video montages then filled the screen, replaying everything from classic PS1 to up to date PS4 footage. Then, bam. GTA 5 […]
After waiting… barely a week… Sony has announced they will be moving ahead with their much-anticipated PS5 conference. The Good Join us for a look at the future of gaming. Watch the live stream June 11 at 1:00 PM (PDT) #PS5 — PlayStation (@PlayStation) June 10, 2020 The press conference was postponed due to the […]
Sony is delaying its PS5 event so as to not take away the spotlight from the BLM movement. In a strange twist of fate, but not exactly the most surprising, Sony has canceled its PS5 conference that was scheduled for this Thursday. The announcement has only been posted on their social media as of now. […]
FaZe Clan is stepping up to do their part to fight injustice. Esports organization and owners of CDL team Atlanta FaZe, FaZe Clan, are taking a stand on the current issues affecting America. In a statement released yesterday on Twitter, they’ve made their official stance known on the issues affecting the black community. In this […]
The future of gaming is upon us. Earlier today, Sony made an announcement regarding their upcoming PS5 release. PlayStation has announced a PlayStation 5 event for June 4 at 1PM PT. pic.twitter.com/rn3n5TxE4H — CharlieIntel (@charlieINTEL) May 29, 2020 This news comes as quite a shock after Sony just announced its future AI partnership with Microsoft. […]
Two gaming giants are working together on a new project. Microsoft and Sony are two of the biggest names in all of video gaming history. In the entertainment world, they are also two pinnacles of expanding tech company success. Though they may have been rivals, the forces of vidya have come together for an entirely […]
Blizzard has announced today that BlizzCon 2020 will not go ahead — the publisher will look to host an event virtually in early 2021. Blizzard continued to monitor the developing situation as we approach the (likely) November event. Some fans had hoped that maybe an event could go online-only, however, Blizzard has opted to cancel […]
The multi-year brand sponsorship will see tournaments and personal streams broadcasted on the Chinese platform. Team Secret have just announced a multi-year partnership with Chinese streaming platform, HUYA. The move comes as Secret try and reinforce their global brand strategy which has focused heavily on the EU region in the past. The deal will see […]
Phusion Projects, makers of Four Loko, step into esports signing a sponsorship deal with Beastcoast. Adult beverage company, Phusion Projects have just signed a sponsorship deal with NYC-based esports organization, Beastcoast. The company’s Four Loko line of drinks will be front and center in a series of “online happy hours”. Each happy hour will take […]
In a world where GAME FUEL® and Adderall are kings, it’s good to see someone in esports take a new approach to electronic victory. This week, seasoned pro Raidel “Joke” Brito took home the prize for this year’s Madden Bowl. With that glorious title, Brito snagged a whopping $65,000 reward for his esportsmanship. How did […]
G2 has released a #G2ARMY-themed, non-medical face mask in support of Charité, one of Europe’s largest university hospitals. G2 will donate all proceeds to the Berlin-based hospital’s emergency aid fund for use in the fight against COVID-19. In particular, to assist front line medical workers. G2’s partner, Mastercard is also on board with the aid […]
Danish sportswear brand, hummel, enters esports signing a big sponsorship deal with Astralis Group. Another brand is throwing their support behind the growth in esports. With Danish sports and fashion brand, Hummel and esports organization, Astralis announcing a new sponsorship deal. The deal will include all three of Astralis’ teams; Origen in League of Legends, […]
Archmage Esports is bringing communities together with the power of esports. All over the world, its common for sports fans to gather in places like bars and restaurants to watch big events. Every weekend local establishments are filled with people watching sports matches. It’s such a common occurrence for the traditional sports world, yet not […]
Somewhere, Team Xbox is shaking with unbridled console war fear. After weeks and weeks of rumors, Playstation finally decided to dip their toes into the 2020 console game yesterday with their PS5 Tech Demo. Check it out for yourself! Breaking Down The Beauty The demo showcased the indescribably terrific power of the next generation of […]
The European Rocket League Spring Series will be broadcast online from the BBC Sport website, app, and BBC iPlayer. BBC Sport will host the Spring Series finals which take place on Saturday, May 9 –10. The event will also be shown live on GINX Esports TV on Sky in the UK. Ben Gallop, BBC Sport […]
MyRepublic is engaging gamers through competitive achievement hunting. Growing Singapore-based company, MyRepublic, has created an esports program to try and engage gamers (as well as their audience). The program goes by the name “Achievement Unlocked,” and will revolve around recently released games like Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Monster Hunter World Iceborne, Legends of Runeterra, Final […]
It seems that the past few years of conferences have not been kind to Xbox. And by Xbox, we mean the dedicated fans that worship the console titan. While the heads over at Microsoft have been hinting at revolutionary new mediums for Xbox to delve into, the Series X has yet to deliver. Granted, it […]
Microsoft is laying out their plans leading up to the Xbox Series X release. With the Xbox Series X slated to be the name of the next-generation Xbox console, Microsoft has asked fans a new question. What will the Series X sound like? Just yesterday, the company uploaded that little meme, trying to stir the […]
A new esports management company has been born from two influential esports businesses. ReKTGlobal, the parent company of Rogue and the London Royal Ravens, has just begun a new partnership with on the rise development company TalentX Entertainment… forming a new TalentX Gaming talent management company. We're thrilled to announce our partnership with TalentX today! […]