24.06.2026
Ukraine Wins the Survival Stage and Advances to the PUBG Nations Cup 2026 Grand Final

The Survival Stage matches of PUBG Nations Cup 2026 took place on June 23 and 24. Teams competed across 12 maps over the course of two days. Ukraine's national team finished the Survival Stage in first place with 153 points. The Ukrainian squad secured victories on four maps, earning a spot in the tournament's Grand […]

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24.06.2026
GTA 6 Is Being Positioned as a Single Player Game With No Mention of GTA Online

New details about Grand Theft Auto 6 have surfaced, including a specific statement that could hint at the future of GTA Online. On the PlayStation website, a FAQ section for the game includes an answer regarding multiplayer modes and features in GTA 6. Rockstar Games provided a short one sentence response: “Grand Theft Auto VI […]

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24.06.2026
Astralis Do Not Plan to Make Roster Changes Before the Start of the Next Season

Following Astralis' disappointing performance at the IEM Cologne Major 2026 in CS2, rumors emerged that the organization was planning to replace team captain Rasmus HooXi Nielsen and head coach Casper ruggah Due. The reports of changes within the team were later partially confirmed. ruggah stepped down from his coaching position, while HooXi remained with the […]

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24.06.2026
Sony Claims GTA 6 Will Run "Best on PS5"

Sony has stated that the PlayStation 5 will be the best platform to experience the upcoming blockbuster GTA VI. Thanks to the close partnership between Sony and Rockstar Games, the title will fully leverage the Japanese console's hardware capabilities to deliver a deeper single-player experience. In a dedicated PlayStation Blog post, Sony highlighted the technical […]

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24.06.2026
Exact Start Time for GTA 6 Pre-Orders and Ultimate Edition Bonuses Revealed

Rockstar has announced that GTA 6 pre-orders will begin on June 25 at 00:00 Kyiv time. Players will receive the bonus Vintage Vice City Pack for free when pre-ordering the game. Pre-loading will start on November 12, one week before release. GTA VI will cost $80 for the Standard Edition and $100 for the Ultimate […]

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24.06.2026
Tencent Plans to Exit Several Gaming Studios and Reassess Investment Strategy

Tech giant Tencent is reportedly in talks to exit several of its gaming industry investments. According to Bloomberg, citing anonymous sources familiar with the matter, the company is currently reviewing its minority stakes in numerous game development studios. The potential exits include investments in the Japanese market, particularly publicly traded company Marvelous Inc., whose shares […]

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24.06.2026
PUBG Mobile 4.5 Update to Bring Naruto-Themed Locations to Erangel

A major Version 4.5 update has been announced for PUBG Mobile, with its headline feature being a crossover with the iconic anime series Naruto Shippuden. The collaboration will introduce famous locations from the Naruto universe to the classic Erangel map, while players will also gain access to unique ninja abilities during matches. The new themed […]

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24.06.2026
Diablo 4 to Receive Overwatch-Themed Skins

Blizzard has announced a major collaboration between the Diablo 4 and Overwatch franchises. The event will begin on June 30 alongside the launch of Season 14, titled Season of Death Awakening. The in-game store will feature armor sets inspired by eight Overwatch heroes: Reinhardt, Mercy, Roadhog, Kiriko, Moira, Brigitte, Genji, and Reaper. There will also […]

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24.06.2026
Lords of the Fallen II has been delayed, with a new release window now set for Q1 2027

The developers stated: «Lords of the Fallen II is now set for a Q1 2027 release window. As development progresses, we have worked closely with the Gameplay Feedback Team, a dedicated group of seasoned soulslike veterans within our Launch Creative Team. Their valuable ongoing input, combined with the team’s vision, has identified meaningful opportunities to […]

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24.06.2026
Warhorse upcoming Lord of the Rings RPG is already being compared to GTA 6 in terms of hype

Fans of The Lord of the Rings have recently received major news as Warhorse Studios is developing a new open world role playing game set in Middle earth. Following the strong reception of Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, many see the pairing of the studio and the franchise as a perfect match, even though very few […]

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24.06.2026
VALORANT Patch 13.00: Major Buffs for Sentinels and Initiators

Riot Games has released Patch 13.00 for VALORANT. In addition to introducing the new Summit map and the Retake game mode, the developers focused on global agent balance changes. The main goal of the patch is to increase the value of tactical information while reducing the punishment for using abilities early in a round. The […]

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24.06.2026
THQ Nordic is preparing a big showcase with announcements and news about fan-favorite franchises

THQ Nordic has announced its annual THQ Nordic Digital Showcase, adding another major publisher event focused on upcoming games and new announcements. The showcase will take place on August 7 at 21:00 CEST and will be available to watch on YouTube, Twitch, and Steam. The company promises to reveal several major updates, share new details […]

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24.06.2026
Top Esports Matches on June 24: PUBG Nations Cup 2026 Continues and The International Qualifiers Heat Up

We have gathered the top esports matches taking place on June 24. PUBG Ukraine's national team will continue its campaign at the PUBG Nations Cup 2026. Broadcast [EN] Dota 2 The European qualifiers for The International 2026 will feature two elimination matches, while two more teams will move one step closer to securing a spot […]

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