Microsoft has unveiled the first batch of games coming to Xbox Game Pass as part of its July content update. A total of 10 new titles will be added to the service. Full release schedule for the first wave of July additions: Reminder: As part of its restructuring, id Software is set to lose around […]

Legendary game developer id Software, best known for the DOOM, Wolfenstein, RAGE, and Quake franchises, has lost approximately half of its workforce. The layoffs were publicly confirmed by former Senior Gameplay Systems Programmer Michael Maynard, who spent 21 years at id Software. In a post on LinkedIn, he revealed that he was laid off alongside […]

Professional Counter-Strike 2 player Ludvig "Brollan" Brolin has parted ways with esports organization MOUZ. The announcement was made on the club's social media channels. Brollan initially joined MOUZ on loan from Ninjas in Pyjamas at the beginning of 2024 before signing with the team on a permanent basis later that year. At the start of […]

As you travel across the vast deserts of Sand: Raiders of Sophie, you'll occasionally encounter Suspicious Piles of Sand that conceal valuable loot beneath the surface. These hidden stashes are commonly found near shipwrecks, but you'll need a shovel before you can dig them up. This guide explains where to obtain a shovel, how to […]

Esports organization HEROIC has officially announced the signing of Spanish Counter-Strike 2 player Antonio "MartinezSa" Martinez. MartinezSa will replace Simon "yxngstxr" Boije as HEROIC's primary AWPer. The move marks MartinezSa's first experience competing in an English-speaking roster. Prior to joining HEROIC, the Spanish AWPer had played exclusively for Spanish-speaking teams, including Movistar Riders, 9z, and […]

Esports organization HEROIC has announced changes to its Counter-Strike 2 roster. Yasin "xfl0ud" Koç and Simon "yxngstxr" Boije have been moved out of the active lineup. The roster moves are part of a broader restructuring of the team. xfl0ud spent a year and a half with HEROIC. His time with the organization was previously interrupted […]

VALORANT Challengers 2026 EMEA: Stage 3 has concluded, with three spots for the VCT EMEA: Stage 2 Play-Ins on the line. Enterprise Esports, REBORN, and Joblife secured qualification for the VCT EMEA: Stage 2 Play-Ins. The remaining teams from Challengers 2026 EMEA: Stage 3 have advanced to the Last Chance Qualifier (LCQ), where one final […]

Turkish esports organization FUT has officially announced that Laurențiu "lauNX" Țârlea has been moved to the team's inactive roster. The announcement was made on the club's social media channels. According to reports, lauNX is expected to continue his career with HEROIC. As part of the potential deal, FUT is reportedly set to receive Yasin "xfl0ud" […]

The organizers of the Esports World Cup 2026 Dota 2 tournament have unveiled the trophy that will be awarded to the champions. The trophy features a Russian-language inscription: "Nothing is guaranteed, everything is earned." EWC 2026 Dota 2 takes place from July 7 to July 12 in Paris, France. The tournament features a $2 million […]

Following Xbox's major restructuring, Compulsion Games has officially confirmed that it will become an independent studio once again. As part of the transition, the developer will retain ownership of Contrast, We Happy Few, and the award-winning South of Midnight. In its statement, the studio thanked Xbox for years of support and collaboration. «Today, we're sharing […]

Following Xbox's major restructuring announcement, Arkane founder Raphaël Colantonio surprised fans by asking Xbox CEO Asha Sharma how much it would cost to buy the studio. Replying to Sharma's post on X outlining the company's upcoming changes and Arkane's uncertain future, Colantonio simply wrote, "How much?" before adding that he was "asking for a friend" […]

Tencent has filed a new trademark application with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) for Honor of Kings: Ace. While little is currently known about the project, the registration documents indicate that it will be a PC game with a strong esports focus. The move marks a significant strategic shift for the Honor of […]

The developers of PUBG: Battlegrounds will host PUBG Global Series 2026 Circuit 3 and Circuit 4 in Shanghai, China. This was reported by blogger Patryk, citing his sources within the professional player community. The three tournaments that make up PGS 2026 Circuit 3 will take place from August 5 to August 23, while Circuit 4 […]