Microsoft's ongoing Xbox restructuring is bringing major changes to Obsidian Entertainment. According to Bloomberg sources, the studio has canceled several projects, including a sequel to Avowed, and will instead focus on developing a brand new Fallout game. Sources say roughly a quarter of Obsidian's workforce has been laid off as part of the restructuring. The […]
Goals AB, the studio behind the football simulator GOALS, has announced its official esports ecosystem. The developers position GOALS as a gameplay-focused alternative to traditional licensed football simulators. The Stockholm-based studio aims to build a sustainable competitive scene from the ground up, with player skill, fair competition, deep gameplay mechanics, and a spectator-friendly viewing experience […]
Valve has released a new update for Counter-Strike 2, marking the start of Premier Mode Season 5. The biggest change is a complete overhaul of the bomb explosion mechanics. When the bomb detonates, the blast wave now spreads outward from the bombsite across the map. As before, players who are too close to the bomb […]
We've rounded up the biggest esports matches taking place on July 9. League of Legends The 2026 Mid-Season Invitational will feature a highly focused schedule with just one, but blockbuster, matchup. The upper bracket final will determine the first team to secure a spot in the tournament's Grand Final. Трансляція [EN] Dota 2 The group […]
We've prepared a roundup of the key esports news from July 8, 2026. Bamb1ni announces Ukraine's PUBG Mobile national team for ENC 2026 G2 eliminate T1 from the 2026 Mid-Season Invitational Fnatic with Ukrainian player qualify for EWC 2026 in Rainbow Six Siege VALORANT Mobile to receive exclusive FIFA World Cup-themed weapon skins
The developers of Marvel Rivals have confirmed that Jubilee will join the game as the newest hero in Season 9. The update will also introduce a major rework for Black Widow, fundamentally changing her gameplay and significantly improving her effectiveness in matches. Jubilee Jubilee will join the roster as a Strategist, serving as a support-focused […]
The Elder Scrolls 6 is still expected to launch before 2030, but fans should not expect it anytime soon. During a recent Bloomberg Q&A, well known industry insider and journalist Jason Schreier shared an updated estimate for the game's release. According to Schreier, the RPG is still "2 to 3 years away at least." If […]
Following a major wave of layoffs, id Software has released Revelations, the first and most likely only expansion for DOOM: The Dark Ages. The DLC had a rocky launch, with players reporting technical issues and bugs during its first hours. However, the developers quickly addressed the problems with updates, and the expansion has since received […]
Polish developer Rebel Wolves, founded by former CD Projekt RED veterans, is nearing the release of its debut RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker. The studio recently gave VGC early access to the game, allowing the outlet to publish a 30-minute gameplay video showcasing its opening sequence. The footage begins before protagonist Coen gains any supernatural […]
Konami has once again sparked debate with an unusual release strategy. In partnership with Limited Run Games, the publisher has announced a physical Deluxe Edition of Silent Hill: The Short Message for PlayStation 5, despite the game being available as a free download since its 2024 launch. The announcement comes as Sony faces criticism over […]
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is off to a strong start before its official release, according to estimates from Alinea Analytics. The remake has reportedly exceeded 300,000 pre orders on Steam alone. Based on those figures, Ubisoft has already generated an estimated $14 million in gross revenue. The game has also attracted significant interest on […]
The Ukrainian Esports Federation (UESF) has unveiled Ukraine's PUBG Mobile national team for the Esports Nations Cup 2026. The roster was announced during a livestream hosted by the team's coach, Dmytro "Bamb1ni" Kuzmenko. Ukraine's lineup consists of: Substitutes: The PUBG Mobile tournament at the Esports Nations Cup 2026 will take place from November 3 to […]
The second round of the lower bracket at the 2026 Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) has concluded. The day opened with LYON defeating Secret Whales in a dominant 3-0 sweep. In the second match, G2 Esports overcame T1 with a 3-1 victory, eliminating the Korean squad from the tournament. LYON and G2 Esports will now face each […]
