MOONTON Games has approved a mandatory regulatory framework for licensing third-party competitions in the mobile game Mobile Legends: Bang Bang. From now on, any independent tournament organizer seeking official approval must integrate core components of the Esports Integrity Commission (ESIC) Integrity Program into its operational structure. The new rules establish a unified standard for amateur […]

The Dutch consumer rights organization Stichting Consumenten Competition Claims (CCC) has filed a claim against Valve, demanding more than €220 million in compensation. The group accuses the company of abusing its dominant position in the PC gaming market, which has allegedly forced players to overpay for years. As part of the GameClaim campaign, the rights […]

Esports Foundation (EF) has announced the opening of applications for its Creator Program 2026. The organization has allocated a $2 million budget to support and reward influencers who will co-stream Esports World Cup 2026 and Esports Nations Cup 2026 events. The program will cover two major tournaments this year: The initiative is a key component […]

The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) and video game publisher 2K were reportedly close to signing an agreement to develop a new football simulation game, but negotiations ultimately collapsed. The information comes from Insider Gaming, citing a report by Sports Gamers Online (SGO). According to sources, discussions between the two parties lasted several years […]

Today, June 12, the second round of matches at IEM Cologne Major 2026 Stage 3 in CS2 will take place. Fans can look forward to four matches between teams in the 1–0 bracket and four more in the 0–1 bracket. By the end of the day, the first teams will move a step closer to […]

We’ve gathered the key esports matches taking place on June 12. CS2 Today, the third stage of the IEM Cologne Major 2026 continues. Match Schedule Broadcast [EN] VALORANT The playoffs stage begins at VALORANT Masters London 2026. On this day, the first two upper bracket quarterfinal matches will take place. Broadcast [EN] It is worth […]

We have prepared a digest of the key gaming industry news for Players readers on June 11, 2026. Media: Fnatic Reaches Final Stage of Sale Process New Trailer Released for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope Expansion Paramount Plans to Develop a Video Game Based on Yellowstone Ubisoft Announces Restructuring; Around 380 Employees Could Be Affected […]

The first round of matches at IEM Cologne Major 2026 Stage 3 in CS2 has concluded. Winners advanced to the 1–0 bracket, where they will face each other, while the losing teams dropped into the 0–1 bracket. Match Results The IEM Cologne Major 2026 is taking place from June 2 to June 21 in Cologne, […]

NAVI suffered a defeat against Spirit in their opening match at the IEM Cologne Major 2026 in CS2. After the loss, the team dropped into the 0–1 bracket. Natus Vincere started the series with a heavy 1:13 defeat on Dust2, which was picked by “the Dragons”. On Anubis, NAVI performed better, but still fell short […]

Monte suffered a defeat in their opening match of the third stage of the IEM Cologne Major 2026 in CS2. The team was beaten by Aurora with a 0:2 scoreline (10:13 on Nuke and 7:13 on Anubis). As a result, the Ukrainian organization now sits in the 0–1 bracket and will play their next match […]

British esports organization Fnatic has reportedly entered the final phase of its investment and acquisition process, which began several months ago. According to sources cited by RFT, the company's leadership expects to make a final decision within the coming weeks. Multiple formal offers are currently under consideration, including proposals for both minority investments and a […]

Ukrainian squad B8 got off to a disappointing start at Stage 3 of the IEM Cologne Major 2026, suffering a defeat in its opening match against FURIA. B8 selected Mirage as their map pick and began on the T side, but managed to secure only three rounds before halftime. After switching sides, the Ukrainian team […]

Paramount Global is exploring the possibility of adapting its flagship television franchise, Yellowstone, into a video game. Expanding the so-called “Sheridan Universe,” created by Taylor Sheridan and John Linson, is currently one of the media giant’s key strategic priorities. In an interview with Polygon, Sean Kittelsen, Head of Creative and Production at Paramount Games Studio, […]