19.03.2026
RUMOR: LEC matches could switch to an online format starting next year

According to information currently circulating online, Riot Games may move League of Legends EMEA Championship (LEC) matches to a fully online format. The only exception would be special roadtrip events. The changes are expected to take effect in 2027. During a co-stream of the First Stand tournament, former professional League of Legends player Kim “Wadid” […]

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19.03.2026
IO Interactive and MindsEye studio BARB end partnership

Studios IO Interactive and Build A Rocket Boy have announced the end of their publishing partnership for the game MindsEye. From now on, Build A Rocket Boy will take over all publishing responsibilities for the game. IO Interactive will only assist with technical aspects during the transition period over the next few weeks to ensure […]

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19.03.2026
PlayStation 3, nearly 20 years old, receives another system update — translation into English

PlayStation 3, which is almost 20 years old, received another system update Sony has released firmware version 4.92 for its 2006 console. “This system software update improves system performance,” the update description says. However, the real purpose of this update is technical — updating AACS encryption keys for the built-in Blu-ray player. This is required […]

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19.03.2026
Top esports matches on March 19: First Stand Tournament continues, BLAST Open Rotterdam and PGS 2026

We have collected the main esports matches that will take place on March 19. League of Legends At First Stand Tournament 2026 in Brazil, it’s time for the decisive matches in Group B. Match schedule:15:00 — Gen.G vs LYON20:00 — JD Gaming vs LOUD Broadcast [EN] PUBG Today, matches of the PUBG Global Series 2026 […]

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19.03.2026
Another Ukrainian joined Fnatic, NAVI defeated B8 — news digest for March 18

We have prepared for Players readers a digest of the main news for March 18, 2026. Take-Two CEO explains why AI can’t create a game on the scale of GTA Central Coast Studios plans to build a $260M esports and film production hub in Australia Rockstar game sales banned in Brazil under new law Full […]

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19.03.2026
NaVi advance through the upper bracket, while B8 drop to the lower bracket at BLAST Open Rotterdam 2026

The first day of BLAST Open Rotterdam has come to an end. For now, we’re watching the matches from the BLAST studio rather than directly from the Netherlands, but that doesn’t make them any less exciting. Only Group A played today. Dropped to the lower bracket: B8, NRG, TYLOO, and FaZe. Advanced through the upper […]

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18.03.2026
Results of Round 3 of UNBROKEN UA

The group stage of the UNBROKEN UA league in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, organized by tournament operator ESEL, continues to gain momentum. The third match day delivered not just games, but intense battles for the viewers. Match results BOARS GAMING 1:0 LIONS GAMING The start was bold for the Lions — they secured first blood […]

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18.03.2026
Black Cat and White Fox will be added to Marvel Rivals

In the superhero shooter Marvel Rivals, players will soon be able to try out new characters: Black Cat and White Fox. It has been officially confirmed that Season 7 “The Hunt is On” will launch on March 20, 2026, with White Fox joining the roster as a new hero. Shortly after, in Season 7.5, expected in April […]

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18.03.2026
Fnatic have officially signed the Ukrainian player Br4tko

As previously reported, a Ukrainian player is on Fnatic’s radar. It seems that the influence of other Ukrainian players in the team is quite significant, which is why they are bringing in their compatriots. Fnatic has officially announced that maden is moving to inactive status, and the Ukrainian player will take his spot on the […]

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18.03.2026
BLAST Open Rotterdam 2026: Prize Pool, Tournament Format, and Participants

BLAST Open Rotterdam 2026 is the first major open tournament of the BLAST Open series in 2026. The tournament takes place from March 18 to 29, 2026. The group stage (March 18–23) was held at the BLAST studio near Copenhagen, Denmark, while the playoffs (March 27–29) take place at the Ahoy arena in Rotterdam, Netherlands. […]

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