29.04.2026
Fortnite Leak Reveals New Details About Potential Overwatch Crossover

New Fortnite leaks have surfaced, shedding light on the rumored Overwatch crossover and hinting at its possible release window in the battle royale. The collaboration is expected to introduce several skins inspired by some of the hero shooter’s most iconic characters. The crossover has already surprised fans of both franchises. Earlier leaks suggested that four […]

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29.04.2026
Vampire RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker set for September 3 release and planned as the start of a major franchise

The action RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker is among the most anticipated titles of 2026 in its genre, and a recent presentation by Polish studio Rebel Wolves has reinforced that expectation. Veterans of CD Projekt led by The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077 game director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz showcased new gameplay footage and revealed key details […]

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29.04.2026
Steam Deck 2 Is in Development, Valve Engineer Confirms Work on New Handheld Console

Many are wondering whether Valve is preparing a new generation of its handheld console, the Steam Deck, which effectively set the trend and shaped the market for compact yet powerful gaming devices. Back in fall 2025, Valve senior engineer Pierre-Loup Griffais noted that «the time for Steam Deck 2 has not yet come», explaining this […]

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29.04.2026
Mephisto returns in Diablo IV: the major expansion Lord of Hatred has been released

Diablo IV has launched its second story expansion titled Lord of Hatred, bringing a large amount of new content and continuing the game’s narrative Diablo IV. The expansion is now available on PC via Steam and Battle.net, as well as on both PlayStation and Xbox generations. Alongside its release, the thirteenth season has begun, introducing […]

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29.04.2026
Rocket League Introduces Easy Anti-Cheat on PC: What Players Need to Know

For online play in Rocket League on PC, the Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) system is becoming mandatory. The update is aimed at maintaining fair and competitive gameplay. EAC runs in the background and fully supports both Steam Deck and Linux. However, modifications (mods) will no longer work in online matches with anti-cheat enabled—they will only be […]

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29.04.2026
RCS Sport and NOVO Esports Bring the Giro d’Italia to Fortnite

The organizer of the Giro d’Italia, RCS Sport, has announced a partnership with NOVO Esports to launch the legendary cycling race inside the popular game Fortnite. The project introduces a specially designed in-game environment created to promote the 109th edition of the “Corsa Rosa.” The main goal of the initiative is to engage a younger, […]

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29.04.2026
Top Esports Matches on April 29: NAVI Debut at BLAST Rivals and LoL Clash for Riyadh

Here are the key esports matches to watch on April 29. Counter-Strike 2 North American tournaments are back as BLAST Rivals S1 2026 kicks off today in Counter-Strike 2. Match schedule: Broadcast [EN] League of Legends The upper bracket quarterfinals begin in the closed qualifier for the Esports World Cup 2026 in League of Legends. […]

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29.04.2026
First Tournament for Ukraine’s Rocket League National Team

Ukraine’s national team in Rocket League finished second in their group at the FIFAe Nations League 2026: Europe Week 1, securing a spot in the playoffs. Their opening match came against the reigning world champions. The two games played out very differently — the first was a one-sided loss, while in the second Ukraine had […]

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29.04.2026
ARC Raiders & VALORANT Updates, GamerLegion Controversy — April 28 News Digest

Here’s a roundup of the key stories from April 28, 2026. VALORANT Patch 12.08: Ascension Mode and Ascent Return Major Riven Tides Update Released for ARC Raiders B8 Launches Second Academy Roster S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Exhibition Opens at Chornobyl Museum HLTV Investigates GamerLegion Internal Issues

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29.04.2026
Cache officially returns to Counter-Strike

The update for Counter-Strike 2 brings a number of targeted but important changes, affecting both gameplay and technical aspects. The spotlight is on the return of one of the community’s favorite maps, Cache, along with updates to classic locations, bug fixes, and minor improvements to animations and sound. Developers at Valve continue to steadily refine […]

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