17.04.2026
Ascent to return to VALORANT map pool

Riot Games is set to bring back Ascent to the competitive map pool in VALORANT during the next map rotation, according to insider AkamaruVal. The developers are reportedly planning to remove Bind from the pool, making room for the long-awaited return of Ascent, which the community has been anticipating for quite some time. Current VALORANT […]

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17.04.2026
First match schedule for PGL Wallachia Season 8 revealed — Natus Vincere to face Xtreme Gaming

The organizers of PGL Wallachia Season 8 in Dota 2 have announced the schedule for the first round of the group stage. The information was published on the social media of tournament operator PGL. The tournament kicks off on April 18, with the first matches starting at 11:00 Kyiv time. Natus Vincere will face Xtreme […]

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17.04.2026
Esports player sets new Guinness World Record for most mouse clicks

Professional esports player Yiğit Yigox Arslan has set a new Guinness World Records world record for the most mouse clicks. In 60 seconds, he achieved 760 clicks using the Logitech G PRO X2 SUPERSTRIKE mouse. The record was set during an official attempt at the FUT Esports training facility in Istanbul. The process took place […]

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17.04.2026
First trailer for Avengers: Doomsday showcased

During CinemaCon, a closed screening of the first trailer for Avengers: Doomsday took place. The information was shared on X by DiscussingFilm. The footage featured: The film is scheduled for release in Ukraine on December 17, 2026, and in the United States on December 18. Robert Downey Jr. will portray Doctor Doom in the movie. […]

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17.04.2026
Main soundtrack for 007: First Light by Lana Del Rey released

Studio IO Interactive has teamed up with renowned singer Lana Del Rey to create the main theme for 007: First Light. The track is already available on streaming platforms. The composition is titled “First Light” and was created by Lana Del Rey in collaboration with composer David Arnold. The release of 007: First Light is […]

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17.04.2026
Call of Duty film adaptation release date announced

At CinemaCon, Paramount Pictures officially presented the first materials for the upcoming film adaptation of the культової video game series Call of Duty. The project was introduced by director Peter Berg and Activision president Rob Kostich. It has been confirmed that the film will be released in theaters on June 30, 2028. CinemaCon attendees were […]

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17.04.2026
Boars Divine claim bronze at Female Pro League: Frozen Diva S1

As part of the first season of the Female Pro League: Frozen Diva in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, the third-place match has concluded. In a principled clash between two rosters from the same organization, Boars Divine came out on top. In a tense battle for a spot on the podium, Boars Divine showcased excellent tactical […]

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17.04.2026
Main esports matches on April 17: NAVI in the IEM Rio playoffs

We’ve gathered the key esports matches taking place on April 17. CS2 he IEM Rio 2026 playoffs stage kicks off today, featuring some exciting quarterfinal matchups. Match schedule: Broadcast [EN] VALORANT Another matchday of the group stage of VCT 2026: EMEA Stage 1 will take place at the Riot Games Arena. Match schedule: Broadcast [EN] […]

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17.04.2026
Metro 2039 announcement, StarLadder StarSeries Fall venue revealed — news digest for April 16

We have prepared a digest of the main news for Players readers as of April 16, 2026. 4A Games officially unveils Metro 2039 — Moscow Metro remains the setting Media: StarLadder StarSeries Fall to take place on September 17–20 in Vaasa, Finland First full trailer for the Street Fighter film adaptation released Ukraine exits in […]

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16.04.2026
4A Games officially unveil Metro 2039 — the setting remains the Moscow metro

4A Games held a presentation of Metro 2039. The game is scheduled for release this winter on Xbox Series S/X, PlayStation 5, Steam, and Epic Games. “Twenty-five years later, the last survivors of a nuclear war have been locked in brutal संघर्षs deep within the metro tunnels beneath a poisoned Moscow. But now, they have […]

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