We have prepared a digest of the main news for October 9, 2026, for Players readers.
After FURIA advanced to the ESL Pro League Season 24 playoffs, we spoke with YEKINDAR. The Latvian player talked about the team’s current form, the packed tournament schedule and mental fatigue after competing in numerous events back-to-back.
Konami Triples eFootball Championship 2027 Prize Pool and Announces Massive Tournament Expansion
Konami Digital Entertainment has officially announced the expansion of its flagship esports club tournament, the eFootball Championship 2027. The updated competitive season, which kicked off on October 8, 2026, features a restructured qualification system and a significant increase in the scale of the competition.
When Appearance Became More Important Than the Person
He became a world champion. The internet discussed his face.
STAR WARS Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II — The Game That Let Players Become Jedi
On October 9, 1997, STAR WARS Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II was released. Developed by LucasArts, this action-adventure shooter continued the story of Dark Forces and marked an important step in the evolution of Star Wars video games. Players could not only fight enemies with blasters but also wield a lightsaber and use the Force. These new features helped make the game one of the most notable entries in the classic Jedi Knight series.
VALORANT Champions 2026: Nongshim RedForce and Paper Rex Eliminated
Two first-round lower-bracket playoff matches took place at VALORANT Champions 2026 in Shanghai. 100 Thieves and T1 secured 2–1 victories over Nongshim RedForce and Paper Rex, respectively. Both winners will continue their fight for the championship title, while their opponents have been eliminated from the tournament.
