We've prepared a roundup of the top gaming and esports news for Players on July 2, 2026.
Jimpphat Leaves MOUZ
- German esports organization MOUZ has announced that Finnish CS2 player Jimi "Jimpphat" Salo has left the club. The news was shared through the organization's official social media channels.
Domino’s UK Mocks PlayStation’s Shift Away from Physical Discs
- The UK division of Domino’s Pizza published a humorous "official statement" announcing that it would completely stop producing physical pizzas in favor of "digital" ones. The company made the joke in response to Sony’s decision to gradually phase out physical game releases on discs.
PUBG Mobile × Naruto Collaboration Skins Revealed
- PUBG Mobile Update 4.5 launches on July 9, with its biggest highlight being a major collaboration with the iconic Naruto anime franchise. The developers have confirmed the addition of nine fully-fledged character skins, unique ninja techniques, and a brand-new themed game mode.
Cristiano Ronaldo Appears in Esports World Cup 2026 Promotional Video
- Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo is returning to collaborate with the Esports Foundation as the Global Brand Ambassador for Esports World Cup 2026 (EWC 26). A promotional video featuring the footballer was published on the event's social media channels.
Valve Releases Small Update for Dota 2 and the Dark Carnival Event
- During the night of July 2, Valve released a small update for Dota 2. The developers focused primarily on fixing various bugs affecting both the game itself and the Dark Carnival event.