We have prepared a digest of the main news stories for Players readers for June 15, 2026.
Konami Fully Shuts Down Online Services in Russia and Belarus
- Japanese company Konami has officially discontinued the operation of its servers in Russia and Belarus. Starting June 15, access to all online services requiring authentication through KONAMI ID has been completely blocked for users from these countries.
FUT Lost to BB and Missed the IEM Cologne Major 2026 Playoffs
- FUT played their playoff qualification match against the Russian team BB. Unfortunately, the European squad lacked experience in high-pressure matches and suffered identical 7:13 defeats on Mirage and Dust2, losing the series 0:2 and missing out on a playoff spot.
Electronic Arts Launches EA Advertising Division for Large-Scale In-Game Advertising Integration
- Electronic Arts (EA) has announced the creation of a new dedicated division called EA Advertising. The primary goal of the new structure is to simplify and scale brand partnerships with the publisher across all of its gaming projects and platforms.
Leak Reveals New Details About a Cooperative Game Set in The Witcher Universe
- New details have surfaced online regarding an unannounced cooperative spin-off set in The Witcher universe, reportedly taking place long before the main storyline of the series. According to insiders, the project will feature deep character customization and a progression system based on player skills.
BOARS Gaming Women’s Roster Reaches the PMEWL S6 Grand Final
- BOARS Gaming’s women’s roster delivered a strong performance in the tournament semifinals, accumulating a total of 115 points. This result allowed the team to secure a top-three finish and qualify for the grand final.