We’ve prepared a digest of the main news for April 29, 2026, for Players readers.
De_cache officially returns to Counter-Strike
- The latest update for Counter-Strike 2 introduced a number of small but important changes affecting both gameplay and technical aspects. The highlight is the return of one of the community’s most beloved maps, Cache, along with refinements to classic locations, bug fixes, and minor improvements to animations and sound.
Study: Playing League of Legends improves brain function
- A new study by scientists from the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China suggests that playing League of Legends can improve brain function, with some effects lasting even after 10 weeks.
NAVI suspend NAVI Junior Dota 2 roster
- The esports organization NAVI announced the decision to pause its Dota 2 academy roster. The club shared the news on its social media channels.
FIA launches Esports Global Rally Tour based on Assetto Corsa Rally
- The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) has officially announced the launch of the FIA Esports Global Rally Tour based on the game Assetto Corsa Rally. The initiative aims to attract a new audience and double global participation in motorsport.
Passion UA list Oleksandr Zinchenko as substitute for IEM Atlanta 2026
- Passion UA have officially listed Oleksandr Zinchenko as a substitute for IEM Atlanta 2026, which the Ukrainian organization will attend in May. It is important to note that this is a substitute role rather than a stand-in, so it is currently unclear whether Zinchenko will play for the team at the LAN event.
Starlace join Female Pro League Season 2: Emerald Diva lineup
- ESEL continues to announce participants for its women’s tournament, Female Pro League Season 2: Emerald Diva in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang. The next team to officially register is the ambitious five-player squad, Starlace.
