14.08.2026
RieNs on the Victory Over NAVI, Battling Inconsistency, and the Dream of Shanghai

The Spanish esports organization Team Heretics secured an important victory against NAVI, guaranteeing their spot in the next round of the VCT EMEA Stage 2 Play-Ins. Now, the team is only two wins away from reaching the playoffs. Following a tense series, team player Enes "RieNs" Ecirli, who has remained one of the most consistent […]

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14.08.2026
Ukrainians Will Fight for the Playoffs: Day 3 Preview of EWC 2026 in CS2

Today, August 14, the group stage of the Counter-Strike 2 tournament continues at the Esports World Cup 2026 in Paris. After two matchdays, the first playoff participants have already been determined, and the third day will be crucial for teams striving to take the next step toward the main stage of the competition. Particular attention […]

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14.08.2026
Official: Konami Reveals Details of the Massive eFootball v6.0.0 Update

In its latest eFootball Connect video, Konami announced the details of the upcoming v6.0.0 update. The new season will bring a number of gameplay innovations, fresh campaigns, and expanded content to the game. The official release of the update is scheduled for August 13, 2026, with extensive server maintenance starting a day earlier on August […]

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14.08.2026
B1ad3 on NAVI Behind the Scenes: Failed Transfers, Declining BLAST Bounty, and Surprises on Cache

Natus Vincere's CS2 roster successfully returned to the competitive scene, defeating 3DMAX with a score of 13-9 in the opening stage of the Esports World Cup 2026. This was the team's first official game since being eliminated from the IEM Cologne Major. In a comprehensive interview with HLTV, the team's head coach Andrey "B1ad3" Gorodenskiy […]

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14.08.2026
Shifters' Rough Start in the LEC Summer Split: Stend Comments on Losing Streak and Team's Critical Situation

Following a defeat to GIANTX during the latest LEC Summer Split weekend, Shifters find themselves in a delicate position, starting the season with a 0-3 record. Roster newcomer, French support player Paul “Stend” Lardin, gave a candid interview sharing his frustration over the rocky start and assessing the team's chances of reaching the playoffs. According […]

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14.08.2026
Mafia: The Omertà Collection Officially Announced — The Complete Crime Saga Bundle

2K has laid its cards on the table and officially announced Mafia: The Omertà Collection. This massive new bundle unites all four games of the cult classic crime franchise into one comprehensive package. The collection is scheduled to release on August 14. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam. […]

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14.08.2026
James Banks expects a strong performance from NAVI at EWC 2026 after skipping BLAST Bounty

Famous esports host and commentator James Banks shared his expectations for NAVI’s performance at the Esports World Cup 2026 in Counter-Strike 2. In his post on X, Banks noted that he is interested to see what NAVI will be capable of at this tournament. According to him, the team skipped BLAST Bounty and got the […]

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14.08.2026
"We must demand more from ourselves": Team Vitality solidifies its spot in the LEC top, Lyncas shares plans for playoffs

Team Vitality continues its climb up the 2026 LEC Summer Season standings, securing their third consecutive win. After a tough start in Paris, the team defeated Team Heretics and SK Gaming, solidifying their hold on third place with a 3-2 record. Ahead lies a serious challenge in the form of GIANTX. In an exclusive interview, […]

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14.08.2026
13 Years of Payday 2, Esports World Cup Sensation, Hogwarts Legacy 2 officially confirmed – August 13 News Digest

Players has prepared a digest of the main news for August 13, 2026, for its readers. Esports World Cup Sensation: JiJieHao Defeat Spirit in Opening BO1 Series The series of upsets in best-of-one matches at the Esports World Cup continues. In Group A, JiJieHao pulled off a massive upset by defeating Team Spirit with a score […]

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13.08.2026
Hogwarts Legacy 2 officially confirmed by Warner Bros. Discovery

Warner Bros. Discovery has officially confirmed that a sequel to Hogwarts Legacy is in development. The company mentioned the second installment in a recent shareholder letter, naming it among the upcoming projects expected to help expand its gaming business. The original Hogwarts Legacy became a major commercial success, selling more than 40 million copies worldwide. […]

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13.08.2026
Oscarinin on His Successful Start with GIANTX, the Conflict with Fnatic, and the Battle for Worlds

Spanish toplaner Óscar “Oscarinin” Muñoz Jiménez has made a triumphant return to the LEC with GIANTX. Following a series of victories over Shifters and Movistar KOI in Week 3 of the Summer Split, his team has secured a 2-1 standing. In a recent interview, the player opened up about his current form, the healthy atmosphere […]

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13.08.2026
A Massive VCT EMEA Fan Fest Will Take Place in Barcelona: Everything VALORANT Fans Need to Know

VALORANT fans heading to Barcelona for the VCT EMEA Stage 2 Finals will get much more than just watching matches. From August 28 to 30, the free VCT EMEA Barcelona Fan Fest will take place around the Olímpic Arena in Badalona. The event will offer attendees meet-and-greets with renowned content creators, mini-games, tournaments, and themed […]

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13.08.2026
EWC 2026: Day 2 of Group Stage — First CS2 Playoff Spots

The second matchday of the Esports World Cup 2026 in Counter-Strike 2 will be decisive for many teams. The winners of today's upper bracket matches will immediately secure their spots in the playoffs, while for the losers, the path will become more difficult — they will have to win two matches in a row in […]

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