03.05.2026
IOC suspends operations of its Esports Commission

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has decided to suspend the work of its Esports Commission, casting doubt on the future of the Olympic Esports Games initiative. This was reported by the Japanese news agency Kyodo. The shift in direction is linked to the new IOC President, Kirsty Coventry, who took office in June 2025. She […]

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03.05.2026
Key events of the upcoming week: Monte to start at PGL Astana 2026 and the launch of Female Pro League S2

A new esports week is ahead. From May 4 to May 10, we can expect intense matchups across various tournaments, along with fresh content from Players. We’ve gathered the most important highlights so you don’t miss any key events. Our focus will be on: Every morning at 07:00, we will publish a fresh digest covering […]

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03.05.2026
Magnus Carlsen and several top chess players to skip the Grand Chess Tour 2026 in favor of the Esports World Cup

Former World Champion Magnus Carlsen will not participate in the Grand Chess Tour 2026 series. He has chosen instead to compete in the chess tournament held as part of the Esports World Cup, whose dates overlap with the GCT. The Grand Chess Tour will run from May 3 to August 28 across four locations. Meanwhile, […]

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03.05.2026
Wolves Esports denied visas for participation in the Salt Lake City Major

Wolves Esports player Huang “ArFeng” Zifeng confirmed that the team has been denied the visas required to enter the United States. As a result, the roster—composed entirely of Chinese players—will likely miss the BLAST R6 Salt Lake City Major. ArFeng posted a video on Bilibili, where he said: “Unfortunately, the visa officer shut me down. […]

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03.05.2026
PUBG MOBILE announces collaboration with the anime Blue Lock

The developers of the mobile battle royale PUBG MOBILE have revealed an upcoming collaboration with the popular sports anime Blue Lock. The crossover will bring exclusive themed content to the game. Starting May 14, players will be able to obtain a special bundle. The official launch of the collaboration is scheduled for May 22. Players […]

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03.05.2026
Forza Horizon 6 launches May 19 and refreshes the open world formula

The open world genre is set for a boost on May 19 with the release of Forza Horizon 6. Players will head to Japan to experience racing freedom enhanced by new technologies and systems. The game continues the series focus on living worlds, adding deeper customization, improved progression, and stronger realism. Progression is tied to […]

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03.05.2026
LEGO announces a budget Sega Mega Drive set

LEGO has unveiled a new retro-themed set — the Sega Mega Drive console. The original system, released in 1988, sold over 30 million units and introduced the world to many legendary characters. The set is scheduled for release on June 1, 2026. It consists of 479 pieces and offers a high level of detail despite […]

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03.05.2026
Subnautica 2 receives official PC system requirements

Following the release date reveal, the developers of Subnautica 2 have shared the PC system requirements for their upcoming ocean survival adventure. The studio also confirmed that KRAFTON remains a co-publisher of the project. Shortly after announcing the early access launch, Unknown Worlds provided detailed technical specifications. The sequel will require more powerful hardware than […]

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03.05.2026
Official Cyberpunk 2077-themed tarot deck to be released this year

CD Projekt Red has teamed up with Dark Horse to release new merchandise based on the Cyberpunk 2077 universe — this time, an official tarot card deck has been announced. In addition to the cards themselves, the set will include a guidebook covering the basics of tarot. The release is scheduled for fall this year. […]

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03.05.2026
Boars Gaming deliver a strong performance on Day 2 of the PMCO WEU 2026 Knockout Stage

On May 2, matches of Day 2 of the PUBG Mobile Club Open WEU Wildcard 2026 Spring Knockout Stage took place. Teams from Groups A and C competed on this match day. Boars Gaming performed confidently, earning 93 points and winning two maps. The team now has a total of 160 points, which has likely […]

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