16.02.2026
NAVI Defeat Fnatic to Reach the LEC 2026 Versus Semifinals

The Natus Vincere League of Legends roster kicked off their playoff run at LEC 2026 Versus. In the upper bracket quarterfinals, NAVI confidently defeated Fnatic with a 2–0 score. Rhilech was named the MVP of the match. The “Born to Win” squad advanced to the upper bracket semifinals, where they will face the winner of […]

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16.02.2026
Unreal Tournament 2004 Is Now Available for Free Thanks to the Fan Community

Epic Games may have moved on from the Unreal series long ago, but it hasn’t completely abandoned its classic shooters. In recent years, the company has allowed Internet Archive to host its older titles, making Unreal Gold and the original Unreal Tournament available for download. Thanks to the efforts of the OldUnreal community and official […]

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16.02.2026
Sport as a Tool in Esports

The modern level of sport is extremely high—every discipline works hand in hand with science. Today, physical culture and sport have become an integral part of everyday life. Some people include physical activity in their schedule to feel good and stay healthy, while others train and compete to experience emotions, adrenaline, and the thrill of […]

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16.02.2026
Ubisoft Extends Partnership with BLAST and Announces 2026 Rainbow Six Major Locations

BLAST and Ubisoft have announced the extension of their global partnership within the Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege esports ecosystem through the end of the 2028/29 season. The partnership renewal was revealed during the grand final of the Six Invitational 2026. At the same time, the locations for the biggest Rainbow Six tournaments in 2026 […]

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16.02.2026
Next PlayStation Generation Could Be Two Years Late

Sources from Bloomberg report that Sony is considering delaying the PS6 launch to 2028 or even 2029. At the same time, Nintendo is reportedly considering raising the price of the Switch 2 later this year. The outlet states that Sony is considering pushing back the debut of its next PlayStation console to 2028 or even […]

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16.02.2026
PUBG: Battlegrounds Added to Esports Nations Cup 2026 Lineup

The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has confirmed that PUBG: Battlegrounds will be one of the official disciplines at the inaugural Esports Nations Cup 2026. The tournament is scheduled to take place from November 11 to 15. A total of 24 national teams will compete in the event. Twelve squads will receive direct invitations based […]

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16.02.2026
Blizzard reveals new details about the Lord of Hatred expansion for Diablo 4

Blizzard Entertainment has hosted a special Diablo 30th Anniversary Spotlight presentation, during which it unveiled new information about the large scale Lord of Hatred expansion for Diablo 4. The expansion will take players to a brand new region called Skovos, never before seen in the series. The area is inspired by ancient Mediterranean aesthetics, featuring […]

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16.02.2026
Update 0.5 released for Assetto Corsa EVO

Kunos Simulazioni has rolled out update 0.5 for Assetto Corsa EVO. The most significant change is the removal of the traditional career mode with progression systems and in-game currency. It has been replaced by Driving Academy, a new format built around challenges and training sessions focused on improving driving skills and racing precision. Key features […]

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16.02.2026
Solid Snake joins Rainbow Six Siege X

Ubisoft has unveiled the Year 11 roadmap for Rainbow Six Siege X. The developers promise more seasons new events a social hub and the arrival of iconic character Solid Snake as a playable operator. The first season launches on March 3 bringing revamped maps a 1v1 arcade mode and a major balance update. The company […]

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16.02.2026
Konami reveals the release date of Darwin's Paradox! and launches a demo

Konami alongside French developer ZDT Studio has announced the release date of the humorous action platformer Darwin's Paradox!, starring an energetic octopus named Darwin. The new trailer highlights several key points. First, the game is set to launch on April 2 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. Second, players can already […]

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