09.06.2026
Second “Boars Derby”: Schedule of Day 10 of Unbroken UA Season 2

The midpoint of the group stage is now behind us, and tensions are rising in the Unbroken UA Season 2 with new intensity. The organizers have revealed the schedule for the tenth match day, which promises to be one of the most exciting of the season. Ahead of us are four key matchups in a […]

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09.06.2026
Ukrainian Team Monte Enters Top 16 at IEM Cologne Major 2026

The roster of the Ukrainian organization Monte has advanced to Stage 3 of the IEM Cologne Major 2026. In the 2–2 bracket of Stage 2, Monte faced paiN Gaming in a decisive match for survival and a spot in Stage 3 of the tournament. The Ukrainian squad started strongly on the Brazilians’ map pick, winning […]

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09.06.2026
007 First Light Sequel Likely if Player Demand Remains Strong

Amazon’s Head of Gaming, Jeff Gattis, has suggested that a sequel to 007 First Light should happen, provided there is enough interest from players. Last week, fans were concerned after comments implied that a future James Bond game might not be developed by IO Interactive. Gattis has now clarified those remarks during an interview with […]

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09.06.2026
Dplus Head Coach “cvMax” Receives Official Warning for Inappropriate Remarks Following Road to MSI Elimination

Dplus League of Legends head coach Kim 'cvMax' Dae-ho has received an official warning from the organization’s management. The disciplinary action was issued in response to inappropriate comments with sexual undertones made during a post-match interview following the team’s elimination from the LCK Road to MSI. In the decisive match, Dplus lost to KT Rolster […]

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09.06.2026
Konami Launches New eFootball “JUST WATCHING?” Advertising Campaign Featuring Lionel Messi

Japanese company Konami has unveiled a new promotional video for its free-to-play football simulator eFootball. The star of the new television commercial, titled “JUST WATCHING?”, is long-time franchise ambassador and football legend Lionel Messi. The new campaign encourages fans to take the initiative and create their own memorable football moments using mobile devices or gaming […]

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09.06.2026
Jason Momoa Exits the Helldivers Movie

Jason Momoa has exited Sony Pictures and PlayStation Productions’ upcoming film adaptation of Helldivers. The reason for his departure has not been officially disclosed, although reports suggest it may be related to the actor’s busy filming schedule. Despite losing its original lead star, the project remains in active development. Sony is currently searching for a […]

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09.06.2026
Jules Koundé Surprised Fans with the Console He Brought to the 2026 World Cup

French defender Jules Koundé, who plays for FC Barcelona and the France national football team, shared a photo of the gaming console he brought with him to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. Rather than opting for a current-generation console or a high-end gaming laptop, Koundé chose to bring the legendary retro […]

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09.06.2026
Nintendo to Pay $40 Million Over Long Running Joy Con Drift Issue

Nintendo has agreed to pay approximately $40 million after French consumer protection authorities ruled that the company failed to properly inform customers about the long-standing Joy Con drift issue affecting some Nintendo Switch controllers. The Joy Con drift problem has been a source of controversy since the Nintendo Switch launched in 2017. Players around the […]

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09.06.2026
Ukrainian Singer Performs a Ukrainian Version of the Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Soundtrack

Ukrainian singer and folklorist Yulia Yurina performed a Ukrainian-language rendition of a soundtrack from Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 during her appearance at Fancon. The song’s translation was created by Eileen, who is known for producing covers of foreign-language compositions. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a critically acclaimed turn-based role-playing game developed by Sandfall Interactive and […]

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09.06.2026
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Set to Become the Longest Spider-Man Film

Information about the runtime of the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day has surfaced online. The movie is expected to become the longest solo Spider-Man film within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The leak originated from the AMC Theatres cinema chain, which prematurely listed the film’s runtime on its website before quickly removing the page. According […]

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09.06.2026
Riot Games Unveils Locke — the Only New League of Legends Champion Coming in 2026

Riot Games has introduced a new, 173rd champion for League of Legends named Locke, releasing a 2D animated cinematic titled Back from the Brink. Locke will be the only champion added to the game’s roster in 2026. The developers have deliberately limited the number of new releases in order to focus on visual and gameplay […]

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09.06.2026
Barbie Rewind Collection to Launch One Week Before GTA 6 — Currently the Only Game Releasing in the Same Month as Rockstar’s Project

The highly anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto 6 in November 2026 has forced many game publishers to adjust their plans. Most companies are moving their releases to September or even delaying them until 2027 to avoid direct competition with Rockstar Games’ potential industry record-breaker. However, one project has decided to take on the challenge. […]

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09.06.2026
Top Esports Matches of June 9: Final Day of IEM Cologne Major 2026 Stage 2

We have gathered the top esports matches taking place on June 9. CS2 IEM Cologne Major 2026 Stage 2 is nearing its conclusion, and today all participants of the tournament’s third stage will be determined. Match Schedule Broadcast [EN] VALORANT Today, VALORANT Masters London 2026 will feature group stage elimination matches. Broadcast [EN] As a […]

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