The developers of PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS have announced a major update to one of the game's core gameplay mechanics. Traditional smoke screens will soon become fully interactive, featuring new physics-based interactions with the environment. The key change is that smoke will no longer behave as a static visual effect. Instead, players will be able to dynamically […]
HBO is preparing significant changes for the third — and potentially final — season of its adaptation of The Last of Us. Joining the cast is Peter Sarsgaard, best known for his role in The Batman, who will portray an important character not featured in the original games developed by Naughty Dog. According to Deadline, […]
Today, June 12, the women’s roster of BOARS Gaming returns to competition. The team will begin its campaign at the PUBG Mobile European Wonder League Season 6 (PMEWL S6), where the players will be defending their status as reigning champions. The opening day of competition is scheduled to begin at 20:30 Kyiv time. A total […]
Ukrainian team B8 suffered a defeat against The MongolZ in the 0–1 bracket of Stage 3 at the IEM Cologne Major 2026 in CS2. B8 selected Mirage as their map but had a disastrous start on the T side, falling behind 2–10 before mounting a comeback to level the score at 13–13. However, the Ukrainian […]
MOONTON Games has approved a mandatory regulatory framework for licensing third-party competitions in the mobile game Mobile Legends: Bang Bang. From now on, any independent tournament organizer seeking official approval must integrate core components of the Esports Integrity Commission (ESIC) Integrity Program into its operational structure. The new rules establish a unified standard for amateur […]
The Dutch consumer rights organization Stichting Consumenten Competition Claims (CCC) has filed a claim against Valve, demanding more than €220 million in compensation. The group accuses the company of abusing its dominant position in the PC gaming market, which has allegedly forced players to overpay for years. As part of the GameClaim campaign, the rights […]
Esports Foundation (EF) has announced the opening of applications for its Creator Program 2026. The organization has allocated a $2 million budget to support and reward influencers who will co-stream Esports World Cup 2026 and Esports Nations Cup 2026 events. The program will cover two major tournaments this year: The initiative is a key component […]
The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) and video game publisher 2K were reportedly close to signing an agreement to develop a new football simulation game, but negotiations ultimately collapsed. The information comes from Insider Gaming, citing a report by Sports Gamers Online (SGO). According to sources, discussions between the two parties lasted several years […]
Today, June 12, the second round of matches at IEM Cologne Major 2026 Stage 3 in CS2 will take place. Fans can look forward to four matches between teams in the 1–0 bracket and four more in the 0–1 bracket. By the end of the day, the first teams will move a step closer to […]
We’ve gathered the key esports matches taking place on June 12. CS2 Today, the third stage of the IEM Cologne Major 2026 continues. Match Schedule Broadcast [EN] VALORANT The playoffs stage begins at VALORANT Masters London 2026. On this day, the first two upper bracket quarterfinal matches will take place. Broadcast [EN] It is worth […]
We have prepared a digest of the key gaming industry news for Players readers on June 11, 2026. Media: Fnatic Reaches Final Stage of Sale Process New Trailer Released for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope Expansion Paramount Plans to Develop a Video Game Based on Yellowstone Ubisoft Announces Restructuring; Around 380 Employees Could Be Affected […]
The first round of matches at IEM Cologne Major 2026 Stage 3 in CS2 has concluded. Winners advanced to the 1–0 bracket, where they will face each other, while the losing teams dropped into the 0–1 bracket. Match Results The IEM Cologne Major 2026 is taking place from June 2 to June 21 in Cologne, […]
NAVI suffered a defeat against Spirit in their opening match at the IEM Cologne Major 2026 in CS2. After the loss, the team dropped into the 0–1 bracket. Natus Vincere started the series with a heavy 1:13 defeat on Dust2, which was picked by “the Dragons”. On Anubis, NAVI performed better, but still fell short […]
