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NOVA Esports wins Honor of Kings Invitational Season 4

NOVA Esports has won the Honor of Kings Invitational Season 4 (KIS4) championship to kick off the mobile MOBA title’s global esports season.  The Hong Kong-based esports organisation defeated South Korean side Nongshim RedForce 4-0 in the Grand Final over the weekend, taking home a lion’s share of its $100,000 (~£73,162) prize pool. NOVA Esports’ … Continued The post NOVA Esports wins Honor of Kings Invitational Season 4 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 10.02.2026 13:23 Uhr

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FGC player Arslan Ash moves to Japan for career development

Tekken 8 world champion Arslan ‘Arslan Ash‘ Siddique has announced that he will move to Japan, selecting the country as his new base for professional activities. The seven-time EVO champion has also formed a strategic partnership with Global Agency Co., Ltd, which looks to support him as he prepares for upcoming competitions in the FGC … Continued The post FGC player Arslan Ash moves to Japan for career development appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 10.02.2026 12:41 Uhr

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All qualified teams for the RLCS Boston Major

The first Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS) Major of 2026 heads to Boston, Massachusetts, US, as 16 squads fight for a lion’s share of its $354,000 (~£250,570) prize pool. The top teams from regional rankings, earned through the various Boston major Opens, qualified for the event from February 19th to 22nd. Moreover, Karmine Corp guaranteed … Continued The post All qualified teams for the RLCS Boston Major appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 10.02.2026 12:24 Uhr

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Riot Games announces 2XKO layoffs

Riot Games has announced it has laid off several staff members working on its fighting game 2XKO. The developer and publisher of League of Legends and VALORANT revealed that the cuts are part of an effort to focus on development and the title’s competitive plans. In a blog post published on February 9th, Riot Games … Continued The post Riot Games announces 2XKO layoffs appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 10.02.2026 12:08 Uhr

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Several teams opt out of IEM Atlanta 2026

Esports tournament organiser ESL has unveiled the Counter-Strike 2 teams invited to compete in the main event and closed qualifiers of IEM Atlanta 2026. Among the notable names are Team Vitality, FaZe Clan, and Team Liquid for the main event. Meanwhile, Fnatic and Passion UA have accepted invites for the Global and Americas closed qualifiers. … Continued The post Several teams opt out of IEM Atlanta 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 10.02.2026 11:06 Uhr

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Gamban teams up with ECSTATIC to launch Discord hub

Gambling blocking application Gamban has announced that it is launching a dedicated Discord server in partnership with Danish esports organisation ECSTATIC. Named the ‘Gamban Hub’, the Discord serves as a space for those affected by gambling harm to meet up, socialise, game, and more. The server expands upon the already established partnership between Gamban and … Continued The post Gamban teams up with ECSTATIC to launch Discord hub appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 10.02.2026 10:06 Uhr

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H2H Global Gaming League efootball launches on Hard Rock Bet sportsbook

SIS Content Services, part of the SIS Group (Sports Information Services), has expanded its H2H Global Gaming League product offering on Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook with the launch of eFootball games. The addition complements the existing eBasketball and eSoccer games already available on the platform, making Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook one of the first US … Continued The post H2H Global Gaming League efootball launches on Hard Rock Bet sportsbook appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 10.02.2026 10:00 Uhr

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Betfred extends partnership with Sportradar to upgrade retail offering

Betfred has announced a new long-term partnership with Sportradar that will focus on improving the technology behind the bookmaker’s 1,300 betting shops in the UK. The new multi-year deal aims to bolster Betfred’s high street operations in the future by using Sportradar’s advanced technology to handle a large proportion of its data and betting activity, … Continued The post Betfred extends partnership with Sportradar to upgrade retail offering appeared first on Esports In

Esports Insider 10.02.2026 09:54 Uhr

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All Gamers, XLG and EDward Gaming qualify for VALORANT Masters Santiago

With the conclusion of VCT China Kickoff 2026, All Gamers, XLG Esports and EDward Gaming (EDG) have qualified for VALORANT Masters Santiago. From February 28th to March 15th, the Chinese representatives will face eight yet-to-be-determined teams from EMEA, Americas and Pacific at the first international VCT event of the year. VCT China Kickoff 2026 took … Continued The post All Gamers, XLG and EDward Gaming qualify for VALORANT Masters Santiago appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.02.2026 18:28 Uhr

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Can Season 3 save Tekken 8? Pros give their thoughts

2026 is a big year for the Fighting Game Community with all the titles releasing, and it promises to be a decisive year for Tekken 8. While it launched relatively well, Tekken 8 had problems with being too heavily skewed to aggression and lacking defensive options.  This only got worse as the game continued to … Continued The post Can Season 3 save Tekken 8? Pros give their thoughts appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.02.2026 18:21 Uhr

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BLAST Open Rotterdam invites revealed

Esports tournament organiser BLAST has revealed the 12 Counter-Strike teams that have accepted invitations for the upcoming BLAST Open Rotterdam event. Taking place from March 27th to 29th at Rotterdam’s Ahoy Arena, the 12 teams join four that earned a place through regional qualifiers. Unveiled on February 9th, all of the top 12 teams from … Continued The post BLAST Open Rotterdam invites revealed appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.02.2026 18:20 Uhr

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PUBG esports 2026 roadmap reveals major updates

Krafton has published a detailed breakdown of its previously announced 2026 roadmap for PUBG esports, which brings more matches and increased prize pools to the battle royale competitive scene. From the PUBG Global Series (PGS) in March to the PUBG Global Championships (PGC) in December, here is everything fans can expect from the game’s esports … Continued The post PUBG esports 2026 roadmap reveals major updates appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.02.2026 18:15 Uhr

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Dota 2 heroes list: How many heroes are there?

There are many heroes in Dota 2, and the sheer diversity of the roster is what makes every match feel so different. With over a hundred unique characters, each bringing its own abilities, playstyles, and roles, it’s no wonder that no two drafts ever play out the same. This guide details the full Dota 2 … Continued The post Dota 2 heroes list: How many heroes are there? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.02.2026 17:51 Uhr

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IEM Kraków 2026: Winners and losers

IEM Kraków 2026 has come to an end with Team Vitality adding another Tier 1 trophy to its ever-expanding collection. ESL’s first Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) event of the season featured the top 24 teams from January’s Valve Regional Standings (VRS), setting the scene for a highly competitive event. IEM’s Kraków debut saw teams cement their … Continued The post IEM Kraków 2026: Winners and losers appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.02.2026 17:42 Uhr

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Movistar KOI opens applications for League of Legends amateur team

Movistar KOI has launched an open application process for a new League of Legends amateur team. The Spanish organisation has shared a public Google Form on social media, inviting players to step forward and ‘be part of our amateur team’.  The initiative is aimed at finding ‘committed players’ who want to compete and grow within … Continued The post Movistar KOI opens applications for League of Legends amateur team appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.02.2026 17:39 Uhr

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BLAST and ASUS renew partnership for six Tier 1 CS2 events in 2026

Tournament organiser BLAST has renewed its partnership with ASUS for the 2026 BLAST Premier season, which includes six Tier 1 Counter-Strike 2 events. ASUS has been named the official monitor, PC, laptop, mouse and keyboard partner for the events, which are set to take place across three continents and five countries. “For two decades, ROG’s … Continued The post BLAST and ASUS renew partnership for six Tier 1 CS2 events in 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.02.2026 16:06 Uhr

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Every team that qualified for BLAST Slam VI Playoffs

BLAST Slam VI has entered the Playoffs following the conclusion of a dramatic Group and Play-In Stage. Starting from February 13th, 2026, the top six teams will go head-to-head in a single-bracket elimination for a place in the Grand Finals, where the winner will earn the lion’s share of a $1m (~£732,700) prize pool. The … Continued The post Every team that qualified for BLAST Slam VI Playoffs appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.02.2026 14:35 Uhr

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“F1 Esports has never had an equal playground”: Codemasters Esports Coordinator sheds light on car performance

Dan Hawkins, F1 Esports Coordinator at Codemasters, has revealed that the F1 Esports scene has never featured an equal playing field due to the characteristics of the sim racing franchise’s physics models. As a result, specific in-game cars performed better than others, offering some drivers an advantage while competing in the official esports series of … Continued The post “F1 Esports has never had an equal playground”: Codemasters Esports Coordinator sheds light on car

Esports Insider 09.02.2026 14:15 Uhr

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Does PUBG: Blindspot have esports potential?

PUBG Blindspot is a close reinterpretation of Rainbow Six Siege, but with an isometric view, forcing the developers at Krafton to completely rethink tactical scenarios that are seen from historic FPS titles. With early access launched on February 5th, Esports Insider breaks down the game and also assesses the title’s competitive potential. PUBG Blindspot is … Continued The post Does PUBG: Blindspot have esports potential? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.02.2026 14:00 Uhr

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The truth about Mina’s low winrate in Deadlock and why that’s a lie

Deadlock’s socialite vampire Mina Ha is one of the most talked-about characters in the game. She’s the character everyone seems to complain about online, calling her overpowered and unfun to play against. She’s been accused of everything from broken, oppressive, and the worst part of Deadlock, but the numbers tell a different story. Statistically, Mina … Continued The post The truth about Mina’s low winrate in Deadlock and why that’s a lie appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.02.2026 12:56 Uhr

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Which teams have made it to the Six Invitational 2026 Playoffs?

Following the conclusion of the Group Stage, in which four teams have been eliminated, the Six Invitational 2026 Playoffs are already underway. 16 teams have moved on to the Playoffs to fight for a place in the Grand Finals at Paris’ Adidas Arena and be crowned this year’s champion. Following the results of the Group … Continued The post Which teams have made it to the Six Invitational 2026 Playoffs? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.02.2026 12:51 Uhr

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Karmine Corp co-founder sells stake in company

Amine ‘Prime‘ Mekri has announced he has sold his stake in French esports organisation Karmine Corp after five years. The rapper joined the organisation as a founding member and joint owner in November 2020, joining Kamel ‘Kameto‘ Kebir and Zouhair ‘Kotei‘ Darji. Announced on February 9th, Prime reveals that he plans on moving to other … Continued The post Karmine Corp co-founder sells stake in company appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.02.2026 12:40 Uhr

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Virtus.pro joins Honor of Kings esports partnership model

Virtus.pro has re-joined the Honor of Kings esports partnership model in 2026, earning a direct slot to the Honor of Kings Major League (KML). The KML is a newly introduced league formed by the merger of the ecosystem’s global Eastern and Western divisions. Last year, the KML West and East had a total of eight … Continued The post Virtus.pro joins Honor of Kings esports partnership model appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.02.2026 12:26 Uhr

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Hawaii committee advances a bill banning prediction markets

Hawaii lawmakers have taken a step toward prohibiting prediction markets after a House committee unanimously advanced legislation that would classify such platforms as illegal gambling. Representative Scot Matayoshi introduced House Bill 2198, which on February 5th became the first state legislature in the country to advance a prediction market ban after passing the House Consumer … Continued The post Hawaii committee advances a bill banning prediction markets appeared first on Esports Ins

Esports Insider 09.02.2026 11:28 Uhr

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