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Best beginner heroes for each role in Dota 2

Start with a few comfort heroes in Dota 2 and master them / Image credit: Valve Each Dota 2 role has specific expectations, and every hero performs those tasks differently. Beginner-friendly heroes have a simpler game plan and are easier to pilot. Utilising more straightforward heroes will help to flatten the learning curve and enable … Continued The post Best beginner heroes for each role in Dota 2 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 16.01.2026 15:09 Uhr

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Call of Duty unveils new anti-cheat measures ahead of Ranked Play launch

Image credit: Activision Call of Duty has unveiled new anti-cheat measures launching alongside the first-person shooter title’s Ranked Play modes for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone. The introduction of stronger cloud-based attestation aims to add a layer of protection against cheaters before a match begins. In a social media … Continued The post Call of Duty unveils new anti-cheat measures ahead of Ranked Play launch appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 16.01.2026 14:05 Uhr

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Esports events calendar 2026: Every major esports tournament

The M7 World Championship trophy. Image credit: Moonton Games Whilst esports is often referred to as a singular entity, it is a vast industry comprised of several games, teams, companies and tournament organisers. Every month, some of the biggest competitive titles are celebrated with the world’s best players competing in front of fans across studios, … Continued The post Esports events calendar 2026: Every major esports tournament appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 16.01.2026 13:54 Uhr

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A deep dive into Sentinels and what it will bring to the LCS in 2026

Image credit: Sentinels It will be interesting to see if Sentinels can translate its global popularity in the VALORANT space to a smaller LCS audience.  Sentinels will bring its content knowledge to a league that is desperate for it. Sentinels has built a hungry roster with a point to prove. It will likely be the … Continued The post A deep dive into Sentinels and what it will bring to the LCS in 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 16.01.2026 13:38 Uhr

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ENVY and Cloud9 secure VCT Americas Kickoff opening day wins

Image Credits: Colin Young-Wolff, Riot Games The opening day of the 2026 VCT Americas Kickoff saw ENVY and Cloud9 secure victories over Evil Geniuses and LOUD, respectively. As a result, both teams moved on to Round 2 of the Upper Bracket, while the losers dropped down to the Middle Bracket. ENVY will next face MIBR, … Continued The post ENVY and Cloud9 secure VCT Americas Kickoff opening day wins appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 16.01.2026 12:48 Uhr

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Logitech G expands FlyQuest sponsorship

Image credit: FlyQuest Gaming peripherals brand Logitech G has expanded its partnership with North American esports organisation FlyQuest. As a result of the expansion, the brand will support all of the organisation’s esports teams competing in League of Legends, Counter-Strike 2, Marvel Rivlas, and the FGC. Announced on social media, the expansion follows a two-and-a-half … Continued The post Logitech G expands FlyQuest sponsorship appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 16.01.2026 12:32 Uhr

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Hanwha Life Esports names CHZZK as latest partner

Image credit: Hanwha Life Esports/CHZZK Korean esports organisation Hanwha Life Esports (HLE) has announced a partnership with Naver streaming platform CHZZK. The collaboration includes exclusive content and IP-based collaborations with the League of Legends team to bolster the overall fan experience. With the signing of HLE, all 10 LCK teams have officially signed with a … Continued The post Hanwha Life Esports names CHZZK as latest partner appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 16.01.2026 12:26 Uhr

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Why third-party microtransactions in Fortnite are a bad idea, and how Epic Games can fix them

Image credit: Epic Games Fortnite, created by Epic Games, came out in 2017 and has become one of the defining battle-royale games in the genre. In 2025, Fortnite saw several successes, with The Simpsons mini-season attracting 2.7 million players who regularly logged in. Third-party microtransactions were enabled on January 12, 2026, allowing creators to offer … Continued The post Why third-party microtransactions in Fortnite are a bad idea, and how Epic Games can fix them appeared first on

Esports Insider 16.01.2026 12:20 Uhr

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Corsair partners with Worlds 2025 MVP Gumayusi

Image Credit: Corsair Gaming peripherals company Corsair has signed an exclusive partnership with professional player and League of Legends World 2025 champion Lee ‘Gumayusi‘ Min-hyeong. Announced through an official post on social media, Gumayusi is also set to be involved in the upcoming development of the company’s pro-focused peripherals. Gumayusi’s personal collection of Corsair products … Continued The post Corsair partners with Worlds 2025 MVP Gumayusi appear

Esports Insider 16.01.2026 12:07 Uhr

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Team Vitality expands into Age of Empires esports

Image credit: Team Vitality French esports organisation Team Vitality has expanded into Age of Empires esports with the signing of three high-profile names. The trio of Kai ‘Liereyy‘ Kallinger, Hamzah ‘Hera‘ El-Baher, and Hernan ‘Hearttt‘ Boularte Pizarro will represent the organisation in upcoming tournaments for the real-time strategy title. Unveiled on January 15th, 2026, Age … Continued The post Team Vitality expands into Age of Empires esports appea

Esports Insider 16.01.2026 11:18 Uhr

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NCAA President details scope of betting probes and urges states to curb risky wagers

Image Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports In response to recent sports betting indictments related to collegiate athletics, NCAA President Charlie Baker has released a statement detailing the scope of ongoing integrity investigations throughout the collegiate landscape. The NCAA claimed to have one of the biggest integrity monitoring programmes in the world and to have no … Continued The post NCAA President details scope of betting probes and urges states to curb risky wagers appeared firs

Esports Insider 16.01.2026 10:40 Uhr

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Denmark sends new gambling ad controls to EU for Review

Image Credit: Nathanael Schmer The European Commission has been formally informed by Denmark’s gambling regulator, Spillemyndigheden, of proposed new powers and advertising restrictions pertaining to gambling marketing nationwide. The EU’s Technical Regulation Information System (TRIS) was used to submit the draft rules on January 13. This initiated a standstill period that allows the Commission and … Continued The post Denmark sends new gambling ad controls to EU for Review ap

Esports Insider 16.01.2026 10:32 Uhr

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Team Liquid PH and Aurora Gaming make MLBB M7 Knockouts

Image credit: MOONTON Both of Aurora Gaming’s rosters, one from Turkey and the Philippines, along with Team Liquid PH have made it to the MLBB M7 Championship Knockout Stage. While Team Liquid PH dominated in its match, Turkey’s Aurora Gaming roster and Aurora PH recorded close victories in their respective showdowns. Team Liquid PH and … Continued The post Team Liquid PH and Aurora Gaming make MLBB M7 Knockouts appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 16.01.2026 10:02 Uhr

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“No Melee has been nice”: Mang0 says he won’t be competing after ban is lifted

Image Credit: Beyond the Summit Super Smash Bros. Melee pro Joseph ‘Mang0’ Marquez told his fans on stream that he won’t be competing once his ban has been lifted. In June 2025, Mang0 was dropped from Cloud9 and banned from most major Melee tournaments after getting intoxicated and acting inappropriately during a livestream. While his … Continued The post “No Melee has been nice”: Mang0 says he won’t be competing after ban is lifted appeared first on Esp

Esports Insider 16.01.2026 02:19 Uhr

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LEC to expand Roadtrip programme with five arena events in 2026

Image Credit: LoL Esports The League of Legends EMEA Championship (LEC) has announced the return and expansion of its Roadtrips initiative in 2026, with five arena events scheduled across the season. According to an announcement from Riot Games, the expanded calendar will see LEC Roadtrips increase from two-day shows to three-day events, bringing a total … Continued The post LEC to expand Roadtrip programme with five arena events in 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 22:22 Uhr

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KRÜ Esports to field substitute roster for VCT Americas debut due to visa delays

Image Credit: KRÜ Esports KRÜ Esports has confirmed it will compete in its opening match of the VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) Americas with a substitute lineup after visa issues prevented its main roster from travelling in time. According to an official statement published by the organisation, delays in the visa process meant that KRÜ Esports’ … Continued The post KRÜ Esports to field substitute roster for VCT Americas debut due to visa delays appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 22:17 Uhr

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Rainbow Six Mobile launches one more season before global launch

Image credit: Ubisoft Ubisoft has revealed that it is launching one final season for Rainbow Six Mobile before its global release on February 23rd. Operation Masquerade will bring a new operator, limited-time events, ranked challenges, and more to the mobile tactical shooter. The latest operator joining the game is defender Castle, which will bring the … Continued The post Rainbow Six Mobile launches one more season before global launch appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 19:39 Uhr

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Inner Circle bests 3DMAX at BLAST Bounty Season 1 to continue upset trend

Image credit: Inner Circle Inner Circle has continued the trend of upset results at BLAST Bounty Season 1 2026, defeating 3DMAX in the Round of 32. The Ukrainian team scored a 2-1 victory over the all-French roster to book its place in the Round of 16. Inner Circle Springs Surprise After unveiling its roster just … Continued The post Inner Circle bests 3DMAX at BLAST Bounty Season 1 to continue upset trend appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 18:32 Uhr

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5 reasons why Dota 2 is one of the hardest games to learn

Image credit: Valve Dota 2’s skill ceiling is incredibly high, owing to the multitude of meaningful choices the game throws at players right off the bat. Dota 2’s mechanics take some time to adjust to, as you have to remember spell and item interactions with innate abilities, facets, and passive abilities. While high skill plays … Continued The post 5 reasons why Dota 2 is one of the hardest games to learn appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 18:12 Uhr

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Call of Duty has struggled with collabs in the past, but the Fallout event has changed this

Maximus outfit in Black Ops 7 / Image credit: Bethesda/Call of Duty The Fallout collab was released in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 in January, offering post-apocalyptic rewards and a few new modes. Call of Duty fans have historically voiced concerns over crossover events, as they often don’t fit the first-person shooter theme, such … Continued The post Call of Duty has struggled with collabs in the past, but the Fallout event has changed this appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 17:53 Uhr

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“Nobody else really matters”: Alliance Hakis is confident going into the ALGS Championship 2026

Image credit: Joe Brady, Electronic Arts Alliance is the most consistent team in the Apex Legends competitive scene, and John ‘Hakis’ Håkansson has been the face of the European powerhouse since 2020.  However, whilst the team is consistently a threat at every major ALGS event, Alliance has yet to lift the game’s biggest trophy. Now, … Continued The post “Nobody else really matters”: Alliance Hakis is confident going into the ALGS Championship 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 17:00 Uhr

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Why is no one playing offlane in Dota 2 after Patch 7.40?

Centaur can still find value in the game without resources / Image credit: Valve Fewer players are queuing for offlane in ranked matches in Dota 2. Patch 7.40 brought too many overpowered carries like Clinkz, Drow Ranger, and Juggernaut, alongside aggressive hard supports. Offlaners need to adapt to the early pressure to survive the laning … Continued The post Why is no one playing offlane in Dota 2 after Patch 7.40? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 16:55 Uhr

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“This is a team that can achieve a lot”: NiKo discusses Team Falcons and role changes

Image credit: Helena Kristiansson, ESL Team Falcons player Nikola ‘NiKo‘ Kovač believes that the organisation’s Counter-Strike 2 roster has yet to reach its peak following a strong second half of 2025. In an hour-long interview with esports interviewer Freya Spiers on NiKo’s channel, the Bosnian player stated that he expects his team to be contending … Continued The post “This is a team that can achieve a lot”: NiKo discusses Team Falcons and role change

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 16:47 Uhr

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INTZ plans CBLOL comeback following HiveScale acquisition

Image credit: INTZ Esports INTZ Esports has reportedly got ambitions to return to the Campeonato Brasileiro de League of Legends (CBLOL) following its acquisition by HiveScale Holding. The Brazilian esports organisation is an iconic brand both globally and within its region, having won five CBLOL titles across a decade of competing in LoL esports. According … Continued The post INTZ plans CBLOL comeback following HiveScale acquisition appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 16:14 Uhr

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