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DRX Flashback announces retirement from VALORANT esports

Image Credit: VCT Pacific Korean player Cho ‘Flashback‘ Min-hyuk has officially announced his retirement from the VALORANT esports scene. The announcement on DRX’s social media channel occurred shortly before the start of the new 2026 competitive season. In his stead, the Korean team has picked up Ahn ‘Hermes‘ Byeong-wook, who was previously on FEARX. “Following … Continued The post DRX Flashback announces retirement from VALORANT esports appeared first

Esports Insider 08.01.2026 11:13 Uhr

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Google Ads opens door to prediction market advertising under strict US rules

Image credit: Shutterstock Google will modify its advertising guidelines to permit advertisements for US prediction markets, subject to strict eligibility requirements. Prediction markets are websites that list or give users access to “Exchange-Listed Event Contracts” related to current affairs, sports, or economics. Only federally regulated organisations are permitted to use Google Ads to promote these … Continued The post Google Ads opens door to prediction market advertising

Esports Insider 08.01.2026 11:01 Uhr

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SIS and Midnite team up to deliver 24/7 racing and esports betting content

Image credit: SIS Midnite customers will now have access to more horse and esports-adjacent betting content thanks to SIS‘s 24/7 live racing and competitive gaming products on the sportsbook. Through Midnite’s tech-driven platform, which already offers sports, esports, and slots, the integration looks to provide 24-hour betting events. As a result of the agreement, Midnite … Continued The post SIS and Midnite team up to deliver 24/7 racing and esports betting content appeared f

Esports Insider 08.01.2026 10:56 Uhr

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TFT Set 16 Pro Circuit: Schedule, format, players to watch

Image Credit: Riot Games Riot Games has unveiled the details for its latest Teamfight Tactics Tier 1 tournament series, the TFT Pro Circuit (TPC). The top 32 players across the four regions (APAC, America, China, and EMEA) will compete across three major events, with players from each region competing for a share of the $30,200 … Continued The post TFT Set 16 Pro Circuit: Schedule, format, players to watch appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 08.01.2026 10:43 Uhr

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How could the Black Ops 7 Season 1 Reloaded maps impact esports?

Image credit: Activision Three new maps are arriving as part of the Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Season 1 Reloaded update, injecting a breath of fresh air into the existing pool. With the Call of Duty League (CDL) and Call of Duty Challengers in full swing, the mid-season update for Treyarch’s latest title has … Continued The post How could the Black Ops 7 Season 1 Reloaded maps impact esports? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 08.01.2026 10:18 Uhr

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Karmine Corp locks Razer partnership for 2026

Image Credit: @KarmineCorp French esports organisation Karmine Corp (KC) has unveiled its latest partnership with gaming hardware brand Razer. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The announcement came directly through Karmine Corp’s own social media channels, shortly after unveiling its League of Legends lineup and coaching staff for the upcoming 2026 competitive season. … Continued The post Karmine Corp locks Razer partnership for 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 08.01.2026 03:28 Uhr

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Evo Japan 2026 registration numbers show Street Fighter 6 takeover

Image Credit: Evo Evo Japan 2026 registration has been open for about a month, and the number of registered fighters has shown a clear favourite in the FGC: Street Fighter 6. Evo Japan is set to bring the top fighting game pros in the world to Tokyo on May 1st, featuring a lineup of mainstay … Continued The post Evo Japan 2026 registration numbers show Street Fighter 6 takeover appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 19:01 Uhr

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PGL enters MLBB with Challengers EU Open Qualifier

PGL MLBB Challengers EU Open Qualifier logo. Image credit: PGL Tournament organiser PGL has revealed the PGL Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Challengers EU Open Qualifier, marking its debut in the mobile title’s esports scene. According to a blog post, the EU Open Qualifier will take place on Tuesday, January 13th, starting at 5:00 PM CET. Registrations … Continued The post PGL enters MLBB with Challengers EU Open Qualifier appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 17:54 Uhr

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5 heroes we expect to dominate the Dota 2 meta in 2026

Image credit: Valve Support picks have primarily focused on position four setup heroes like Spirit Breaker and position five healing heroes like Omniknight. The offlane pool in this meta is quite limited. However, Axe still remains a viable pick, despite the recent nerfs, because of strong counter matchups. Invoker shines in the midlane through all … Continued The post 5 heroes we expect to dominate the Dota 2 meta in 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 17:45 Uhr

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EA and Premier League return to China with mobile esports showcase

Image credit: ePremier League Electronic Arts (EA) and the Premier League have joined forces to launch the second edition of ePremier League China. The finals of the FC Mobile tournament, which will take place in Shanghai from January 10th to 11th, aims to bridge the gap between professional football and China’s gaming culture. The tournament … Continued The post EA and Premier League return to China with mobile esports showcase appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 17:32 Uhr

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Fortnite Chapter 8: Everything we know

Sidekicks and characters in Fortnite / Image credit: Fortnite Fortnite Chapter 8 is rumoured to release on November 28, 2026. The dates for the 2026 Fortnite updates roadmap have also been leaked. Some planned and rumoured collaborations for 2026 include South Park, Resident Evil, and Chainsaw Man. With Chapter 7 in Season 1, there are … Continued The post Fortnite Chapter 8: Everything we know appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 17:04 Uhr

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Brace for Impact joins forces with ESL FACEIT Group to strengthen women’s CS2 scene

Image credit: Brace for Impact Brace for Impact has announced a partnership with esports tournament organiser ESL FACEIT Group (EFG) to support the women’s Counter-Strike 2 community. The partnership will see the non-profit organisation use FACEIT Clubs to organise a range of competitive events across five regions throughout 2026.r The deal comes three months after … Continued The post Brace for Impact joins forces with ESL FACEIT Group to strengthen women’s CS2 scene appeared

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 17:00 Uhr

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Salvo Games partners with AlphaRadarX to bring onchain intelligence to Web3 gaming

Image Credit: Salvo on X Salvo Games has announced a new partnership with AlphaRadarX, an on-chain intelligence platform known for tracking capital flows and wallet activity across blockchain networks. The collaboration, revealed on Salvo Games’ X account on January 3rd, 2026, brings real-time blockchain analytics into the studio’s Web3 gaming ecosystem. As part of the … Continued The post Salvo Games partners with AlphaRadarX to bring onchain intelligence to Web3 gaming appeared first on

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 16:21 Uhr

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NetEase shares in-depth look into Marvel Rivals Ignite 2026 roadmap

Deadpool in Marvel Rivals Season 6 reveal trailer. Image credit: Netease Games NetEase Games has revealed a detailed 2026 roadmap for Marvel Rivals Ignite, the esports circuit for its hero-shooter. Teams from across the regions will compete across various stages throughout 2026 to reach the two LAN’s, Mid-Season Finals and Grand Finals. The developers first … Continued The post NetEase shares in-depth look into Marvel Rivals Ignite 2026 roadmap appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 14:37 Uhr

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Call of Duty Warzone tournament Pullze Check Ladder returns with $40,000 prize pool

Image credit: X/PullzeCheck Call of Duty: Warzone tournament Pullze Check Ladder has announced its return for the 2026 season. Registrations for players to take part in the tournament’s Season 1 qualifiers open on January 7th, before the qualifiers begin on January 12th. Unveiled on January 6th, Season 1 of Pullze Check Ladder will build on … Continued The post Call of Duty Warzone tournament Pullze Check Ladder returns with $40,000 prize pool appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 14:27 Uhr

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5 things we want from Apex Legends in 2026

A lineup of characters from Apex Legends / Image credit: EA Apex Legends is Respawn’s popular battle royale game, with a focus on futuristic first-person shooter gameplay. There are plenty of Apex Legends characters, maps, and features that need attention in 2026, along with anti-cheat measures and the esports scene. An esports tab in the … Continued The post 5 things we want from Apex Legends in 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 14:23 Uhr

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All Fortnite competitive events in January 2026

Image Credits: Epic Games Fortnite players don’t have to wait long before getting into the competitive action, as Epic Games has already announced various tournaments taking place in January 2026. The highlight of this month’s calendar is the Reload Elite Series, which will send the top-performing teams to the 2026 Esports World Cup. In addition … Continued The post All Fortnite competitive events in January 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 14:12 Uhr

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Deadpool in Marvel Rivals: What role will he take?

The Merc with a Mouth gets super kawaii in the trailer for Marvel Rivals season 6 / Image credit: NetEase Games Deadpool is arriving in Marvel Rivals on January 16, 2026, when Season 6 begins.  Deadpool was data-mined a while ago, but he was officially confirmed in a trailer for Season 6, which dropped on … Continued The post Deadpool in Marvel Rivals: What role will he take? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 14:02 Uhr

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World Series of Warzone winner Hisoka reveals switch to Call of Duty Challengers

Image credit: Esports World Cup World Series of Warzone winner and Esports World Cup champion Kasimili ‘Hisoka‘ Tongamoa has announced plans to compete in Call of Duty Challengers. The in-game leader for Team Falcons is the latest high-profile Call of Duty: Warzone player looking to switch from the battle royale title to Call of Duty: … Continued The post World Series of Warzone winner Hisoka reveals switch to Call of Duty Challengers appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 13:37 Uhr

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5 changes Valve needs to make to fix Largo in Dota 2

Image credit: Valve The easiest way to fix Largo would be through improving his spells, especially the early game presence of Catchy Lick. Largo’s lack of crowd control is also quite apparent, and buffing Frogstomp’s area of effect or stun duration might remedy that. Additionally, Valve could also tweak his ultimate, Amphibian Rhapsody, to make … Continued The post 5 changes Valve needs to make to fix Largo in Dota 2 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 13:11 Uhr

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VALORANT Season 2026 ACT 1 introduces creator-led Alpha vs Omega Challenge

Image credit: Riot Games VALORANT has introduced a creator-led Alpha vs Omega Challenge to celebrate its Season 2026 ACT 1 kickoff. Alongside 130 EMEA creators and on-air talent, players can compete within Alpha or Omega factions to unlock digital and physical rewards. To join the challenge, players must first choose a faction, Alpha or Omega, … Continued The post VALORANT Season 2026 ACT 1 introduces creator-led Alpha vs Omega Challenge appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 12:58 Uhr

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1047 Games addresses Steam Chart player count for Splitgate: Arena Reloaded

Image credit: 1047 Games 1047 Games has responded to discussions online surrounding Splitgate: Arena Reloaded and the player counts displayed on the data platform Steam Charts. The portal arena shooter relaunched on December 17th, 2025, to a peak of nearly 2,300 concurrent players, though the developer shared in a statement that it doesn’t ‘show the … Continued The post 1047 Games addresses Steam Chart player count for Splitgate: Arena Reloaded appeared first on Esports Insider

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 12:46 Uhr

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ESL reveals IEM Kraków 2026 team invites

Image credit: Helena Kristiansson, ESL ESL has unveiled the participants for IEM Kraków 2026 following the release of January’s Valve Regional Standings (VRS). All of the top 24 teams from the global standings have accepted an invitation to the first IEM event of the 2026 Counter-Strike 2 season. The team list sees the return of … Continued The post ESL reveals IEM Kraków 2026 team invites appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 12:41 Uhr

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100 Thieves partners with Crazy Raccoon for ALGS Championship

Image credit: 100 Thieves, Crazy Raccoon North American organisation 100 Thieves has partnered with Japanese organisation Crazy Raccoon for the Apex Legends Global Series (ALGS) Year 5 Championship. The team, comprised of 100 Thieves’ players, will compete as Crazy Thieves at the crowning event in Sapporo, Japan, beginning its run in the Group Stage on … Continued The post 100 Thieves partners with Crazy Raccoon for ALGS Championship appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 07.01.2026 11:37 Uhr

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