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ESIC opens investigation into Heroic players’ complicity in HUNDEN spectator bug usage

The Esports Integrity Commission (ESIC) has officially opened an investigation into allegations made by former CS:GO coach Nicolai “HUNDEN” Petersen that members of the Heroic roster were complicit in his usage of the spectator bug. The formal investigation was officially opened today, two days after HUNDEN sent the ESIC information that he alleges shows evidence that some of the Heroic players were in on his use of the bug. This alleged evidence, according to an interview between HUNDEN and TV2.dk, includes acknowledgment from former player Nikolaj “⁠niko⁠” Kristensen that “everyone”

Sony Reverses Horizon Forbidden West PlayStation4/5 Console Upgrade Decision

Top GamesSony has reversed its controversial decision to bar dual entitlement for Horizon Forbidden West between the PlayStation 4 and 5. / GuerrillaSony has reversed its controversial decision to bar dual entitlement for Horizon Forbidden West between the PlayStation 4 and 5.The abrupt policy rescinding allegedly stemmed from the massive fan backlash once the decision was announced earlier this year. Because of circumstances outside of everyone’s control—i.e.: the novel coronavirus global pandemic—the title was delayed out of the developer’s initial sights. Therefore, despite originally being included under the free dual

Heroic detail nature of documents allegedly shared by HUNDEN

Heroic have released a statement on Friday for the first time detailing the nature of the documents that they are claiming HUNDEN shared with a competitor ahead of IEM Cologne and which led to the 30-year-old being banned for two years by ESIC for endangering the competitive integrity of the German tournament. In response to requests for clarification over the contents of said documents, which were described as "anti-strats" by HUNDEN, the organization stated that they entail more than opponents' tendencies. According to Heroic, the documents reveal substantial information about

HUNDEN alleges that Heroic players were aware of coach spectator bug use

Nicolai “⁠HUNDEN⁠” Petersen is now saying that members of the Heroic CS:GO roster knew he was using the infamous spectator bug while coaching the team in 2020. In the second part of an interview with Danish television network TV2.dk, HUNDEN changed his story that he told back in April 2020, when he originally said he acted alone in using the in-game spectator bug that several coaches abused. He now says that “some players knew” that he was using the bug but didn’t give names, saying “I think it’s up to

CallmeCarson resurfaces after grooming allegations, announces return stream

Popular Minecraft YouTuber and streamer Carson King, widely known as CallmeCarson, has released a video detailing his future plans for the first time since he was accused of grooming in January 2021. In the one-and-a-half-minute video, Carson explained that he plans to return to streaming and creating content with 100 percent of the proceeds going to charity for the next year. He said he “is not seeking forgiveness, nor making excuses” for his actions, which came to light earlier this year. In January, allegations of grooming were made in which

Warzone Leak Unveils New Halloween-themed Skin, Vanguard Zombies

Call of DutyOne Call of Duty leaker has revealed a set of new information regarding Warzone's upcoming annual Halloween event. / ActivisionOne Call of Duty leaker has revealed a set of new information regarding Warzone's upcoming annual Halloween event.Details were leaked by @TheGhostOfHope, a member of The Cheeseburger Boys (@Cheezburgerboyz) data mining group, on Twitter. According to them, the event will be named "All Hallows Eve" and feature a new zombies mode with elements of the latest main series installment, Vanguard, as well as a pair of Halloween horror-themed skins.

Epic Games Lawsuit Reveals How Far Google Allegedly Went to Maintain Android App Market

Google worked harder than initially suspected to keep Fortnite on its Play Store. / Photo courtesy of Epic GamesAfter Epic Games last year added a way for Fortnite players on Android devices to pay it directly, circumventing the Google Play Store and cutting Google out of the transactions, Google promptly removed Fortnite from its store, and Epic Games slapped the tech giant with a suit alleging monopolistic practices.The judge in the case, Judge James Donato, unsealed a fully unredacted version of Epic's original complaint against Google (H/T Leah Nylen), and