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Battlefield 2042 Will Have Three Multiplayer Modes, Seven Maps, and Ten Specialists

[embedded content] We know what Battlefield 2042 will not have — namely, a battle royale mode or a campaign. So what will it have? According to EA, it’ll have three modes of gameplay, though we don’t know much about two of them yet. The main one that we know about will offer the classic Conquest and Breakthrough gameplay. As we’ve previously reported, the game will have ten playable characters, or Specialists, for players to choose from at launch, with more to come later. It will also have seven maps, from

ShowMaker led all players at MSI 2021 in number of champions played throughout the tournament

Despite DWG KIA’s second-place finish at MSI 2021, the team’s mid laner ShowMaker proved just how flexible he could be throughout the course of the League of Legends event. With 12 different champion picks to his name throughout the tournament—more than any other player at MSI—ShowMaker established himself as one of the most versatile players in the international scene.  Throughout DWG’s 26 games played at MSI 2021, ShowMaker busted out 12 different picks, according to League stats site Games of Legends. By the time the tournament concluded, ShowMaker had selected

A Comprehensive Guide to Enterprise Blockchain

If you want to learn everything related to enterprise Blockchain, you have landed on the right page. This article talks about what exactly enterprise Blockchain is, top platforms for enterprise, and some of the notable companies that are exploring enterprise Blockchains.  Table of Contents  What is Enterprise Blockchain? Top 5 Blockchain Platforms for Enterprises Notable Companies Exploring Enterprise Blockchains Concluding Lines  What is Enterprise Blockchain? It is a type of permissioned blockchain network that can be integrated and utilized for enterprise usages. Such blockchains are empowering enterprises and businesses with

Call of Duty League and Overwatch League will reportedly allow betting and liquor sponsors

The Call of Duty League and Overwatch League might expand into new territory for sponsorships and allow betting and liquor sponsors, according to a report by The Esports Observer. Sources close to both leagues told The Esports Observer that they'll allow team sponsors from the “wagering and liquor business sectors.” This could create lucrative sponsorship opportunities that were previously unavailable. This is a significant change from Activision Blizzard, the parent company of the Call of Duty League and Overwatch League. The company previously opposed sponsors from these sectors, but it's

Destiny 2 – Season of the Splicer is Now Live Following Issues

Sudden error codes emerged when the season went live but have since been resolved. Destiny 2’s Season of the Splicer is now available which sees new story missions, a new six player activity and Transmog added to the game. Patch notes have been released, detailing all the different changes, while the Season Pass trailer outlines some of the new content and cosmetics on offer. Check it out below. Of course, the season’s launch wasn’t without issues, to the extent that Bungie had to take servers down for emergency maintenance. Eventually,

Valve Facing an Antitrust Lawsuit Over ‘PC Game Market Dominance’

Top GamesThe Valve Corporation, the publisher of the popular retail platform Steam, is facing a class-action antitrust lawsuit. | Wolfire Games, ValveThe Valve Corporation, the publisher of the popular retail platform Steam, is facing a class-action antitrust lawsuit opposing their alleged 'dominance' over PC game distribution. One of the plaintiffs is Wolfire Games, an indie developer best known for their work on Humble Bundle. Spearheaded by David Rosen, Wolfire CEO, the suit accuses Valve of having an unfair grip on the PC gaming market and distribution through its Steam platform.

Gamescom 2021 goes entirely digital

Despite initial plans to run as a hybrid online, on-site event, gamescom 2021 will now be held exclusively online.  The German Games Industry Association made this decision following “extensive discussions” with its gamescom partners and exhibitors. The event will now pivot to being a digital event available free of charge in August for all fans.  “Even though the hybrid concept was very well received by the partners, we had to recognize that gamescom still comes too early for many companies in the industry due to the required planning reliability,” said

University of Kentucky, Gen.G and ISA join forces to launch student exchange programme in South Korea

The University of Kentucky (UK) has joined forces with esports organisation Gen.G and scholar association International Studies Abroad (ISA) to launch an international esports exchange programme in Seoul, South Korea.  Starting this May, the programme will offer students a four-week stay at Hanyang University or Korea University. KHSAA E-Sports Championship on January 30, 2020. Credit: Pete Comparoni | UKphoto RELATED: University of Kentucky and Gen.G join forces to host invitational tournament According to the release, the programme is an initiative from the university’s UK Student Success and Education Abroad &

Hi-Rez Studios launches Creativity Unchained remote work policy

Atlanta-based game publisher Hi-Rez Studios has revealed Creativity Unchained, a programme that allows its employees in the USA and UK to work remotely. The new remote work policy encourages over 80 percent of Hi-Rez Studios employees to work where they feel most productive. According to the release, plans are already being made to expand the programme across Europe. Image credit: Hi-Rez Studios RELATED: Esports data platform GRID announces $10m funding round The programme extends to existing Hi-Rez Studios employees, as well as to new job openings. Most jobs will allow

After a tough 12 months, sim racing’s silver lining is its rise in popularity

Despite being one of the oldest genres in esports, sim racing can hardly compare to the most established battle-royale, shooter or MOBA titles — not in terms of viewership nor in terms of developed esports ecosystems.  George Russell became the winner of the first F1 Virtual Grand Prix. Credit: Formula 1 Some argue that motorsports are declining in popularity. In 2020, Formula 1 saw a decline in its global audience and unique viewers, with falls of 4.5 percent and 8 percent respectively. What’s more, the Indy500 saw a record-low domestic