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Diablo Immortal closed beta starts today

Blizzard Entertainment announced that the mobile RPG Diablo Immortal will have a closed beta testing period starting today, Oct. 28.  Just like previous tests of the game, it will only be possible to participate through Android devices. Players will be selected from Canada and Australia, and from South Korea, Japan, and China at a later date. The limited number of players invited to the beta will receive a notification from Google Play with details on how to log in and start playing. In the coming weeks, when Blizzard opens the

How to play the Diablo Immortal closed beta

Blizzard Entertainment’s mobile version of Diablo may not be set to release until next year, but for a couple of months, gamers with an Android device will be able to test out the game. The developer announced the beginning of Diablo Immortal’s closed beta today in Canada and Australia at 7pm CT, but only people with an Android device will be able to participate. The closed beta will also take place in South Korea, Japan, and China, but the beta’s start time in those regions was not released in Blizzard’s

Philadelphia Fusion, London Spitfire hire new head coaches

Most of the focus during the Overwatch League offseason is normally on player moves, but building a better coaching staff is also critically important for future success. Both the Philadelphia Fusion and London Spitfire announced new head coach additions earlier today.  London instated Christopher “ChrisTFer” Graham, a former assistant coach for the Fusion, as its new head coach. Meanwhile, Philadelphia promoted Cho “J1N” Hyo-jin to head coach from its Overwatch Contenders academy team.  ChrisTFer was a former player in competitive Overwatch’s early years who later moved on to coaching, working

Aidus Praised for Its Innovative Gaming 3D Joystick Mouse on…

When asked why they backed the product, some backers commented, “I've wanted a joystick for games for a long time, but haven't seen any that looked interesting enough” or “I am a 3D designer and I think your device will be great for use with CAD.” SEOUL, South Korea (PRWEB) October 05, 2021 Nextick is a joystick-type mouse that was specifically designed for gamers to feel more immersed during their games. On September 13, 2021, the Aidus team launched Nextick on Kickstarter and generated large popularity in the crowdfunding community.

TFT Worlds top 8 includes players from 6 regions

A total of six regions will have representation at the Teamfight Tactics Reckoning World Championship final, including the four players who advanced to the group stage via the day one play-ins.  Two more tacticians from China advanced to the finals after intense gameplay during day two of the TFT Reckoning World Championship group stage. Qitux and Huanmie tied for third and fourth place overall during the Lobby B group stage, and the two will join Zixingche in the finals for a total of three tacticians from China.  SMBappé representing Latin

Mano leaves professional Overwatch to complete military service

Professional Overwatch lost one of its most veteran players today when Philadelphia Fusion main tank Kim “Mano” Dong-gyu announced his intention to leave the team and complete his military service for South Korea.  “Unfortunately, I’m sad to announce that I’ll be taking a break from my professional career,” he said in a post on Twitter. “I still wanted to play next year but it’s up to a point where I cannot postpone my mandatory military service.”  Mano began his professional career in the earliest years of competitive Overwatch, joining teams

KT Rolster to represent Korea at the Wild Rift World Championship 2021

KT Rolster won the League of Legends: Wild Rift Champions Korea (WCK) today after a convincing 4-0 victory over Break Frame Gaming in the finals, earning themselves a spot at the Wild Rift World Championship 2021. The organization, which also competes in the LCK, may not have qualified for the League of Legends World Championship but will compete on the world stage in the mobile game. The inaugural Wild Rift World Championship 2021 will happen later this year with 10 teams from around the globe. KT Rolster will be the

Shiny Zacian and Zamazenta promotion announced for Pokémon Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl preorders in South Korea

Pokémon players in South Korea may be the first in the world to own shiny variants of Zacian and Zamazenta in Pokémon Sword and Shield, thanks to a promotion held for those who preorder the upcoming generation four remakes. Nintendo announced the promotion yesterday that will see those who pre-order Pokémon Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl, or the double pack, receive a code for the two legendary Pokémon’s currently unreleased shining variant which can be redeemed in Pokémon Sword or Shield. Image via Nintendo Zacian in its shiny form boasts an

PUBG Global Championship 2021 Begins Nov. 19

PUBGImage courtesy of PUBG Studios/KraftonThe PUBG Global Championship will be a LAN/Online hybrid tournament, set to begin later this year on Nov. 19. This year has continued to hit esports pretty hard, with the continuing problems caused by the COVID-19 pandemic making tournaments logistically difficult. PUBG Eports has been no exception to this, having previously hosted the PGI.S as a LAN/Online hybrid tournament. Now, the PUBG Esports Team has announced that the same set-up will be occurring for the PUBG Global Championship.A statement from the team reads: "The year 2021

PUBG Global Championship 2021 will begin on Nov. 19

Heading into the finale of the 2021 competitive season, Krafton and the PUBG Esports team have unveiled the roadmap for the PUBG Global Championship 2021.  PGC 2021 will begin in November as a hybrid LAN/online event where teams from outside of the surrounding region will be flown in and compete locally in Incheon, South Korea. Running for five weeks from Nov. 19 to Dec. 19, 32 of the best teams in the world will clash for their share of over $2 million. The roster will consist of 12 teams from