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Report: Activision Blizzard ending Overwatch, Call of Duty League’s competitive balance tax, salary cap

Activision Blizzard is eliminating the competitive balance tax and soft salary cap for its Overwatch League and Call of Duty League, as first reported by the Sports Business Journal and confirmed by Dot Esports. The decision comes after the opening of a U.S. Department of Justice antitrust division investigation into the Overwatch League’s practices. Dot Esports broke news of that probe in July, with an Activision Blizzard spokesperson confirming that the DOJ had opened an inquiry and that the game developer was complying.  “We have received an inquiry from the

Battlefield 2042’s Hazard Zone provides high-stakes, squad-based mode

Hazard Zone, Battlefield 2042’s new intense game mode, will give fans an exciting experience in which four-player squads fight over Data Drives. Battlefield 2042 releases next month and fans are looking forward to the latest iteration in the iconic series. Players have already seen the All-Out Warfare Battlefield is known for and are excited to get their hands on the Battlefield Portal, the community-driven platform that allows them to create unique experiences. And Battlefield 2042’s third game mode, Hazard Zone, will provide added intensity. [embedded content] Hazard Zone puts players

These are all of the operators in Call of Duty: Vanguard

Call of Duty: Vanguard’s operators are a diverse, worldwide cast of fictional heroes inspired by real-life ones. Operators in Vanguard are more than just the skins you can buy. You can also level them up and they have their own unique perks and personalities. For example, each character has their own favorite weapon and using that specific weapon while playing as the operator will give you additional XP. “Heroism is built upon heroes, individuals with personalities who aren’t to be trifled with,” Sledgehammer Games said about the operators. “The Operators

The best Grav loadout in Call of Duty: Warzone

The final season of content in Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War added two guns and both of them are available to use in Warzone. Once unlocked, the Grav assault rifle is yours to rank up and unlock many attachments to help make it viable in Warzone. The 1980s era rifle is reminiscent of the Galil from Black Ops 1, in both appearance and function. Activision describes the Grav as a full-auto assault rifle that’s “fast firing” with “improved range,” “fasted bullet velocity in class with modest damage and

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War’s final season patch notes are here ahead of the new content tonight

The final season of content made for Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War is on the horizon and Treyarch has revealed the patch notes for the update. The season goes live on Oct. 7, but the update can be downloaded now with things like weapon tuning already available. New content, such as the next round-based Zombies map, Forsaken, and new battle pass, won’t be ready until tonight. Coming to MP in Season Six:• New maps: Deprogram, Amerika, Gluboko• New Featured Playlists: Deprogram 24/7, Face Off Gluboko 24/7• New Operator

TrueGameData Reveals How to Get the Fastest Movement Possible in Warzone

Call of DutyWant to maximize your movement speed around Verdansk '84? Look no further. / Photo courtesy of ActivisionTrueGameData posted a YouTube video showcasing a tip that is probably very handy to know in a game like Warzone, where players are sprinting around the map 95% of the time.If you're someone who often finds themselves sprinting around corners or towards their enemies, here is a breakdown of how to get the fastest movement possible in Call of Duty: Warzone Season 5 Reloaded.NOOOOO CAT'S OUT OF THE BAG ?used to run

Rainbow Pikachu in Pokemon GO: Is It Real?

PokémonOne trainer has discovered a “rainbow Pikachu” in Pokemon GO—sparking a rumor about a new Pikachu in-game. / Niantic LabsOne trainer has discovered a “rainbow Pikachu” in Pokemon GO—sparking a rumor about a new Pikachu in-game.The rumors have only grown since the developers recently promised a set of changes to the game following an investigation by a developer task force. While trainers assumed the changes have more to do with company-player transparency than new features, that doesn’t mean it’s entirely out of the question. Additionally, with the current “Season of

Best OTs 9 Loadout in Warzone Season 5: Which Attachments to Use

Call of DutyHere are the best attachments to use on the OTs 9 SMG in Call of Duty: Warzone Season 5. / Photo courtesy of Ralston Dacanay, ActivisionThis best OTs 9 loadout in Warzone Season 5 guide is here for those who want to make sure they're using the fully optimized version of the top dog SMG in Verdansk '84 and Rebirth Island.One of our newest S Tier-rank weapons to use, the OTs 9 is primed to take over the Season 5 meta. Although it isn't all that popular yet with the more

All Battlefield 2042 Specialists and their abilities

In Battlefield 2042, players will be able to take on one of 10 Specialists. These Specialists are based on the original four Battlefield classes: Assault, Support, Recon, and Engineer. Each Specialist will have one unique Specialty and Trait, with a fully customizable loadout, meaning players will have control over their weapons, gear, and any secondary perks. “Choosing and equipping your Specialist allows you to build synergies within your squad and empower yourself to take on any battle situation,” according to the Battlefield 2042 website. This hints at the possibility of