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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

Best tech gifts for her

An anniversary, a birthday, a special time to celebrate, or maybe there’s no reason to gift at all. Whatever the case may be at this point in time, you’re looking for a tech gift for her and need advice. We’ve got you covered. The following items are the most creative and useful tech gifts on the market for any occasion. Happy gifting. BlissLights Sky Lite Image via BlissLights SpecificationsFor those interested in creating a romantic mood, BlissLights’ Sky Lite is an attractive option that doesn’t break the bank but continues

Battle of the Bans is this week’s Hearthstone Tavern Brawl

Blizzard has no problem swinging the ban hammer. This week in Hearthstone, the power of the hammer is in your hands. This week’s Hearthstone Tavern Brawl is Battle of the Bans. If you’ve ever been to an actual Battle of the Bands, then you know oftentimes the groups on stage are mediocre at best. Depending on the types of Tavern Brawls you enjoy, Battle of the Bans may or may not be your cup of tea. Image via Blizzard Entertainment Battle of the Bans is a constructed Brawl, meaning you’ll

The best weapon skins in VALORANT

It’s been over a year since the release of VALORANT. In that time, Riot Games has added a plethora of weapon skins that have players styling on their opponents, both with their impeccable aim and even better taste in cosmetics. VALORANT already has some fantastic skins for its weapons, from simple color scheme changes to complete visual and audio makeovers of the gun’s design. Riot has even started to create crossovers between its various titles, and as always, it’s key to know which skin is best so you can look

Here are the notes and updates for League of Legends: Wild Rift patch 2.4

League of Legends: Wild Rift’s patch 2.4 is here with a lot of new features. This includes the champion Akshan, champion bans, replay system, new items, and much more. The content in this update will be released throughout the patch. Riot has said that the patch will be live for about three weeks before the next update drops. Here are the complete patch notes for Wild Rift’s patch 2.4 update. New Champion Akshan, the Rogue Sentinel Image via Riot Games The new champion will be released on July 27 at

Off the heels of its Gucci collab, 100 Thieves names Lexus as next luxury brand partner

100 Thieves has added another impressive partner to its list, announcing Lexus as its first luxury auto partner just days after revealing a clothing collaboration with Gucci.  The organization announced its new partner with a short video of four of its content creators, Valkyrae, Enable, Yassuo, and Fuslie, stepping out of a Lexus. The 100 Thieves content house will be renamed the Lexus Content House, and Valkyae and Fuslie are now Lexus ambassadors. We're proud to welcome @Lexus as the first luxury auto partner of 100 Thieves!Since 1989, Lexus has

5 Best Agents in Valorant Patch 3.02

ValorantPhoto by Riot GamesThe 5 Best Agents in Valorant Patch 3.02 might not be everyone's cup of tea, but it's hard to deny their impact on any given match. With Patch 3.02 bringing little changes to Agents themselves, the meta for Patch 3.02 will most likely stay the same as in Patch 3.01. So, who are the top five Agents in Valorant?We fixed the team voice volume slider! All that and just a bit more in Patch Notes 3.02 here: https://t.co/N9qKM0SHAV pic.twitter.com/LkwsC2OcoH— VALORANT (@PlayVALORANT) July 20, 2021This one feels like

Valorant Patch 3.02 Release Date: When is it?

ValorantPhoto by Riot GamesValorant Patch 3.02 is in the works right now, and plenty across the Valorant community can't wait. With Patch 3.01 offering only minor bug fixes, many expect Patch 3.02 to bring more substantial changes to the game, for better or worse. So, when can gamers expect to see Patch 3.02 be implemented? Here's what we know about the next Valorant patch's release date.What is the best Knife Skin and why? ? pic.twitter.com/x7mrA5HhCI— VALORANT (@PlayVALORANT) July 15, 2021Time between Valorant patches can vary significantly. Sometimes, it's just a

How do you clean a mechanical keyboard? | Keyboard cleaning guide

Mechanical keyboards are the standard for any serious gamer. To preserve the quality and functionality of a mechanical keyboard, frequent light cleaning is encouraged, and deep cleaning is recommended a few times a year. Regular cleaning reduces grime, oil, and dust buildup and extends a keyboard’s longevity life. Before cleaning, check your keyboard manufacturer’s website for more specific cleaning instructions.  Here are the best practices for cleaning a mechanical keyboard.  Light cleaning Image by JAOK via Amazon To practice regular light cleaning, you will need a handheld vacuum cleaner or a