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Weapon Preference for Amazon in Diablo II: Resurrected

Top GamesWe’ve broken down the best weapon for Amazons in Diablo II: Resurrected. / Activision Blizzard EntertainmentWe’ve broken down the best weapon for Amazons in Diablo II: Resurrected.Amazon’s are elite Askari warrior women who are known for their military skill and prowess on the battlefield. They are primarily nomadic, often falling into conflict with other peoples and expertly defending themselves in the struggle afterward. They are known as fiercely independent and able to weather significant adversity. Some hire them out as mercenaries—in which they will only ever remain loyal so

Sources: VALORANT EMEA Game Changers event rules prevent certain marginalized genders, including non-binary persons, from competing

The Europe, Middle East, and Africa VALORANT Game Changers tournament will exclude certain marginalized genders, including those who identify as non-binary, from competing in the events, sources familiar with the tournament’s organization told Dot Esports. Transgender women will be allowed to compete throughout the event, but the rules are a break from the event’s North American counterpart, which includes “marginalized genders,” including non-binary persons. At the beginning of the year, Riot released its plans to hold the Game Changers tournament series that would supplement the VALORANT Champions Tour and work

Dead by Daylight Leaks Reveal Mid-Chapter Survivor

Top GamesImage courtesy of Behaviour InteractiveWith the Mid-Chapter update on the horizon, some Dead by Daylight leaks have been hinting towards a new survivor. Chapter 21 of Dead by Daylight launched earlier this month on Sept. 7. Players have since been getting to know the game's new killer, The Cenobite, known more colloquially as Pinhead from the Hellraiser series. Many fans have been wondering what's next for the chapter as the Mid-Chapter update approaches.Thanks to some recent leaks, fans might not have to wonder for much longer. Reliable leaker, @LeaksDbd,

Evil Geniuses CEO Nicole LaPointe Jameson is coming to Disrupt

As the opportunities in the gaming world continue to expand aggressively as part of post-COVID shifts to the entertainment sector, esports has found its own opportunities in reaching new audiences. While competitive gaming is still in its early stages, the stakeholders of the industry are some of gaming’s most prominent publishers and organizations, and disrupting how business gets done can be a major challenge for rising leagues and platforms. We’re excited to have Evil Geniuses CEO Nicole LaPointe Jameson join us at TechCrunch Disrupt this week to discuss the business

Report: Lawyers representing Riot Games employees claim DFEH is interfering with Riot lawsuit

Lawyers representing the women who sued Riot Games in 2018 for allegedly perpetuating gender discrimination and harassment are claiming the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) is interfering with the lawsuit, according to a report from The Esports Observer’s James Fudge. Specifically, the attorneys allege the DFEH is trying to remove one of their clients, Gabriela Downie, from the suit, citing “what is effectively a movement for summary judgment against Plaintiff Downie on the issue of standing.” The lawyers claimed this to be a “blatant attempt by the

Paradox Interactive CEO Admits to ‘Inappropriate Behavior’

Paradox Interactive CEO Fredrik Wester. / Photo courtesy of Paradox InteractiveParadox Interactive CEO Fredrik Wester publicly apologized Monday for subjecting an employee to "inappropriate behavior" in 2018.Wester tweeted that at a company-wide conference held that year, "a Paradox employee was subject to inappropriate behavior from me personally. This was something I immediately and sincerely apologized for in person the following Monday in a process reviewed by HR."Bbeginning of 2018,we held a company-wide conference, and during this gathering,a Paradox employee was subject to inappropriate behavior from me personally.This was something I

Crusader Kings Developer Paradox Interactive Accused of ‘Mistreatment’ in Swedish Studio

Top GamesAccording to a union survey of the developer's studio team in Sweden, the environment has fostered bullying and gender-based discrimination. / Paradox InteractiveAccording to a union survey of the developer's studio team in Sweden, the environment has fostered bullying and gender-based discrimination. The survey was designed and distributed by unions Unionen and Sveriges Ingenjörer. Breakit, a Swedish digital publication, broke the news on the data earlier today, Monday, Sept. 6, stating that the culture is the "worst for women." The survey was completed by 133 employees out of a

AEW Video Game Release Date: When is It?

Top GamesBy Max Mallow | 3:11 PM EDTWarnerMedia Upfront 2019 - Arrivals / Mike Coppola/Getty ImagesThe AEW video game release date is on the minds of many, especially after the industry-changing All Out 2021 show wrapped up on Sept. 5.All Elite Wrestling broke the internet when Phil "CM Punk" Brooks returned to professional wrestling for the first time in over seven years at Rampage: The First Dance. It then followed up with four major reveals at its All Out show. Minoru Suzuki showed up to confront Jon Moxley, Ruby Soho,

Twitch streamer Arcadum responds to grooming, manipulation accusations

Twitch streamer and Dungeons and Dragons Dungeon Master Jeremy “Arcadum” Black has released a statement responding to grooming, manipulating, and other allegations levied against him earlier this week. In the statement, Black apologized to the women negatively affected by his actions, although he claimed to have never entered into a relationship with the women for sexual reasons. “I never sought out relationships purely for sexual purposes,” Black said. “To be absolutely clear, I have never engaged in nonconsensual activity. These were relationships that developed as genuine friendships. I greatly valued

Streamer Arcadum dropped by talent agency after grooming, manipulation accusations

Novo Talent & Creative Agency has terminated its contract with Twitch streamer Jeremy “Arcadum” Black after several women levied allegations of grooming and manipulation against him. Novo owner and fellow content creator Devin Nash shared a statement regarding the allegations, announcing that he and the agency will no longer be working with Black. Nash claims that Black came to him days before the allegations were made public, although Nash said the story Black told him “was not remotely truthful” and “reported a vastly different situation than these women collaborated.” Nash