BREAKING NEWS 💀 Rogue The Skeptic The Hook: Here We Go Again Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: Blizzard launches a flashy countdown, drops a trailer that looks like a Pixar fever dream, and promises a 'new era' of content while simultaneously checking if your credit card is still on file. The Overwatch Spotlight is the latest attempt to distract us from the fact that we’re still playing a sequel that feels more like a glorified patch notes update. If you’re sitting there with your finger over the 'Pre-order' button for whatever battle pass or skin bundle they’re about to shill, do us all a favor—put the mouse down and go outside. The sun doesn't have microtransactions. Yet. The Details: Shiny Trailers and Empty Promises So, what exactly is the Overwatch Spotlight? According to the hype machine over at Esports.gg, we’ve got a countdown ticking a...
Intro South Korea is the world’s no.1 in gaming, with legendary players, innovative strategies and crazy fan engagement. But what makes South Korea so special and how did it become the hub of eSports? This blog will breakdown the key factors behind South Korea’s gaming dominance. 1. Gaming Culture Started Early South Korea got into gaming early, with the rise of PC bangs (internet cafes) in late 1990s. These affordable places allowed gamers to access powerful computers and fast internet. The StarCraft Revolution: StarCraft was released in 1998 and it was a national pastime. Community Growth: PC bangs became social spaces and competition hotbeds, breeding a whole generation of gamers. 2. Unbeatable Internet South Korea’s internet is often considered the fastest in the world and it’s a big factor in its eSports success. Low Latency: Ultra fast internet means no lag. Accessibility: Broadband became ubiquitous so almost every household had the tools for online gaming. 3. Government a...