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...
Introduction While South Korea, the US and China have been the eSports powerhouses for years, new markets are emerging. India, Brazil and others are becoming key players in the global eSports landscape with growing player base, investments and opportunities. This blog will explore these markets and how they will shape the future of competitive gaming. 1. India: Mobile First Mobile Gaming Dominance: Games like PUBG Mobile, Free Fire and BGMI have been the catalyst for eSports in India. Tournaments and Prize Pools: Events like BGMI India Series and Free Fire World Series get millions of views. Government and Brand Involvement: Brands and government support is helping eSports get legitimized as a career. Challenges Game bans and limited PC gaming infrastructure. Need for more professional training facilities and coaching programs. 2. Brazil: Gaming Passion Brazil has been a gaming nation for a long time and has a strong presence in global eSports tournaments. Games of Choice: CS:GO ...