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Rainbow Six Siege Y10S4.2 Patch Notes: Major Thorn and Mozzie Buffs

Rainbow Six Siege Y10S4.2 Patch Notes: Major Thorn and Mozzie Buffs

The Rainbow Six Siege Y10S4.2 update, releasing today, brings major balance adjustments and quality-of-life refinements aimed at refreshing both attacker and defender gameplay. From Thorn’s complete gadget overhaul to the return of Mozzie’s Super Shorty, players can expect meaningful meta shifts in both casual and competitive play.

20 Jan
Kaustavmani Choudhury
The Living Nightmare: The Dark Power of Bane in Dota 2

The Living Nightmare: The Dark Power of Bane in Dota 2

Bane in Dota 2 wins fights by removing one enemy from the game, then doing it again. He does not clear waves fast or burst whole teams. He locks down key targets, drains their strength, and forces awkward saves that break enemy positioning. This article explains Bane’s lore, abilities, talents, and support playstyle using only the details provided. Who is Bane? Bane is also known as Atropos, the Bane Elemental. He formed from the midnight terrors of the goddess Nyctasha.more

20 Jan
Aidan van Vuuren
2XKO Patch 1.1.1 Arrives: Season 1 Kicks Off With Major Changes

2XKO Patch 1.1.1 Arrives: Season 1 Kicks Off With Major Changes

2XKO is stepping into a new era with Patch 1.1.1, dropping on January 20, 2026, and bringing Season 1 to life across all platforms.

19 Jan
Thales Costa
The Final Four Teams for Six Invitational 2026 Are Set

The Final Four Teams for Six Invitational 2026 Are Set

With all regional LCQs concluded, the final four teams heading to Paris for the Six Invitational 2026 have been confirmed. These squads have battled through immense regional competition to earn a shot at the most prestigious title in Rainbow Six Siege. From veteran organizations to rising underdogs, each LCQ champion carries a unique story of determination and triumph.

19 Jan
Kaustavmani Choudhury
What to expect from CS2 Premier Season 4?

What to expect from CS2 Premier Season 4?

Later today, season 3 of CS2 Premier will come to an end. This means that in a few days CS2 Premier will enter Season 4. This means a major CS2 update after almost three months (barring the Major hub update). The last big update introduced four community maps, a new observing tool, and a new mode: Retake. So what would the upcoming CS2 Premier Season 4 have in store for us? Map Pool Change: -Train +Anubis With only a year out of the map pool, Train is already on its way out. Replacing it will be Anubis that exited themore

19 Jan
Ganesh Jadhav
Melusi | The Sonic Defender of Rainbow Six Siege

Melusi | The Sonic Defender of Rainbow Six Siege

Melusi is a defending operator in Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege who blends strong area control with a grounded, story-driven background. Introduced during Operation Steel Wave, she brings a gadget that slows attackers, creates sound cues, and shapes how rounds unfold. Her design connects gameplay mechanics with her personal history, making her one of the more coherent operators in the roster. Read further to learn where she comes from, how her gadget works, and how she fits into team play.more

19 Jan
Aidan van Vuuren
Trackmania Officially Joins Esports World Cup 2026 Lineup

Trackmania Officially Joins Esports World Cup 2026 Lineup

Trackmania joins the Esports World Cup 2026 lineup. In this precision racing esport, 32 players from all over the world will compete in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for their share of a $500,000 prize pool.

19 Jan
Adarsh J. Kumar
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How to change FOV in Counter-Strike 2?

How to change FOV in Counter-Strike 2?

Most games do not allow players to change FOV, especially tactical shooters to ensure uniformity across multiple clients, competitive integrity and saving resources. CS2 also doesn't necessarily allow you to change the FOV, but there are ways to adjust the FOV and your viewmodel’s perspective.

19 Jan
Ganesh Jadhav
How To Unlock Premier CS2: Complete Guide

How To Unlock Premier CS2: Complete Guide

19 Jan
André Guaraldo
VCT Unveils 2 New Locations for Pacific League Finals

VCT Unveils 2 New Locations for Pacific League Finals

Marking a significant shift, VCT Pacific will take its Stage 1 Finals to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and its Stage 2 Finals to Busan, South Korea. This move marks a departure from the league's traditional home in Seoul.

19 Jan
Adarsh J. Kumar
Strafe Recommends: KheZu

Strafe Recommends: KheZu

We are back with the Strafe Recommends series, and 2026 starts with Maurice “KheZu” Gutmann and his excellent YouTube channel, also called KheZu. He began his professional career as a Heroes of Newerth (HoN) player. His first notable team was DmSn/KD, where he played alongside another well-known Dota 2 name: Aydin “iNSaNiA” Sarkohi.

17 Jan
Eric Oliveira
Buenos Aires and Shanghai to Reportedly Host CS2 Majors in 2027

Buenos Aires and Shanghai to Reportedly Host CS2 Majors in 2027

Counter-Strike is set to take its Majors to Argentina for the first time, as Buenos Aires will reportedly host the first Major of 2027. Shanghai, meanwhile, will seemingly be host to the second Major.

16 Jan
Adarsh J. Kumar
T1 vs Hanwha Life Esports Preview: Gumayusi and Peyz Clash to Start the Season

T1 vs Hanwha Life Esports Preview: Gumayusi and Peyz Clash to Start the Season

They may have won three consecutive World Championships together, but that's all in the past now that Gumayusi and his former T1 teammates of Faker, Oner, and Keria will be facing each other in an official LCK match for the first time ever.

15 Jan
Martin Arévalo-Östberg
LEC Roadshows Return in 2026 with 6 Arena Events Announced

LEC Roadshows Return in 2026 with 6 Arena Events Announced

The LEC (League of Legends European Championship) has announced a return for the fan-favourite Roadshows for the 2026 season – this time with 5 events planned throughout the year. Once again, the LEC has partnered with Movistar KOI and Karmine Corp for these events, allowing them to determine the venues.

15 Jan
Foo Zen-Wen
Razer Announced as Latest Partner for VCT EMEA in Multi-Year Deal

Razer Announced as Latest Partner for VCT EMEA in Multi-Year Deal

As the countdown to Kickoff continues, VALORANT Esports EMEA has just announced a multiyear partnership with Razer as the official gaming chair partner for 2026 and 2027. The partnership will extend to both VCT EMEA as well as Game Changers EMEA.

15 Jan
Foo Zen-Wen
Winning Tips and Strategies | League of Legends Karma Guide

Winning Tips and Strategies | League of Legends Karma Guide

Karma stands as one of the clearest expressions of Ionia’s spiritual ideals. She carries the memories of countless past lives and channels that wisdom into protection, control, and sustained pressure. This League of Legends Karma Guide explains her abilities, item choices, and practical play patterns for consistent results in real matches. Understanding Karma’s Role Karma functions as a mage-support who thrives on tempo. She rewards frequent spell use, accurate positioning, and smart timing of Mantra. Her kit allows her tomore

15 Jan
Aidan van Vuuren
1v1 Duels: VCT 2026 Introduces Skirmish Side Selection

1v1 Duels: VCT 2026 Introduces Skirmish Side Selection

VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) has eliminated the randomness of coin tosses for the 2026 season, introducing a 1v1 Skirmish format that puts player skill at the center to determine map and side selection priority. Starting with the 2026 VCT Pacific Kickoff on January 22, equally seeded teams will send one player each into a pure aim duel to determine who gains the crucial advantage in pick-and-ban phases.​ Rules and Mechanics The new Skirmish Side Selection system operates under straightforward rulesmore

14 Jan
Thales Costa
LoL Patch 26.02 Preview: Viego Buffs, Malphite Nerfs, and More!

LoL Patch 26.02 Preview: Viego Buffs, Malphite Nerfs, and More!

The new season of League of Legends has brought lots of changes to the game. Now, LoL Patch 26.02 will set out to tone down some of the champions that have benefited the most from the latest updates, and buff others that have fallen out of favor.

14 Jan
Martin Arévalo-Östberg
PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026: Teams, Format, Schedule, and More

PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026: Teams, Format, Schedule, and More

With BLAST Bounty underway, Krakow in the pipeline, and the PGL Cluj-Napoca teams announcement, we have officially kicked off the 2026 season of Counter-Strike esports. This time, Cluj-Napoca will host 16 of the biggest names in CS esports to become the TOs most stacked event to date.

14 Jan
Ganesh Jadhav
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Max Money, Max Win: Understanding the CS2 In-Game Economy

Max Money, Max Win: Understanding the CS2 In-Game Economy

Short on cash in-game? Not enough money for the big green? You're probably mismanaging your in-game economy, leading to more bad buys than you need to suffer. There are plenty of guides and obvious signs out there when your shots aren't landing. But one of the biggest core skills to learn for new players to Counter-Strike 2 is managing your economy.

14 Jan
Foo Zen-Wen