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The 2026 VCT season is here and with the conclusion of Kickoff tournaments globally, the first Masters event of the season is upon us. VCT Masters Santiago assembles 12 of the best VALORANT teams in the world across 16 days to crown the tenth Masters winner and the first of the season. Which of the four regions will step forth in this pivotal and determining first bout?

The conclusion to the much-anticipated Lower Finals between Fnatic and Team Liquid ended with a resolution few expected and yet bears similar beats to the previous years. Coming off the back of the previous day’s performance against Gentle Mates, a timeline where Fnatic fails to qualify for Masters Santiago appeared so improbable, and yet we find ourselves here. Liquid’s showing in yesterday’s series was nothing short of masterful, dominating the series from start to finish to snap the final spot to Santiago.  Following the conclusion of their series, Strafe Esports sat down with Fnatic Head Coach Milan “Milan” de Meij to speak on the series, Fnatic’s preparation coming into the rematch, and so much more in this exclusive interview.

The RLCS Boston Major 2026 kicks off this week with NRG, Karmine Corp, FURIA and MIBR headlining a stacked 16-team field. From GSL groups to Agganis Arena finals, here's your complete guide: who's favored, how to watch, and ticket info before it's too late.

Arc Warden is one of the few heroes that can pressure two parts of the map at the same time. He does it with Tempest Double, a perfect electrical copy that uses the same items and casts special versions of his spells. If the enemy ignores the Double, buildings fall. If the enemy chases it, the real Arc Warden keeps farming or takes a better fight. This hero rewards planning and clean execution. If you manage two units well, Arcmore

Tundra Esports finally dropped the ball and Team Liquid took the opportunity to become the BLAST Slam VI Champions. Liquid faced Natus Vincere in the Grand Final after a series of best-of-5 (BO5) matches in the Playoffs.

The Six Invitational 2026 has come to an end, and a dynasty has officially been cemented in Paris. FaZe Clan defeated Team Secret 3-1 to claim the World Championship title.

The ESL Pro Tour is officially back in 2026 and DreamLeague Season 28 marks the first step of the series. Sixteen teams will battle for a share of a million dollar prize over three stages that will go across two weeks.

The VALORANT Champions 2025 Runner-ups, FNATIC, will be missing the first VCT Masters event of the year. Earlier today, in the lower bracket finals of 2026 VCT EMEA Kickoff, Team Liquid swept the team, securing the final ticket to Santiago from Berlin. Team Liquid Sweep FNATIC Coming into the series, many expected FNATIC to win the series as they were the very team that put Liquid into the lower bracket. When the game started, however, it was clear that themore

Rainbow Six Siege has announced yet another incredible year of updates at the Six Invitational 2026. Year 11 brings a legendary crossover, competitive overhauls, and mechanical experiments that could reshape the tactical shooter's identity. From the introduction of Solid Snake as a playable operator to the long-awaited Ranked 3.0 system, Ubisoft is making bold moves to reinvigorate both casual and competitive play. Operation Silent Hunt: The Snake Enters the Grass The headline of Year 11 Season 1 is the introductionmore

With the regional Kickoff tournaments finally wrapped up, the pieces of the 2026 international puzzle have finally fallen into place. VALORANT Masters Santiago in Chile will be the season’s first global test, and the early list of qualified squads already mixes brand-new stories with familiar contenders. VCT China: All Gamers Emerging from the Upper Bracket, All Gamers have produced what may be the most shocking run of the year so far. They dismantled established names like Bilibili Gaming and Dragon Ranger Gaming, then capped the streak by defeating XLG in the grand finals to lock in their Masters berth. Thismore

The Six Invitational stands as Rainbow Six Siege's most prestigious tournament, and winning the MVP award at this championship cements a player's legacy in the competitive scene. From the first (proper) tournament in 2018 to the most recent in 2025, eight players have earned this distinction. Their journeys since lifting the trophy tell fascinating stories of triumph, reinvention, and perseverance—some are still competing at the highest level, while others have transitioned to new roles or stepped away entirely. Let's explore where each Six Invitational MVP stands today.

Gentle Mates player Martin “marteen” Pátek has been a revelation this VCT EMEA season thus far. After a shattering performance tonight, the French phenom was a vital reason Gentle Mates (M8) have now qualified over Fnatic and are bound for Masters Santiago later this month. After the heartbreak that was yesterday’s 5-map series against BBL which saw the Turkish side qualify ahead of their opposition as the 1st seed to Santiago, M8 was thrust with little rest time into a second Bo5 (Best-of-five) series against a rapidly mounting Fnatic looking to qualify for their first-ever Kickoff tournament. In a bidmore

The Six Invitational 2026 grand final is set. FaZe Clan will face Team Secret tomorrow, February 15 at 5:45 PM CET, at the Adidas Arena in Paris, and the stakes couldn't be higher. One team is chasing history. The other is hungry to prove they belong at the top. FaZe's Dynasty in the Making FaZe Clan has been here before. Twice, actually. This marks their third straight Six Invitational grand final appearance, a feat no other Rainbow Six team hasmore

The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) dropped some massive news today: Rainbow Six Siege is officially joining the inaugural Esports Nations Cup 2026 lineup. It's the 16th and latest title confirmed for the inaugural tournament, and it means 24 national teams will battle it out in Riyadh, from November 2 through 29, for something much bigger than trophies: national pride.

FURIA stunned the Valorant community with a dramatic 3-2 victory over MIBR in the VCT Americas Kickoff Grand Final, securing the region’s first seed at Masters Santiago 2026. After a year without a win, the revitalized roster completed a flawless lower bracket run, overcoming the aspas-led superteam in a tense five-map thriller.

BBL find victory over Gentle Mates at the eleventh hour after a length Bo5 series in the VCT EMEA Kickoff Upper Finals. The Turkish roster is now set to attend Masters Santiago later this month.