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StarCraft II Patch 5.0.16 PTR: Economy, Protoss Warpgate, and Balance Changes
StarCraft II’s PTR patch 5.0.16 changes the economy, core Protoss mechanics, and several Zerg and Terran tools. Starting workers drop from 12 to 8, mineral and gas values are rebalanced, and Warpgate research moves to the Gateway while speeding up regular Gateway production. Zerg loses supply and creep speed but gains cheaper armor and stronger spellcasters, and Terran Ghosts become higher impact with improved control. The patch also adds many visual and control fixes that make fights easier to read
Lamborghini to Sponsor DreamHack Events
An unlikely partnership, but one that is as real as anything else; ESL FACEIT Group (EFG) has announced a long-term deal with none other than Italian luxury car brand Automobili Lamborghini. This means that Lamborghini will be the Official Automotive Partner for DreamHack events moving forward, starting with DreamHack Atlanta (May 15-17) in the US.
KeSPA Returns to the Table: Partnership Resumes with Esports Nations Cup for 2026 Edition
KeSPA and the Esports Foundation have to an agreement, bringing the South Korean association back into the fold as National Team Partner, and by extension returns South Korea to the list of nations for the ENC.
Esports Foundation Club Partner Program: Understanding the Engine Behind EWC
The Club Partner Program (CPP) is one of the Esports Foundation (EF) flagship initiatives centered around providing investment and incentives to a select group of esports organizations that are members of the club. It consists of its own ecosystem of support for organizations as well as providing said organizations with a separate track for winning prize money – the Club Championship. But what do we actually know about how it works? Join us as we listen to industry staples speak on their experience.
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Esports Nations Cup 2026 Confirms 16-Game Lineup for the Inaugural Event
The Esports Foundation has officially confirmed the complete 16-game lineup for the Esports Nations Cup 2026, the inaugural global nation-based esports competition set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 2–29, 2026. Over 100,000 players are expected to compete across hundreds of qualification events spanning 100 nations and territories throughout the year.
Disney+ Expands KeSPA Partnership to Stream More Esports Events in 2026
Disney+ has announced an expanded partnership with the Korea e-Sports Association (KeSPA) to livestream a wider slate of Korean and pan-Asian esports competitions globally throughout 2026, building on an initial deal signed in September 2025.
Esports Foundation Announces the 40 Clubs for 2026 Club Partner Program
Today, the Esports Foundation (EF) announced the selected 40 esports clubs for the 2026 Club Partner Program. The program, a $20M dollar initiative, provides funding and support for all the selected clubs. Now in its 3rd year, over $100M has been reportedly invested to date.
BlizzCon 2026 Is Going All-In and the Classic Cup Is Leading the Charge
BlizzCon is back, and Blizzard isn't playing it safe. Returning to the Anaheim Convention Center on September 12 and 13, 2026, the event brings a stacked competitive lineup covering five major programs and a brand-new tournament
Esports Nations Cup 2026 Unveils $45 Million Prize & Development Fund
The inaugural Esports Nations Cup (ENC) is scheduled to commence in November 2026, backed by a $45 million commitment from the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) in the form of prize money, incentives, and development funds.
Competitive Starcraft II is Officially Dead: EWC and Blizzard Hammer the Last Nails in the Coffin
StarCraft II’s exclusion from the Esports World Cup 2026 and Blizzard’s new showcase roadmap make one thing painfully clear: the RTS legend is no longer part of esports’ future, only its past. This essay dissects the slow, corporate-engineered death of a genre-defining game.
Valve’s $900 Million Headache: Does the UK Lawsuit Actually Hold Merit?
In a significant legal blow to the operator of the world’s largest PC gaming platform, a UK court has ruled that a £656 million (approx. $900 million) class-action lawsuit against Valve Corporation can proceed to trial. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of 14 million UK Steam users, alleges that Valve has abused its dominant market position to overcharge gamers.
Third Time's the Charm? Blizzard's New StarCraft Shooter Coming This Year
Blizzard is taking another swing at a StarCraft shooter, and this time it looks like we might actually see it. Reports suggest the game will headline BlizzCon 2026 this September, marking the company's third attempt to bring the beloved RTS franchise into the action genre. Details Are Starting to Leak Jez Corden from Windows Central broke the news, confirming through his own sources that a StarCraft third-person shooter is in development and likely to be revealed at BlizzCon 2026 onmore
Strafe Wrapped 2025: A Look Back at Our Year in Esports
Just like that, a year of esports action has come and gone. Whether you're a fan of FPS games, a devoted MOBA gamer, or anything in-between, chances are that 2025 delivered its fair share of thrills, heartbreaks, and unforgettable moments. Before we move on to a new season of competition and coverage, join us as we go through our Strafe Esports Wrapped, taking a look back at our best performing esports, players, teams, and news articles throughout the year. Mostmore
