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Charles “MoistCr1TiKaL” Christopher White Jr. is often seen as one of the voices of reason on the internet. Frequently seen commenting and critiquing various entities and personalities within the space, he is also a part-owner within the esports industry. Known as Moist Esports, the organization has teams competing in some of the most notable FPS and Fighting Games titles in esports; including VALORANT, Apex Legends, Brawlhalla, Super Smash Bros, and Melee to name a few. Recently the internet personality hasmore

GameSquare Holdings, Inc. announced today the sale of Complexity Gaming to Global Esports Properties, LLC for a total consideration of US$10.36 million. The investor group is led by none other than Complexity's founder and CEO, Jason Lake. This transaction follows a remarkable period of growth for Complexity, with annual sales soaring by over 175% from 2021 to 2022 under GameSquare's ownership. The official Membership Interest Purchase Agreement, signed on March 1, 2024, is poised to close shortly, pending TSXV approvalmore

Not too long ago, Riot Games announced massive layoffs, shutting down entire divisions, after a change in strategies. Last Night, Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) / PlayStation announced worldwide layoffs. With the announcement, PlayStation and SIE join the likes of Microsoft and Tencent owned Riot Games that have laid off employees in recent times. The layoffs affect 900 employees across multiple divisions and regions. The affected divisions include Insomniac Games, Naughty Dog, Guerilla and Firesprite. Including a complete shutdown of PlayStationmore

The long-awaited fighting game from Riot Games codenamed Project L officially named 2XKO. The 2v2 assist tag team fighting game will feature characters from the League of Legends universe. Currently, the characters already part of the game are as follows; Katarius Darius Ahri Ekko Jinx Illaoi Yasuo The Development so far In 2021, Riot Games announced Project L, a 1v1 Fighting game which they changed to a 2v2 assist-based tag team fighting game. The dev team gave a sneak peak into the games development in 2022, showcasing the offense, defense, movement and tagging mechanics. The FGC (fighting games community) gotmore

The esports industry has seen remarkable growth, attracting millions of viewers globally and as they continue to establish itself as a mainstream form of entertainment, major companies are increasingly recognizing its potential and investing in strategic sponsorships. In this article, we will talk about the significance of these partnerships for both the companies involved and the esports community, digging deeper on the top five esports sponsorships. Why sponsoring esports is so interesting for big companies? These sponsorships not only inject vital financial resources into the esports ecosystem but also bring mainstream credibility and exposure to the sponsoring companies. For esportsmore

In the world of online games, there are specific terms that you may have come across. One such term is AoE, and if you haven't heard of it or don't know what it means (noob), then this is for you! This term is an essential part of esports due to it's wide range of uses and is aesthetically pleasing to watch. Area of Effect (AoE) From firestorms falling from the sky to healing a group of allies, you would havemore

If you are a gamer, you have probably heard of the term ping. But what does it mean, and why is it important for your gaming experience? In this article, we will explain what ping is, how it affects your gameplay, and how you can improve it. What is ping? Ping is a measure of how long it takes for a signal to travel from your device to the game server and back. It is usually expressed in milliseconds (ms). The lower the ping, the faster the communication between your device and the server. The higher the ping, the slowermore

In a strategic move to further its global presence and tap into the flourishing esports scene, European powerhouse Team Vitality has ventured into the realm of StarCraft II. The esports organization has forged a partnership with the South Korean team ONSYDE, marking its official entry into the highly competitive StarCraft II ecosystem. The collaboration aims to leverage the strengths of both organizations and propel Team Vitality to new heights, with a particular focus on the vibrant Korean market. Team Vitalitymore

In the heart of Poland, the International Congress Center in Katowice is set to host one of the most anticipated StarCraft II events of the year - IEM Katowice 2024. As part of the ESL Pro Tour 2023/24 season, this tournament promises to deliver thrilling moments, intense battles, and a hefty $500,000 USD prize pool that adds to the prestige of the Intel Extreme Masters Championship. IEM Katowice, the unrivaled StarCraft II showdown IEM Katowice 2024 is a standalone ESL SC2 Pro Tour event featuring 24 contenders. The competition kicks off on February 8th and concludes on February 11th, showcasingmore

Twitch, the leading live streaming platform, has recently put its foot down on Drops farming across all games. The platform's updated Community Guidelines now explicitly ban this practice, underlining a commitment to fair play and authentic community engagement. This move is a direct response to the challenges posed by drops farming and aims to create an environment where everyone, from streamers to viewers, can enjoy Twitch for what it was intended – a platform built on genuine interaction and sharedmore

The world of esports, captivating millions worldwide, extends beyond flashy plays and thrilling competitions, delving into the often-overlooked challenges of maintaining positive mental health. In a society where 1 in 4 people in the UK faces mental health issues annually, for example, the esports community is gradually overcoming the stigma surrounding these concerns. This article aims to explore the evolving historical landscape of esports mental health, shedding light on initiatives, individual stories, and industry-wide efforts to prioritize player well-being. Openingmore

Twitch has cultivated its own unique language of expression: emotes. These digital symbols transcend traditional communication, conveying emotions, reactions, and inside jokes within the streaming community. In an attempt to unravel the wide array of Twitch emotes, we present our list of "Best 31 Twitch Emotes" Creating a definitive list of the "best" emotes is no small feat. The landscape of Twitch emotes is dynamic, ever-evolving, and deeply intertwined with the cultural fabric of the platform. What might be anmore

The much-anticipated 7th edition of the Masters Coliseum, hosted by SCBoy, is poised to captivate StarCraft II enthusiasts worldwide. This prestigious tournament features a stellar lineup, a substantial prize pool, and a format that promises intense competition. Read below all the details and key aspects that will define this esports spectacle. Masters Coliseum 7 format overview In the Masters Coliseum 7 Group Stage, competition unfolds as 16 players navigate the Swiss Round format, engaging in high-stakes matches played in amore

In recent days, the esports economy has been struggling. Over the past year or so, an increase in the number of esports organizations backing out of the major esports scenes has been noted. Some have even been noted to be taking steps or have shut down their operations entirely. Even big names such as FaZe Clan and Evil Geniuses are not exempt and have been reported to be struggling to keep up with the economy. But it was not themore

The ESL SC2 Masters 2023 Winter promises to be an electrifying season, bringing together top StarCraft II players worldwide. With a revamped format, diverse map pool, and a talented lineup, this season is set to deliver intense competition and thrilling moments for esports enthusiasts. Quick recap of the Summer playoffs Before talking about the Winter Playoffs, we just want to quickly review how the ESL SC2 Masters 2023 Summer Playoffs went so you can refresh your memory on how eachmore

The North American Esports organization Cloud9 has announced the Cloud9 x One Piece collaboration for an upcoming merch collection. The merch collection drops 9th December and features multiple One Piece themed apparels. For those unfamiliar, One Piece is a pirate-themed shounen manga which has been serialized since 1997 by Eiichira Oda. It has also been adapted into an anime and a Netflix live action show. The One Piece manga currently is the best selling manga of all time. The recent Netflix adaptation of the show reached #1 on the Netflix charts in 84 countries breaking the record previously held bymore