Sentinels SicK after locking playoffs: ‘The meta is changing in our favor’

Sentinels SicK after locking playoffs: ‘The meta is changing in our favor’ Is this the second coming of Sentinels? Sentinelshave secured their spot at theVCT NA Stage 1 Challengers playoffs, after a2-1 victoryover an up-and-coming Rise squad this past weekend. While many have been quick to declare the Sentinels’ reign of terror over, the North American squad has shown that they have no intention of going anywhere. Hunter “SicK” Mimswas a standout player this series, leading the way for his team with a 226 Average Combat Score (ACS) and +18 K/D differential....

June 22, 2025 · 2 min · 397 words · Bobby Anthony MD

SofM picked this shocking Summoner Spell in Spring, and now River too

SofM picked this shocking Summoner Spell in Spring, and now River too They don’t call themselves PSG Talon for nothing. After losing their first match toRoyal Never Give Up, PSG Talon were looking for a win on Day 2 of the Worlds 2021 Group Stage against Hanwha Life Esports. During the draft phase, Kim “River” Dong-woo locked in junglemeta pickTalon. But it wasn’t until we went in-game to see each player’s Summoner Spells when viewers realized that he wasn’t running the usual Smite-Flash or Smite-Ignite, but instead, Smite-Teleport....

June 22, 2025 · 2 min · 383 words · Amber Lutz

Step into the streets of Valorant Sunset, the LA-inspired map with a unique twist

See you in mid. Updated on August 27, 3:30 a.m. (GMT+8):Added Sunset reveal trailer. As Episode 7 Act 2 approaches, players will soon get to explore Valorant Sunset, Riot Games’ newest map set in Los Angeles, California. The map is adorned with staples of LA culture, such as a neon sunset, bustling food trucks, a traffic-filled highway, and graffiti murals showcasing the work of local artists. Sunset’s layout revolves around three lanes, a design recognizable to players familiar with Team Deathmatch gameplay....

June 22, 2025 · 3 min · 457 words · David Porter

Step-by-step guide on how to get to T1 Base Camp in Hongdae, Seoul

The ultimate gaming experience. Updated on November 19, 10 a.m. (GMT+8):Improved relevancy. In the heart ofSeoul’sbustling Hongik University district, known as Hongdae,T1established an impressive PC cafe with aspirations of becoming one of South Korea’s finest. Officially known as theT1 Base Camp, it’s a venue that beautifully combines the country’s vibrant gaming culture and formidable esports prowess. As one of the world’s leading esports organizations, T1 has etched its name in history by securing victory in the League of Legends World Championships in 2013, 2015, and 2016....

June 22, 2025 · 6 min · 1081 words · Stephanie Patterson

T1 Keria tests positive for COVID-19 — here’s the status of his teammates

T1 Keria tests positive for COVID-19 — here’s the status of his teammates Speedy recovery. Support player T1 Keriahastested positive for COVID-19, the highly contagious respiratory illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Following the diagnosis, Ryu “Keria” Min-seok will undergo quarantine and receive treatment at T1’s accommodations. The esports organization has reassured fans that the pro player will receive ample rest and necessary support for a speedy recovery. T1 Keria tests positive for COVID-19 — status of other T1 members revealed Due to Keria’s isolation, it has been confirmed that he will be unable to attend theLCK Awards 2023scheduled for December 13 in Gwangmyeong, where he is nominated for categories Support of the Year and Player of the Year....

June 22, 2025 · 2 min · 411 words · Daniel Mathis

TenZ says this controller agent is the closest thing to playing Jett

TenZ says this controller agent is the closest thing to playing Jett Always a player maker. Valorant superstarTyson “TenZ” Ngois renowned for his remarkable highlights, especially playing Jett. With Sentinels running a new lineup and agent comp however, TenZ has mainly played controller and initiator agents since Zachary “Zekken” Patrone took over the primary duelist role. Despite his team’s decision to part him with the flashy duelist, TenZ has found the perfect alternative — an agent he considers Jett’s counterpart in the controller role....

June 22, 2025 · 2 min · 369 words · Jeremy Bennett

The 3 best Gabe Newell openings at The International of all time

The 3 best Gabe Newell openings at The International of all time Which Gabe Newell opening is your favorite? Gabe Newell (called Gaben by the community) is the president of Valve. Gabe launched Steam in 2003, which is now the home to over 34,000 game titles since 2019. One of the biggest games on Steam is, of course, Dota 2. After acquiring Dota 2, Valve has had a yearly tournament calledThe International(TI)....

June 22, 2025 · 3 min · 565 words · Melinda Jones

TI9 Main Event Day 2 Lower Bracket results: Team Liquid eliminates TNC 2-0

TI9 Main Event Day 2 Lower Bracket results: Team Liquid eliminates TNC 2-0 TNC has been taken out of TI9 and will take home US$675,000 in prize money. Team Liquid had TNC figured out in their second encounter of the tournament, and sent the SEA representatives packing ???? Team Liquid’s lower bracket matchup match against TNC gave them the opportunity to avenge theirworst loss during the Group Stageof TI9. Liquid’s ace player Amer “Miracle” Al-Barkawi had struggled during their previous encounter where TNC won 2-0....

June 22, 2025 · 3 min · 486 words · Raymond Petty

Tier One cosplayers reminisce about their first cosplays and struggles during 2010s

Tier One cosplayers reminisce about their first cosplays and struggles during 2010s Only the OGs will understand. Everyone has to start somewhere. Before they became cosplay royalties in the scene,Tier One cosplayers Hakken, Shunsuke, and Knitestarted small with their very first cosplays. The three Tier One Entertainment cosplayers took a trip down memory lane to discuss their early days in the industry, as well as the first characters they have ever cosplayed during a live Q&A on Facebook on July 01, 2025....

June 22, 2025 · 2 min · 359 words · Brittany Brown

Top 5 games to show your support for Earth Day

Nature is home. Updated on April 21, 5:02 p.m. (GMT+8): Improved relevancy. Every year on April 22, people around the world come together to celebrate Earth Day, a day dedicated to promoting environmental protection and raising awareness about climate change. While many of the traditional Earth Day activities involve going outdoors and connecting with nature, there are also virtual ways to show your love for our planet, such as playing video games....

June 22, 2025 · 3 min · 592 words · Duane Morrison

Updated League of Legends Rift Herald lets you cosplay Johnson from Mobile Legends

Updated League of Legends Rift Herald lets you cosplay Johnson from Mobile Legends Pronouns: she/her You’re going to love the new and improved Rift Herald inLeague of Legendspreseason 2024. The existing Herald is a little underwhelming. We see it most utilized in pro play where teams choose to fight over it in the early to mid game before Baron spawns. Once the Eye of the Herald is obtained, the player who retrieves it gains empowered recall and the ability to summon the monster to push a lane....

June 22, 2025 · 2 min · 410 words · Samuel Russell

VCT EMEA Stage 2 Challengers playoffs: Schedule, results, teams, where to watch

VCT EMEA Stage 2 Challengers playoffs: Schedule, results, teams, where to watch The playoffs begin on June 17. The VCT EMEA Stage 2 Challengers playoffs are finally set to begin after five weeks of exhilaratinggroup stage matches. Six teams have advanced to the final phase of the tournament, where they will battle for one of the three spots atMasters Copenhagen. European squad Fnatic took the top seed in Group A with a perfect 5-0 record in the playoffs....

June 22, 2025 · 3 min · 453 words · Jessica Lee

Viego is basically the Ulquiorra of League of Legends

Viego is basically the Ulquiorra of League of Legends Learn more about his abilities and lore. The newestLeague of Legendschampion to join the cast is Viego, the Ruined King himself — from whom the item, Blade of the Ruined King, gets its name. Riot first introduced Viego as part of their story-driven,turn based RPG, Ruined King: A League of Legends Story, a brand new game set to be released this year....

June 22, 2025 · 4 min · 782 words · Gary Garcia