Gamer’s Paradise Episode 14 recap: What is the best console franchise?

Gamer’s Paradise Episode 14 recap: What is the best console franchise? What’s it for you? Consoles like the PlayStation helped spawn games that an entire generation of gamers grew up on. From the Final Fantasy franchise to God of War, console titles have told rich stories of adventures in fantastical lands. This week’s episode of Gamer’s Paradise put content creator Aya Ezmaria and caster PochSpice in the hot seat to answer a question that is sure to divide the masses: What is the best console franchise?...

May 19, 2025 · 2 min · 384 words · Shawn Edwards

Here’s an actual idol cosplaying an anime idol from Oshi no Ko

The genius child actor who licks baking soda. Updated on March 21, 3:13 p.m. (GMT+8): Improved relevancy. Have you witnessed a real-life idol bringing a fictional character to life? Just wait until you see Akase Akari’s stunning Kana cosplay from Oshi no Ko. Theidol anime Oshi no Kointroduces a captivating array of female characters, each with their distinct personalities and talents. Among the noteworthy cast members, Kana Arima and Akane Kurokawa, both up-and-coming actresses, stand out as the most beloved supporting characters in the series....

May 19, 2025 · 2 min · 421 words · Ronald Brown

How do you rebrand an esports league? A behind-the-scenes look at the LPL

How do you rebrand an esports league? A behind-the-scenes look at the LPL “Design is the silent ambassador of your brand.” No matter which game title you follow, each newesportsseason usually heralds a rebranding. New color palettes, new theme songs, and of course, new faces on the scene collectively keeps things fresh for viewers. In the thick of competition this year, China’s League of Legends Pro League (LPL) did something out of the ordinary — they chose to rebrand just before the 2021 Summer Playoffs started....

May 19, 2025 · 3 min · 629 words · Annette Fox

How to fix VAC unable to verify game session in CS2

How to fix VAC unable to verify game session in CS2 Hopefully this helps! If you’ve been trying to play the Counter-Strike 2 beta or even Counter-Strike: Global Offensive or other Steam games, you may have been experiencing a rather annoying error. While not 100% confirmed, it appears to be happening most frequently afterupdatesgo live. The VAC unable to verify game session error has been plaguing many players trying to enjoy their game time recently, and we’re here to help you fix it....

May 19, 2025 · 3 min · 471 words · James Day

How to watch Riot’s European Valorant First Strike tournaments

How to watch Riot’s European Valorant First Strike tournaments Check out the full First Strike schedule here. Riot Games’ First Strike series has finally made its way to the immensely competitive European region. To make sure you don’t miss any of the action, Riot has shared a watch guide showing where and when fans can catch the Valorant action, along with who to watch out for in the tournaments. The Valorant First Strike: Europe playoffs will be broadcast live through Riot’s officialValorant EU Twitch channelandValorant EU YouTube channel....

May 19, 2025 · 2 min · 367 words · Tanya Taylor

ICYMI: Ppd retires from professional Dota, Apex Legends pros win the ESPN Valorant Invitational and more

In this week’s In Case You Missed It: Ppd retires from professional Dota Ninjas in Pyjamas captain and The International 2015 champion Peter “ppd” Dagerhas announced his retirement from competitive Dota 2, citing a need to focus on his “personal growth rather than competition versus others.” “Today I find myself focused on personal growth rather than competition versus others and because of that I feel like I have lost the grit and ambition necessary for myself to be the competitor I’m comfortable being,” said ppd in astatement....

May 19, 2025 · 3 min · 463 words · Robert Mills

Is Killuash hinting at a possible return to pro play with Nexplay EVOS?

Is Killuash hinting at a possible return to pro play with Nexplay EVOS? HYPE! AfterBlacklist International took the crown last SundayatMobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional LeaguePhilippines Season 8, MPL PH two-time champion and former Aura PH star Ashley Marco “Killuash” Cruz tweeted his congratulations to the back-to-back champions. A closer look at his Twitter account reveals that he might very well return to the competitive scene soon, this time with Nexplay EVOS....

May 19, 2025 · 2 min · 362 words · Cody Jones

Jackson Wang reveals his favorite League of Legends champion from Arcane

Both of them would drive it like they stole it. Updated on July 26, 12:51 p.m. (GMT+8): Improved relevancy. Worlds is an annual League of Legends esports tournament organized by Riot Games that brings together the best pro teams to compete for the title of world champion. During theWorlds 2022Media Day, on-site press got the chance to speak with two of the biggest musicians gracing the stage during the finals: Jackson Wang and Lil Nas X....

May 19, 2025 · 3 min · 573 words · Mr. Steven Lewis

KarlTzy spent ₱100,000 on a game that’s not Mobile Legends — and he’s so good, he could even go pro

KarlTzy spent ₱100,000 on a game that’s not Mobile Legends — and he’s so good, he could even go pro Money well-spent. Renowned two-time M-Series champion and ECHO jungler Karl “KarlTzy” Nepomuceno is not only dominating the mobile gaming scene but also making significant strides in the FPS world. KarlTzy’s accolades in the MLBB scene, which includes numerous championships and awards, have earned him a place in the MPL PH Hall of Legends....

May 19, 2025 · 2 min · 422 words · Sabrina Spencer

Karmine Corp ScreaM on the pro Valorant meta: ‘I think duelists are overrated’

Karmine Corp ScreaM on the pro Valorant meta: ‘I think duelists are overrated’ No duelists, no problems. French esports team Karmine Corp had a successful international debut, defeating Chinese squad FunPlus Phoenix 2-1 on the second day of VCT Lock In. After the team’s hard-fought victory,Adil “ScreaM” Benrlitomexplained in the post-game press conference how his team has a different approach to the Valorant meta. Duelists aren’t the most useful agent class in pro play compared to other Valorant agents, according to KC’s star player....

May 19, 2025 · 2 min · 414 words · Steven Bradley

NBA stars turn to video game streaming while the season is suspended

NBA stars turn to video game streaming while the season is suspended Your next Call of Duty: Warzone game could include Devin Booker! Due to the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak, the NBA hassuspended the regular season for at least the next 30 days. Since they’re not playing games on the court, many NBA stars have decided to take their talents to the gaming world. Devin Booker — Phoenix Suns Warning: strong language...

May 19, 2025 · 3 min · 502 words · Curtis Farrell

Netflix’s Avatar live action ending explained: What happened in episode 8 ‘Legends’?

Netflix’s Avatar live action ending explained: What happened in episode 8 ‘Legends’? The journey is far from over. Avatar: The Last Airbender, thelive action remakeof the series, is on Netflix. The streaming platform released alleight episodesof Season 1 in one go, with each episode lasting approximately one hour. If you’ve reached the Avatar live action ending, you may find yourself filled with questions. Where will Aang (Gordon Cormier) and the rest of the squad head next?...

May 19, 2025 · 4 min · 721 words · Wyatt Sandoval

ONE Esports Partners with foodpanda to Create Esports Docuseries: Heroes of the Game

ONE Esports Partners with foodpanda to Create Esports Docuseries: Heroes of the Game ONE Esports and foodpanda unveil new docuseries spotlighting the emotional journey of participating teams during the ONE Esports Dota 2 Singapore Major ONE Esports, a subsidiary of Group ONE Holdings (ONE), has entered a partnership with online food and grocery delivery platform foodpanda to create a new multi-part docuseries about the ONE Esports Dota 2 Singapore Major held in March this year....

May 19, 2025 · 3 min · 549 words · Max Young