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Report: OG to sign MICHU

Bharat Kotwani
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Report: OG to sign MICHU

According to a report from Krystian Terpiński from eweszlo.pl, former Envy and Virtus.Pro player Michał “⁠MICHU⁠” Müller might join OG CSGO as their fifth player.

OG Esports might soon close in on MICHU, a now free agent who most recently played for Team Envy from Feb 2020 – December 2020, with the most notable tournaments being the FLASHPOINT Season 1 & 2. Prior to signing up for Envy, he played under the banner of Virtus Pro for nearly 2 years alongside Janusz ‘Snax’ Pogorzelski and co. Earlier In February, Envy decided to drop their CSGO division amidst the tough economic climate to handle a Counter Strike team, in NA.

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Michal would be filling in the void left by Issa “⁠ISSAA⁠” Murad on the roster with whom OG chose to mutually part ways, after the team’s unsatisfactory run at the ongoing ESL Pro League S13, with just two wins in the bag out of five alongside a trophy-less display since the team’s assembly in December 2019. Also, the team has had its highs and lows, where they placed third in the Cs_Summit 5 along with a plethora of top 3 finishes including the runner-up at FLASHPOINT Season 2.

If this deal goes through, OG CSGO would have:

  • Aleksi “Aleksib” Virolainen
  • Mateusz “mantuu” Wilczewski
  • Valdemar “valde” Vangså
  • Nikolaj “niko” Kristensen
  • Michał “MICHU” Müller
  • Casper “ruggah” Due (Head Coach)

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Official: Fnatic releases its Indian PUBG Mobile Roster

Divyesh Moghe
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Official: Fnatic releases its Indian PUBG Mobile Roster

Fnatic India has officially stated that the organization is not shutting down its operations in India. The announcement also states that their entire PUBG Mobile roster has been released but Fnatic will still look to expand its presence in India.

Talkesport exclusively reported about Fnatic shutting down their operations in India and the PUBG Mobile coach Aurum denied these claims and stated that an official release will be made very soon. Fnatic India has finally made an announcement regarding their plans for the future. It is stated as follows:

Image Credits: Fnatic India

Fnatic entered India by signing their first mobile gaming roster to compete in PUBG Mobile Esports. This star-studded roster underwent many changes and after attaining consistency in their results, they were looking for a good performance in the next season of PUBG Mobile esports but unfortunately, the game was banned in India in September.

PUBG Mobile ban affected a large community in India and some of the professional teams and players had to make tough decisions. After six months, Fnatic is also exiting competitive PUBG Mobile temporarily but the statement also clarifies that they might hire another roster if PUBG Mobile returns in India.

Fnatic will still continue its operations in India and has stated that the organization is looking to expand in India through new partnerships and titles. Looking at their mobile gaming venture in India, Fnatic India might hire a new roster in mobile esports titles like Free Fire, Call of Duty: Mobile, or League of Legends: Wild Rift; when it is released.

Dream blasts “horrible” fans for their reaction on #CancelDreamStans

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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Dream blasts “horrible” fans for their reaction on #CancelDreamStans

Dream has called out a group of his fans who popularized the #CancelDreamStans trend on social media after the streamer was accused of sending a death threat to streamers who aren’t fond of him.

The Minecraft streamer has been a part of multiple controversies at this point however the recent accusations that surfaced are far bizarre than anything he has been accused of so far. According to the accusations, Dream has been sending death threats to other content creators who don’t approve of his content.

Dream has publicly defended himself as well as the fans who the community claim to be toxic while singling out a particular group of his fans who he claimed to “horrible”. “The dox thing is horrible, and nobody should ever do that,” he said. “Everybody who does that knows that what they’re doing is horrible and wrong,” Dream added.

“Well, of course [I denounce them]. The thing is, my stans obviously do the same thing and report accounts that do things like that, and anybody who posts things like that will get shunned out of the community. I don’t consider them a part of the community.” said Kaceytron.

The accusation is yet to settled and awaiting a conclusion from either party. Dream has naturally defended himself and his stans but the accusers stand firm on their statement against Dream.

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MLBB developers Moonton acquired by Tiktok parent Bytedance for $4 billion

Divyesh Moghe
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MLBB developers Moonton acquired by Tiktok parent Bytedance for $4 billion

The gaming unit of Bytedance named Nuverse has reportedly acquired Shanghai-based gaming studio Moonton. Moonton are the developers of the famous MOBA title, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang. Bytedance are the owners of Tiktok and this move is said to expand their venture into the video game business.

According to a report by Reuters, Nuverse has acquired Moonton in a deal of around $4 billion. The intricacies of this deal are not publicly disclosed but it does state that Moonton will be operating independently even after the acquisition.

Mobile Legends is a popular mobile game with a thriving esports scene and player base in Southeast Asia. It has been one of the oldest titles to exist in the market and even after the launch of LOL: Wild Rift, MLBB is still a favorite for many. This acquisition might not change any developments surrounding the game and its in-game heroes.

The report also states that Tencent was bidding to acquire Moonton but the amount was matched by Bytedance and the latter’s offer was ultimately accepted. This puts Bytedance in competition with Tencent against their own MOBA titles like Honor of Kings and Tencent-owned Riot Games’ Wild Rift.

This acquisition is a big step for Tiktok owners to step into the mobile gaming market and it will be interesting to see how this move works out for Bytedance.

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Realme Narzo 30A Launch: iPhones used to showcase Game Steaming Performance during Bangladesh Launch

Divyesh Moghe
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Realme Narzo 30A Launch: iPhones used to showcase Game Steaming Performance during Bangladesh Launch

Realme were caught in an embarrassing mishap during the launch of their new smartphone in Bangladesh. The company was launching their latest device named Narzo 30A and during the gaming test of this mobile, they were caught using iPhones on the stage instead of their own devices.

Realme is a Chinese smartphone manufacturer and during the launch event of Narzo 30A in Bangladesh, they were demonstrating the Game Streaming feature of their new device. The company was streaming PUBG Mobile on devices that they claimed to be Narzo 30A but a small notification pop-up on one of the devices revealed that it was an iPhone.

Three people were streaming the game during the event and while showcasing the gameplay, one of the players switched on the “Guided Access” feature available exclusively on the iPhone devices. This was first reported by MySmartPrice and as a result, the event video was taken down from YouTube.

The Guided Access feature is a special feature for iPhones where players can enable it to stop unnecessary gestures and touch misinterpretations. The pop-up clearly showed that the Guided Access feature was used and this meant that players were using an iPhone rather than Realme Nazra 30A.

This mistake has certainly created a bad impression for the company. It indicates a certain level of misdirection regarding the capabilities of their new phone and has tainted their name. The company has not officially addressed this issue yet.

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Buy The Best Gaming Laptop; Acer, Alienware or ASUS?

Iain Fenton
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Buy The Best Gaming Laptop; Acer, Alienware or ASUS?

Gaming laptops have come a long way since their first appearance. First laptop models specifically designed for gaming didn’t offer much and were quite overpriced. They could run titles popular at the time, but after only a year, they would become obsolete. If you’re looking for the best gaming laptop, you could spend days researching before you find one that suits you. Although you can’t go wrong with Alienware, many other models are also great for gaming and might interest you.

Specs That Define a Good Gaming Laptop 

Nowadays, most gaming laptops have top-notch specs and can run the most recent games with ease. More importantly, it seems that the performance gap between newer models has become smaller as well. However, when it comes to specs, there are some things to keep in mind when aiming for the best gaming model. Here’s a checklist to help you spot a great gaming laptop at a glance:

  •  Amount of RAM
  •  Display quality 
  •  Cooling system
  •  Battery life
  •  CPU and GPU model

We took these features in mind when setting the criteria for our top gaming laptops list for 2021.

Alienware m17 R4 

In terms of raw power, the latest model from Dell’s computer hardware subsidiary has no match. It provides smooth gameplay on the highest settings without breaking a sweat. As with every Alienware model, you’ll feel privileged to play the latest titles, seemingly multitask, and experience gaming to the fullest. With the king of mobile graphics, the incredible RTX 3080, you’ll get the highest frame rate and jaw-dropping visuals.

Pros:

  • Best mobile GPU on the market
  • Impressive refresh rate
  • Customizable keyboard lighting

Cons:

  • Low Battery life
  • Not very affordable 

ASUS ROG G15 

This absolute beast of a gaming laptop offers even better specs than its predecessor and has an overall excellent price/quality ratio. Many thought that Asus couldn’t go further with performance than G14, but the gaming community and tech experts were once again proved wrong. With AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS, you’ll be able to run any fast-paced game without losing a frame at the highest settings. 

Next to superb specs, they’ve added a 164 Hz panel at 1440p for an immersive gaming experience along with pretty solid speakers. Anyone who’s been using laptops knows that the sound isn’t the best feature even with the top-of-the-line models. However, this one is different in every way than any ASUS gaming laptop we’ve seen before.

Pros:

  • Superb CPU and GPU performance 
  • 2K resolution and pretty good refresh rate
  • Great battery life

Cons:

  • A bigger display wouldn’t hurt
  • GPU is quite loud when in full throttle

Acer Predator Triton 

The Predator is, without a doubt, Acer’s most prized gaming laptop series in general. It doesn’t feature the flashiest GPU performance, but it’s still pretty great for gaming. With Intel Core i7-8750H CPU and Nvidia RTX 2060/2080 GPU, it still ranks pretty well on our gaming laptop list.

What it lacks in performance, Predator Triton definitely makes up in design. If you love online gaming but have a habit of multitasking by killing time with Aristocrat top casinos between matches, this is a great model for you. With its thin and light structure and impressive mix of power and graphic performance, it’s a model worthy of calling your own.

Pros:

  • Slim design
  • Great overall performance
  • Affordable price

Cons:

  • Fans are quite loud
  • Poor cooling system

Game On! 

Great gaming laptops aren’t hard to find if you know where to look. We hope our list helped you pick the right one and get the best price/quality ratio out of your gaming laptop. Since a flawed cooling system seems to be the everlasting problem with gaming laptops, be sure to get a decent cooling pad when picking your ideal portable gaming station!

Esports Scholarships In These Top Universities Is Active

Ngugen Tshoma
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Esports Scholarships In These Top Universities Is Active

Esports & gaming is one of the fastest growing industries in the world. From computers to mobile phones, everywhere you’ll find people related to gaming and esports on different platforms. With this, comes an opportunity for the upcoming generations. Esports scholarships are now a thing. That’s correct!

Traditional sports and esports are no different, infact, esports have wider audience potential as they’re virtual. From wearing jerseys to having fan meetups, esports have paved its way to level up with sports in general. Alike football quotas and scholarships, esports scholarships are active everywhere across the world. Some universities and highschools are even offering courses on esports.

Esports Scholarships In Top Universities

In the United States alone, there are dozens of Universities and Colleges which offers scholarships upto $25,000. And across the globe, there are hundreds of Football & traditional sports club which are offering Esports scholarships quota & training centers. A list compiled by LineUps.com talks about the top esports scholarships in universities.

Arcadia UniversityGlenside, PennsylvaniaLeague of Legends
Hearthstone
Overwatch
Rocket League		$25,000
Robert Morris UniversityChicago, IllinoisSuper Smash Brothers
CS:GO
Overwatch
League of Legends
Rocket League		$19,000
Valparaiso UniversityValparaiso, IndianaLeague of Legends$4,500 – $14,000
Ohio State UniversityColumbus, OhioOverwatch
League of Legends		$3,000 – $12,000
Bellevue UniversityBellevue, NebraskaLeague of Legends
Overwatch
Hearthstone		$1,000 – $11,000
Concordia University – St. PaulSt. Paul, MinnesotaLeague of Legends
Overwatch
NBA 2K
Rocket League
Hearthstone		$9,000
Full Sail UniversityWinter Park, FloridaOverwatch
Madden
League of Legends
Hearthstone
Fortnite
Dragonball FighterZ
Rocket League
Super Smash Brothers
SMITE
Player Unkown’s Battlegrounds		$2,000 – $8,000
University of Texas at DallasRichardson, TexasLeague of Legends
Overwatch		$2,000 – $6,000
Hawaii Pacific UniversityHonolulu, HawaiiLeague of Legends
Dota 2
CS:GO
Super Smash Bros: Melee
Overwatch
Heroes of the Storm		$1,000 – $6,000
University of California – IrvineIrvine, CaliforniaLeague of Legends
Overwatch		$1,000 – $6,000

The list will only grow with the awareness about esports reaching newer heights. After 2020’s horrendous pandemic and lockdown experiences, people will now realize the true worth of online gaming and electronic sports championships.

Kinguin partners with CSGO Pro Maikelele

David Wojnicki
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Kinguin partners with CSGO Pro Maikelele

Kinguin is excited to announce its partnership with CS:GO pro Maikel “Maikelele” Bill and his new community website-based platform Plearn, where gamers can join events and compete in a variety of challenges to win prizes.

Maikelele and Kinguin have a long-standing friendship, stemming from the days Maikelele played under the Team Kinguin banner, winning Gaming Paradise 2015 and placing in the top 8 at the ESL One Cologne 2015 Major.

Now Kinguin and Maikelele are joining forces in a community-driven partnership for Maikelele’s platform, Plearn, where Kinguin will be providing prizes for challenge winners and participants. Kinguin is a long-time supporter of the CS: GO scene and this partnership is a natural next step for the company to strengthen its bond with the community.

Plearn will host weekly Kinguin-branded challenges where top winners will be granted Kinguin gift cards, while a number of participants will receive exclusive Kinguin discount codes. Furthermore, CS: GO related products available at Kinguin.net will be promoted on Plearn.gg and affiliated sites in the form of affiliate links.

The first Kinguin-branded event will begin this Thursday, March 25 with Maikelele himself live streaming the challenges together with some Plearn members. The live stream will begin at 18:00 CET over at www.twitch.tv/maikelele. 

Maikel “Maikelele” Bill, Plearn Founder said, “I am thrilled to be partnering with Kinguin, a company I share fond memories of, going back to my professional CS: GO career. Without the support of the community, I wouldn’t be where I am today – this is my way of giving back. Plearn is a passion project aimed at motivating players to bring their game to a whole new level while also having the chance to win great prizes. Given my history with Kinguin, and their continuous involvement and support of the CS: GO scene, they are the perfect partner for Plearn.”

Viktor Romaniuk Wanli, Kinguin Founder, and CEO said, “We are beyond excited to be partnering with a great platform led by such a great player and friend. CS: GO is a much-loved game and we have always cherished its community so it is important to Kinguin to play a part in bringing this project to life. We are looking forward to helping grow a platform that puts fun and players first.”

Currently focused on CS: GO, Plearn plans to expand into more PC and console games in the future, making it possible for players of all kinds to play and earn with Plearn. 

Microsoft Sets Aside $10bn For Discord Acquisition

Iain Fenton
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Microsoft Sets Aside $10bn For Discord Acquisition

Microsoft is in conversations with Discord to procure the talk programming for more than $10 billion, as per an online report.

Xbox boss Phil Spencer is purportedly investigating the possible arrangement with a gaming-centered stage. The American chat application has contacted likely purchasers and has likewise had conversations with Amazon and Epic Games before.

Notwithstanding, a few sources have disclosed to Bloomberg that Discord is probably going to open up to the world on the off chance that it doesn’t get a satisfactory offer.

Discord has reached out to potential buyers and Microsoft is one of them, the report said, citing people familiar with the matter, while one of them said it was more likely to go public than sell itself.

San Francisco-based Discord is most popular for its free help that allows gamers to convey by video, voice and text, and individuals stuck at home during the pandemic have progressively utilized its innovation for study gatherings, dance classes, book clubs, and other virtual social affairs.

Coach Slots Might Be Coming to Valorant in the Next Update

Sonu Banerjee
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Coach Slots Might Be Coming to Valorant in the Next Update

In the past, we have often seen Riot Games taking their fans’ feedback into consideration while implementing new updates to their tactical shooter Valorant. While they have focused on refining their ranking system and the overall competitive atmosphere of their title, the demands of a portion of the player base to implement a coaching system in Valorant seemed to have gone unnoticed.

In February 2021, when NRG coach Chet “Chet” Singh recommended a bunch of changes for Valorant, Riot dev Riley Yurk had confirmed that coach slots were already in the works. 

Recently, popular Valorant dataminer ‘ValorLeaks’ had revealed on Twitter that coach slots might be coming to Valorant in the upcoming update, which is expected to go live next week. He further revealed that each team will likely have multiple coach slots. 

While coach slots may not have a significant impact in the lower ranks, they will certainly lay a positive impact on the professional scene of the shooter. For the unaware, coach slots will enable coaches to spectate games live in the first-person perspective of their respective teams. 

Riot Games has not confirmed the date of coach slots arriving to Valorant as of yet.

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