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PaiN Gaming Signs Vsm and Piriajr

Aritra Patra
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PaiN Gaming Signs Vsm and Piriajr

PaiN Gaming has locked in Vinicius “vsm” Moreira and Guilherme “piriajr” Barbosa for their Counter-Strike 2 squad. The high-octane duo benches David “dav1deuS” Maldonado and Franco “dgt” Garcia to reserves.

Vsm previously played for Flamengo and Vivo Keyd Stars. The 26-year-old CS2 pro dominated GamersClub Série A (three titles) and hit the CBCS Masters Xeque Mate final.

Piriajr is the 23-year-old damage machine from Fluxo/Bounty Hunters. ESL Challenger League S49 and CCT S2 Series 8 victory and BLAST.tv Austin Major Stage 1, prove his big-stage mettle.

PaiN Gaming Current Team:

  • piriajr
  • Snow
  • nqz
  • biguzera
  • vsm
  • Coach: rikz
  • Bench: dav1deuS, dgt

PaiN bets big on these Brazilian stars to crack tier-1 ceilings, blending vsm‘s precision with piriajr‘s firepower. Kraków could crown Brazil’s next CS2 dynasty.

Arc Raiders Overhauls Anti-Cheat to Combat Cheaters

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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Arc Raiders Overhauls Anti-Cheat to Combat Cheaters

Arc Raiders is set to get a massive Anti-Cheat overhaul, as confirmed by the developers Embark Studios, to address the explosive growth of cheaters in the game. First impressions suggested that the developers are focusing on stringent detection tools, harsher penalties, and an updated ruleset to give players a fair matchmaking environment for the popular PvP extraction shooter.

Arc Raiders became a global sensation right from its release, given that it brings excellent graphics, a refreshing game mode, and a highly optimised and enjoyable gaming experience for players. The community has responded to the efforts of the developers, given that the game has consistently ranked highly on the Steam chart, topping it at several instances. Over the coming weeks, Embark plans to systematically roll out changes, after which they expect the game to become fairer than it is now.

New Anti-Cheat Ruleset & Detection Tools

Embark’s plans to tackle the rising problem of cheaters in ARC Raiders will include three areas where they plan to make radical changes.

  • Stronger cheat detection systems that identify and remove cheaters more reliably.
  • Client-side patches to address the underlying exploits that players use to get an unfair advantage.
  • Improved enforcement that increases the stringency of punishments to discourage cheating and exploitation.

Given the rise in complaints from notable voices of the community, Embark has wasted no time in addressing the concerns and has been very transparent about rolling out updates to tackle the cheating problem at scale.

Goes without saying that cheating is a common problem among all multiplayer games, and it was only a matter of time before ARC Raiders faced the same fate, but unlike many titles, the developers have openly admitted and revealed their plan to tackle it and therefore won the trust of the gaming community.

Gen.G Enters the Fortnite Competitive Scene

Aritra Patra
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Gen.G Enters the Fortnite Competitive Scene

In a strategic move to diversify its competition arsenal, the world’s leading esports powerhouse, Gen.G, has just announced that it will venture for the first time into organized Fortnite competition. This announcement from such a major esports giant is significant, as the 2026 Fortnite Championship Series (FNCS) is not far off.

The timing of Gen.G’s entry could not be more perfect, given the resurgence of Duos in the FNCS in 2026, which has resulted in a lot of excitement in the competitive scene, as they have been playing in Trios for years. Epic’s makeover brings with it a prize pool of more than $10 million for the whole season, including hosting four LAN events, a major jump from what has been offered in the last seasons. This makes Gen.G’s addition to the competitive scene a clear indicator of faith in its future.

It’s not a completely new Fortnite foray by Gen.G. The organization fielded notable rosters, including an all-female squad, earlier as a way of showing early commitment to diversity within competitive gaming. Combine this multi-title track record with its institutional expertise in developing players through the Gen.G Global Academy, known as GGA, and this organization is well-placed to develop championship-caliber talent. Until relatively recently, the genetics of inherited cancer susceptibility has only been understood at a qualitative level.

With competitive Fortnite embarking on perhaps its most ambitious season to date, the expansion of Gen.G reflects broader industry trends as major organizations increasingly recognize the staying power and commercial viability of the game. It enters an increasingly competitive field of elite teams preparing for the FNCS Trial commencing on January 31st, the crucial qualification event that will decide initial division seeding for the entire competitive calendar.

The 2026 FNCS season, unfolding across multiple regions and formats, will undoubtedly be influenced by the participation of Gen.G from top competitive dynamics through to the conversation centered on esports organizations making strategic investments in battle royale titles.

12-Year-Old Japanese Gamer Plans to Quit School to Go Pro in Esports, Parents Say Yes

COD Mobile Season 1 2026 Release Date Revealed

Aritra Patra
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COD Mobile Season 1 2026 Release Date Revealed

Activision is starting the year 2026 off right with a spine-tingling new chapter for Call of Duty Mobile as Season 1, Frozen Abyss, launches on January 14 at 4 PM PT (January 15, 5:30 AM IST for Indian players). The arctic-themed season promises sizeable content updates that are geared toward capturing the attention of players with fresh cosmetics, weapons, and gameplay additions.

The real star of the show this season is the addition of Codename: Lazarus — Cosmic Wrath. It is a hard-hitting new Mythic Operator who rises from the dead with a truly demonic aesthetic that perfectly matches the dark, icy tones of this season’s narrative. This Mythic character leads off what promises to be one of the most content-heavy seasonal launches the franchise has seen yet, rounded out by the return of the Grim Ending Mythic Draw.

Equipment-wise, there is a great deal to look forward to in terms of new additions to the arsenal. This is in the form of the LC10 SMG, which is an extremely fast-firing and low-recoiling submachine gun that looks to shake up the landscape in competitive play. Joining this new addition to the equipment list is also the Inflatable Decoy Grenade.

There is an ongoing Street Fighter collab with Part 2 and new events set to happen that will bring sports-style mini-events and Secret Cache Catch-Up events that feature winter themes and take advantage of the crossover with Street Fighter, with Ryu’s trademark gloves being part of the free melee weapon reward.

More seasonal events include the Four Horsemen skins with the Death themed Artery Operator Skin and the “Eternal Grasp” blueprint, in addition to the Battle Passes from 2021 and 2024.

BGMI Redeem Codes Today (9 January 2026): Unlock Exciting Rewards

Aditya Parsutkar
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BGMI Redeem Codes Today (9 January 2026): Unlock Exciting Rewards

KRAFTON India has released a new set of BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA, aka BGMI redeem codes, allowing players to unlock the Tender Gift Stun Grenade. As part of BGMI’s ongoing daily reward initiative, the limited-time drop offers players another exclusive item designed to enhance gameplay while keeping daily engagement high. Check out the BGMI redeem code below.

BGMI Redeem Codes Today

Redeem codes are valid until 28th February 2026 and can be redeemed only on BGMI’s official website.

Redeem Codes:

  • HPZCZWG6BS9JD7EW
  • HPZDZ76JHQFKBRFH
  • HPZEZAN4P6XTGVAE
  • HPZFZSG567RF5JEC
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Steps to redeem

Players can follow these simple steps to claim their rewards:

  • Step 1: Go to the Redeem section on BGMI’s official website www.battlegroundsmobileindia.com/redeem
  • Step 2: Enter your Character ID
  • Step 3: Enter the Redemption Code
  • Step 4: Enter the verification/ Captcha code → A message will confirm “Code redeemed successfully”
  • Step 5: The reward will be delivered via in-game mail

Rules to Remember:

  • A maximum of 10 users can redeem each code on a first-come first served basis
  • A user cannot redeem a code twice
  • Users must claim their rewards via in-game mail within 7 days or the mail will expire
  • If a player is among the first 10 users to redeem the code, a message will confirm “Code redeemed successfully”. Otherwise, users will see “Code expired” or a similar message
  • Each user account can redeem only one code per day
  • Redeem codes cannot be used via guest accounts
  • Rewards must be claimed within 30 days from receiving the in-game mail
    For the latest updates, follow BGMI’s official YouTube, Instagram and Facebook pages.

What Are BGMI Redeem Codes?

BGMI redeem codes are special codes that give you free rewards in the game. KRAFTON shares these codes, and you can use them to get free skins, outfits, gun upgrades and other items. You don’t need to spend any money. You just enter the code on the BGMI redeem website, and the reward comes to your in-game mail. It is an easy and free way to get new items in BGMI.

12-Year-Old Japanese Gamer Plans to Quit School to Go Pro in Esports, Parents Say Yes

Sonu Banerjee
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12-Year-Old Japanese Gamer Plans to Quit School to Go Pro in Esports, Parents Say Yes

A 12-year-old Japanese gamer’s decision to walk away from school and pursue a professional esports career has sparked heated debates across the world, but his parents are ready to back him up.

Japanese prodigy Tarou has been gaming since he was three years old, as stated by his family, and has garnered over 232,000 subscribers since creating a YouTube channel in 2020 due to his exceptional gaming skills.

In a recent X post, Tarou announced his plans not to pursue formal education after finishing elementary school. He also stated that he intends to invest more time and energy in esports, with hopes of competing in major events like the Fortnite World Cup.

“After graduating from elementary school, I decided not to attend junior high school,” a rough translation of the post reads. “This is the result of discussions over the course of a year with my family and school, in order to create a lifestyle where I can seriously pursue both competitive Fortnite and YouTube while ensuring sufficient time for sleep, exercise, and studying.”

In an interview with NEWS Post Seven, Tarou’s father made it clear he fully supports the decision, explaining that a conventional school routine would prevent Tarou from maintaining a professional training regimen.

Tarou’s parents further said they were confident in his potential to reach the highest level of competitive play, while citing his ability to outplay even veteran players.

However, the community’s reaction to Tarou’s plans to quit school for gaming has been rather mixed. While some wholeheartedly supported his decision to pursue his passion, others were a bit critical, claiming that spending the “most fun years” playing video games might be a “waste.”

Needless to say, the global spotlight will remain firmly on Tarou for years to come as his esports journey unfolds, for better or worse.

Fortnite x South Park Leaks: Release Date, Skins, Mythics & New Quints Mode Explained

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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Fortnite x South Park Leaks: Release Date, Skins, Mythics & New Quints Mode Explained

Fortnite X South Park crossover event is set to hit the servers on January 9, 2026, and the leaks have got the fans buzzing about the update. The iconic animated comedy show has gained fans around the world across all age groups, and for Epic Games to bring a collaboration like this unexpectedly has got the community riled up.

Several sources and insiders have suggested that the Fortnite x South Park collab will bring popular characters from the show to the game and blend them with the mechanics for Fortnite to have a seamless crossover, making the Battle Royale experience all the more enjoyable. In typical Epic fashion, the key details of the update are still missing, but thanks to the data miners, we have gotten our hands on a few interesting points.

Fortnite X South Park Release Date & Timing

The Fortnite X South Park crossover is officially set to release on January 9, 2026, as a part of Fortnite’s v39.20 patch and will ensure that the new year begins with a bang for Fortnite players.

Leaked Skins & Character Lineup

The leaks and early footage suggest that key South Park characters will be making it to the game and will be put into mech-style outfits to fit into Fortnite’s 3D world. The following are the characters cited to come to the game:

  • Eric “Cartman”
  • Stan Marsh
  • Kyle Broflovski
  • Kenny McCormick
  • Butters (Professor Chaos)

New Game Mode: Fortnite Quints

The leak that has thrown a spanner in the works is Fortnite Quints. Fortnite, being a game that was hell-bent on establishing the Battle Royale game mode for decades now, will be introducing Fortnite Quints, a 5v5 game mode like conventional FPSs like CS2 and Valorant, which begs the question if Epic wants to expand the horizons of Fortnite esports.

All of the aforementioned updates will be complemented by minor additions of game elements. If everything from the leaks comes true, this will be a collab to remember for Fortnite players, especially those who are fans of South Park.

GTA VI Insider Warns of Another Delay

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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GTA VI Insider Warns of Another Delay

Jason Schreier of Bloomberg, a highly credible source for GTA VI insider information, has hinted at the possibility of another delay in the game’s release. With the last confirmed launch date pointing to a release 11 months from now, reports suggest that there is more work to be done than can be accomplished within the given timeline.

Schreier has revealed in the Button Mash podcast that his dialogue with individuals within Rockstar and close to the GTA VI project suggests that the game is far from complete, with the developers actively working on adding features and finalising missions, which puts the current release date in question, which puts the current release date in question, as no one within Rockstar can confirm it.

“The last I heard, it was still not content complete,” Schreier said. “People are still finishing things up, finalizing levels, missions, seeing what’s going to make it into the game.

“They are still making stuff and will hopefully be done with that soon and have a whole bunch of time for fixing bugs,” he added.

With the game already being delayed twice at this point and the release date being pushed as far as one year from the initial date has greatly impacted the morale of the fans who sit in anticipation of what could be one of the defining moments in the history of gaming.

Rockstar has neither accepted nor denied the claims of the veteran reporter, and given how he suggests the game is in the development phase and is yet to enter the final polishing, bug-fixing, and testing phase, give more than enough reasons for fans to worry about another delay, which might see the game pushed as far back as 2027.

With all the turmoil within Rockstar, including layoffs, restructuring, and more, the company’s reputation as well as its future hangs largely on the success of GTA VI, which can see the company either rack up billions in profits or turn into a sinking ship. Having such high stakes, Rockstar would be wary of releasing an unpolished game and, therefore, making another delay highly probable.

Marvel Rivals January 8 Patch Adds New Skins for Phoenix and Adam Warlock

Sonu Banerjee
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Marvel Rivals January 8 Patch Adds New Skins for Phoenix and Adam Warlock

NetEase has shipped out a new update to Marvel Rivals on January 8, 2026, introducing a couple of brand-new cosmetics for Phoenix and Adam Warlock in the item shop alongside a series of other changes.

The latest Marvel Rivals update isn’t exactly a big one, but it does add some much-needed bug fixes to the hero shooter alongside the aforementioned skins, including a prominent bug with the Lady Loki skin where her ultimate transformation would show the default Loki avatar in combat stats. There’s also a quality-of-life improvement to the Pym-ini sandwiches for players who like to hang out in Times Square.

Without further ado, let’s take a look at everything you need to know about the Marvel Rivals January 8 update.

Marvel Rivals January 8 Patch Notes Revealed

NetEase has already shed light on the detailed patch notes for the January 8 Marvel Rivals update. Here’s a list of all the changes as revealed by the devs:

Pym-ini Sandwich Upgrade

Hungry for some hero fuel? This week, Pym’s Test Kitchen has upgraded its food truck and Pym-ini Sandwiches:

1. Food Truck Cooldown Reduced: We’ve super-charged Ultron-1’s code to crank out those sandwiches even faster (he seems happy about it). The Pym Test Kitchen food truck now refreshes every 30 minutes!
2. Visual Feast: Most of the visual effect issues from consuming Pym-ini Sandwiches have been polished and fixed. Your ups and downs now look extra epic.

New In Store

1. Phoenix – Ice Phoenix Bundle
2. Adam Warlock – Cosmic Warlock Bundle
3. Phoenix – Ice Phoenix Ultimate Ability VFX
Available From: January 9th, 2026, at 02:00:00 (UTC)

Fixes

All Platforms

1. Avatar Anomaly: Fixed an issue with the Lady Loki costume lord avatar display. Loki’s mischief has been put to an end!  
2. Multi-Form Guidance Glitch: Fixed an issue where hero multi-form guides could pop up repeatedly under certain conditions. Guidance now appears only when needed, no more déjà vu.  

Heroes

1. Loki’s Double Take: When equipped with the Lady Loki costume, Loki’s ultimate transformation would incorrectly show the default Loki avatar in combat stats. Now, her true face shines through; no identity confusion!  
2. Cloak & Dagger’s Light Show: Fixed a rare bug where using Light’s Embrace and Ultimate Ability simultaneously could cause the ultimate to lose its visual effects. The duo’s powers are back to dazzling!  
3. Adam Warlock’s Resurrection Relocation: Reviving teammates with Adam Warlock’s ultimate at certain locations could resurrect them at the spot they were defeated. Now, heroes return to battle where they’re meant to; no more ghostly glitches!  
4. Rogue’s Tumble Trouble: If Rogue collided mid-air with an enemy using Chrono Kick Combo, and that enemy was defeated during the crash, Rogue could remain knocked down for longer than intended. She now springs back into action with X-tra resilience!  

The next Marvel Rivals update is expected to drop on January 16, 2026, and it will introduce the highly anticipated new character, Deadpool, to the game with a new Season.

Is Maduro in Fortnite

Aritra Patra
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Is Maduro in Fortnite

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has come into the limelight after the US sent the Delta Force into Venezuela, captured the president, and took him to New York. The news about a Maduro skin coming to Fortnite, complete with his gray Nike Tech Fleece tracksuit and political references, has raised a furor in the Fortnite community. Clips supposedly showing the polemic Venezuelan figure as a playable character blew up social media platforms from TikTok to Instagram.

It’s a phenomenon that emerged in the wake of Maduro’s very public removal from and detention, catapulting his likeness into a global media pressure cooker. One picture of him in a gray Nike Tech Fleece tracksuit became a cultural flashpoint, sparking memes and artistic reinterpretations. The gaming community, always poised to seize any timely moment, ran with it. Before long, “proof” of a Maduro skin flooded social channels.

Epic Games hasn’t announced a Maduro collaboration, and no such cosmetic is available in Fortnite’s official item shop. The viral creations circulating online are largely community-created, including faked renders, machine-generated imagery, and unofficial mods designed to appear legitimate. This is quite the opposite of how Fortnite’s actual collaborations get announced.

Fortnite has surpassed its genre as a battle royale game, becoming a cultural ecosystem where memes, fashion statements, and political events are constantly woven together in a single entity. The image of the gray tracksuit held great significance; it symbolized a specific instant in contemporary politics that has been distilled into a fashion statement. Online gaming platforms use humor and creativity as weapons to interpret global events, and Maduro’s unique appearance made him a magnet for digital artists.

Legitimate collaborations such as South Park are already confirmed for January 2026, besides other upcoming crossovers with One Piece and Overwatch.

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