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Kuroku’s Basket Showdown Codes for February 2025

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Kuroku’s Basket Showdown Codes for February 2025

My fascination with Roblox anime sports games, sparked by experiences with titles like Blue Lock Rivals, was rekindled when I stumbled upon a game inspired by Kuroko’s Basketball. Roblox Kuroko’s Basket: Showdown offers the thrill of playing as iconic characters like Taiga Kagami and Tetsuya Kuroko. However, success in this game demands more than simply choosing a favorite character.

To give you a competitive advantage, we’ve put together a list of Kuroko’s Basket Showdown codes that grant you free spins and cash. These resources can be used to unlock potent abilities, enabling you to quickly assert your dominance on the court.

Kuroku’s Basket Showdown Codes for February 2025

  • crackop: 200 Cash 
  • RELEASE: 200 Cash
  • basketball: 1500 Cash

How to Redeem Kuroku’s Basket Showdown Codes?

Kuroku’s Basket Showdown Codes for February 2025

Eager to grab your first reward? Before diving in, make sure you’ve liked the game on its Roblox page and joined the associated Roblox group. These steps are necessary to be eligible for code redemptions. Once you’ve taken care of that, follow these simple steps to redeem your Kuroko’s Basket Showdown codes:

  • Launch Kuroko’s Basket Showdown on Roblox.
  • From the menu on the left side of the screen, select the “Codes” option.
  • Enter a valid code into the designated “ENTER CODE” box.
  • Click the “Redeem” button to claim your rewards.

GamerLegion Challenges Valve Ranking System Over Prize Money Discrepancy

Aritra Patra
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GamerLegion Challenges Valve Ranking System Over Prize Money Discrepancy

GamerLegion has formally contacted Valve regarding a discrepancy in the February Valve ranking update, according to a HLTV report. The issue revolves around how prize money is calculated, specifically concerning the minimum guaranteed prize pool for teams still competing in a tournament.

The problem, as GamerLegion sees it, is that teams knocked out early received ranking points based on their winnings, while teams still in the tournament—and thus yet to receive their full prize—missed out on potential VRS points at the ranking cutoff date.

This timing proved crucial for GamerLegion. On February 3rd, the cutoff for BLAST Open Lisbon, PGL Bucharest, YaLLa Compass Qatar, IEM Melbourne, and IEM Dallas invites, they were ranked 13th. They narrowly missed the top 12, the threshold for BLAST Open Lisbon and PGL Bucharest invites, by a mere 0.4 points, assuming no invited teams decline.

Following their elimination from IEM Katowice on February 4th, and after securing their $38,000 prize, along with the ranking adjustments from their win against Astralis and losses to Spirit and The MongolZ, GamerLegion climbed to 11th in HLTV’s live calculation of Valve’s formula. This placed them 43 points ahead of FURIA, who held 12th place and whose $10,000 winnings from Katowice were already factored into the February 3rd rankings.

GamerLegion argues that this discrepancy significantly affected their ranking and eligibility for recent invites. They believe they rightfully deserve a spot in the top 12 of the global VRS.

Dota 2 BLAST Slam II: Teams, Schedule & Where To Watch

Sonu Banerjee
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Dota 2 BLAST Slam II: Teams, Schedule & Where To Watch

The BLAST Slam II Dota 2 event is underway, and some of the best teams in the world are currently battling it out in Copenhagen for the lion’s share of the whopping $1 million USD prize pool.

Similar to the first iteration of the tournament, BLAST Slam II will feature ten elite Dota 2 teams who will compete in a fast-paced single-elimination bracket throughout the next week. With the meta of the MOBA constantly evolving, it will be interesting to see how the teams adapt to this unique format.

In this article, we will take a look at everything you need to know about the BLAST Slam II Dota 2 tournament, including its participating teams, schedule, and how you can watch the event.

Dota 2 BLAST Slam II Teams

Below is the list of teams that received direct invites to Dota 2 BLAST Slam II. The event did not feature any qualifiers.

  • PARIVISION
  • BetBoom Team
  • Team Falcons
  • Team Liquid
  • Tundra Esports
  • Gaimin Gladiators
  • Nigma Galaxy
  • Xtreme Gaming
  • Yakult Brothers
  • Talon Esports

Dota 2 BLAST Slam II schedule

Dota 2 BLAST Slam II

Here’s the detailed schedule of Dota 2 BLAST Slam II.

Group Stage

The Group Stage, held over a single day, saw two groups of five teams competing in a king-of-the-hill format. The teams had to play a series of BO1 games to secure better placements in the playoffs.

Feb 26

Group A
  • Team Liquid 1-0 Talon Esports
  • BetBoom Team 0-1 Yakult Brothers
  • Tundra Esports 1-0 Talon Esports
  • Team Liquid 0-1 Yakult Brothers
  • BetBoom Team 0-1 Tundra Esports
  • Talon Esports 0-1 Yakult Brothers
  • Team Liquid 1-0 Tundra Esports
  • Talon Esports 1-0 BetBoom Team
  • Tundra Esports 1-0 Yakult Brothers
  • Team Liquid 0-1 BetBoom Team
Group B
  • Team Falcons 0-1 Nigma Galaxy
  • PARIVISION 1-0 Xtreme Gaming
  • Gaimin Gladiators 1-0 Nigma Galaxy
  • Team Falcons 1-0 Xtreme Gaming
  • PARIVISION 0-1 Gaimin Gladiators
  • Nigma Galaxy 1-0 Xtreme Gaming
  • Team Falcons 1-0 Gaimin Gladiators
  • Nigma Galaxy 1-0 PARIVISION
  • Gaimin Gladiators 1-0 Xtreme Gaming
  • Team Falcons 0-1 PARIVISION

Playoffs

The playoffs will follow a single-elimination format, with two BO3 matches played each day. Losing teams will be eliminated from the event.

Feb 5

Round 1
  • 3 pm UTC: PARIVISION 2-0 Talon Esports
  • 6 pm UTC: BetBoom Team 2-0 Xtreme Gaming

Feb 6

Round 2
  • 3 pm UTC: Team Liquid vs. PARIVISION
  • 6 pm UTC: Team Falcons vs. BetBoom Team

Feb 7

Quarterfinals

3 pm UTC: Nigma Galaxy vs. TBD

6 pm UTC: Yakult Brothers vs. TBD

Feb 8

Semifinals
  • 3 pm UTC: Tundra Esports vs. TBD
  • 6 pm UTC: Gaimin Gladiators vs. TBD

Feb 9

Grand Final
  • 4:30 pm UTC: TBD vs. TBD

Where To Watch Dota 2 BLAST Slam II

Fans can catch the Blast Slam II Dota 2 event by tuning into the official livestreams of the tournament on Twitch and YouTube.

What is Valve Regional Standings in CS2?

Aritra Patra
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What is Valve Regional Standings in CS2?

Figuring out which CS2 teams make it to the Majors can seem complicated, but it all boils down to the Valve Regional Standings (VRS). Forget past Major results or RMR qualifiers – these rankings, introduced in 2025, are the golden ticket. New to the pro-CS2 scene, or just returning after a break?

Here’s a clear breakdown of how the VRS works.

What is VRS in CS2?

Essentially, the VRS is a system of four rankings: one global and three regional. The regional rankings cover the major CS2 areas: Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific. Teams earn their spots on these lists based on their performance in ranked tournaments and matches.

Several factors play a role in how a match impacts a team’s standing. These include whether they won or lost, how strong their opponent was, the importance of the event, and how recently the match was played. These rankings get a refresh every week, usually on Mondays.  

How is the VRS used?

VRS in CS2

So, what are these standings used for? They’re the key to tournament invites, both for the main events and the qualifiers. Big-name tournaments often use the global standings to decide who gets an invite, while regional standings are used for invites to regional closed qualifiers.

Most importantly, the VRS is the deciding factor for Major invitations. The regional rankings, combined with the previous Major’s regional results, determine how many teams from each region get invited and where they start in the tournament.

Want to check out the VRS for yourself? They’re on this GitHub page run by Valve. You can find them by navigating through the “invitation” or “live” folder, selecting the current year, and then picking the most recent regional standings page.

EA CEO Hints at Apex Legends 2.0 Update

Aritra Patra
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EA CEO Hints at Apex Legends 2.0 Update

EA CEO Andrew Wilson recently dropped a hint about a massive update in the works, something so significant he’s calling it “Apex 2.0.” This comes as Apex Legends celebrates its sixth anniversary, a milestone marked by numerous seasons, map changes, a growing roster of Legends, and even a mobile version that came and went. But this next update sounds like it’ll be on a whole different level.

Wilson, speaking during EA’s latest earnings call, confirmed that Respawn Entertainment is not just supporting the current game, but actively developing this “major update.” He even suggested it’s so transformative, “Apex 2.0” is a fitting description.  

Now, what exactly “Apex 2.0” entails is still a mystery. Could it be a collection of new maps and game modes? Maybe even more Legends are joining the fray? Or perhaps it’s a deep dive into gameplay mechanics, refining and polishing what’s already there? The possibilities are exciting, and frankly, anyone’s guess.

However, don’t expect this game-changer anytime soon. Wilson made it clear that “Apex 2.0” is slated for release after the next Battlefield game launches. EA’s current plans point to that Battlefield title arriving sometime within their Fiscal Year 2026, which runs until April 1, 2026. Of course, game development being what it is, delays are always possible.  

So, while “Apex 2.0” might be over a year away, at least, we can take comfort in knowing that Respawn is working on something big for the future of Apex Legends.

Replay System Icons Have Been Added To Valorant, Leaks Reveal

Sonu Banerjee
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Replay System Icons Have Been Added To Valorant, Leaks Reveal

After nearly five years since the game’s initial release, the highly anticipated Valorant replay system might finally be on the horizon, as per some recent leaks.

According to an X (formerly Twitter) post by prominent Valorant dataminer ‘VALORANTLeaksEN’, Riot Games has added a bunch of replay system icons to the competitive shooter with the Valorant 10.02 patch.

Previously, Riot stated in their January 2025 dev update that the replay system was still a bit further down the road. However, the appearance of replay system icons in the game’s latest patch suggests that its development may be progressing faster than expected.

New Valorant Update Adds Replay System Icons

Dataminers have confirmed that the following replay system icons have been added to Valorant with its 10.02 update on February 4, 2025.

  • Follow Cam
  • Playhead Indicator
  • Free Cam
  • Previous Round
  • Hide Replays
  • Replay Settings
  • Pause
  • Skip Back
  • Next Round
  • Skip Forward
  • Play

Note that the replay system in Valorant, along with the icons mentioned above, is not functional yet. In fact, as of the time of writing, the devs have not announced a release date for the Valorant replay system.

Everything mentioned in this article is based on leaks, so take it with a grain of salt. Be sure to follow Riot Games’ official social media channels for further updates on the Valorant replay system.

Krafton India Esports Announces New Zone Meta for BGIS 2025

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Krafton India Esports Announces New Zone Meta for BGIS 2025

In a recent live stream realme BGIS 2025 Insider, Krafton India Esports has officially unveiled a new zone meta for Battlegrounds Mobile India Series (BGIS) 2025, which brings in major gameplay changes to make the game more competitive and strategic. The same changes have also been added to the official BGIS 2025 Rulebook. The changes come to the most popular maps Erangel, Miramar, and Sanhok, changing the way teams rotate and survive during intense matches.

Key Changes in BGIS 2025 New Zone Meta

The new meta introduces updated Wait and Move times for each stage of the shrinking zone across different maps. These changes will impact team rotations, zone control strategies, and survival dynamics.

Erangel

  • Stage 1: Wait time reduced to 150s, move time adjusted to 270s (previously 300s).
  • Stage 2: Wait time set to 60s, move time 120s.
  • Stage 3: Similar modifications continue, making late-game fights more intense.

Miramar

  • Stage 1: Wait time remains 150s, move time 270s.
  • Stage 2: Reduction in wait time to 60s, move time 120s.
  • Stage 3 & Beyond: Altered pacing forces teams to rethink long-range engagements.
BGIS 2025 New Zone Meta for Erangel and Miramar

Sanhok

  • Stage 1: Wait time 150s, move time 270s.
  • Stage 2: A drastic wait-time reduction to 60s, accelerating engagements.
  • Stage 3 & Beyond: Faster shrinking circles make aggressive plays riskier.

Impact on BGMI Esports Players

These modifications encourage quicker rotations and strategic adaptability. Teams must optimize loot routes and improve coordination to survive intense zone shifts. The BGIS 2025 meta aims to elevate the competition, ensuring a more dynamic and thrilling esports environment.

With these zone meta adjustments, BGIS 2025 is set to offer a high-intensity battle royale experience. Competitive players, esports teams, and aspiring pros must adapt their playstyles to remain dominant in upcoming tournaments.

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Eternal Fire Knocks Out Faze From IEM Katowice 2025

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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Eternal Fire Knocks Out Faze From IEM Katowice 2025

Eternal Fire has booked their spot in Spoken Arena eliminating FaZe Clan from IEM Katowice. Powered by jottAAA and XANTARES, Eternal Fire breezed past FaZe in Anubis while outlasting them in Nuke after struggling for 47 rounds.

Veto

  • Eternal Fire removed Ancient
  • FaZe removed Train
  • Eternal Fire picked Anubis
  • FaZe picked Nuke
  • Eternal Fire removed Mirage
  • FaZe removed Inferno
  • Dust2 was left over

Map 1: Anubis; Pick: Eternal Fire; Winner: Eternal Fire

Starting with a quick A site rush, Eternal Fire kicked off their map pick as FaZe failed to contain the Turkish side. While XANTARES had little impact in the first half, MAJ3R and jotAAA did much of the heavy lifting which ended up being enough as FaZe only managed a single round to their name in the first half. While hopes were dim, FaZe did manage to win the pistol round in the second half but with slim chances of a comeback, EF let FaZe have the second round and hit them with a full buy which was just enough to close the map without letting it slip any further. With a rating of 1.93, MAJ3R did not let Eternal Fire feel the absence of XANTARES on the server as they made quick work of FaZe Clan.

Map 2: Nuke; Pick: FaZe; Winner: Eternal Fire

Swift A hit by FaZe saw them win the pistol round but quickly gave up the lead in the following round as Eternal Fire converted their force buy. EF went 3-1 up before FaZe could get on the board again, that was the back of a moment of brilliance from Karrigan and broky. Eternal Fire’s domination continued until the final round when a patient backstabs from rain saw him open up the A site and get an ace while doing it as FaZe walked into the next half with a 9-3 deficit. FaZe made a stunning comeback, to push the game to OT. FaZe and EF went toe to toe for 3 OTs before Eternal Fire outclassed to win 3 rounds in 3rd OT which FaZe failed to come back as Eternal Fire booked their spot in Spodek.

How to Swap Booster Packs in Pokemon TCG Pocket?

Aritra Patra
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How to Swap Booster Packs in Pokemon TCG Pocket?

Navigating the Pokemon TCG Pocket menu can be a little tricky, especially with the arrival of new sets. Booting up the game after some time away, you might find the familiar Genetic Apex packs missing, replaced by the shiny new Space-Time Smackdown offerings.

Don’t panic! Those older packs haven’t vanished; they’re just tucked away. Let’s check out how to swap Booster Packs in Pokemon TCG Pocket.

How to Swap Booster Packs in Pokemon TCG Pocket?

It’s understandable to feel a bit disoriented by the sudden menu change. However, accessing your older booster packs is a straightforward process. Here’s a quick guide to help you find them:

  • Tap on any of the booster packs currently displayed on the main menu. It doesn’t matter which one you choose.
  • Once you’re on the chosen pack’s screen, look to the bottom right. You’ll see an option labeled “Select other booster packs.” Tap it.
  • A new screen will appear, revealing all available packs in the game. This includes the older sets that aren’t featured on the main menu.
  • From this screen, you can select any pack you wish to open, provided you have the necessary resources (including spending Hourglasses). You can also easily switch between different packs from this menu.

While the Space-Time Smackdown set brings a wave of exciting cards, revisiting older packs remains a smart move. Perhaps you’re still building your collection or working toward specific secret missions. Plus, if you’ve been diligently opening older packs, you’ve likely amassed a good supply of Pack Points, ready to be used for crafting those elusive cards.

Steam Console Rumors Heat Up: PS5/Xbox Rival or Another Flop?

Aritra Patra
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Steam Console Rumors Heat Up: PS5/Xbox Rival or Another Flop?

Whispers of a Valve-crafted Steam console have resurfaced, igniting speculation across the gaming landscape. Last year, the rumor mill churned with talk of this device, potentially accompanied by a revamped Steam Controller and a cutting-edge VR headset. Tech enthusiasts buzzed-about potential specifications, though Valve remained characteristically tight-lipped.

Now, the rumor fire is stoked anew. Tech commentator eXtas1s has taken to social media, hinting at “very spicy” developments. His claims suggest this rumored Steam console could be a direct competitor to the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.

Valve’s Steam Deck has proven a resounding success, carving a niche as a top-tier handheld gaming machine. But can this triumph translate to the living room? A Steam console could inject fresh competition into the console arena, yet its impact remains uncertain.

One intriguing possibility is a shift in platform exclusives. Could this Steam console deter PlayStation from releasing its titles on PC? Gamers might opt for the Steam console to experience these games, potentially disrupting the traditional console ecosystem.

Conversely, the Steam console could face a fate similar to Valve’s previous foray into home consoles, the Steam Machines. These earlier attempts struggled to gain traction, underscoring the challenges of entering the console market.

For now, it’s crucial to approach these rumors with healthy skepticism. Valve plays its cards close to its chest, leaving us to wonder what they’re cooking up. Only time will tell if these whispers materialize into a tangible product.

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