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BGMI x Harley-Davidson: CVO Road Glide ST Is Riding Into the Battleground With the 4.4 Update

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The BGMI x Harley-Davidson collaboration is coming with the upcoming 4.4 update. Krafton has officially confirmed the crossover for PUBG and PUBG Mobile, and since BGMI mirrors its global counterpart, Indian players can expect the same content to land locally.

The highlight: the Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide ST rolls into the battleground as an in-game vehicle, complete with its real-world bagger design and signature V-Twin styling.

What Is the BGMI x Harley-Davidson Collaboration?

Krafton, alongside PUBG Mobile publisher Level Infinite, officially announced the PUBG x PUBG Mobile x Harley-Davidson collaboration on May 4, 2026. For PUBG on PC and PUBG Mobile globally, the collab is scheduled to go live on May 13, 2026. Console players get access from May 21, 2026.

BGMI follows a two-month update cycle. The last update, version 4.3, dropped on March 19, 2026. That puts the BGMI 4.4 update squarely in May 2026, with leaks pointing to around May 21 as the expected rollout date for India. Krafton India has not officially confirmed this date yet.

The CVO Road Glide ST: What to Expect In-Game

The centerpiece of this collaboration is the Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide ST. In the real world, it is known for its heavy bagger stance, loud V-Twin engine, and aggressive touring profile. Krafton has built the in-game version to reflect that.

According to leaks from the PUBG Mobile beta files, the Harley-Davidson is not just a cosmetic wrap on an existing bike. It is a fully upgradeable transport, built on the same leveled upgrade system used in previous vehicle collabs. The motorcycle features a distinctive design with an orange colour palette and an upgrade path that changes its appearance as players level it up.

This makes it more comparable to the BGMI Royal Enfield collab in the 4.2 update than a simple skin drop. That update brought the Continental GT 650 and Bullet 350 into the game as part of a proper vehicle partnership.

What Else Comes With the BGMI 4.4 Update

The Harley-Davidson collab is one part of a larger 4.4 patch. The update is set to bring a Mythical Ruins themed mode that redesigns parts of the Erangel map. Locations including Yasnaya Polyana, Ruins, Ferry Pier, and Mylta are expected to receive visual and structural overhauls with an ancient Roman and Greek aesthetic.

A new floating structure called the Crown’s Abode is tipped as the main hot drop for the update, replacing the floating island seen in earlier versions. Leaks also mention a Spartan’s Trial, Icarus’ Trial, and Achilles’ Trial as in-match objectives that give squads buffs and late-game rewards when completed.

On the vehicle side, a Roadster is also coming in 4.4. It is a two-seater convertible built for high-speed movement on open roads, with an automatic turbocharger mechanic.

Biker Outfits and Cosmetics Expected Alongside the Bike

Vehicle collabs in BGMI rarely arrive alone. Based on the pattern from previous partnerships, the Harley-Davidson crossover is expected to include biker-themed outfits, exclusive accessories, and limited-time event rewards tied to the collaboration.

The PUBG Mobile announcement referenced “exclusive in-game events” and themed gear alongside the vehicle. BGMI typically carries the same cosmetic content, adapted for the Indian version of the game.

Why This Collab Makes Sense for BGMI

BGMI has leaned into Indian motorcycling culture before. The Royal Enfield partnership in 4.2 was the first major two-wheeler collab for the Indian version of the game and it landed well with the player base. Harley-Davidson is a different kind of brand — it brings a global recognition and a very specific visual identity that is distinct from anything BGMI has done before.

According to Inside Sport India’s coverage of the PUBG Mobile announcement, Krafton’s positioning around this collab uses language like “legendary ride” and “ultimate status symbol.” That framing suggests the CVO Road Glide ST will be treated as a prestige vehicle within the game, not standard loot.

Harley-Davidson is also active across other gaming and motorsport ecosystems in 2026. The brand is launching a new MotoGP championship series racing at six Grand Prix events across Europe and North America this year, using race-prepared Road Glide motorcycles. That level of brand activity tends to translate into gaming partnerships happening around the same time.

BGMI 4.4 Update: Key Facts at a Glance

DetailInfo
CollabBGMI x Harley-Davidson
VehicleHarley-Davidson CVO Road Glide ST
Update VersionBGMI 4.4
Expected India ReleaseAround May 21, 2026 (unconfirmed)
Global PUBG Mobile DateMay 13, 2026
Theme ModeMythical Ruins (Erangel overhaul)
Other New VehicleRoadster (two-seater high-speed car)

FAQ: BGMI x Harley-Davidson Collab

What is the BGMI x Harley-Davidson collaboration? Krafton has reportedly partnered with Harley-Davidson to bring the CVO Road Glide ST motorcycle into BGMI as part of the 4.4 update. The vehicle is an upgradeable in-game transport, not just a cosmetic skin. Themed outfits and event-based rewards are also expected alongside the bike.

When does the BGMI 4.4 update release in India? Krafton India has not confirmed an official date. Based on the two-month update cycle and the global PUBG Mobile 4.4 launch on May 13, 2026, the BGMI 4.4 update is expected around May 21, 2026.

Is the Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide ST upgradeable in BGMI? According to beta file leaks from PUBG Mobile, yes. The motorcycle has a full upgrade path that changes its appearance progressively, similar to previous vehicle collaboration models in the game.

What else is coming in BGMI 4.4? The 4.4 update includes a Mythical Ruins theme mode that reworks parts of Erangel, a new floating structure called the Crown’s Abode, in-match Trial objectives, a Roadster vehicle, and new weapons including the Panzerfaust and JS9 SMG as ground loot.

Has BGMI done motorcycle collabs before? Yes. The BGMI 4.2 update in January 2026 included a Royal Enfield collaboration, bringing the Continental GT 650 and Bullet 350 into the game.

IOC Suspends Esports Commission, Olympic Esports Games in Doubt Under Kirsty Coventry

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The International Olympic Committee has put the brakes on its Esports Commission. The decision casts fresh doubt on the future of the Olympic Esports Games, the project once seen as the IOC’s bridge to younger audiences.

The news was first reported by Japanese news agency Kyodo News. According to the report, the commission’s work has been placed on hold under new IOC President Kirsty Coventry, who took office in June 2025.

What the IOC Has Done

The IOC has suspended the activities of its Esports Commission. The commission was the working group set up to plan and shape the Olympic Esports Games. With the group sidelined, the project has no clear path forward.

An anonymous source told Kyodo that the commission’s activities have “come to a close.” There has been no formal public announcement from the IOC.

Coventry’s Message to Commission Members

In late January, Coventry sent a message to commission members. She wrote that she would “take responsibility for moving this forward from here on out.”

She added: “In the next phase, we will need a more integrated approach that is firmly aligned with the overall strategy of the Olympic Movement.”

The wording suggests the IOC wants to fold any future esports work into its wider strategy rather than run it as a stand-alone unit. The Esports Commission, in its current form, appears to be over.

How the Olympic Esports Games Stalled

The Olympic Esports Games was unveiled at the Paris 2024 Olympics by then-IOC President Thomas Bach. It was framed as a way to bring competitive gaming into the Olympic Movement and reach a younger fan base. The IOC had earlier tested the waters through projects such as the Olympic Virtual Series in 2021 and the Olympic Esports Series held in Singapore in 2023.

The plan was built on a 12-year partnership with Saudi Arabia. The first edition was first set for 2025. It was then pushed to 2027 in Riyadh. On October 30, 2025, the IOC and the Saudi side agreed to end the deal.

After the cancellation, Coventry placed the project in a “Pause and Reflect” phase. The latest move suggests that pause has now turned into a full stop, at least for the original format.

Saudi Arabia Moves on With Esports Nations Cup

Saudi Arabia has not slowed down. The country is pushing ahead with the Esports Nations Cup, organised by the Esports World Cup Foundation. The event is set for November 2026 in Riyadh, with publishers such as Electronic Arts, Krafton, Tencent, and Ubisoft on board.

Saudi Arabia already runs the Esports World Cup, which has the largest prize pool in esports history. With the IOC stepping back, the Saudi project is operating on its own track without the historical and political constraints the Olympic body faces.

Why the IOC Is Pulling Back

The Kyodo report points to wider financial pressure inside the IOC. The 2032 Brisbane Olympics are reportedly set to undergo a significant reduction in the number of sports. According to the report, “even the sports retained could have some of their disciplines or events cut.”

Coventry has also reportedly scrapped plans to test certain Summer Olympic sports during the 2030 French Alps Winter Games. Sources cited by Kyodo indicate the IOC will stick to the Olympic Charter, which states that “only sports practiced on snow or ice are considered winter sports.”

The picture is one of an IOC trying to streamline costs and protect its core programme. In that climate, esports does not appear to be a priority.

The Wider Esports Picture

The IOC’s retreat does not stop esports from growing elsewhere. The Asian Games, run by the Olympic Council of Asia, will be held in Japan in the coming months. The programme features titles such as League of Legends, Honor of Kings, and PUBG Mobile.

The Olympic body has also long struggled with two issues: how to handle so-called “violent” games such as Counter-Strike and other shooters, and how to work with publishers who own the intellectual property of major titles. These include Riot Games, Epic Games, Valve, and Capcom. With no shared governance model in place, the IOC has not yet found a structure that fits both sides.

What It Means for the Olympic Dream

For now, the goal of seeing Olympic medals handed out for video games is on hold. The dedicated commission is suspended. The Saudi deal is over. The “Pause and Reflect” phase has not produced a new partner.

For India and other emerging esports markets that had eyed the project, the timeline is now unclear. The country has a large competitive base, as covered in TalkEsport’s earlier feature on India’s Olympic esports prospects. With the IOC’s plans frozen, those ambitions sit in a holding pattern.

The IOC has not said whether the Olympic Esports Games will return in another form. As things stand, the project is paused, the commission is shut, and the road back is unclear.

FAQ

Has the IOC officially cancelled the Olympic Esports Games? The IOC has not made a public statement confirming a cancellation. According to Kyodo News, the activities of the Esports Commission have been put on hold, and an anonymous source said its work has “come to a close.” The original 12-year deal with Saudi Arabia ended on October 30, 2025.

Why did Kirsty Coventry suspend the Esports Commission? In a January message to members, Coventry said the next phase needs “a more integrated approach that is firmly aligned with the overall strategy of the Olympic Movement.” Reports also link the move to wider financial pressure, including planned cuts to the 2032 Brisbane Olympics programme.

What was the original plan for the Olympic Esports Games? The Olympic Esports Games was announced at Paris 2024 by then-IOC President Thomas Bach. It was based on a 12-year partnership with Saudi Arabia, with the first edition first set for 2025 and then pushed to 2027 in Riyadh.

Will esports still appear in any Olympic-linked event? The Asian Games, organised by the Olympic Council of Asia, will be held in Japan in the coming months and will feature titles such as League of Legends, Honor of Kings, and PUBG Mobile. Saudi Arabia is also running its own Esports Nations Cup in November 2026.

ESL Pro League Season 25 to Be Held in Saudi Arabia

ESL has confirmed that ESL Pro League Season 25 will take place in Saudi Arabia, with tournament play scheduled from March 6 to 14, 2027. Teams are expected to arrive on March 4, with a media day on March 5 and departures on March 15.

This will be the first time the league has moved outside its traditional host regions of Europe, the United States, and Brazil.

Format and Team Slots

The tournament keeps the same structure as Season 24. A total of 16 teams compete on LAN, with eight advancing to the playoffs. Playoffs will be played on stage in front of a live audience.

Twelve of the 16 spots go to teams ranked 1st through 12th in the January 2027 Valve Regional Standings. The remaining four spots go to the regional winners of ESL Challenger League Season 52, covering Europe, North America, South America, and Asia-Oceania.

Seeding for the tournament will follow the February 2027 VRS publication. Teams or players banned by ESL, FACEIT, or ESIC are not eligible for invitations.

Prize Pool

The total prize pool for Season 25 is $1,250,000. That is $250,000 more than the previous season. ESL says the increase applies only to the club share of the prize money, not the player-facing portion.

Here is how the prize money breaks down:

  • 1st place: $125,000 (player) + $240,000 (club)
  • 2nd place: $50,000 + $160,000
  • 3rd place: $30,000 + $130,000
  • 4th place: $20,000 + $100,000
  • 5th to 8th: $10,000 + $50,000 each
  • 9th to 11th: $6,000 + $25,000 each
  • 12th to 14th: $4,000 + $15,000 each
  • 15th to 16th: $2,500 (no club reward)

Season 25 is part of ESL’s 2027 Pro Tour budget, which allocates over $11,450,000 for teams and players across the year.

One notable rule change for 2027. The Annual Club Incentive will now include playoff viewership in its calculation. Previously, only certain viewership figures counted. In the future, the combined average concurrent viewership across the entire tournament determines how Club Incentive points are distributed.

Modern Warfare 4 Reportedly Being Tested on PS4, Suggesting a Last-Gen Console Release

Modern Warfare 4 is reportedly being playtested on PlayStation 4, strongly hinting at a last-gen release for the FPS.

While not much about Modern Warfare 4 has been officially confirmed, leaks have already started surfacing on social media forums, shedding light on what fans can expect from this year’s Call of Duty.

The latest leak comes from prominent COD insider Alaix, who took to X to share a surprising claim.

According to the leaker, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 is currently being playtested on the PS4, a console that turns 13 years old this November.

Alaix has a positive track record when it comes to leaks about upcoming Call of Duty titles, having previously datamined accurate information such as skins and upcoming updates.

Interestingly, though, this leak directly contradicts previous information from another well-known insider. Earlier, another prominent leaker in the community, ‘TheGhostOfHope’ had claimed that Modern Warfare 4 would not release on PS4 or Xbox One.

That said, the leaker didn’t confirm a last-gen release for MW4 either, later clarifying in a follow-up Tweet: “Never said it was releasing there tho, just heard that and thought it was funny af.”

So while the PS4 playtest appears to be real, a full last-gen release is far from confirmed.

After Campaign Evolved, Halo 2 and 3 Remakes Are Already in Development, Reports Suggest

With the release of the highly anticipated Halo: Campaign Evolved being just around the corner, a series of new leaks are emerging on social media suggesting that Halo Studios may have even bigger plans in store for its fans.

If a recent leak from Rebs Gaming is anything to go by, the Master Chief may not be done just yet. According to a report published on Rebs’ YouTube handle, Halo Studios is reportedly working on full-fledged remakes for Halo 2 and 3, two of the most critically acclaimed and fan-favorite entries in the franchise’s history.

Rebs claims that three separate sources, including a former Halo Studios developer, have confirmed to him that the company is working on Halo 2 and 3 remakes. 

“In a previous video report, I revealed that a former Halo Studios developer confirmed to me that the studio is remaking the Halo trilogy,” Rebs said in his video. “Since then, I’ve received confirmation from two more sources that Halo Studios is developing remakes of Halo 2 and Halo 3.”

What’s even more exciting is the fact that both of those remakes are reportedly already in active development. According to Rebs, the sources have already sent him proof of the Halo 2 and 3 remakes being in the works, regardless of how Campaign Evolved performs.

Given the fact that Campaign Evolved is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated releases of the year with brand-new missions, new weapons, and cross-platform co-op, it’s hard to imagine Halo Studios slowing down anytime soon.

“One of my new sources has sent me proof to verify themself and that the trilogy remakes are definitely happening, regardless of how well Campaign Evolved does,” he continued. “More specifically, active development is underway on all three remakes, and the Halo 2 and Halo 3 remakes are in early development.”

Interested fans can check out the full report by Rebs below:

Vitality Wins BLAST Rivals Season 1

Team Vitality has once again cemented its place at the summit of competitive Counter-Strike, emerging victorious over Natus Vincere to take home the Grand Finals of BLAST Rivals 2026. In what was set up to be NAVI’s crowning moment, Vitality once again showcased why they remain a dominant force despite struggling at multiple points throughout the tournament.

Emerging victorious in a Best of 5, Vitality has once again shown its tactical depth against NAVI, underscoring how this team remains dominant to this degree. While several teams throughout the event were able to push them to their limits, closing out matches like this shows why skills, as well as resilience, is in their arsenal, making them a mammoth to take down.

The series has once again revealed why Vitality is regarded as the most complete team in the world, both in terms of skills and tactical depth. A Best of 5 match asks teams to constantly innovate across the board and to maintain that level across the year, which speaks to how this team will remain at the top.

Victory is more than just another trophy, and it reinforces their position as the best team in the world with the Major approaching. As they lifted this trophy, teams that almost secured a win over them will be working on their craft to take them down at the big stage. Only time will tell if they can continue their flawless streak of trophies till the Major, but it will be far from an easy task.

How to Claim Your PlayStation Lawsuit Refund

Sony Interactive Entertainment has agreed to pay $7.85 million to settle a class action lawsuit that accused the company of monopolizing digital game sales on its PlayStation Store. A federal judge in the Northern District of California granted preliminary approval on April 8, 2026.

The case, Caccuri et al. v. Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC (Civil Action No. 21-cv-03361-AMO), has been moving through the courts since 2021. Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín oversees the case. The Saveri Law Firm, LLP formally announced the court’s decision on April 29, 2026.

What the Lawsuit Claims

The lawsuit centers on a decision Sony made on April 1, 2019. That’s when Sony stopped allowing retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Target, and Walmart to sell game-specific vouchers (GSVs) for PlayStation digital titles.

Before 2019, players could buy these vouchers at physical stores and use them to download games from the PlayStation Store. When Sony cut off that option, all digital game purchases had to go through the PSN store directly.

Plaintiffs argued this removed price competition between retailers and let Sony charge higher prices than a competitive market would allow. The lawsuit cites violations of the Sherman Antitrust Act and the Clayton Act.

Sony denied any wrongdoing. The court never ruled on the underlying claims. The case moved to settlement instead.

Who Qualifies for a Payout

US consumers who bought certain digital PlayStation games through the PlayStation Store between April 1, 2019, and December 31, 2023, are eligible for PSN wallet credits. Those with deactivated accounts can request a check instead.

The settlement covers approximately 4.4 million consumers in the US. To qualify, the game must have seen a price increase of at least $0.50 after April 2019 compared to when retail vouchers were still available.

Games listed as eligible include The Last of Us Remastered, inFAMOUS: First Light, and God of War 3 Remastered. A full list of qualifying titles is available on the PSN Digital Games Settlement website.

The settlement covers game-specific vouchers that could previously be purchased through retailers such as Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Target, and Walmart.

How Much Will You Actually Get

Not much. After attorneys’ fees and administrative costs, the expected recovery lands somewhere between about one dollar and thirty dollars per account, depending on how many qualifying purchases a user made.

Push Square reported estimates of $1 to $3 per qualifying purchase. The $7.85 million spread across 4.4 million eligible accounts leaves very little per person once legal fees come out.

NAVI Qualifies for BLAST Rival Grand Finals

NAVI reaches the Grand Finals of the BLAST Rivals, beating FaZe with a 2-0 scoreline. As they start to find their footing, NAVI is likely to face Vitality in the Grand Finals, and that is where they will face a real challenge.

VETO

  • FaZe removed Inferno
  • Natus Vincere removed Overpass
  • FaZe picked Dust2
  • Natus Vincere picked Ancient
  • FaZe removed Mirage
  • Natus Vincere removed Nuke
  • Anubis was left over

Map 1: Dust2; Pick: FaZe; Winner: NAVI

3-0 start for FaZe set NAVI on the back foot to kick off the map, before NAVI started mounting rounds. Recovering later in the half, FaZe found themselves trailing at the end of the first half with a 7-5 scoreline. Moving to their offense, NAVI put out their dominant T side as they laid out a perfect offense as FaZe failed to win a single round, leading to a 13-5 close-out on a quick map.

Map 2: Ancient; Pick: NAVI; Winner: NAVI

A 5-0 start for NAVI put the FaZe defense on the back foot right from the get-go. As FaZe’s defense continued to struggle, NAVI emerged with a massive lead before switching sides. Winning the pistol on the offense, FaZe managed to level the scoreline and edged out a lead before the NAVI defense started mounting rounds. As FaZe pushed the game to 11, NAVI won the final round to secure the series with a 2-0 scoreline.

FaZe playing with a stand-in can only go so far, and a team without Karrigan would take some time to rebuild. Time will tell what direction FaZe takes and how successful their rebuild will be.

Latest EA FC 27 Tease Hints At Brazil National Team Return

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After years of absence, the iconic Selecao could finally be making its way back to the virtual pitches of EA FC, and fans couldn’t be more excited.

As the release date for the highly anticipated EA FC 27 draws closer, excitement among the football gaming community is at an all-time high. To further add to that, a recent Gamescom tease has set the internet ablaze with speculation, and it strongly hints at the long-awaited return of the Brazil National Team to the franchise.

For the unaware, Brazil’s national team has been absent from the franchise ever since FIFA 21, a gap that has stretched on for years now. While individual Brazilian players have continued to appear in the game through their respective club and league licensing deals, the Selecao as a whole has remained off the roster.

The root of the issue lies in a longstanding licensing dispute, where securing the national team requires negotiating image rights on a player-by-player basis, something an overarching national team agreement has yet to resolve.

Gamescom Leak Hints At Potential Brazil Return to EA FC

As first noticed by X user ‘Matheus Gamer,’ the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) is listed as a sponsor for an EA FC 27 event at the upcoming Gamescom LATAM.

According to many avid fans within the community, this strongly hints towards the potential return of the Brazil national team to EA FC 27 as a licensed team in the game.

EA Sports has also added fuel to the speculation by teasing a special announcement for Brazilian fans scheduled for May 3, 2026.

Note that at the time of writing, the news hasn’t been officially confirmed by EA Sports. So take this with a grain of salt.

However, with the CBF’s involvement at Gamescom LATAM and a dedicated announcement already lined up for May 3, all signs are pointing in the right direction.

New VALORANT X PS+ Bundle Contents Revealed: All Free Cosmetics and How to Get

Riot Games has revealed a new VALORANT X PS+ bundle coming to the shooter in May 2026, and fans have the opportunity to grab some free cosmetics before they’re gone for good.

For the uninitiated, VALORANT X PS+ bundles are cosmetic bundles that any player with an active PlayStation Plus membership can redeem for free. These bundles rotate out once every few months and are then replaced by new bundles. Once a VALORANT X PS+ Bundle rotates out, it can no longer be redeemed from the PlayStation Store.

Here’s everything you need to know about the May 2026 VALORANT X PS+ Bundle, including its contents and how to redeem.

How To Redeem VALORANT X PS+ Bundle for Free

The VALORANT X PS+ bundles can be claimed by anyone with an active PlayStation Plus membership by heading over to the PlayStation Store.

Once redeemed, you have to then log into Valorant on your PlayStation 5 to permanently unlock the items within the bundle timeframe.

VALORANT X PS+ Bundle May 2026: All Free Rewards

The VALORANT X PS+ Bundle for May 2026 includes the following free rewards:

  • 2x Reaver, EP 5 Gunbuddy
  • 1x Crimsonbeast Playercard
  • 1x Team Ace // Raze Spray 
  • 1x Prime//2.0 Spray 
  • 10x RP

Note that these rewards are PlayStation Plus exclusive and cannot be redeemed on PC or other platforms. If you’re on PC, though, you can look forward to the May 2026 Night Market to get your favorite skins at attractive discounts.