Valve shipped a new update to Deadlock on September 30th, and the patch introduces a couple of crucial changes to the hero shooter.
While today’s Deadlock update isn’t nearly as big as the last one we received a couple of days back, it does include some important changes that players need to be aware of heading into their next games. For the uninitiated, Deadlock’s September 30th update added a new hero, Mirage, alongside a plethora of new content to the title.
Without further ado, let us take a look at the detailed patch notes of the September 29th Deadlock update.
Deadlock September 30 Update: Patch Notes
The highlight of the new Deadlock patch is the changes to the zipline speeds. To be specific, players will now enjoy 20% faster speeds when riding the outer ziplines relative to the inner lanes.
Alongside this change, the initial respawn timers for all heroes have been reduced by 4 seconds, which means that you won’t miss much of the action if you face an early death.
The new Deadlock update also fixes a few important bugs that have been disrupting gameplay for the past few days.
Below, we’ve included the detailed patch notes for the September 30th Deadlock update, as officially revealed by the devs:
Outer ziplines hero speed increased by 20% relative to inner lanes (same as troopers on outer lanes zipline being faster)
Initial respawn reduced from 12s to 8s
Urn now drops when teleporting with Mirage’s Traveler
Fixed Wraith Cards, Shiv Rage, and lifesteal from increasing by shooting the shop
You will then be prompted on the screen to connect your EA FC 25 account and redeem a special code printed on the bottle.
Your rewards will be automatically applied to Ultimate Team the next time you log into your account.
Rewards from Pepsi include exclusive Pepsi-themed vanity items, 400 Season Points, and a blue/black striped kit. A winner will be awarded a spectacular PlayStation 5 console and a copy of EA FC 25.
Look out for bottles of Pepsi carrying artwork for EA FC 25, kicking off on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. You can redeem as many codes as you want probably encouraging some hoarding to stretch those rewards.
Epic Games has filed serious allegations against Google and Samsung. The firm has asked the U.S. federal court that a conspiracy on the part of Google and Samsung was such that no other app store is being allowed to exist so that they remain under their dominance. Now the case has been filed by Epic in a U.S. federal court alleging that Samsung’s Auto Blocker feature is designed to scare users away from downloading Fortnite outside of Google’s Play Store or Samsung’s Galaxy Store.
Epic claims that this Google-Samsung collaboration is, in violation of United States antitrust law, only creating lessened consumer choice and no true competition and leading to overpriced apps. A company backed by Chinese tech mega-firm Tencent, whose existing business is also part-owner of an app store, says Google is misleading consumers by assuring them there’s greater security in getting apps through the Google Play app store when it doesn’t make sense.
Samsung has retorted that Epic’s claims are baseless, and the company is of the view that Auto Blocker is a service introduced to safeguard users against malware. It maintains that if users dislike its auto-blocking feature, they can always uninstall the application, insisting that their practices are in line with security, privacy, and user control principles.
Epic’s case comes after a significant win for the company against Google back in December 2023, when a U.S. court ordered Google to make it easier for users to access apps from beyond its Play Store. Epic Game claims that Samsung’s Auto Blocker feature is a direct response to this legal setback, which cuts down on the effects of the after-effect of that court ruling.
It is not the first time Epic and Google go to battle. The gaming company has been battling with both Google and Apple over its policies on the different app stores, which would charge developers up to 30% on any purchases done in-app. Epic was reinstated in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store last month after a long battle.
Epic’s lawsuit against Google and Samsung draws attention to ongoing conflicts between those behemoths and small developers fighting for dominance over the space of app publishing and monetizing. What will occur in court can influence such technologies for the future of mobile application markets.
Among the plethora of error codes that you can face when trying to play Valorant, the VAN 54 error is certainly one of the most annoying ones on the list. Not only will the VAN 54 error code completely prevent you from playing the Riot Games shooter, but it can also be pretty difficult to resolve completely.
If you’re encountering the VAN 54 error code in Valorant, chances are that there’s an issue with your internet connection that’s interrupting your PC from connecting to the Valorant servers.
Fortunately, the Valorant VAN 54 error can often easily be fixed by just following a few simple steps.
How To Fix VAN 54 Error Code in Valorant
There are a number of steps you can take to try and fix the VAN 54 error in Valorant.
Without further ado, let’s take a look at everything you need to know about fixing the error code VAN 54.
Restart Valorant: The first thing you should do when you encounter the VAN 54 error code is restart Valorant and Riot Client. In most cases, this issue is just temporary and can be fixed with a simple restart.
Restart Your PC: If restarting Valorant doesn’t fix VAN 54, you should try restarting your PC and relaunching the game to see if the problem persists.
Open your Windows search bar, type in ‘CMD’, right-click on ‘Command Prompt’, and select ‘Run as administrator’.
Hit “Yes” to confirm.
Type in ‘ipconfig /flushdns’ on the command prompt and press Enter.
You should receive the message “Successfully flushed the DNS resolver cache.”
Close CMD.
Check Valorant Server Status: If flushing DNS doesn’t help, then there’s a good chance that the Valorant servers are down for maintenance or other reasons. You can easily check the Valorant server status by utilizing third-party websites like Downdetector. If the servers are down, wait for them to come back up before trying to launch Valorant again.
Reinstall Valorant: If everything else fails, then your last resort is to uninstall Valorant and reinstall a fresh copy of the game from the official Riot Games website.
If you’ve followed the aforementioned steps correctly, then your VAN 54 error code in Valorant should likely be fixed. Now, you should be able to log back into Valorant, enjoy the game with your friends, and check your Night Market.
With the VCT Ascension 2024 having come to a conclusion, we now have our list of teams who have qualified for the upcoming Valorant Champions Tour 2025 through the event.
For the uninitiated, Ascension in Valorant are regional qualifiers for the Americas, EMEA, APAC, and China that pave the way for tier-2 teams to get a franchised spot in their respective VCT leagues.
In this article, we take a look at all the teams that have managed to qualify from this year’s Ascension to VCT 2025.
VCT 2025: All Valorant Teams Qualified From Ascension 2024
The following teams are the winners of their respective regional Ascension tournaments, and have earned a spot in the upcoming VCT 2025 leagues:
2Game Esports (Americas)
Apeks (EMEA)
Xi Lai Gaming (China)
Sin Prisa Gaming (Pacific)
The VCT 2025 leagues are set to begin with the highly anticipated ‘Kickoff’ event in January or February of 2025. The top 2 teams from each Kickoff will find themselves qualifying for Masters Bangkok.
G2 has done the unthinkable as they beat NAVI in 3-1 fashion to win Blast Premiere Fall Finals. The number 1 team in the world has finally bowed down to the stars of G2 who delivered when it mattered to bring in the first trophy for the team after IEM Dallas. NiKo, m0NESY, and malbs stood out as the best players across the tournament who managed to pull the weight of their team despite individuals struggling with form. The Aleksib curse has finally been broken by NiKo and co. as they overcame all adversities to bring home the first trophy under the leadership of Snax.
G2 got off to an unexpectedly good start on Ancient that saw them go 4-0 up before NAVI could get on the board. G2 managed two more rounds in the the first half before NAVI turned the tide by the end of the first half saw them clinch a leveled scoreline.
In their defense, NAVI’s started the half losing 4 rounds in a row putting G2 in a prime position to take their map but a quick double by w0nderful got NAVI back in the game but only for 3 more rounds before G2 closed the half with a 13-9 scoreline. Aleksib walked away with a map deficit but a 1.51 IR.
Map 2: Dust 2; Pick: G2; Winner: G2
With a solid start to Dust 2, NAVI managed to edge out a narrow lead as G2’s T side was far from ideal on their own map pick. Despite their struggles, G2 managed to rope in 5 rounds which gave them a good place to start their comeback.
Having lost the pistol round, G2 quickly hit them back with a force buy conversion, which prompted them to make a comeback and go 10-8 up before NAVI could get back on the board. Closer to the end of the first half, G2 and NAVI were trading blows but the former managed to edge out a narrow win going 2-0 up in the series. m0NESY and NiKo turned up the heat in Dust 2 as their individual brilliance helped G2 reach series points first.
Map 3: Mirage; Pick: NAVI; Winner: NAVI
It was an intense start to Mirage for G2 as NAVI failed to find answers to their defense in the first 9 rounds. NAVI in the end managed to bring home a respectable 3 rounds before moving on to the second half.
A pistol round win from NAVI, got them going in the second half as they soon leveled the seeming insurmountable lead by G2. Once leveled G2 hit back once again and both teams traded rounds back and forth before NAVI put together two rounds in a row to get their first map of the series. With 25 kills to his name and an IR of 1.53, m0NESY’s heroics weren’t enough to get G2 over the line.
Map 4: Inferno; Pick: G2; Winner: G2
A stunning start to the map with G2 going 3-0 up before NAVI got back on the board. Through a rough first half, G2 managed to pull in 7 rounds in the first half, as NAVI walked into their offense with only 5 rounds to their name.
Losing the pistol, pushed G2 to force in the following round which they won off the back of insane shots from NiKo and malbs. The G2 to train continued to run down till G2 hit the map and series point yet again. The final round saw m0NESY get pushed to clutch a 1v2 which he did in style to win the trophy for G2. 22 kills and 1.53 puts malbs above the rest as the best player on the server.
NAVI despite getting tactically and mechanically outclassed made this a tough contest for G2 as they remain the best team in the world despite losing one grand final. With IEM Rio on the horizon, NAVI and G2 might face each other once again which will definitely be a match to keep your eyes on.
Battlegrounds Mobile Pro Series 2024 – Team X Spark has emerged as the champions of the highly-coveted BMPS 2024. The title hung in the balance until the very last match, as frontrunners like Godlike Esports and Numen Gaming faltered under pressure, but Team X Spark stood strong. After three action-packed days filled with intense competition, the final standings were evident of the skill and determination of the top teams in the tournament. Team X Spark showcased remarkable consistency throughout the tournament, not just in the grand finals and took home the well-deserved win.
BMPS 2024 Grand Finals Standings
1. Team X Spark
Points Accumulated: 158
Total Finishes: 102
Cash Prize: ₹75,00,000
Although Team X Spark didn’t quite get the start for the BMPS 2024 grand finals as expected, they made an impressive comeback on the second day, jumping from 11th position to the second. On the last and decisive day, the team maintained its calm and composure to secure the top spot on the overall leaderboard with an impressive 13 points lead.
2. Team Numen
Points Accumulated: 145
Total Finishes: 85
Cash Prize: ₹30,00,000
Team Numen was one of the teams that surprised everyone with its performance in BMPS 2024. This newly formed team, which played under Owais’ lead, demonstrated an incredible consistency throughout the grand finals, and secured the runner-up. Numen put up a valiant fight, finishing strong in the final matches.
3. Hero Xtreme GodLike
Points Accumulated: 144
Total Finishes: 93
Cash Prize: ₹20,00,000
Rounding out the top three of BMPS 2024, Hero Xtreme GodLike showcased a remarkable performance on the first day of the tournament, which fueled high expectations as this event was seen as their redemption arc—being their first official LAN event since BGMI’s launch. Many anticipated GodLike would claim victory, especially after their surprisingly impressive start. The second day, while decent, still kept them at the top of the leaderboard. However, their performance took a downward turn on the third day, causing them to slip from first to third position, missing out on the title.
MVP Award
Team X Spark’s SprayGod earned the MVP award of BMPS2024, showcasing incredible skill and consistency throughout the tournament. His standout performance, crucial in securing Team X Spark’s championship victory, was recognized with a well-deserved cash prize of ₹4,00,000.
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NiKo had been showing increasing frustration throughout the intense match between G2 and Vitality at the CS2BLAST Premier Fall Finals. At one point of pure rage, he went over and slammed his fist into the desk, this time going far enough to make the broadcast desk unusable due to the blood dripping from his hand.
Ironically, that anger was the fire that needed to be lit to propel this team through this comeback into the grand final. Let’s take a look at what actually happened during the match.
Vitality had been dominant over the group stage, so a thriller semifinal certainly seemed to be in the cards against G2. After the teams traded map picks, it all came down to Mirage. The game was very back-and-forth, but one moment really stood out, after Vitality took an 8-7 lead.
Vitality was already ending the round in an almost impossible 1v5 against NiKo on the T side, not even having planted the bomb yet. Cornered at Bench by Spinx, ZywOo, and flameZ, NiKo somehow cleared all three with a flurry of AK shots.
The Bosnian superstar basically created a winnable 1v2 situation out of thin air, leaving mezzii and apEX for his final opponents. NiKo picked off mezzii after slipping past their post and ended up in a good 1v1 post-plant against apEX on B. Although the positions were in his favor, NiKo missed a massive clutch opportunity that would go down in the books as one of the best CS2 clutches ever. It was time for Vitality IGL to bail his team out of this situation, and as much as NiKo hated it.
Punching a hole in his desk and hurting his hand a little, NiKo’s tantrum somehow was channeled into a stronger resolute determination. Although the hand bled, he kept playing and provided a kill that set G2 back in the game. Eventually, the BLAST staff called a technical timeout to attend to his injury.
It seemed like NiKo’s heroics wouldn’t be enough for the team, and the win was going to fall their way with three rounds to go. But G2 had no interest in letting the star rifler’s efforts yield without a war. They rallied to take the next three consecutive rounds to send the match into overtime.
Yet another game-eventful came and went, and it was again the fifth round of trades. NiKo really proved himself during this round, taking out three opponents single-handedly in a clutch that made his team’s comeback into the grand finals possible.
GodLike Esports has long been a fan-favorite in the Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) esports scene, known for their once dominant gameplay. However, in recent years, the team has faced a string of underwhelming performances, leading many to question whether they can reclaim their former glory. BMPS 2024 marks a critical moment for GodLike Esports, as it is the first official BGMI LAN event they’ve qualified for in two years. Is this the beginning of their redemption arc?
BMPS 2024 Grand Finals Day 3
Match 6 – Erangel
In Match 6 on Erangel, GodLike Esports dropped near the School area. The team made calculated rotations towards the safe zone, picking off a few opponents along the way.
However, in a decisive mid-game moment, they attempted to push an enemy squad, which proved costly. The aggressive push backfired as they lost three of their players during the fight, leaving the last player standing. Despite a valiant effort to survive, the lone player was quickly eliminated.
Match 5 – Miramar
In their fifth match of the day on Miramar, GodLike Esports dropped near Cruz de Ville with hopes of a strong performance. However, the match took an unfortunate turn when they lost their star player, JONATHAN, early on. Despite their best efforts, the team struggled to find their footing and failed to secure a single finish. Ultimately, GodLike Esports was eliminated in 10th place.
Match 4 – Vikendi
In Match 4 on Vikendi, GodLike Esports made their drop around Cement Factorye. As the zone formed around Castle, the team quickly rotated to secure a strong position. However, with no vehicles available towards the end of the match, they faced a daunting challenge as they had to cross an open area.
Unfortunately, Team BLISS spotted them during this critical moment, leading to a devastating encounter that resulted in the elimination of three GodLike players. At this point, only Simp remained alive.
Despite the odds stacked against him, Sim showcased exceptional skill and composure, managing to secure crucial kills and carry his team to a respectable third-place finish. Ultimately, GodLike Esports ended the match with a total of 6 finishes.
Match 3 – Sanhok
In Match 3, GodLike Esports dropped at Bhan, allowing them to settle into their position without needing to travel extensively as the zones formed favorably around them. As the zone began to close in, competing teams attempted to enter, and GodLike seized the opportunity to capitalize on their advantageous positioning. They racked up finishes left and right, demonstrating their aggressive playstyle and tactical prowess.
However, despite their strong start, the team faced a sudden elimination before they could secure a solid placement. In total, GodLike Esports achieved 8 finishes, with standout performances from Jonathan, who secured 5 kills, along with contributions from Punkk (1 kill), Admino (1 kill), and Simp (1 kill).
Match 2 – Miramar
In their second match on Miramar, GodLike Esports faced significant challenges as they rotated from Truck Stop to Hacienda del Patrón. Facing limited loot, the team decided to shift their strategy and headed towards Impala in search of better gear.
While rotating into the safe zone, they encountered Team Limra. In a tense engagement, GodLike suffered three casualties but managed to secure two finishes, showcasing their ability to trade effectively in combat. Unfortunately, as the last surviving player, Punkk was forced to make a hasty retreat to the zone.
In a twist of fate, Punkk once again crossed paths with Team Limra while trying to reposition. Despite his best efforts to escape, he ultimately fell, leading to GodLike’s elimination from the match. The encounter highlighted the team’s struggle with positioning and decision-making under pressure, leaving them with valuable lessons for the matches ahead.
Match 1 – Erangel
In the first match of Day 3, on Erangel, GodLike Esports dropped near the school area, looking to establish an early presence. As the zone began to close in, the team secured a compound on the northern side across the river from Georgopol. When the next zone formed, they made a strategic relocation to the Georgopol triple warehouse and two houses across the road.
However, their plans took a hit when they encountered Versatile Esports. In a tense exchange, GodLike lost Punkk, a crucial player for their lineup, although Admino managed to secure one elimination in the skirmish. Unfortunately, despite their efforts to regroup and push through, the team faced an early exit, finishing in 11th place with only one elimination to their name.
BMPS 2024 Grand Finals Day 2
Match 6 – Erangel
In an unexpected move, GodLike Esports opted to drop behind Pochinki, likely aiming to secure a vehicle early. However, this decision quickly backfired when they encountered Versatile Esports, resulting in the loss of two key players early on.
With only two members left, the surviving duo made a rotation to Severny. After gathering what loot they could, they carefully navigated their way into the zone, eventually settling in Ruins. Despite being outnumbered, both remaining players managed to secure a finish each.
The team’s survival was cut short when Jonathan fell victim to a perfectly timed grenade from Versatile Esports, leaving Punkk as the last hope. Unfortunately, 8bit Aditya quickly eliminated him, bringing GodLike’s run to an end in 7th place for the match.
Match 5 – Miramar
GodLike Esports started Match 5 with a strategic drop at Hacienda del Patrón, playing a more passive early game. Their rotations were calculated, focusing on securing safe zones rather than early engagements. However, as the match progressed into the late stages, the intensity increased. In a chaotic series of events, Jonathan was eliminated after the team found itself battling multiple fronts simultaneously.
A standout moment came when Admino pulled off an impressive clutch, single-handedly eliminating three players from Phoenix Esports, giving GodLike a fighting chance. However, as they tried to make their final push into the end zone, several teams had already gained advantageous positions. Multiple squads spotted them during their rotation, resulting in the team being picked off one by one, ultimately leading to their elimination in 3rd place.
Despite not securing the win, GodLike Esports showcased their potential to dominate late-game engagements with a commendable performance.
Match 4 – Vikendi
GodLike Esports started Match 4 on Vikendi with a safe drop at Cement Factory. After thoroughly looting the area and the nearby compounds, they made an aggressive push towards a compound held by Ignite Gaming.
Ignite Gaming had just finished a battle with Phoenix Gaming, leaving them in a weakened state. Sensing an opportunity, GodLike Esports initiated the fight. However, the push didn’t go as smoothly as planned, and GodLike found themselves in trouble. In a critical moment, Jonathan stepped up, delivering a clutch play that saved the team from being eliminated.
Despite their recovery, Inferno Squad, stationed in a nearby compound, wasted no time taking advantage of GodLike’s weakened state. They rushed in swiftly and overwhelmed GodLike Esports, who were still reeling from the earlier engagement. This resulted in GodLike’s elimination from the match.
GodLike Esports managed to secure 3 finishes in total, with Jonathan claiming 2 kills and Simp securing 1.
Match 3 – Sanhok
GodLike Esports split their team in a classic Sanhok strategy, with two players positioned near Quarry and the other two in Bhan. As the zone shrank, they rotated carefully, with Punkk and Simp each securing one finish, but they suffered a crucial loss as Jonathan fell in a skirmish with Ignite Gaming.
Shortly after, Numen Gaming rushed into the same compound. Admino from Numen displayed exceptional skill with his grenades, securing multiple knocks. To complicate matters, 8bit also knocked one of Numen’s players, leaving GodLike in a 2v1 advantage against Numen. Despite this, Owais from Numen Gaming clutched the fight, eliminating GodLike. The team managed to secure only 2 finishes, a disappointing outcome given their early-game setup.
Match 2 – Miramar
In the second match on Day 2, GodLike Esports chose to drop at Hacienda del Patrón. After securing control of the main compound, the team efficiently looted the surrounding areas, including Cruz de Valle, to gather essential resources.
As they rotated toward the zone, which formed just above Chumacera, GodLike faced an unfortunate setback when they lost Punkk. Shortly after this loss, their rotation was halted as they encountered Silly Esports and Team X Spark. In this engagement, Admino managed to secure one finish before the team opted to back off.
After regrouping and finding a position within the zone, GodLike Esports faced additional pressure from TWOB and 8Bit, who eliminated their remaining players. Ultimately, GodLike finished the match with a total of 2 eliminations, a disappointing outcome that highlighted the challenges they faced during this round.
Match 1 – Erangel
The first match of the BMPS 2024 Grand Finals kicked off on Erangel. GodLike Esports made their drop at the School Apartments, swiftly looting the area before rotating to the School itself.
The zone consistently formed around the School, allowing GodLike Esports to avoid frequent relocations. They opted for a passive playstyle, biding their time while monitoring the movements of other teams.
Punkk took an early initiative by finishing Phoenix Esports’ Honey. While most of the team remained at School, Punkk made a solo venture to Rozhok Hill, where Team X Spark and Team Versatile were fighting. Seizing the opportunity, he secured the finish on Shadow7 before returning to the safety of the School.
With the zone centering on School, GodLike found themselves in a favorable position. As the circle tightened, chaos erupted as teams scrambled to enter the zone. Capitalizing on this, Jonathan caught Numen’s Omega off-guard, eliminating him.
As the tension escalated, both TWOB and 8bit made aggressive pushes toward the School, igniting further chaos. Jonathan demonstrated impressive quick thinking, utilizing grenades to secure multiple knocks and finishes in the fray.
To GodLike’s advantage, the next zone also formed around the School. After a lengthy and chaotic battle, GodLike Esports emerged victorious, clinching the Winner Winner Chicken Dinner (WWCD). In the end, Punkk finished with 5 kills, Simp added 3 to the tally, Jonathan led with an impressive 6 finishes, and Admino ended without any kills.
BMPS 2024 Grand Finals Day 1
Match 6 – Erangel
The first match of the BMPS 2024 Grand Finals kicked off on Erangel, setting the stage for an intense competition. GodLike Esports made their drop at the School Apartments, quickly looting the area before rotating to the School itself.
Although the zone was positioned in the southern part, GodLike opted to rotate to Georgopol City, located south of the safe zone, due to insufficient loot. Following this, they made their way to Pochinki. As the next zone formed just below Pochinki, GodLike took control of Pochinki Hill, positioning themselves strategically for the ensuing battles.
During their rotation to the next zone, GodLike encountered Mesal Esports, resulting in a swift exchange of fire. Admino secured the first elimination by taking down SahilOPaf. Shortly after, Simp eliminated Silly Esports’ AKSHUZZ33K, while Punkk finished off Medal Esports’ Encore.
However, the tides soon turned when TWOB’s SYRAX knocked and eliminated Admino, followed by PrinceOG knocking out Simp. In a crucial moment, Punkk delivered a well-timed grenade that knocked two members of TWOB. Despite their initial success, the situation quickly escalated when Punkk was knocked by Syrax.
In a retaliatory move, JONATHAN managed to knock Syrax, but the chaos continued as JONATHAN was ultimately finished by the last surviving player from TWOB, SARVIT. Consequently, GodLike Esports was eliminated with each player recording only one finish, highlighting the fierce competition in this high-stakes match.
Match 5 – Miramar:
In the fifth match, GodLike Esports made a strategic drop at Hacienda del Patrón. After securing the main compound, the team efficiently looted the surrounding areas, including Cruz de Valle. With the zone favoring GodLike until the end, they held a strong position in the center of the circle.
The team demonstrated impressive consistency and secured finishes throughout the match. However, they faced early setbacks with the loss of Admino and Simp, which could have derailed their momentum. Despite this, Punkk and Jonathan continued to assert their dominance on.
As the match progressed, Hyderabad Hydras managed to finish off the last two remaining players from GodLike. Nevertheless, Jonathan showcased his skill by securing one final finish against Hyderabad Hydra’s Crypto.
In total, Jonathan led the charge with 5 finishes, while Punkk contributed with 2, and both Simp and Admino added 2 finishes each.
Match 4 – Vikendi:
In the third match on Vikendi, GodLike Esports dropped at Cement Factory,. They found themselves in a favorable position early on, as the zone formed near their location. Taking advantage of the situation, they played passively, focusing on rotations and staying within the zone for most of the early game.
During Stage 6, GodLike clashed with Team Limra, where they secured two crucial finishes but suffered the loss of Admino. Despite the setback, the team regrouped and continued to hold strong. As Simp and Jonathan anchored a compound, NUMEN’s Mafia rushed in, but Simp swiftly took him down with his DBS, further solidifying their position. However, soon after, Team Limra’s Hesperos eliminated Punkk, leaving GodLike with just two players.
In the same compound, as the zone continued to shrink, Team Versatile’s InfinityOP sneaked in and knocked Jonathan. Simp, quick to respond, secured the trade by finishing off Infinity. But the action wasn’t over. Sensing an opportunity, Silly Esports pushed aggressively on the weakened GodLike. What followed was a heroic display by Simp, who single-handedly wiped out three players from Silly Esports using his DBS.
The match ultimately boiled down to a 1v1 duel between Simp and Silly Esports’ last standing player, AKSHUZZ3K. After a tense battle, Simp emerged victorious, finishing off AKSHUZZ3K and clutching an impressive 1v4 to secure the win for GodLike Esports.
This incredible performance by Simp not only gave GodLike Esports their first win of the day but also reignited hopes for their redemption arc in BMPS 2024.
Match 3– Sanhok:
In the third match of BMPS 2024, on Sanhok, GodLike Esports opted for a drop near Pai Nan and Bootcamp, to loot compounds. However, their strategy backfired as they were caught off-guard by Team Phoenix even before the first zone fully closed in. An unexpected early fight broke out, and despite their best efforts, GodLike couldn’t recover, resulting in a full-team elimination without securing any kills.
Match 2 – Miramar:
In the second match, GodLike Esports opted to drop at Hacienda del Patrón. After securing the main compound, the team efficiently looted the surrounding areas, including Cruz de Valle, which eventually became a pivotal location near the center of the play zone. As the zone began to close in, the intensity ramped up, with all teams converging in this area.
As the Stage 3 formed near San Martin, GodLike Esports quietly sneaked in to the play zone from the eastern edge of the zone.
However, the zone experienced a hard shift to the west, moving away from GodLike’s position. To reach the play zone, they attempted to rotate to the southeastern side, navigating all the way from the southern edge of the blue zone.
During their rotation, GodLike caught Medal Esports off guard while they were engaged in a fight with another team, eliminating them and securing three finishes in the process. However, as they continued their attempt to enter the zone, they encountered Orangutan, who was gatekeeping the western edge. Despite suffering one casualty from the zone during the fight, GodLike successfully created space for themselves within the zone, showcasing their resilience and adaptability under pressure.
Unfortunately, the team lost two more players in the process, leaving JONATHAN as the lone survivor. As the fight intensified, JONATHAN could not withstand the pressure and was ultimately eliminated, leading to GodLike Esports finishing in 9th position.
Match 1– Erangel:
The first match of the BMPS 2024 Grand Finals kicked off on Erangel, setting the stage for an intense competition. GodLike Esports made their drop at the School Apartments. After looting the area, they quickly rotated to the School itself.
Stage 3 formed towards the west of Shooting Range. As the zone began to close in, GodLike Esports executed a rotation from Rozhok Bridge. They navigated carefully and made their way into the safe zone from the north-eastern edge, crossing the SHooting Range area safely.
Entering Stage 4, the circle saw a hard shift to the south, moving away from the previous zone and positioning itself on the eastern side of North Georgopol city. This shift prompted aggressive play from GodLike, with Simpp securing the first finish by knocking Team Bliss’s Ajj777. Shortly after, Admino finished off Team X Spark’s Jokerr, marking the team’s second finish of the match. Punkk then made his mark by knocking Tx’s Sarang, followed by another knock and finish of TWOB’s Prince with a deadly DBS shot.
GodLike Esports continued their dominance by eliminating multiple players from Inferno Squad, although they suffered a setback with the loss of JONATHAN during the skirmish.
Despite this loss, GodLike’s performance was nothing short of spectacular, as they picked up finishes left and right, showcasing their aggressive playstyle. Unfortunately, the stream crashed due to a technical issue just before the match concluded. Before the crash, Simpp had tallied 3 finishes, Admino led with 5, and Punkk contributed 2 finishes.
In the end, GodLike Esports emerged victorious, clinching their first Winner Winner Chicken Dinner (WWCD) of the BMPS 2024 Grand Finals. This strong start sets a promising tone for their journey in the tournament.
BMPS 2024 could very well be the redemption arc for GodLike Esports, but it will require sustained effort across every remaining match. The fans are ready, the players are motivated, and the stage is set for GodLike to make their grand return to the top.
Stay tuned as we continue tracking GodLike Esports’ performance through the rest of BMPS 2024—will this be their triumphant comeback? Only time will tell.
Stay tuned to this space to witness the rise of the next champion and see which team takes home the lion’s share of the massive prize pool!
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About BMPS 2024
Battlegrounds Mobile India Pro Series 2024 – After weeks of intense matches, the stage is all set for the final stage – BMPS 2024 Grand Finals. The top 16 teams have paved their way through League Stage and Semi Finals, and are now competing for the ultimate title. With a massive ₹20,000,000 INR prize pool at stake, every match and every decision is as important as it can get. We bring you the BMPS 2024 Grand Finals Live Points Table at your fingertips, so you don’t miss a moment of the action.
BMPS 2024 Grand Finals
BMPS 2024 Grand Finals has already begun, and will take place from 27th to 29th September in Kochi, Kerala. Over the course of three days, the participating 16 teams will fight against each other in a total of 18 matches to determine the champions of the tournament.
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