Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Home Blog Page 433

New LoL Battle Queen Skins 2024 Revealed: Price, Release Date, & More

Sonu Banerjee
-
0
New LoL Battle Queen Skins 2024 Revealed: Price, Release Date, & More

Riot Games has recently revealed four new skins being added to the popular Battle Queen skin line in League of Legends, and the LoL community can’t wait to see these new additions in-game.

The latest additions to the Battle Queen collection feature new skins for Gwen, Fiora, Miss Fortune, and Annie—with Annie receiving a special ‘Battle Princess‘ skin instead.

In this article, we take a look at everything you need to know about the new LoL Battle Queen 2024 skins, including their price, release date, images, and more.

LoL Battle Queen 2024: All Skins

As mentioned earlier, the new Battle Queen skins will feature the following Champions in LoL:

Battle Queen Miss Fortune

Battle Queen Miss Fortune

“Queen Katarina’s decree rang throughout Elysia: the Grand Coronation ordains honorable battle among nations, army versus army. Miss Fortune of Cyrenia welcomed this change, commanding her sky-fleet in an explosive display of wealth and munitions. While allied to the secluded Aurai, Miss Fortune’s crowning proves the ruthlessness of the brigades above.”

Battle Queen Gwen 

Battle Queen Gwen

“Gwen of Caligo—a faraway, ancient queendom long thought lost to time—cut through the nation’s protective clouds to reconnect with the rest of Elysia. Her predecessor, Queen Isolde, trusts Gwen’s pure heart and sharp mind to affirm Caligo’s strength and ally with fellow rulers—for dark times lie ahead, and only a steadfast pact may prevent the worst.”

Battle Queen Fiora

Battle Queen Fiora

“Nobles in the cutthroat queendom of Telum conspired against Fiora’s rise to power, taking her eye and proclaiming her dead. Yet from flowers and flame she arose, then prevailed, in the Grand Coronation. Queen Fiora now oversees arms manufacturing in her nation’s steel gardens, and secures her succession by training and tempering a certain fiery princess.”

Battle Princess Annie

Battle Princess Annie

“Annie revealed her magical talents before Telum’s royal court, transforming her dear teddy bear into a knight of steel and flame. Though a near-fatal display for many aristocrats, Queen Fiora embraced the child’s potential and named her successor. Annie trains to triumph in a future Coronation… and causes a fair amount of mischief for her regal mentor.”

LoL Battle Queen 2024 Skins: Price

Each skin included in the Battle Queen 2024 skin line is set to be an Epic-grade skin, which means players can grab them at 1350 RP each.

LoL Battle Queen 2024 Skins: Release Date

The new LoL Battle Queen skins are expected to be released with the upcoming League of Legends patch 14.17, which is scheduled for August 28, 2024.

100 Thieves Valorant Coach Zikz Signs 3-Year Contract Extension

Sonu Banerjee
-
0
100 Thieves Valorant Coach Zikz Signs 3-Year Contract Extension

100 Thieves has officially confirmed signing the contract extension of their star coach Anthony “Zikz” Gray with its Valorant roster. The news, which was revealed through an X post on August 14th, states that Zikz has been signed as the head coach of the organization until 2027.

“Tony is a rarity in the esports space. There are few individuals in the scene that can maintain a world-class form across different titles,” Joseph Jang, Vice President of Esports for 100 Thieves, said in a statement. “I know firsthand how much dedication, grit, and passion he brings to his craft, and I know he is the best fit to lead the future of the program.”

Despite a strong start in VCT 2024, 100 Thieves experienced a disappointing downturn in the latter half of the season. However, the organization is looking to gain an edge for the upcoming VCT season by securing their head coach early, even as Champions 2024 is underway.

100T secured victory in the VCT Stage 1 playoffs, earning a spot at Masters Shanghai. However, their momentum faltered in the VCT Stage 2 playoffs, where they fell short of success. As a result, 100T missed out on qualifying for the prestigious Valorant Champions 2024, failing to finish in the top three and lacking the necessary championship points.

“My first year as a VALORANT head coach was a valuable learning experience,” Zikz said. “We made good progress implementing my system and culture, and I’m excited to build on that foundation with the insights we gained.”

Before joining 100 Thieves, Zikz was a part of the Evil Geniuses roster who were the winners of Champions 2023. Prior to that, he guided Counter Logic Gaming to the MSI League of Legends Finals in 2016 and led them to an LCS championship in the same season.

BMPS 2024 Format Explained: A Detailed Breakdown

Hoax
-
0
BMPS 2024 Format Explained: A Detailed Breakdown

Battlegrounds Mobile India Pro Series (BMPS) 2024 – Krafton India Esports has officially revealed the BMPS 2024 format. With the tournament set to be one of the biggest esports events of the year, it is important for both teams and fans to understand the structure of the competition. The form is carefully designed so that all participants will have a chance to fairly compete against each other, and through multiple vigorous stages, only strong teams will come out winners.

BMPS 2024 Format: All Stages Explained

Following are all the stages in BMPS 2024 Format:

League Stage: Aug 20th – Sept 18th, 2024

BMPS 2024 will kick off with an intense League Stage, running from 20th August to 18th September. This stage will witness a total of 128 teams compete for the 24 slots in Semi Finals. The League Stage is divided into three rounds, progressively narrowing down the competition.

Round 1: 20th Aug – 5th Sept 

  • Teams: 128
  • Matchdays: 16

In Round 1, the 128 teams are split into two main groups, Red and Blue. Each of these groups is further divided into four sub-groups of 16 teams each. Teams in each group will compete against each other over 16 matchdays, with each group playing six matches per week. Group Blue will play during the first four days and again from 29th  August onwards. After the first week, the groups will be reshuffled to maintain a fair competition. By the end of Round 1, the top 64 teams from the overall standings will advance to Round 2.

Round 2: Sept 7th – 10th

  • Teams: 64
  • Matchdays: 4

Round 2 features 64 teams, divided into four groups of 16 teams each. Over the course of four matchdays, teams  in each group will compete against each other in six matches. The competition intensifies as only the top 48 teams from the overall standings will qualify for Round 3.

Round 3: Sept 11th – 14th

  • Teams: 48
  • Matchdays: 4

In Round 3, the remaining 48 teams are split into three groups of 16 teams each. Groups will see a reshuffle after the first two days, ensuring a fresh competitive environment for the final stretch. Each team will play a total of eight matches, with the top 24 teams from the overall standings earning a spot in the Semi-Finals.

Semi-Finals: Sept 15th – 18th, 2024

  • Teams: 24
  • Matchdays: 4

The Semi-Finals will see 24 teams divided into three groups of eight teams each. The competition will adopt a double round-robin format, with each team playing a total of 16 matches (four per day). The stakes are high as only the top 16 teams from the overall standings will move on to the Grand Finals.

BMPS 2024 Format for Grand Finals: Sept 27th – 29th, 2024 in Kochi, India

  • Teams: 16
  • Matchdays: 3
  • Location: Kochi, India

The Grand Finals of the BMPS 2024 format will take place from 27th to 29th September in Kochi, India.  After successfully navigating through rigorous league stages as well as Semi-Finals, the top 16 teams will fight it out on these three match days. Each day will feature six matches, totaling 18 matches, to determine the champion of BMPS 2024.

The BMPS 2024 format offers a fairly challenge at every stage of the competition, thus allowing only the best teams to proceed. With such an all-encompassing framework, the BMPS 2024 will be a defining moment in India’s esports calendar by showcasing top-tier talent and engrossing gameplay.

Stay updated with the latest news in gaming and esports by signing up for early access to TalkEsport’s Mobile App. Follow us on Twitter and Google News to ensure you never miss the exciting updates.

IEM Cologne 2024 Playoffs: When to Watch, Teams and Full Schedule

Sahil Ambre
-
0
IEM Cologne 2024 Playoffs: When to Watch, Teams and Full Schedule

The Intel Extreme Masters Cologne 2024 has reached an exciting juncture as the play-offs have been officially announced. This premier Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) tournament, which has been captivating fans since August 7, is set to culminate in a thrilling finale on August 18. Here’s a detailed look at the playoffs and what fans can expect.

Group Stage Highlights

This year’s IEM Cologne group stage ended by identifying six teams from two groups that emerged as strong contenders. Natus Vincere and Team Vitality have demonstrated extraordinary performance throughout their games, consequently, they directly entered the semi-finals of this event. MOUZ as well as Portuguese team SAW took second place in their respective groups creating tough quarter finals clashes.

Quarterfinal Matchups

From one round eight line-up come two top matches; SAW versus FaZe Clan at 16:45 EEST on August 16th while MOUZ will be taking on G2 Esports at exactly 20:00 EEST on the same day. Furthermore, it was only recently that G2 Esports lost to SAW with a score of 2:0 indicating their strength and resilience.

Tournament Structure and Prize Pool

This year’s IEM Cologne is divided into three phases; play-in, group stage & playoffs. The $1m competition staged at Lanxess Arena in Germany will award $400k to winners alongside being granted access to other competitions such as IEM Katowice or BLAST Premier: World Final along with others if any. Also, this is significant because for the first time Counter-Strike 2 title is used hence more excitement not only to players but also to viewers.

Official ESL CS channels and Intel Extreme Masters official website are the best sources for live coverage of the matches. Finally, the last three days will be held at Cologne’s Lanxess Arena which is famous for its electrifying atmosphere that will make it one unforgettable experience for both players and spectators.

As the Intel Extreme Masters Cologne 2024 heads into its final stages, the anticipation and excitement are palpable. With top-tier teams battling it out for glory and a substantial prize pool, fans are in for a treat. Stay tuned to the official channels for live updates and immerse yourself in the thrilling world of Counter-Strike 2.

CS2 Player Count: How Many People Play in August 2024

Sahil Ambre
-
0
CS2 Player Count: How Many People Play in August 2024

Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) is still a powerhouse in the gaming industry and captures countless gamers across many countries. As of August 2024, CS2’s player count shows that it remains popular and faces challenges. This article discusses current player statistics, trends, and factors affecting the game’s player base.

Current numbers of players

By August 13th, 2024, there were around 1.27 million active users on CS2. Nevertheless, this figure has slightly dropped from the initial global player count which was about 1.55 million at the launch of the game. Nonetheless, its audience is steady with a monthly average of approximately 1.34 million players for the past thirty days.

Peak counts

There have been times when CS2 enjoyed massive surges in its population of players. The record peak occurred in May 2023 with concurrent players numbering at about 1,802,853 players. Also, last April had one of its highest spikes ever experienced by the game as it reached the 1.61M-population mark at some point during this period. This increase can be attributed to significant events and updates that enticed people back into playing again.

Monthly trend

The daily average number of players from July to August in the year 2024 was estimated at 482043 players while the maximum headcount during this time amounted to 778305 players representing sustained growths affected by updates as well as seasonal matters hence displaying coolness within them as evidenced by figures above until now which are still around the same area since before July that year where these stood at one point three four.

Contributing Factors to Player Count

Cheating has been an ongoing problem impacting CS2’s player count over time though more than one-fifths banned by VAC still leaves discontented customers. Cheats are now a constant feature on many player’s screens and this often spoils their gaming experience as it involves them in such activities. Consequently, it has made others believe that they could shift to other forms of games with more efficient anti-cheat systems.

Another factor driving the popularity of CS2 is its free-to-play system and availability across multiple devices. It also provides room for a wider audience thereby pulling new participants and maintaining some of the old players.

The high viewership on Twitch and having a strong presence in competitive esports also significantly prop up CS2’s population of players. IEM Katowice, PGL Major Antwerp events together with other tournaments raise gamers’ interest in this game as they would begin playing after watching these matches. It shows that the higher streaming platform ratings correspond to a greater number of users playing inside it.

ESL Announces Brand Campaign in Advance of Its 25th Anniversary

Aritra Patra
-
0
ESL Announces Brand Campaign in Advance of Its 25th Anniversary

With ESL’s 25th anniversary on the horizon in 2025, ESL FACEIT Group is kicking off the celebration early by unveiling a new brand campaign inspired by the community to remind fans that, together, they are the beating heart of the new global sport.

With a global audience expected to reach 640M people in 2025, esports is continuously growing, and ESL is firmly placing fans at the center of that growth—while also reasserting its undeniable heritage as the original and leading esports company in the world.

We know from first-hand experience that the best way for fans to fall in love with esports is to actively participate in the brand, and we’ve been creating best-in-class opportunities for them to do just that since 2000. With that undeniable heritage in mind, Live Legendary positions esports as the next frontier of fandom, uniquely situated at the intersection of competitive gaming, entertainment, and culture. Legends are forged at ESL tournaments—and have been for more than two decades—which is why we encourage all of our fans to play their part by providing Gen Z and Gen A a place to connect with their friends and co-create alongside their favorite heroes.

Fabio Tambosi, Senior Vice President of Marketing, ESL FACEIT Group

Launching in conjunction with IEM Cologne, one of EFG’s most iconic tournaments where the world’s best Counter-Strike 2 squads face off for one of the most prestigious titles and a $1M prize pool, the campaign invites fans worldwide to embark on a celebratory journey honoring the impact the company has had in consistently shaping the world of esports.

ESL new brand campaign

By reimagining ESL’s global brand platform, including properties such as ESL Pro League and ESL One, the campaign taps into the brand’s singular heritage, while simultaneously recognizing just how critical its fanbase and community have been toward spurring its growth. 

“We aim to elevate the voice of our players and fans, in everything we do,” Tambosi added. “We look forward to continuing to grow our global audience of 225M fans and helping players and fans around the world fall in love with this global sport as it becomes a leading form of entertainment.”  

The brand campaign features reimagined visuals, including an original font blending ESL’s current typeface with inspiration from traditional stone carvings and inscriptions—a nod to the fact that ESL has been at the forefront since the “dawn” of the industry. Similarly, ESL will introduce custom digital statues honoring iconic game IP, players, casters, and fans—all of whom will be on hand to celebrate the campaign’s launch at IEM Cologne. 

Live Legendary is a new creative platform that reclaims ESL’s heritage as a leader in moving esports into the mainstream and making heroes of not just pro players, but also ESL fans. This is a significant and exciting chapter in ESL’s journey to the top, and we are proud of the part we have played in helping to make ESL the category-defining esports entertainment brand.

Marta Swannie, Creative Partner at Design Bridge and Partners

Fans will get their first glimpse at the all-new look during IEM Cologne and will be able to experience a unique stage takeover on Friday, August 16. Earlier that day, they are also encouraged to participate in the Fan March alongside legendary community champions as they make their way into the LANXESS arena to kick off IEM Cologne’s Playoffs.

Brimstone & Viper Hit With Huge Nerf in Valorant 9.03

Sonu Banerjee
-
0
Brimstone & Viper Hit With Huge Nerf in Valorant 9.03

The Valorant 9.03 update is here, and it has brought with it a number of interesting changes to the game that we’ve already covered yesterday.

While the update didn’t seemingly introduce any major buffs and nerfs to any of the Valorant Agents, taking a closer look at the patch notes reveal a major nerf to two of the best Controllers in the game.

The patch notes for the Valorant 9.03 update read, “We’re making improvements to abilities that spread along the ground like Brimstone’s Incendiary and Viper’s Snakebite.” Furthermore, the devs mention that moving forward, “these abilities should spread more consistently and only apply damage in places that are consistent with the visuals.”

This change may seem like a QoL update at first, but seems to have some serious impact in certain in-game scenarios.

Valorant 9.03 Update: Brimstone & Viper Nerfs Explained

valorant viper

The impact of this change is evident on most maps when mollying one side of a door or wall. Previously, Viper and Brimstone could molly one side, and the flames (or poison) would automatically spread to the other, making it challenging to hold certain angles without the risk of getting mollied out. However, following the update, the mollies no longer spread to the other side.

A user on X highlighted the Ascent door as an example when discussing this nerf. Previously, they could throw a molly on one side of the closing doors on Ascent, and it would still spread to the other side. However, with the latest update, this is no longer possible, making it a clear nerf.

While it’s unlikely that this change will impact the pick rates of Brimstone and Viper in competitive lobbies, the full extent of the nerf still remains to be seen.

All Minecraft Crosshair Codes in Valorant

Sonu Banerjee
-
0
All Minecraft Crosshair Codes in Valorant

If you’ve been playing Valorant for a while, then you’ve probably come across all sorts of different crosshairs during your sessions. From small, precise crosshairs that are meant to complement your aiming skills to sillier creations that turn your crosshair into a pair of glasses, the Valorant community has shown incredible creativity in designing custom crosshairs in the game.

The Minecraft crosshairs in Valorant have been getting a lot of attention lately, with a lot of players opting to go for the Steve crosshair and the default Minecraft crosshair. If you’re looking to join the ranks of players using the Minecraft crosshairs to spice up your gameplay, we have you covered.

In this article, we have showcased the best Minecraft crosshair codes that you can use in Valorant.

Valorant Minecraft Crosshair Codes

Below, we have listed out the Minecraft crosshair codes that you can add to your Valorant crosshair collection.

Default Minecraft crosshair

  • Code: 0;s;1;P;h;0;0l;12;0o;0;0a;1;0f;0;1b;0;S;c;4;s;0.701

Minecraft Steve crosshair

  • Code: 0;P;c;8;u;105141FF;t;3;o;1;b;1;f;0;m;1;0t;10;0l;10;0v;20;0g;1;0o;0;0a;0.6;0f;0;1t;10;1l;4;1v;10;1g;1;1o;8;1a;1;1m;0;1f;0

To use these crosshairs, simply copy the crosshair codes and paste them into your Valorant client. We also have a detailed guide on copying Valorant crosshairs that you can look at should you encounter any difficulties.

Krafton India Esports Announces BMPS 2024

Hoax
-
0
Krafton India Esports Announces BMPS 2024

Krafton India Esports has officially announced the highly anticipated Battlegrounds Mobile India Pro Series (BMPS) 2024, marking the third iteration of this tournament series. BMPS 2024 is the third edition of this tournament, and it will take place over four days, starting from 26 September to 29 September.

BMPS 2024: Every Detail We Know So Far

Krafton India Esports will be hosting the grand finals of BMPS 2024 in the vibrant city of Kochi, India, the perfect setting for one of the biggest esports events in the region. Notably, the organizers have slightly adjusted this year’s prize pool from ₹10,000,000 in BMPS 2023 INR to ₹20,000,000 INR (approximately $239,560 USD), which is double of the previous season. With increased stakes, the tournament remains a significant opportunity for top-tier talent from across the country, all competing for a share of the substantial rewards.

The BMPS has a past record of intense rivalry and remarkable performances. In its inaugural edition, Team Soul emerged victorious, setting a high standard for future tournaments. Following edition saw Blind Esports clinch the title with utter dominance.

The BGMI Esports scene is all heated up with BGMS Season 3 just recently concluded. The announcement of BMPS 2024 has further fueled the fire and generated significant hype in the esports community, with players and fans alike eagerly anticipating the competition. Additionally, this year’s event is all set to showcase a high level of gameplay and strategy, continuing the BMPS tradition .

Stay updated with the latest news in gaming and esports by signing up for early access to TalkEsport’s Mobile App. Follow us on Twitter and Google News to ensure you never miss the exciting updates.

1...432433434...2,054Page 433 of 2,054

EDITOR PICKS

Opinions

POPULAR CATEGORY

ABOUT US

TalkEsport is world's premier stop for esports scores, news and coverage! In the industry since 2009, TalkEsport has garnered immense authenticity and credibility, making it the top destination for Esports!

Contact us: [email protected]

FOLLOW US

© TalkEsport Media & Broadcasting (P) Ltd. All Rights Reserved 2009-2026.