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PUBG Mobile 4.2 Update: Nature Theme Mode, Groot Companion, New Vehicle, and More

PUBG Mobile has officially teased the new theme mode coming in the PUBG Mobile 4.2 update, which is expected to release in January 2026. In the in-game Quiz, players can spot several hints about this upcoming mode. The image shows a green forest area, a Groot-style AI companion, wing-shaped flying props, a new Divine Deer vehicle, a Scorpion vehicle, magical plants, and many more elements. In this article, we have decoded the Quiz image and explained how the PUBG Mobile 4.2 theme mode might look. Check the full breakdown below.

PUBG Mobile 4.2 Update: Nature Theme Mode, Groot Companion, New Vehicle, and More

Theme Mode

The Quiz image confirms that the PUBG Mobile 4.2 update will feature a nature-themed mode, filled with greenery and forest elements. Players will also get an AI-powered companion inspired by Marvel’s Groot, similar to the PowNin and Penguin companions introduced in the PUBG Mobile 4.1 update.

This theme mode will also include two new animal-based vehicles, a Divine Deer and a Scorpion. Gamers will get wing-shaped flying props as well. Additionally, there will be magical plants that players can plant and later harvest to collect supplies during matches. Overall, after the winter-themed update, PUBG Mobile is now bringing a complete nature-themed experience in the next update.

Read More: Twisted Minds Player Wa7sh Banned from PMGC 2025 Group Stage Over Alleged Cheating Incident

New Companion and Abilities

The new update will bring a Groot-style companion. This companion will replace Ponnin and will help players by reviving them and giving loot, just like before. Groot will look like a small tree character.

New Vehicles

Two new vehicles will be added in the 4.2 update:

  • Deer/Stag Vehicle: This looks like a deer and can run very fast.
  • Scorpion Vehicle: This one comes with special abilities.

Other Features

Magical Plants: Players can find magical plants in the theme mode. These plants might give supplies after you plant them and wait for them to grow.

Gamers will get the full preview of the theme mode once the PUBG Mobile 4.2 update beta launches in December 2025. The main PUBG Mobile 4.2 update is set to be released in January 2026.

Twisted Minds Player Wa7sh Banned from PMGC 2025 Group Stage Over Alleged Cheating Incident

The PUBG Mobile Global Championship PMGC 2025 has taken a dramatic turn after a major disciplinary action during the Group Stage. A player from Twisted Minds has been officially banned for allegedly gaining an unfair advantage, leading to heavy penalties for the team. The incident has become one of the most talked-about moments of this year’s tournament. Check out the full PMGC 2025 player ban details.

Twisted Minds Player Wa7sh Banned from PMGC 2025 Group Stage Over Alleged Cheating Incident

The controversy began on Day 2 of the PMGC 2025 Group Stage during Match 2 on Erangel. Twisted Minds 19-year-old player Wa7sh, whose real name is Abdullah Bassam, was accused of sneak peeking at an opponent’s device. According to officials, this was confirmed through the team’s voice recording file, which captured the moment during the match.

Because this act is considered an unfair advantage under PMGC rules, PUBG Mobile Esports took immediate action. The match faced delays on Day 3 as officials reviewed the situation before making the decision public.

Read More: Live PMGC 2025 Points Table Day 3 Red Group: Check PMGC Standings

Official Statement from PUBG Mobile Esports

PUBG Mobile Esports released a formal statement addressing the incident and explaining the penalties.

Here is the complete official statement:

“Dear PUBG MOBILE COMMUNITY. During Match 2 on the second day of the 2025 PMGC Group Stage, “Wa7sh” from Twisted Minds gained an unfair advantage against Team ARCRED by sneak peeking on a competitor’s device, as confirmed in the team voice recording file during the match.

PUBG MOBILE has a zero tolerance policy toward unsportsmanlike conduct and rule violations. “Wa7sh” has been disqualified from the tournament, in keeping with the 2025 PMGC Rulebook.

As a result, Twisted Minds will continue the remainder of the competition with their registered substitute player, and will forfeit the points accrued during the match as a penalty, as well as a 10 percent prize pool deduction. The updated standings will reflect this point deduction.

Upholding competitive integrity is our top priority, and we are committed to ensuring a fair gameplay experience for all players. PUBG MOBILE ESPORTS TEAM”

Impact on Twisted Minds

The decision has placed Twisted Minds in a difficult position. With Wa7sh disqualified, the team now has to complete the remaining matches using their registered substitute player. Along with the points forfeited from the match, they also face a 10 percent prize pool reduction. This penalty is significant, especially in a high-stakes tournament like PMGC where every point and every dollar can determine a team’s future in the championship.

The ban of Wa7sh from PMGC 2025 stands as a reminder of the strict standards upheld in competitive PUBG Mobile. Fair play is a core value of the tournament, and any violation is met with serious consequences. With Twisted Minds now forced to continue without one of their key players, the Group Stage becomes even more unpredictable.

Live PMGC 2025 Points Table Day 3 Red Group: Check PMGC Standings

PMGC 2025 Group Red Day 3 is being played today, 04 December, from 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM IST across Rondo, Erangel, and Miramar. After the six matches, the top 3 teams from the overall standings will qualify for the PMGC 2025 Grand Finals, 4th to 11th place teams move to the Last Stage, while the bottom 5 teams will be eliminated. The full PMGC 2025 Points Table has been updated, and fans can check the fastest and most accurate standings on our TalkEsports app, as well as on our Instagram page “TalkEsports”. We have also added the updated points table below in this article for quick access, so fans can easily track their favourite teams in real time. Check out the PMGC 2025 Group Red overall standings below.

Live PMGC 2025 Points Table: Group Red Day 3

Download the TalkEsports app from the Google Play Store to get the real-time PMGC 2025 points table and live standings updates:

Follow “Officialtalkesport” on Instagram for match-by-match overall standings updated instantly in our stories:

Refresh the page after each game

  • 1st – DRX – 179 Points
  • 2nd – Regnum Carya – 161 Points
  • 3rd – eArena – 137 Points
  • 4th – Team Flash – 136 Points
  • 5th – Weibo Gaming – 136 Points
  • 6th – Influence Rage – 128 Points
  • 7th – ARCRED – 127 Points
  • 8th – Burmese Ghouls – 108 Points
  • 9th – Alliance – 101 Points
  • 10th – Geekay Esports – 93 Points
  • 11th – Boars – 84 Points
  • 12th – Virtus.pro – 78 Points
  • 13th – Twisted Minds – 75 Points
  • 14th – True Rippers – 62 Points
  • 15th – ETSH – 39 Points
  • 16th – Nuclear Zone – 39 Points

Read More: PUBG Mobile 4.2 Update Beta Registrations Are Live: Check Link and Guide

PMGC 2025 Group Red Day 3: Schedule and Teams

Schedule

MatchMapGroupTime
Match 13RondoRed4:30 PM
Match 14ErangelRed5:10 PM
Match 15ErangelRed6:00 PM
Match 16ErangelRed7:00 PM
Match 17MiramarRed7:40 PM
Match 18MiramarRed8:30 PM

Group Red

TeamCountry/Region
True RippersIndia
AllianceMalaysia
Boars GamingEurope
Burmese GhoulsMyanmar
DRXSouth Korea
eArenaThailand
ETSH EsportsSouth Africa
Geekay EsportsSaudi Arabia
INFLUENCE RAGEBrazil
Nuclear ZoneEgypt
Regnum CaryaTurkey
Team FlashVietnam
Twisted MindsIraq
Virtus.ProAsia
Weibo GamingChina
ARCREDUzbekistan

The PMGC 2025 Group Stage will take place from 28 November to 4 December. A total of 32 teams are divided into two groups of 16 teams each. These teams include the remaining qualified squads from regional championships or PMGC points, as well as 9 teams from the Gauntlet Stage.

Each group will play 18 matches across 3 matchdays. The top 3 teams in each group will qualify for the Grand Finals, while teams ranked 4th-11th will advance to the Last Chance stage. The bottom 5 teams from each group will be eliminated. Group Green will play their matches from 28 to 30 November, while Group Red will compete from 2 to 4 December.

Where to Watch PUBG Mobile Global Championship 2025?

Fans can watch all the matches of the PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC) 2025 live on the official PUBG Mobile Esports YouTube channel, available in multiple languages, including English. Indian fans can also enjoy special watch parties hosted by popular creators like Snax, Zgod, Regaltos, Mazy, and Ankibot.

PMGC 2025 Group Red Day 3: Match Timings, Points Table, Maps, Where to Watch, and More

The last day of the PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC) 2025 Group Stage is here. Group Red inclduing teams like Regnum Carya, True Rippers, Weibo Gaming, and DRX, will play their last six matches today, 4 December, across Erangel, Miramar, and Rondo from 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM IST. After the first two days, Regnum Carya is leading the table with a total of 111 points, followed by DRX with 110. India’s True Rippers is currently sitting at 14th place with 40 points in six matches. Here is the full PMGC 2025 Group Red Day 3 schedule, teams, where to watch, and more.

PMGC 2025 Group Red Day 3: Schedule and Teams

Schedule

MatchMapGroupTime
Match 13RondoRed4:30 PM
Match 14ErangelRed5:10 PM
Match 15ErangelRed6:00 PM
Match 16ErangelRed7:00 PM
Match 17MiramarRed7:40 PM
Match 18MiramarRed8:30 PM

Read More: PUBG Mobile 4.2 Update Beta Registrations Are Live: Check Link and Guide

PMGC 2025 Group Red Overall Standings

  • 1st Place – Regnum Carya – 111 Points
  • 2nd Place – DRX – 110 Points
  • 3rd Place – Team Flash – 107 Points
  • 4th Place – eArena – 96 Points
  • 5th Place – Weibo Gaming – 88 Points
  • 6th Place – INFLUENCE RAGE – 84 Points
  • 7th Place – ARCRED – 79 Points
  • 8th Place – Geekay Esports – 76 Points
  • 9th Place – Burmese Ghouls – 64 Points
  • 10th Place – Twisted Minds – 60 Points
  • 11th Place – Alliance – 58 Points
  • 12th Place – Boars Gaming – 50 Points
  • 13th Place – Virtus.pro – 42 Points
  • 14th Place – True Rippers – 40 Points
  • 15th Place – ETSH – 27 Points
  • 16th Place – Nuclear Zone – 24 Points

The PMGC 2025 Group Stage will take place from 28 November to 4 December. A total of 32 teams are divided into two groups of 16 teams each. These teams include the remaining qualified squads from regional championships or PMGC points, as well as 9 teams from the Gauntlet Stage.

Each group will play 18 matches across 3 matchdays. The top 3 teams in each group will qualify for the Grand Finals, while teams ranked 4th-11th will advance to the Last Chance stage. The bottom 5 teams from each group will be eliminated. Group Green will play their matches from 28 to 30 November, while Group Red will compete from 2 to 4 December.

Where to Watch PUBG Mobile Global Championship 2025?

Fans can watch all the matches of the PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC) 2025 live on the official PUBG Mobile Esports YouTube channel, available in multiple languages, including English. Indian fans can also enjoy special watch parties hosted by popular creators like Snax, Zgod, Regaltos, Mazy, and Ankibot.

CS2 Budapest Major Stage 3 Pick’Ems Guide

With Stage 3 of the Counter-Strike 2 Budapest Major 2025 being just around the corner, Pick’Ems for the penultimate stage of the tournament have already kicked off. CS2 players only have a few hours left to lock in their predictions, with the submission deadline for the stage closing just before the first series of games kicks off.

If you’ve managed to get at least five picks correct in both the first two stages of the event, you should still be in contention for the prestigious Diamond coin. And even if the Diamond is out of reach, you may still have a solid shot at securing the Gold coin.

Regardless of how your previous predictions turned out, you should try to get in your picks for Budapest Major Stage 3 to have the best chance at upgrading your Tournament Coin and securing as many Souvenir Packages as possible.

Similar to the last two stages, players need to score at least five correct picks out of the ten total picks to maintain their coin progression for the Pick’Ems challenge.

In this guide, we break down our predictions for the CS2 Budapest Major Stage 3 Pick’Ems. 

Budapest Major Stage 3 Pick’Ems Guide

Before we get into our picks for Budapest Major Stage 3, it’s important to note that this stage will be as challenging and unpredictable to predict as the first two stages due to the inherently volatile format of the event. For the same reasons, you should brace yourself for upsets, which is a common occurrence in BO1 games.

Without further ado, let’s get into our guide for CS2 Budapest Major 2025 Stage 3.

Budapest Major Stage 3 Picks

Below, we have listed our picks for the CS2 Budapest Major 2025 Stage 3:

  • 3-0 Picks: Vitality, FURIA
  • 0-3 Picks: Passion UA, Team Liquid
  • Qualifying Picks: Team Falcons, MOUZ, FaZe Clan, NAVI, G2 Esports, Team Spirit

Vitality is probably the safest choice for the 3-0 spot and remains the tournament favorite for many. However, their form has been rather turbulent recently, dropping games they shouldn’t have, so locking them into this slot still carries risk. FURIA is our second pick for the undefeated spot, given the exceptional individual performances shown by everyone on the roster recently. They also took home consecutive trophies this year with FISSURE Playground, IEM Chengdu, and Blast Rivals.

We’ve locked Passion UA and Team Liquid as our picks for the 0-3 spots. Neither team performed convincingly in Stage 2, and both barely managed to reach Stage 3 with a tight 3-2 finish.

As the qualifying picks, we’ve chosen Falcons, MOUZ, FaZe, NAVI, G2, and Team Spirit. While the Falcons can easily go through the entire stage undefeated, the rest of the teams are likely to drop a game or two, but should still have more than enough firepower to advance.

These were our picks for Stage 3 of the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 Pick’Ems. Be sure to do your own research before locking in your picks, and always be aware of the possibility that the picks we lock in can end up being wrong.

Snowball Fight Mode Returns to Valorant This Christmas: Leaks

The Snowball Fight game mode is set to make its return to Valorant this festive season, as per recent leaks from multiple sources.

The fan-favorite game mode is returning to the competitive shooter nearly five years after its initial debut, sparking a sense of nostalgia among veterans, while new players can indulge in a fresh holiday experience.

While Riot Games has yet to officially confirm the return of the Snowball Fight game mode to Valorant, prominent dataminers have revealed that fans will be able to jump back into the winter-themed battlefield once the holiday update rolls out.

Valorant Snowball Fight Game Mode Returns

The Snowball Fight mode was undoubtedly one of the most popular limited-time modes ever introduced in Valorant.

For the uninitiated, Snowball Fight was a team deathmatch-style game mode that split 10 players into two teams, with the first team to reach 50 kills declared the winner. However, unlike your standard Team Deathmatch mode, players are unable to use regular weapons or abilities in this mode. Instead, everyone is equipped with a Snowball Launcher with infinite ammo, though only one shot can be fired between each reload. Each snowball fired from the launcher instantly kills enemies upon hitting. Additionally, the mode also features several power-ups that players can pick up for temporary buffs.

Players who took part in the original Snowball Fight event were able to earn the exclusive Snow Bro Gun Buddy. Whether Riot plans to introduce any new rewards this time around remains to be seen.

Valorant Snowball Fight Game Mode Release Date

Riot Games hasn’t disclosed the release date for the Valorant Snowball Fight game mode at the time of writing. However, it’s safe to assume that the mode will return to Valorant within the next couple of weeks.

How to Fix Muffled Audio in Valorant

Muffled audio in Valorant really takes away your competitive edge. It gets tough to locate the enemies and communicate with your teammates. Fortunately, this common problem has a few surefire solutions that you can try quickly.

In this article, we will discuss how to fix muffled audio step by step in Valorant. Keep reading till the end.

How to Fix Muffled Audio in Valorant

First of all, investigate the Valorant audio settings themselves. Open Settings, go into the Audio tab, and make sure the volume sliders are all maxed out. More to the point, however, check your selection for an input device-especially if you use wireless headphones. One very important discovery from community troubleshooting is that the selection of certain Bluetooth devices as an input device results in muffled, low-volume output audio. If you use one such device, try changing your voice input device to your laptop’s internal microphone instead, which often resolves this issue completely.​

Audio bugs that arose with the Valorant 7.07 patch were specifically because of a conflict between Valorant’s HRTF surround sound system and external spatial audio software. To fix, disable Dolby Atmos and Windows Sonic through your system’s spatial sound settings. Having both on and operating is double processing that deteriorates audio quality. Head into Windows Start > Change System Sounds > Playback tab > Right-click your device > Properties > Spatial sound > Set to “Off”.​

Outdated drivers are one of the top culprits for causing muffled audio. Open Device Manager, and under “Audio Inputs and Outputs,” right-click on your audio device and select “Update Driver.” You should also make sure to disable “Reduce Volume by 80%” in your sound settings under the Windows accessibility feature. Some of those experiencing Bluetooth headphones connectivity also reported success by unchecking “Handsfree Telephony” in device properties, which downgraded audio quality to telephone.​

If these steps do not work, then run the repair option within the launcher for Valorant’s game files, restart your PC, or, as a last resort, reinstall Valorant. Since Valorant usually sees many updates in a short span, some audio issues fix themselves after patches. So, before taking any further drastic measures, check for the latest game patches.

Free Fire OB52 Advance Server: Expected Release Date and Website

Free Fire OB52 Advance Server is expected to release soon, as the official OB52 update is scheduled for January 2026 and will feature a Jujutsu Kaisen collaboration. The FF Advance Server is a special test server that Garena releases before every major update to check new features and gameplay changes. It usually comes out 18–20 days before the main update. To join the FF Advance Server, gamers must register first. After registration, they will receive a Free Fire OB52 Advance Server Activation Code. Once the download becomes available, players can use this code to access the server and test the upcoming update.

Free Fire OB52 Advance Server: Expected Release Date and Website

The Free Fire OB52 Advance Server is expected to be released in the last week of December 2025. Garena usually opens the test server around 15 to 20 days before the main update, and this pattern has remained the same for almost every OB update. Since the OB52 major update is likely to arrive on 15 January 2026, the Advance Server should open between 26 December and 31 December 2025. This timeline matches the usual gap seen during previous updates like OB51, OB50, and OB49.

The Advance Server generally runs for 10 to 14 days, giving players enough time to test new features, report bugs, and share feedback. Keeping this in mind, the OB52 Advance Server may remain open until the first week of January 2026. Players will need an Activation Code to enter, which Garena provides only after registration. Overall, late December 2025 is the most accurate expected window for the OB52 Advance Server.

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How to register and get the Free Fire OB52 Advance Server Activation Code

To join the FF Advance Server, players must register on the official Advance Server website. This special server lets gamers test new features before they come to the main game. However, entry is limited, so Garena gives Free Fire Advance Server Activation Codes only to selected players. These codes help control the number of users and ensure the test runs smoothly.

To register, visit the official Advance Server page when the OB52 server goes live. Log in using your Facebook or Google account that is linked to your in-game ID. After logging in, enter your active email address and tap the “Join Now” button. If your registration is approved, Garena will show your Activation Code on the screen. Copy this code and keep it safe. You will need to paste it inside the Advance Server APK to log in. Without this code, you cannot access the test server.

Live PMGC 2025 Points Table Day 2 Red Group: Check PMGC Standings

PMGC 2025 Group Red Day 2 is here. A total of six matches will be played today, 03 December, from 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM IST across Rondo, Erangel, and Miramar. True Rippers, Weibo Gaming, Regnum Carya, eArena, and INFLUENCE RAGE are playing in this group. The full PMGC 2025 Points Table has been updated, and fans can check the fastest and most accurate standings on our TalkEsports app, as well as on our Instagram page “TalkEsports”. We have also added the updated points table below in this article for quick access, so fans can easily track their favourite teams in real time. Check out the PMGC 2025 Group Red overall standings below.

Live PMGC 2025 Points Table: Group Red Day 2

Download the TalkEsports app from the Google Play Store to get the real-time PMGC 2025 points table and live standings updates:

Follow “Officialtalkesport” on Instagram for match-by-match overall standings updated instantly in our stories:

Refresh the page after each game

  • 1st Place – Regnum Carya – 111 Points
  • 2nd Place – DRX – 110 Points
  • 3rd Place – Team Flash – 107 Points
  • 4th Place – eArena – 96 Points
  • 5th Place – Weibo Gaming – 88 Points
  • 6th Place – INFLUENCE RAGE – 84 Points
  • 7th Place – ARCRED – 79 Points
  • 8th Place – Geekay Esports – 76 Points
  • 9th Place – Burmese Ghouls – 64 Points
  • 10th Place – Twisted Minds – 60 Points
  • 11th Place – Alliance – 58 Points
  • 12th Place – Boars Gaming – 50 Points
  • 13th Place – Virtus.pro – 42 Points
  • 14th Place – True Rippers – 40 Points
  • 15th Place – ETSH – 27 Points
  • 16th Place – Nuclear Zone – 24 Points

Read More: PUBG Mobile 4.2 Update Beta Registrations Are Live: Check Link and Guide

PMGC 2025 Group Red Day 2: Schedule and Teams

Schedule

MatchMapGroupTime
Match 7RondoRed4:30 PM
Match 8ErangelRed5:10 PM
Match 9ErangelRed6:00 PM
Match 10ErangelRed7:00 PM
Match 11MiramarRed7:40 PM
Match 12MiramarRed8:30 PM

Group Red

TeamCountry/Region
True RippersIndia
AllianceMalaysia
Boars GamingEurope
Burmese GhoulsMyanmar
DRXSouth Korea
eArenaThailand
ETSH EsportsSouth Africa
Geekay EsportsSaudi Arabia
INFLUENCE RAGEBrazil
Nuclear ZoneEgypt
Regnum CaryaTurkey
Team FlashVietnam
Twisted MindsIraq
Virtus.ProAsia
Weibo GamingChina
ARCREDUzbekistan

The PMGC 2025 Group Stage will take place from 28 November to 4 December. A total of 32 teams are divided into two groups of 16 teams each. These teams include the remaining qualified squads from regional championships or PMGC points, as well as 9 teams from the Gauntlet Stage.

Each group will play 18 matches across 3 matchdays. The top 3 teams in each group will qualify for the Grand Finals, while teams ranked 4th-11th will advance to the Last Chance stage. The bottom 5 teams from each group will be eliminated. Group Green will play their matches from 28 to 30 November, while Group Red will compete from 2 to 4 December.

Where to Watch PUBG Mobile Global Championship 2025?

Fans can watch all the matches of the PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC) 2025 live on the official PUBG Mobile Esports YouTube channel, available in multiple languages, including English. Indian fans can also enjoy special watch parties hosted by popular creators like Snax, Zgod, Regaltos, Mazy, and Ankibot.

Team Liquid Partners with UNICEF to Promote Global Education Through Gaming

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Team Liquid has announced a new global partnership with UNICEF, the world’s largest children’s rights organization, aimed at promoting quality education and empowering young people through gaming. The collaboration will feature charity streams, in-game activations, and special events centered on UNICEF’s Sustainable Development Goal “Quality Education,” leveraging Team Liquid’s esports talent and digital reach to engage young gamers worldwide.

The partnership was officially revealed during the Intel x Team Liquid World Tour event in London. Speaking at the event, Team Liquid founder and Co-CEO Victor Goossens highlighted the personal and cultural impact gaming has had on his life, noting the organization’s commitment to creating positive opportunities for young people. “Everyone at Team Liquid believes in the transformative power of gaming,” Goossens said. “We are honored to partner with UNICEF and help support children around the world in reaching their full potential.”

By uniting Team Liquid’s connection with digital-native audiences and UNICEF’s global expertise in children’s rights, digital safety, and inclusive education, the organizations aim to harness gaming’s accessibility to inspire and uplift the next generation. For Team Liquid, the initiative aligns with its long-standing “esports for all” mission and follows previous youth-focused efforts including collaborations with the Boys and Girls Club USA and hosting educational esports events.

UNICEF sees the alliance as a powerful opportunity to mobilize gaming communities for global good. “We are excited to partner with Team Liquid to advocate and raise vital funds for the world’s most vulnerable children,” said Sebastien Lyon, Chief of Corporate Partnerships at PFP, UNICEF. “Together, we aim to inspire a generation by engaging them in the spaces where they play and connect, and empowering them to turn awareness into impact.”

The first major activation of the partnership will launch on November 20—World Children’s Day—when Team Liquid creators and talent will begin a two-week charity streaming initiative. Additional campaign elements, including UNICEF-supported in-game integrations, are expected to be revealed shortly after.

Team Liquid and UNICEF are calling on the global gaming community to join them in championing a world where every child has the opportunity to play, learn, and thrive.