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NAVI eliminates G2 to book a spot in the semi-finals of the Blast World Finals

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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NAVI eliminates G2 to book a spot in the semi-finals of the Blast World Finals

With both teams coming off the back of two heartfelt losses, G2 and NAVI look to bounce back with a spot in the semi-finals on the line. G2 went through a miserable loss after cutting it close against FaZe while NAVI had a more reasonable loss, especially during this transition era with several new faces who are not used to tier 1 CS.

Map Veto

  • Natus Vincere removed Vertigo
  • G2 removed Mirage
  • Natus Vincere picked Anubis
  • G2 picked Inferno
  • Natus Vincere removed Ancient
  • G2 removed Overpass
  • Nuke was left over

Map 1: Anubis (Pick: NAVI, Win: G2, Final Score: 16-13)

NAVI started the game in stellar fashion, dominating G2 across the first five rounds before m0nesy came up with an insane 1v5 clutch to put G2 on the board. G2 picked up some momentum off the back of m0nesy’s clutch that saw them get up to 6 rounds before the half came to an end. Following their initial streak of rounds, NAVI managed to pick up one more before switching to the offense.

G2 continued on the trend of losing out rounds early on before they got back to their winning ways, except they were cutting it too close. NAVI had iM and w0nderful firing on all cylinders that helped them reach map point before G2, pushing them into a round where NAVI lost to a force buy that enabled G2 to push the game to OT. Once in OT, G2 started on the CT side and let only a single round slip winning the remains ones to ensure they win NAVI’s map pick. w0nderful posted a rating of 1.33 with 26 frags to his name couldn’t push it over the line for his team against a well-drilled G2 side.

Map 2: Inferno (Pick: G2, Win NAVI:, Final Score: 13-11)

G2 kicked off with a strong T side, winning 5 rounds right off the bat before NAVI picked up their first. G2 went back on their habit of leaving the bomb alone which let Aleksib pull off a ninja defuse on the 7th round shifting the momentum towards NAVI who were able to pick up 5 rounds as opposed to 7 of G2 thereby putting up a very respectable scoreline before moving onto the second half.

G2 dropped the ball entirely in the second half as they failed to put together consecutive rounds on more than one occasion which led to NAVI making a comeback. b1t stood out as the best player for NAVI playing in the apartments and putting up incredible numbers. NAVI reached the map point first, just like the first map but G2 this time around came close to going to OT but got shut down instead. NAVI took us to a 3rd map after winning Inferno with a 13-11 scoreline.

Map 3: Nuke(Pick: Decider, Win: NAVI, Final Score: 13-6)

A topsy-turvy start to the final map of the series saw both teams trading force buy rounds until NAVI were able to put together a 5 in a row starting the 5th round. NiKo, who was their hero on this map the last time round lost most of his battle outside to iM giving G2 a lot less to work with thus narrowing down their offense towards the A site and ramp. NAVI edged out the first half with a 7-5 score.

Onto the second half, NAVI had G2’s number on every step of the way, despite their best efforts, Hooxi and co were not able to keep NAVI out for long as they won all the rounds on their offense except one and took no time to close out the match. A victory inspired by iM with a rating of 2.01 and 24 frags, saw NAVI book a place in the semi-finals as G2 bowed out of the tournament.

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How to Complete Fortnite Ship It! Express Challenges?

Aritra Patra
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How to Complete Fortnite Ship It! Express Challenges?

Winterfest 2023 in Fortnite has rolled out a frosty treat for its players with the introduction of the exhilarating “Ship It! Express” Limited Time Mode (LTM). This new gameplay mode, a part of Fortnite’s ever-expanding ecosystem, has been dropped into the Winterfest 2023 update, surprising players who were only anticipating a routine set of challenges and gifts.

The Ship It! Express LTM, aligning with the festive spirit, promises a unique Battle Royale experience where every throwable item ever featured in Fortnite becomes your arsenal. The goal? Be the last one standing amidst the chaos of flying throwables like Clingers, Firefly Jars, Stink Bombs, and Grenades​​.

How to Complete Fortnite Ship It! Express Challenges?

Getting started with Ship It! Express LTM is straightforward. Here’s a quick guide to jump into the action:

  • Navigate to the Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1 playlist menu.
  • Use the Search button on the top bar and type “Ship It!” Hit Enter.
  • Alternatively, scroll to experiences under the Epic Games category to find the LTM.
  • Once the LTM screen appears, click on “Select.”
  • You can play solo by selecting “No Fill” or opt for random teammates in “Fill” mode.
  • Ready up and dive into the Winterfest 2023’s special LTM​​.

When playing with teammates is recommended to have a backup for continuously bombarding opponents with a wide range of throwables. The LTM is available until January 2, 2024, so make the most of this frosty battlefield while it lasts​​.

Winterfest 2023 isn’t just about battling it out in the LTM; it’s also an opportunity to complete unique quests and earn holiday rewards. The Ship It! Express Snapshot is a quest chain that needs completion for bonus goals.

These tasks are quite straightforward, although they might require a few games to visit every required location. The steps involve tasks like visiting Ship It! Express locations, investigating stolen present stashes, and conversing with Holiday Boxy about stolen boxes​​​​.

One crucial task in the quest chain is visiting a Ship It! Express location. This can be found on the Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1: Underground map. The key location to complete this challenge is between Pleasant Piazza and Fencing Fields, where players need to drop down and enter the large Ship It! Express warehouse to complete the challenge​​.

MOUZ Dominates Cloud9 2-0, Securing Semi-Final Spot BLAST Premier World Finals 2023

Sonu Banerjee
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MOUZ Dominates Cloud9 2-0, Securing Semi-Final Spot BLAST Premier World Finals 2023

The quarterfinal clash between MOUZ and Cloud9 in the ongoing BLAST Premier World Final 2023 has concluded, with the former emerging victorious and advancing to the semifinals while the latter is eliminated from the event.

Did you miss the action live? We have you covered. Here’s everything that went down during the series.

Map Veto

  • MOUZ removed Anubis
  • Cloud9 removed Vertigo
  • MOUZ picked Mirage
  • Cloud9 picked Ancient
  • MOUZ removed Inferno
  • Cloud9 removed Nuke
  • Overpass was left over

Game 1: Mirage (Pick: MOUZ, Win: MOUZ, Final Score: 13-1)

The first half of Mirage seemed pretty one-sided as MOUZ left no room for mistakes for their enemies to capitalize on. In fact, despite a couple of extremely close rounds, Cloud9 could only manage to win a single round on the T-side before proceeding to the second half of the game.

The second pistol round of the game was also won by MOUZ, which enabled them to take the first map of the series with a score of 13-1 in their favor.

Kamil “siuhy” Szkaradek reigned at the top of the scoreboard with 17 kills and only 6 deaths.

Game 2: Ancient (Pick: Cloud9, Win: , Final Score: )

Cloud9 regained their composure heading into Ancient as they kicked off their map pick with a strong 4-0 lead before MOUZ managed to put up their first round on the board. Cloud9 could widen their lead to 7-1 before MOUZ retaliated and took consecutive rounds to end the half with 5 rounds in their bag.

After grabbing the pistol round in the second half, MOUZ managed to equalize the game 7-7 after an extremely slim post-plant victory in the 14th round. It wasn’t before long that MOUZ picked up their pace once again, winning back-to-back rounds to close out the game 13-7 in their favor.

Ádám “torzsi” Torzsás ruled the scoreboard on the second map with 17 kills and 10 deaths.

With this victory, MOUZ  is set to face off against FaZe in the semi-finals of the BLAST Premier World Final 2023 on December 16, 2023, at 15:00 UTC.

Also Read | Vitality Take Down Cloud9 2-0 To Secure Semi Final Spot in BLAST Premier

Inzicht in de opkomst van casino’s zonder Cruks in het Nederlandse online gokken

Aathityaa Swaminathan
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Inzicht in de opkomst van casino’s zonder Cruks in het Nederlandse online gokken

Nederland heeft recentelijk een significante ontwikkeling doorgemaakt met de opkomst van casino zonder Cruks. Dit roept intrigerende vragen op over waarom Nederlandse spelers zich aangetrokken voelen tot deze platforms. Zijn het de aantrekkelijke bonussen, de diversiteit aan spelaanbod, of is het juist de meer ontspannen speelomgeving die hen lokt? Tegelijkertijd zijn er veel vragen over de impact van deze ongereguleerde casino’s op de gevestigde, gelicentieerde online gokmarkt. Hoe beïnvloedt deze verschuiving de marktdynamiek? En wat betekent dit voor de toekomst van online gokken in Nederland? 

Veranderingen en uitdagingen: De rol van het casino zonder Cruks

Zonder licentie, of zonder Cruks, casino’s vertegenwoordigen een uniek segment binnen de online gokindustrie. Ze functioneren buiten de reguliere kaders, wat betekent dat ze niet onderworpen zijn aan de gebruikelijke overheidscontroles en regelgeving in Nederland. Deze onafhankelijkheid biedt hen de flexibiliteit om een diversiteit aan spellen en betalingsopties aan te bieden die mogelijk niet beschikbaar zijn op traditionele platforms. Deze spellen variëren van geavanceerde gokkasten tot live dealer spellen, die een realistische casino-ervaring bieden vanuit het comfort van huis. Bovendien hebben deze casino’s vaak minder strikte beperkingen op stortingen en opnames, wat een soepelere en toegankelijkere ervaring tijdens het gokken mogelijk maakt.

Het innovatieve karakter van casino’s zonder Cruks komt volgens dit artikel op www.casinoszondercruks.com ook tot uiting in hun benadering van klantenbinding. Ze maken vaak gebruik van geavanceerde technologieën zoals VR en AR om een meeslepende gokervaring te bieden, en implementeren geavanceerde AI-systemen om gepersonaliseerde bonussen en promoties te leveren. De gebruiksvriendelijkheid, toegankelijkheid, minder strenge verificatieprocessen, snellere registratie en de mogelijkheid om anoniemer te blijven van niet-CRUKS-platforms zijn belangrijke trekpleisters.

De impact op de Nederlandse online gokwereld

De nieuwe spelers in de markt trekken een aanzienlijk aantal gokkers aan, wat leidt tot verhoogde concurrentie voor gelicentieerde sites. Deze trend vertegenwoordigt zowel kansen als uitdagingen voor de industrie en haar spelers. De verschuiving in het speelveld brengt een reeks van complexe vraagstukken met zich mee. Hoe reageren traditionele casino’s op deze nieuwe concurrentie? Welke strategieën worden ingezet om hun marktaandeel te behouden of te vergroten? En belangrijker nog, hoe wordt de kwaliteit en veiligheid van online gokken beïnvloed door deze ongereguleerde markten? 

De reactie van gelicentieerde casino’s op nieuwe concurrenten

Traditionele casino’s reageren op deze nieuwe concurrentie door hun dienstverlening te verbeteren en te innoveren. Ze investeren in geavanceerdere technologieën, verbeteren hun klantenservice en breiden hun aanbod aan spellen uit. Veel traditionele casino’s zijn ook bezig met het ontwikkelen van mobiele apps en het optimaliseren van hun websites om de gebruikerservaring te verbeteren en zo meer spelers aan te trekken. Om hun marktaandeel te behouden of te vergroten, implementeren gelicentieerde casino’s vaak agressievere marketingstrategieën en loyaliteitsprogramma’s. Ze bieden aantrekkelijkere bonussen, promoties en VIP-programma’s om zowel nieuwe als bestaande klanten te kunnen behouden. Bovendien zoeken sommige traditionele casino’s partnerschappen en samenwerkingen met softwareontwikkelaars om exclusieve spelcontent te creëren, wat hen een uniek voordeel op de markt geeft.

Als het gaat om de kwaliteit en veiligheid van online gokken, werpen ongereguleerde casino’s verschillende zorgen op. Er is een verhoogd risico op oneerlijke spelpraktijken en minder transparantie in speluitkomsten bij niet-gelicentieerde sites. Dit kan leiden tot een gebrek aan vertrouwen bij spelers en potentieel schadelijke gevolgen voor de reputatie van de online gokindustrie als geheel. Om deze uitdagingen aan te gaan, werken reguliere casino’s nauw samen met regelgevende instanties om de veiligheidsnormen te handhaven en vertrouwen bij spelers te versterken. Ze benadrukken ook het belang van verantwoord gokken en bieden hulpmiddelen en ondersteuning aan spelers die mogelijk problemen ondervinden met gokken.

Regulering van gokken zonder Cruks

Er zijn voortdurende discussies en debatten over hoe de Nederlandse overheid deze vorm van online gokken zonder Cruks zou moeten benaderen, met potentieel verstrekkende gevolgen voor de toekomst van deze platforms. Een van de centrale onderwerpen in deze discussies is de noodzaak om een evenwicht te vinden tussen regulering en innovatie. Deskundigen en beleidsmakers debatteren over de vraag of een strengere regulering nodig is om consumentenbescherming te waarborgen of dat een meer ontspannen benadering kan bijdragen aan een bloeiende en competitieve markt.

Een ander belangrijk aspect van deze debatten betreft de potentiële economische voordelen van niet gelicentieerde casino’s. Sommigen beweren dat deze platforms economische groei kunnen stimuleren en nieuwe belastinginkomsten kunnen genereren voor de overheid. Tegelijkertijd zijn er zorgen over de maatschappelijke impact, met name de risico’s op gokverslaving en de andere uitdagingen op het gebied van verantwoord gokken zonder Cruks. Vragen over de eerlijkheid van de spellen, de bescherming van persoonlijke en financiële gegevens van spelers, en de effectiviteit van klantenservice zijn prominente onderwerpen. De uitkomst van deze gesprekken zal van cruciaal belang zijn voor het bepalen van de richting van de online gokindustrie in het land.

Verantwoord gokken: Uitdagingen en oplossingen in een nieuwe gokomgeving

Een kritiek aspect dat aandacht verdient in de discussie over niet gelicentieerde casino’s is de veiligheid van de spelers en de praktijken van verantwoord gokken. Het is daarom van het grootste belang dat spelers zich bewust zijn van de risico’s en proactief stappen ondernemen om zichzelf te beschermen. Een eerste stap is het grondig onderzoeken van het casino voordat men zich registreert. Dit houdt in het lezen van gebruikersbeoordelingen, het controleren van de reputatie van het casino op online fora, en het onderzoeken van de geschiedenis van het bedrijf. Spelers moeten ook aandacht besteden aan de aanwezigheid van betrouwbare betalingsopties en een responsieve klantenservice.

Een andere belangrijke strategie is het instellen van persoonlijke limieten voor stortingen, verliezen en speeltijd. Dit helpt spelers om hun gokgewoonten onder controle te houden en te voorkomen dat gokken een negatieve impact heeft op hun leven. Ook belangrijke voor spelers, is dat ze zich bewust zijn van de tekenen van gokverslaving en juridische aspecten van het spelen bij deze casino’s, inclusief de mogelijke risico’s en beperkingen met betrekking tot het uitbetalen van behaalde winsten.

Wat brengt de toekomst voor online gokken in Nederland?

Er wordt verwacht dat de voortdurende technologische vooruitgang, zoals de opkomst van blockchain-technologie en cryptovaluta, een significante impact zal hebben op de manier waarop deze ongelicenseerde casino’s opereren. Deze technologieën bieden mogelijkheden voor verhoogde transparantie en beveiliging, wat aantrekkelijk kan zijn voor spelers die op zoek zijn naar alternatieven voor de traditionele betaalmethoden. Een van de opkomende trends is de groeiende integratie van sociale media en online gokken. Verder is er een toenemende focus op verantwoord gokken en spelerswelzijn in de industrie. Samenwerking met regelgevende instanties, zelfs in een context zonder licentie, kan ook een sleutelrol spelen in het waarborgen van een duurzame toekomst voor online gokken in Nederland.

How to Use Skrill at Sports Betting Sites?

David Wojnicki
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How to Use Skrill at Sports Betting Sites?

When we choose a payment method at non GamStop casinos or betting sites not on Gamstop, the first thing to do is ask ourselves what our needs are and what aspects to prioritize. For some, transaction times are the most important thing, while others will tend to look favorably on low management costs, reliability and security or the possibility of use via a betting application. We will therefore analyze all the most important aspects, to be able to give you an idea and choose the right operator for you.

In the following paragraphs we will review all the features of Skrill, one of the payment methods most loved by bettors all over the world. A success due to high standards of security, speed and protection of anonymity, very important factors in the online world.

Commissions, Timing & Limits Applied by Skrill Bookmakers

Non GamStop bookmakers are not all the same and our analyzes also revealed notable differences between the operators that allow payments with Srkill in many of the parameters we took into consideration. However, a common factor was the following: none of the top operators apply commissions on deposits and withdrawals. The decisive factors for drawing up the top 5 were therefore the crediting times and the minimum and maximum transaction limits.

Among the best bookmakers it is not surprising to find William Hill, a betting institution. The low minimum limits and very high maximums confirm that it is a perfect platform for both high and low rollers. A special mention should then be reserved for Eurobet and Betway which do not have maximum limits, but are to the detriment of the user. 

Those who regularly use Skrill on betting sites are probably already aware of the fact that there is a method to make the deposit process even faster. We are talking about Skrill which allows you to send money to your online gaming account with just one click. The option is present on almost all betting portals, casinos and online slot sites that also offer the standard version of the electronic wallet and to take advantage of it simply click on the corresponding icon. The system also helps to maximize payments when using mobile devices such as tablets and smartphones.

Advantages & Disadvantages of Betting With Skrill

Do you play on the best PayPal betting sites but are you looking for an alternative for deposits and withdrawals, perhaps with higher limits? Skrill can be a valid option both for greater flexibility for transactions and because e-wallets offer a greater level of reliability for online bettors than, for example, credit or prepaid cards. Let’s explain better: think about the level of security due to the fact of not having to enter the credit card or current account details for those players who simultaneously manage more than one gaming account at a time.

Furthermore, it is easier to monitor all movements in and out of the different bookmakers – useful if, for example, you like to bet on MotoGP on one site and on football using another – and better calculate profits and losses. On the other hand, even e-wallets are not all the same, and paying bets with Skrill can have very specific advantages and disadvantages.

FaZe comeback against G2 to reach Semi-Finals of Blast World Premier

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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FaZe comeback against G2 to reach Semi-Finals of Blast World Premier

Two winners from Group B, FaZe and G2 took on each other in the upper bracket finals for a spot in the semi-finals of the Blast Premier World Finals. FaZe Clan made an incredible comeback after losing out on Inferno, Karrigan and the gang came out found themselves at a disadvantage on both maps that followed by were able to rob a victory right under G2’s nose.

Map Veto

  • G2 removed Overpass
  • FaZe removed Vertigo
  • G2 picked Inferno
  • FaZe picked Nuke
  • G2 removed Mirage
  • FaZe removed Ancient
  • Anubis was left over

Map 1: Inferno (Pick: G2 , Win: G2, Final Score: 13-7)

Inferno was one of G2’s go-to maps earlier but now with the addition of Nexa, they look to make it their playground once again. G2 got off to a strong start with a pistol-round victory. Hooxi despite failing to put up good numbers, called a well-coordinated T side that left FaZe’s defence without any answers. Nexa’s addition as an entry paid off as the phenomenal T side closed with an 8-4 scoreline.

G2 picked up their form from the first half and sailed to Map Point before FaZe could get a round on the board. NiKo after a disastrous Day 1, showed up with a completely different form, standing out as the best player for the team with 18 kills on the board and a rating of 1.64 in his comfort role of a lurker. G2 won their pick with a convincing 13-7 scoreline.

Map 2: Nuke (Pick: FaZe, Win: FaZe, Final Score: 13-10)

Nuke could be described as a NiKo show but a glowing underperformance from the rest of the G2 crew. G2’s defense was nothing short of solid. Having posted 8 rounds, they looked well poised to close the map once they went to their offense. They picked up 8 rounds even after losing the pistol and lost two more right before closing the half, making an 8-4 switch.

FaZe were able to turn the tides on their defence winning 6 rounds in a row as G2 lost their four-round lead. NiKo put up one of the most extraordinary displays of recent times putting up 30 kills and a rating of 1.84 but still failed to put it over the line on the T side. FaZe made both sides look like a fortress despite NiKo’s best efforts and finally closed the map with a 13-10 scoreline.

Map 3: Anubis (Pick: Decider, Win: FaZe, Final Score: 16-13)

FaZe started strong with a pistol-round victory and followed up with 3 more rounds before G2 could put a round on the board. Hooxi and co. were able to figure out FaZe’s defense with time but that wasn’t enough to close the first half with a lead as FaZe hit back to close the half with a 6-6 scoerline.

The second half saw a much closer contest with both teams trading blows and the shifting momentum made it hard to predict a winner as both teams looked well-equipped to take on each other. G2 reached map point first with 3 rounds in hand but FaZe made a comeback to push the game to OT. G2 looked like a team that had already lost and did nothing but win a single round before FaZe closed the map with a significant victory that will see them book a place in the semi-finals as G2 finds themselves in the quarters.

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Fortnite X TMNT Collab: All you need to know

Aritra Patra
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Fortnite X TMNT Collab: All you need to know

Epic Games is ending the year on a high note with several new additions to Fortnite. After introducing three new permanent game modes – Fortnite Festival, Rocket Racing, and LEGO Fortnite – they’re gearing up for an even bigger surprise. The latest buzz in the gaming community is the highly anticipated collaboration with the iconic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT).

Fortnite X TMNT

Mark your calendars for December 14th at 7 pm ET, as the TMNT skins hit the Fortnite store. This collaboration, confirmed by renowned Fortnite leakers Shiina and SpushFNBR, will bring all the beloved Ninja Turtles to the game, complete with their signature weapons.

Skins and Prices

Fans can look forward to acquiring skins for Raphael, Michelangelo, Leonardo, and Donatello. In a unique twist, there will also be LEGO Fortnite versions of these characters. While the exact pricing is yet to be confirmed, it’s anticipated that each skin will cost around 1500 V-Bucks, with their weapons priced separately at about 300 V-Bucks. A bundle offer might also be available, possibly priced at 1800 V-Bucks.

With the integration of new skins and weapons, players are in for a treat. It’s a perfect blend of the past and present, celebrating the legacy of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in the ever-evolving universe of Fortnite.​​​​

Vitality Take Down Cloud9 2-0 To Secure Semi Final Spot in BLAST Premier

Sonu Banerjee
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Vitality Take Down Cloud9 2-0 To Secure Semi Final Spot in BLAST Premier

The BLAST Premier: World Final 2023 CS2 tournament is well underway, and some of the best Counter Strike teams from throughout the globe are battling it out for a shot at the lion’s share of the whopping USD 1,000,000 prize pool that the event boasts.

Day 2 of the event saw Vitality taking down Cloud9 with a flawless 2-0 defeat rallying behind some incredible individual performances from the Vitality roster.

Map Veto

  • Cloud9 removed Vertigo
  • Vitality removed Ancient
  • Cloud9 picked Anubis
  • Vitality picked Inferno
  • Cloud9 removed Nuke
  • Vitality removed Overpass
  • Mirage was left over

Game 1: Anubis (Pick: C9, Win: Vitality, Final Score: 13-11 )

Vitality got themselves a significant head start on the first map of the series with 4 consecutive round wins before their opposition could put up a single round on the board. However, they looked pretty shaky towards the latter part of the first half as Cloud9 managed to close the gap as the two teams headed into the second half of Anubis with a 7-5 score in favor of Vitality.

Vitality regained their momentum on the CT-side with a pistol round win and followed it up with a second win to force C9 into an eco. Vitality could secure a 10-5 lead before C9 retaliated with back-to-back round wins and almost managed to equalize but fell just short, resulting in a 13-11 victory for Vitality.

William “mezii” Merriman was the star of Game 1 with an impressive K/D of 21/13.

Game 2: Inferno (Pick: Vitality, Win: Vitality, Final Score: 13-8)

Cloud9 kicked off their CT-side with a pistol round win on Inferno, but failed to convert the following round as a force-buy from Vitality shut them down in their tracks. The rest of the half was primarily dominated by Vitality with some terrific individual performances as they managed to secure the half with a score of 9-3.

Vitality continued their domination with a pistol round win on the CT-side, but were shut down by a force buy from Cloud9, who capitalized on this opportunity to snatch several consecutive rounds from their opposition. A post-plant 1v4 clutch from Ilya “Perfecto” Zalutskiy gave Cloud9 even more breathing room as they looked to equalize the score. Cloud9 could put up eight rounds on the board before Vitality closed out the game with a score of 13-8 in their favor.

Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut reigned at the top of the scoreboard with 20 kills and 8 deaths.

With this victory, Vitality secured their spot for the semi-finals of the event, where they’ll fight against the victors from the quarter-finals for a shot at the grand finals of the prestigious BLAST Premier: World Final 2023.

Also Read | G2 sail past Mouz to the Blast Premier Upper Bracket Finals

Valve Unveils 2024 Service Medal in Latest Counter Strike 2 Update

Sonu Banerjee
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Valve Unveils 2024 Service Medal in Latest Counter Strike 2 Update

Valve has just shipped a new update to CS2, and it introduces the heavily anticipated 2024 Service Medal to the competitive shooter alongside other changes.

The 2024 Service Medal will be available to obtain in Counter Strike 2 from January 1, 2024, by reaching Level 40 in the game and redeeming the medal from the main menu. Till then, players can choose to obtain the 2023 Service Medal or upgrade their existing medal for the year.

Do note that redeeming or upgrading a service medal will reset your level back to 0, and you’ll have to climb to Level 40 once again for your next service medal.

The 2024 Service Medal isn’t everything that the new CS2 update brings to the game, as it also includes a bunch of other changes including bug fixes, map improvements, and more.

There are also some quality-of-life changes that the update has introduced to the game through the update. These include the ability to add a Friend by using their friend code, a lister for multiple lobby invites, and adjusted wear values of some community stickers to better match CS:GO.

Fans can check out the official patch notes by Valve to see the full list of changes in the December 13th CS2 update.

CS2 December 13 Patch Notes Revealed

[ GAMEPLAY ]

Added shell eject effects for shotguns Dropped weapons caused by buy menu purchasing are now dropped below the buyer

[ MISC ]

Added all-new 2024 Service Medal which will be available starting January 1st Fixed an issue that prevented some older demos from playing back Fixed multiple exploits that allowed adding non-text data into UI labels Added the ability to add a Friend by using their friend code Added a lister for multiple lobby invites Adjusted wear values of some community stickers to better match CS:GO

[ MAPS ]

Overpass Adjusted clipping to remove exploitable ledges and improve player movement Fixed metal railing props that were generating incorrect footstep sounds Adjusted positions of props and ledges to more accurately match falling damage from CS:GO Fixed some places where players could get stuck Adjusted some props and materials to improve character readability Fixed some cases where weapons could be accidently dropped out of reach Made some adjustments to props that were creating exploitable lines of sight Various lighting and material adjustments

Ancient Adjusted grenade clipping volume at cave entrance

Revenant Esports Partners with ViewSonic as Official Monitor Partner

The Crew
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Revenant Esports Partners with ViewSonic as Official Monitor Partner

Revenant Esports, one of India’s most decorated esports organizations, has unveiled its strategic collaboration with ViewSonic, a leading global provider of visual solutions, as its official Monitor Partner. 

As a pioneering force in Indian esports, Revenant Esports has continuously set benchmarks in the gaming industry through its successful method of identifying and nurturing talent from the grassroots and turning them into global stars. Over the past two years, Revenant has represented India in international tournaments on more than seven occasions across different esports titles – the most out of any esports organization in the country. 

Furthermore, ViewSonic monitors are the front runners in transforming the gaming industry by providing cutting-edge technology and unparalleled visual experiences. With high refresh rates, low input lag, and stunning resolutions, ViewSonic monitors offer gamers a competitive edge, improving their overall gaming performance. Incorporating advanced features such as FreeSync and G-Sync, motion blur, image ghosting and strobe crosstalk further eliminates screen tearing and stuttering, ensuring a smoother, seamless and more immersive gaming experience. Additionally, with certifications including BlurBuster and BlurBuster 2.0, the brand aims to cater to the demands of its customers, from beginners to professionals. The monitors have become a staple for esports events, showcasing their reliability and quality on a global stage.

The collaboration with ViewSonic further solidifies Revenant Esports’ commitment to providing its players with top-tier equipment and technology, enhancing their performance and enabling them to reach new heights in their gaming careers.

Mr Sanjoy Bhattacharya, Director Sales & Marketing, IT Business, ViewSonic India, said, We are very excited to announce our strategic partnership with Revenant Esports, a partnership that marks a significant milestone in our commitment to uplifting the gaming community in India. At ViewSonic, we believe in the power of innovation and cutting-edge technology to redefine the gaming experience. Through this collaboration, we aim to seamlessly integrate our best-in-class displays and solutions, providing gamers with an unparalleled visual journey. Together, we are not just elevating the gaming experience but also fostering a community that thrives on providing a platform to gamers across categories – beginners to professionals. ViewSonic is proud to be at the forefront of this transformative journey, dedicated to empowering gamers with the tools they need to reach new heights in their virtual adventures.”

Commenting on the partnership, Rohit Jagasia, the Founder and CEO of Revenant Esports said, “We are thrilled to join forces with ViewSonic, a brand renowned globally for its innovation and quality in visual solutions. As the leading esports organization in India, this partnership signifies our mutual dedication to nurturing and elevating the growth of the esports community in the country. At Revenant, we closely believe and align ourselves with the brand we are collaborating with and ViewSonic’s top-notch monitors will undoubtedly enhance our players’ gaming experiences.”

Sana Saiyyada, Director of Maverik Metacast Pvt. Ltd. added, “Maverik is excited to bring together gaming giants Revenant and ViewSonic for an unparalleled gaming experience for India’s top-tier teams. Our mission at Maverik goes beyond talent provision; we’re committed to holistic campaign solutions, strategically addressing our partners’ business objectives through influencer marketing. This collaboration signifies a significant step in elevating the gaming landscape and leaving lasting impressions on gamers and enthusiasts alike.”

ViewSonic will receive a strategic sleeve placement in the esports jersey of Revenant Esports across all of its rosters. Furthermore, the two brands will be collaborating to co-create exclusive and exciting content for the community. 

Additionally, through Revenant Esports, ViewSonic will be able to further its dedication to fostering the growth of esports in India. With a rich legacy of providing cutting-edge visual solutions worldwide, ViewSonic will be able to empower Revenant Esports’ athletes with the best-performing gaming monitors optimized for esports giving them a crucial edge over the competition. 

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