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Who is the Brand Ambassador of Free Fire India?

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Who is the Brand Ambassador of Free Fire India?

For the past few years, Free Fire has been a household name among Indian gamers. With its engaging gameplay and thrilling battles, Free Fire has won the hearts of millions. However, the game faced a temporary setback when it was banned in India in February 2022. The ban left many gamers wondering about the game’s future in the country. After a lot of anticipation, Garena finally announced that it will bring Free Fire India – a version of the original game tailored to the Indian audience. At first the game was set to relaunch on 5th September 5, 2023, but it has been postponed now.

One of the exciting aspects of Free Fire’s return to India was the announcement of a brand ambassador who would not only represent the game but also resonate with Indian gamers. The chosen brand ambassador of Free Fire India was none other than the cricketing legend, Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

MS Dhoni – The Brand Ambassador of Free Fire India

MS Dhoni is a cricketing icon in India. He is fondly known as “Captain Cool” for his calm and composed demeanor on the cricket field. His leadership skills and cricketing prowess have earned him a special place in the hearts of millions of cricket fans. With numerous accolades to his name, including leading the Indian cricket team to victory in the 2007 ICC World Twenty20, the 2010 and 2016 Asia Cups, and the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup, Dhoni is a true sporting legend.

The announcement of MS Dhoni as the brand ambassador of Free Fire India is making waves in the gaming community. Dhoni will also join the game as a playable character named “Thala”.

As the face of Free Fire in India, Dhoni’s involvement not only added a touch of authenticity but also brought a sense of pride to Indian gamers. His popularity transcends the cricket field, making him an ideal choice to represent a game that has a massive fan base in the country.

However, it’s important to note that the relaunch of Free Fire in India has been postponed undefinitely. The exact date for the relaunch remains uncertain at this time, leaving gamers eagerly awaiting further updates.

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Bolt Action Rifle in BGMI: A Guide to the Best Sniper Rifles

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Bolt Action Rifle in BGMI: A Guide to the Best Sniper Rifles

Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) is all about surviving and conquering the battlefield, and mastering long-range combat is crucial aspect for victory. To dominate in the long-range fights, nothing helps you more than a powerful bolt action rifle. In this guide, we’ll delve into the world of bolt-action rifles in BGMI and highlight the best sniper rifles you can wield to secure those crucial Chicken Dinners.

Bolt action rifles are favored by players who value precision and power over spray-and-pray tactics. They are the go-to choice for long-range engagements and can turn the tide of a match with a single well-placed shot. To make an informed choice, let’s explore the top bolt-action rifles in BGMI, their key stats, and more.

Top Bolt Action Rifles in BGMI

Here’s a quick comparison of the all bolt-action rifles in BGMI, featuring their essential stats:

Sniper RifleAmmo TypeBase DamageMagazine Size (Extended)Reload TimeFire RateFiring Mode
AMR.50BMG11854.6s1.9/sSingle
AWM300Magnum1055 (Extended: 7)4.6s1.85/sSingle
Mosin Nagant7.62mm7954s1.9/sSingle
Kar98k7.62mm7954s1.9/sSingle
M247.62mm755 (Extended: 7)4.2s1.8/sSingle

Selecting the best bolt-action rifle in BGMI depends on your playstyle and preferences. The AMR and AWM offer the highest base damage, making them lethal choices for those who can land accurate shots. However, they are rare as they are only available in Air Drops. On the other hand, although the Mosin Nagant, Kar98k, and M24 have slightly lower damage, they are readily available as ground loot.

Which is the Most Effective Bolt Action Rifles in BGMI?

One of the most important aspects to gauge the effectiveness of a Bolt Action Rifle in BGMI is to consider how many headshots it takes to knock an enemy with different levels of helmets. The following table will help you understand how many headshots different Bolt Action Rifles take to knock an enemy with different levels of helmets.

Sniper RifleHelmet Level 1Helmet Level 2Helmet Level 3
AMR111
AWM111
Mosin Nagant112
Kar98k112
M24112

In this aspect, the AMR and AWM are standout performers, requiring just a single precise headshot to knock an opponent, regardless of their helmet level. These two heavy hitters deal massive damage, making them formidable choices for those who can consistently land headshots.

Moving on to the Mosin Nagant, Kar98k, and M24, they require one headshot to knock an enemy with a Level 1 or Level 2 helmet. However, when facing an adversary donning a Level 3 helmet, these rifles will need two well-placed headshots to secure the knockout. While they may demand a bit more accuracy in certain situations, these rifles still pack a powerful punch and can be lethal in the hands of a skilled sniper.

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Fans mob IShowSpeed during IRL stream in Scotland

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Fans mob IShowSpeed during IRL stream in Scotland

During a thrilling real-life streaming session in Scotland, a large gathering of IShowSpeed’s dedicated fans pursued the renowned streamer. It even leapt onto his vehicle which led to him getting mobbed.

His fame has continued to grow, mainly since he was permanently banned from Twitch in late 2021. Following the ban, he swiftly transitioned to YouTube, where he now consistently broadcasts to audiences numbering in the hundreds of thousands. Fans rushed towards IShowSpeed and the vehicle he was in as viewers immediately discovered where he was while live. As the automobile travelled down the street, the fanatics began banging on its windows, and a few even scaled its roof.

“Yo, Scotland’s hella f*ckin’ lit man, holy sh*tballs!” said Speed. “Look at f*ckin’ Scotland!”

“They’re on the f*ckin’ car!” Speed added. “Oh my god. Holy sh*t.”

Thousands of people gathered in Union Square surrounding the position of the streamer, garnering national media attention. Kai afterwards expressed his displeasure with the disruptive people, saying he was very disappointed in their actions.

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KRAFTON India Announces Ranveer Singh as BGMI’s Brand Ambassador

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KRAFTON India Announces Ranveer Singh as BGMI’s Brand Ambassador

After a lot of rumors, KRAFTON India has officially announced an exciting collaboration that is set to redefine the gaming landscape in India. Bollywood’s powerhouse and youth icon, Ranveer Singh, has been named the official Brand Ambassador for BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI). This strategic partnership aims to bring together the thrill of gaming and the charisma of Superstar Ranveer Singh to engage and deliver elevated experiences for millions of gamers across the country.

Ranveer Singh Joins BGMI as the Brand Ambassador

The collaboration between BGMI and Superstar Ranveer Singh is a monumental stride towards celebrating gaming as a medium for immersive entertainment and community engagement. BGMI, India’s most loved battle royale title, has found its perfect partner in Superstar Ranveer Singh, who resonates with the energy and passion that gamers bring to the battlegrounds. This first-of-its-kind alliance marks a remarkable synergy of two forces that thrive on pushing boundaries, poised to bring gaming and BGMI to the masses in an unprecedented manner.

With this collaboration, KRAFTON will launch the Play Pure campaign that celebrates the pureness in players through the lens of superstar Ranveer Singh. As a part of the campaign, BGMI players will be urged to be bold and celebrate their authenticity in the Battlegrounds!

Sean Hyunil Sohn – CEO, KRAFTON India, expressed his enthusiasm about this landmark partnership, stating, “We are elated to welcome Superstar Ranveer Singh to the BGMI family. His magnetic persona and unrelenting spirit align seamlessly with the essence of BGMI. KRAFTON has always been committed to providing immersive and captivating experiences for our users. This collaboration opens up a new avenue to bring exciting and engaging content that will resonate with gaming enthusiasts across the nation. Stay tuned as we embark on a new era of gaming entertainment.”

Ranveer Singh, equally excited about this new venture, shared his thoughts, “As an artist, I find gaming to be an extension of my creative expression. The dedication, the competitiveness, the camaraderie, and the team spirit in the gaming world resonate with me deeply. BGMI has evolved into a cultural phenomenon by creating a platform that brings together individuals from diverse backgrounds, transcending borders through their shared passion for gaming. I am thrilled to be part of this journey and look forward to exciting interactions with the Indian gaming community.”

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Mobile Gaming Market Revenue to Reach $92.6 Billion in 2023

Divyesh Moghe
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Mobile Gaming Market Revenue to Reach $92.6 Billion in 2023

Mobile gaming market is one of the biggest sector from the gaming industry across the world. While there were speculations about the lesser contribution of mobile gaming to the overall market, the reports over the past few years have shown a particularly different trend. Recently, a report was released by NewZoo, a company that analyses and monitors gaming data. It has shown some interesting insights of the market in 2023.

INSIGHTS OF THE GLOBAL MARKET – MOBILE GAMING TAKING THE LEAD

The global gaming market revenue is estimated to reach an enormous number of $187.7 Billion. That makes the gaming market a sector generating substantial revenue for a region on an yearly basis. In comparison to the figures that were observed last year, it is seen that the global market has achieved a growth of 2.6% on YoY (Year-on-year) basis.

Furthermore, the mobile gaming division will be responsible to generate almost half of this revenue with an estimate of $92.6 Bn in revenue generation globally. The console gaming has also contributed largely with a 30% revenue generation out of the entire market.

Console gaming will also be the one with highest YoY growth rate of 7.4%, making it an interesting market to delve into for many video game and content creation companies. It is also interesting to note that mobile gaming is the biggest contributor to the entire gaming market.

The global games market has also shown some peculiar growth trends with MEA (Middle east and Africa) zone showing the biggest YOY growth this year. Furthermore, the Asia Pacific region accounts for about 46%o f the entire revenue generated, making it the biggest gaming market in terms of revenue around the worldf

The NA region comes right behind the Asia-Pacific and the two biggest contributors in the gaming market are China and USA with a cumulative revenue generation of $92.6 Bn.This revenue is purely calculated on the basis of spend-analysis method considering just the amount of revenue generated from game distribution, in-game sale and subscriptions. The amount does not consider any kinds of third-party revenues and other markets here.

FORECAST FOR 2026

Talking about the forecasted revenue for the next quarter of the decade, Newzoo has predicted that the revenue streams will grow by 2% to reach around $212.4 Billion in 2026.

These are some interesting insights on the global gaming market for the remainder of 2023. Considering the strong revenue generation rates and mobile gaming leading amongst the other branches, it is expected to show a similar trend in the future with revenue growth in mobile gaming.

Free Fire India Launch Delayed Indefinitely

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Free Fire India Launch Delayed Indefinitely

The launch of Free Fire in India has been postponed indefinitely as the game developers came out with a statement earlier today that breaks the news of this local version of Free Fire not being launched as per the scheduled date of 05 Sep 23. The reason for this huge action remains unclear with just a certain minor details at play.

Free Fire is one of the biggest mobile games in the world. It had a huge player base in India but due to alleged privacy issues and the addictive nature of the game, it was taken down by the government of India a year ago. After that, the developers made some developments in the background to bring back the game and it was brought to fruition this month.

Garena had announced the launch of Free Fire India, a local version of the game like PUBG Korea where all the features in the game were modified to abide by the laws of the Indian government regarding the IT and gaming sector. Furthermore, Garena brought many ambassadors on board to announce this launch and make it a success story.

In a post earlier today, Garena stated the following:

“To ensure we can offer the best possible experience to all of our Free Fire India fans from the start, we will postpone the launch by a few more weeks. In addition to refining the gameplay, we are taking some time to fully complete our localization of the Free Fire India experience. We would like to thank our Free Fire India community for your support, and hope that you will bear with us while we work on bringing you the ultimate battle royale experience.”

The only factor for delaying this launch is to complete the “localization” of the FF India experience, which could be some minor changes to the UI and the game itself. One of the major things that are coming to the game now is the new character Thala, based on cricket champion MSD.

Players are excited for the comeback of Free Fire in India but this sudden rescheduling might lead to a few discussions on the future of the game in India, which seems to be secured for now if the game is launched within a few weeks as estimated.

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Valorant Pro Daveeys Dies at 23

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Valorant Pro Daveeys Dies at 23

The esports community is in mourning following the tragic passing of Santiago ‘Daveeys’ Ruiz, a professional Valorant player from Colombia. At the young age of 23, his life was cut short, leaving fans and fellow players in shock.

Daveeys was a prominent figure in the Valorant scene, representing KRÜ Esports, a team he joined in October 2022. The organization confirmed his passing on September 4, a day after his 23rd birthday. The sudden nature of his death, following a medical issue, has left many heartbroken.

In a heartfelt statement, KRÜ Esports expressed their grief, stating, “It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of @Daveeys21. There’s no way to cushion this blow; it caught us all off guard.” The organization went on to describe Daveeys as an “exceptional player and an outstanding teammate.” His dedication and humility were evident, and he took immense pride in representing his country and region at the pinnacle of global Valorant.

Daveeys’ impact on the game was significant. He played a crucial role in helping KRÜ qualify for the Valorant Champions 2023, showcasing his skills against top teams like Cloud9 and FURIA. Despite facing challenges, his passion for the game never waned.

The esports community has come together to support Daveeys’ family and friends during this challenging time. His teammate, axeddy, took to social media before the announcement of Daveeys’ passing, reminding everyone of the importance of expressing love to those close to them.

The loss of such a young talent serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life. Daveeys’ legacy in the Valorant community will undoubtedly live on, as fans and players remember his contributions and the joy he brought to the game.

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CS2 Jump Throw Bind Commands Explained: How To Do It?

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CS2 Jump Throw Bind Commands Explained: How To Do It?

The latest wave of Counter-Strike 2 beta invites has been dispatched to enthusiasts worldwide, signaling that the game’s official release is imminent. The newly introduced competitive rating system in CS2 is motivating players to devise innovative tactics to ascend in the ‘Premier’ matchmaking mode. Many are already dedicating hours to achieve their desired ranks by the game’s official debut in ‘Summer 2023’.

If you aim to enhance your CS2 skills, mastering jump throws should be a priority. Jump throwing grenades, smokes, and flashes is vital for both attacking and defending bombsites and can often swing the round in your favor.

The good news is that jump throwing in Counter-Strike 2 is more straightforward than before. Setting up a jump throw bind via the developer’s console is a breeze.

Here’s a guide on setting up your jump throw bind in CS2:

CS2 Jump Throw Bind: Step-by-Step Guide

  • Navigate to the CS:GO config directory in your game files: \steamapps\common\Counter-Strike Global Offensive\game\csgo\cfg\
  • Duplicate any config file and rename it to either ‘jumpthrow’ or ‘jumpthrow.cfg’.
  • Insert the following commands into the file:
    • +jump
    • -attack
    • -attack2
    • -jump
  • Save and close the file.
  • Launch CS2. In the main menu, access the developer’s console using the ‘~’ key and enter: Bind j ‘exec jumpthrow’.

Now, all you need to do is start a match and press ‘j’ to use the jump throw. Remember, you should have your grenade ready and your fire button pressed when using the jump throw command.

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How To Jump Throw Consistently in Counter Strike 2 (CS2)?

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How To Jump Throw Consistently in Counter Strike 2 (CS2)?

With a huge wave of new Counter-Strike 2 beta invites being sent out to fans throughout the globe, the final release of the competitive shooter is closer than ever. The revamped competitive rating system recently introduced in CS2 is inspiring players to develop new and creative strategies to rank up in the newly added ‘Premier’ matchmaking mode, and fans are already grinding out the game to reach their dream ranks at the time of the game’s official launch in ‘Summer 2023’.

If you’re looking to improve your CS2 gameplay, then one of the first things you should work on is perfecting your jump throws. Jump throwing nades, smokes, and flashes can be extremely crucial for executing or retaking bombsites and can often be the pivotal factor in determining a round’s outcome.

Fortunately, jump throwing in Counter-Strike 2 is easier than ever, and it takes no more than a few seconds to set up a jump throw bind in CS2 via the developers console.

Let’s check out how you can create your own jump throw bind in CS2.

CS2 Jump Throw Bind: Console Commands Explained

There are a few steps that you need to follow in order to set up a jump throw bind in CS2. First, you’ll need to head over to the CSGO config folder in your game files, which is located in the following directory: \\steamapps\common\Counter-Strike Global Offensive\game\csgo\cfg\

Now, you’ll need to copy any config file and rename it to ‘jumpthrow’ or ‘jumpthrow.cfg’.

Once done, paste the following commands into the file:

+jump

-attack

-attack2

-jump

After pasting the commands, save the file and exit it.

Now, you can go ahead and launch CS2 on your PC. Once you’re in the main menu, open the developers’ console by pressing the ‘~’ key on your keyboard, and type the following:

Bind j ‘exec jumpthrow’

And that’s it! All that’s left for you to do is to hop onto a game and press the ‘j’ key on your keyboard to execute the jumpthrow command. Do note that to execute the jumpthrow command, you’ll need to have your grenade pulled out and your fire key held when executing the jumpthrow command.

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Starfield dev laughs at games media outlets asking for PS5 codes for Starfield

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Starfield dev laughs at games media outlets asking for PS5 codes for Starfield

In the dynamic world of gaming, where developers and media outlets often share a symbiotic relationship, there are moments that stand out for their sheer unpredictability. One such instance recently occurred with the developers of the highly anticipated game, Starfield, who found themselves chuckling at an unexpected turn of events.

As the release date for Starfield approached, the excitement was palpable. Gaming media outlets, always eager to get their hands on the latest titles for review, began reaching out to the developers for access codes. However, a peculiar trend emerged: many were specifically requesting codes for the PlayStation 5 (PS5) version of the game.

The humor in these requests lies in a simple fact: Starfield, as of its initial release, isn’t available on PS5. The game’s developer couldn’t help but find amusement in the situation, given the number of media outlets that seemed unaware of this detail. It’s a testament to the anticipation surrounding the game, but also a gentle reminder for media professionals to double-check their facts.

While some might view such oversights as unprofessional, the Starfield team took it in stride. Instead of taking offense, they used the opportunity to gently remind the media of the game’s platform availability. It’s a lesson in grace and humor, showcasing the developer’s positive approach to what could have been an awkward situation.

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