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G2 outclasses Monte to reach the next round of IEM Katowice 2024

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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G2 outclasses Monte to reach the next round of IEM Katowice 2024

G2 outlast Monte to make it to the next round of the IEM Katowice. The defending champions came into the game off the back of an underwhelming performance against ENCE the day before while Monte made it to this stage dominantly beating Cloud9.

VETO

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

MAP 1: Nuke

G2 got off to a stellar start on their map pick. A well-drilled T-side saw them squeeze the life out of Monte as they went 7-0 before G2 lost a round. G2 remained highly dominant throughout the entirety of their offense as Monte had no answers to the slow methodical approach G2 closed the first half with a dominant 10-1 scoreline. Monte got a few more rounds on the board before G2 shut them down with a 13-4 dominant scoreline.

MAP 2: Vertigo

Monte showed up with more confidence on their map pick. G2 who struggled with Vertigo struggled to keep Monte at bay which caused them to pick up 6 rounds on their offence. G2 were not able to put up a good hold as Monte cruised through their defense while putting up solid work on their own CT side. m0nesy and co. had no answers to the Monte defense as they pushed the game to the third map with a dominant scoreline of 13-8.

MAP 3: Anubis

As G2 found themselves back in a corner, they came out swinging with a very one-sided start to their offense on Anubis. Monte only managed 3 rounds as G2 started firing on all cylinders especially with NiKo hitting an IR of 2.02 across the board while finding 5 openings in the map. A vintage NiKo performance saw G2 dominate Anubis as Monte found themselves out of IEM Katowice while G2 lived to fight for another day. The final map of the series ended with a 13-6 scoreline favoring G2.

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ENCE demolishes G2 to reach IEM Katowice playoffs

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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ENCE demolishes G2 to reach IEM Katowice playoffs

A shaky G2 takes on an in-from ENCE for a spot in the Playoffs of IEM Katowice. G2 comes in the game off the back of a convincing victory against Heroic while ENCE on the other hand has been taking scalps left and right throughout the entirety of the tournament. This game boasts all the elements it takes to build an interesting match-up.

Veto

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

Map 1: Mirage

ENCE’s map pick saw them go 6-0 up right from the get-go as G2’s defence failed to find any answer until the 7th round of the game. G2 had unexpected contributors in nexa and Hooxi served as the highest-fragging player for G2 while ENCE showed up with all players picking up important kills across the board. G2 put together 4 rounds in a row on their defence before closing the half with a 4-8 scoreline.

Any hopes of a G2 comeback were cut short by a pistol-round victory by ENCE which they followed up with two more rounds. G2 were able to put together 3 more rounds on their offence but it presented nothing in terms of a comeback. hadens stood out with 21 frags and a 1.50 IR as his dynamic AWPing was too much for G2 to handle.

Map 2: Anubis

ENCE started the match with a pistol round loss but quickly made it to the scoreboard by converting a force buy. The force buy win took them 3-1 up before G2 won their 2nd round. G2 had players perform at a level that was not expected from them by any means, while flashes of brilliance did get a few rounds for them but it wasn’t enough to overtake a well-drilled T side of ENCE.

gla1ve stood out as their best player, topping the scoreboard while leading the team. The Danish skipper has led his polish teammates to the Spodek arena off the back of a 13-7 dommination of the international roster of G2 Esports. While ENCE finds themeselves in the playoffs, G2 will have one more chance to make it there.

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Fortnite x Power Rangers: Is it going to happen?

Aritra Patra
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Fortnite x Power Rangers: Is it going to happen?

The iconic Power Rangers are all set to make their grand entrance into the dynamic universe of Fortnite. Sources have been hinting at this striking collaboration, suggesting that the legendary Mighty Morphin Power Rangers might soon be battling it out in Fortnite’s ever-evolving landscape.

The colorful, acrobatic heroes, known for their distinctive outfits and formidable combat skills, are speculated to make a natural fit for Fortnite’s vibrant and action-packed environment.

This tantalizing rumor initially surfaced during a segment of the XboxEra podcast, where the insider Shpeshal_Nick discussed the potential crossover as part of the ‘Rumor Mill.’ Nick, who has a track record of unveiling future Fortnite collaborations, mentioned that the Power Rangers could be the next big addition to the game.

While specific details about the collaboration are still under wraps, the speculation suggests that the integration of Power Rangers into Fortnite could happen sooner than anticipated.

In terms of what the collaboration might entail, it’s speculated that if the Power Rangers do join the Fortnite roster, they might be offered as a bundled package. This would be similar to how Fortnite has previously handled group-themed characters, like the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Players could potentially expect to see their favorite Rangers, including the Red, Yellow, Pink, Blue, and Black Rangers, as part of this exciting bundle.

Furthermore, considering Fortnite’s history of enriching its gameplay with thematic elements from collaborations, the Power Rangers crossover could potentially introduce unique outfits, mythical powers, and even legendary villains from the Power Rangers universe into the game.

ESL Snapdragon Pro Series BGMI Challenge Finals: All Qualified Teams

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ESL Snapdragon Pro Series BGMI Challenge Finals: All Qualified Teams

The ESL Snapdragon Pro Series Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) has showcased intense and nail-biting battles so far. As the Challenge Season concludes, the focus now shifts to the grand final – the Challenge Finals, where the top 16 teams will fight for the ultimate title and a massive ₹10,000,000 INR prize pool. Let’s have a look at the lineup of the teams that have earned their spot in the Challenge Finals.

All Qualified Teams for ESL Snapdragon Pro Series BGMI Challenge Finals

Running from 12th January to 4th February, 2024, the Challenge Season witnessed the fierce competition of 32 teams. Over 12 days with 6 matches per day, 24 invited teams and 8 teams qualified from the Conquest Open Finals battled in a round-robin format, grouped into 4 groups of 8 teams each. 

Of the 32 participating teams, the top 16 teams from the Challenge Season have earned a spot for themselves in the Challenge Finals, which is set to take place from 16th to 18th February, 2024. Following are the teams qualified for ESL Snapdragon Pro Series BGMI Challenge Finals:

  • Blind Esports
  • Carnival Gaming
  • Chemin Esports
  • Entity
  • GENxFM
  • Global Esports
  • Gods Reign
  • Gujarat Tigers
  • Hydra Esports
  • Orangutan
  • OR Esports
  • Revenant Esports
  • Team Forever
  • Iflick
  • Team SouL
  • WSB Gaming

The Challenge Finals will feature a showdown of epic proportions, with 16 teams battling it out over 18 matches (6 each day). Notably, the Challenge Finals will be taking place at Noida Indoor Stadium. It will be interesting to see which team will emerge as the ultimate champion, claiming not only the title but also the lion’s share from the ₹10,000,000 INR prize pool. 

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How to unlock Birds of a Feather Fortnite skins?

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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How to unlock Birds of a Feather Fortnite skins?

The Birds of a Feather collection has arrived in the game and they present a very different set of aesthetics compared to the skins that came before. The freshly minted skins look eye-catching and while many might consider it bizarre, Fortnite is the only game that can pull off crazy skins like this.

The exciting Birds of a Feather Fortnite Bundle offers potential buyers a wide range of options. With a total of three skins, three Back Blings, and a Pickaxe, this bundle is priced at 2,600 V-Bucks. Alternatively, each Skin can be purchased separately for 1,200 V-Bucks each. The pricing had players question but they have generated enough hype to justify it.

Birds of a Feather Bundle in Fortnite includes:

  • 2,600 V-BucksTex Flamingo with LEGO style and Flambago Back Bling
  • 1,200 V-BucksBudge with LEGO style and Sqauck Sack Back Bling
  • 1,200 V-BucksSgt. Drake with LEGO style and Duck Duffle Back Bling
  • 1200 V-BucksCosmic Peck Axe – 800 V-Bucks

Fortnite has a plethora of places where you can spend money. While these skins might be fun for a while, there is a good chance that they introduce some of the more iconic skins in the coming days that might be worth it.

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How To Disable Riot Vanguard?

Sonu Banerjee
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How To Disable Riot Vanguard?

If you’re a Valorant player, then there’s no doubt you have Riot Games’ anti-cheat ‘Vanguard’ installed on your PC. Not only is the software essential to run Valorant, but if you manually quit Vanguard at any point while your PC is running, you’ll have to restart Windows to be able to play Valorant again.

Riot’s Vanguard automatically launches every time you turn on your PC, and users have to manually close the application every time to prevent it from interfering with unwanted applications.

However, this can often get frustrating, and many users may want to uninstall the program entirely to solve this problem, especially if they’re not a regular player of Valorant.

Luckily, disabling Riot Vanguard is a straightforward process and takes no more than a few seconds.

In this article, we’ll look at how you can disable Riot Vanguard immediately and stop it from booting up every time you start Windows.

How To Disable Riot Vanguard

If you don’t want to uninstall Riot Vanguard and just wish to temporarily disable it, follow these steps:

  • Open your system tray by clicking on the small upward-facing arrow situated on the right side of your taskbar.
  • Right-click on the Riot Vanguard logo.
  • Hit ‘Exit Vanguard’.
  • Hit ‘Yes’.

And that’s it. You have successfully disabled Riot Vanguard from your PC. Now to re-enable it, all you need to do is restart your computer.

How To Uninstall Riot Vanguard

If you wish to uninstall Riot Vanguard from your PC, follow these steps:

  • Press the Windows key on your keyboard.
  • Type “Add or remove programs,” and press Enter.
  • Find ‘Riot Vanguard’.
  • Click on it and then ‘Uninstall’.
  • Finish the uninstallation process.

After completing the process, Vanguard will be removed from your computer.

Valorant Lunar New Year Bundle: Skins, Release Date, Price, & More

Sonu Banerjee
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Valorant Lunar New Year Bundle: Skins, Release Date, Price, & More

With the Lunar New Year being just a few weeks away, Riot Games has just announced a new Valorant bundle to celebrate the occasion. The contents of the Valorant Lunar New Year collection has already been leaked on the internet, and fans of the competitive shooter are excited to know more details about the new skins that the bundle will bring to the title.

In a recent Twitter post, renowned Valorant leaker ‘ValorLeaks’ has revealed the skins featured in the Valorant Lunar New Year bundle. 

While the finer details about the new skin collection haven’t been revealed by the developers at the time of writing, speculations have already started surfacing within the community about the potential release date and price of the Valorant Lunar New Year bundle.

Ready to find out everything you need to know about the upcoming Valorant skin bundle? We have you covered.

Valorant Lunar New Year Bundle: All Skins

As per the leaks, the Valorant Lunar New Year Bundle will include skins for the following guns:

  • Vandal
  • Ghost
  • Melee

Alongside the aforementioned weapon skins, the bundle is also set to include a new animated dragon-themed gun buddy.

Valorant Lunar New Year Bundle: Price

The Valorant Lunar New Year bundle is expected to be a ‘Premium’ Tier skin bundle, which means that fans can expect each skin to be priced around 1,775 VP. The melee skin is likely to cost around 2,550 VP while the gun buddy might be available for purchase at 475 VP. If you’re looking to grab the entire bundle, you may have to spend around 5,100 VP.

Valorant Lunar New Year Bundle: Release Date

The exact release date of the Valorant Lunar New Year Bundle hasn’t been confirmed by Riot Games as of yet. However, fans can expect the new bundle to hit the Valorant store around February 10, 2024.

IEM Katowice 2024 CS2 Event: Teams, Schedule, & Where To Watch

Sonu Banerjee
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IEM Katowice 2024 CS2 Event: Teams, Schedule, & Where To Watch

The highly anticipated IEM Katowice 2024 Counter-Strike 2 event is underway, and fans of the competitive shooter from throughout the globe are tuning into the livestream of the tournament to catch their favorite CS2 teams in action. For the uninitiated, IEM Katowice 2024 features 24 of the best CS2 teams who are battling it out in front of a live audience for a shot at the lion’s share of the humongous prize pool of $1,000,000.

If you’re an avid fan of CS2, then you shouldn’t miss out on this prestigious event, as the IEM Katowice 2024 marks the first big international tournament in the 2024 competitive season of the title.

In this article, we’ll take a look at everything you need to know about the IEM Katowice 2024 CS2 tournament, including the participating teams, format, schedule, streams, and more.

IEM Katowice 2024 CS2 Event: All Participating Teams

As mentioned earlier, the IEM Katowice 2024 features 24 CS2 teams fighting it out in hopes of making it to the playoffs.

Without further ado, let’s check out the list of all participating teams in IEM Katowice 2024:

Invited Teams

TEAMPLAYERS
NAVIAleksib, b1t, jL, iM, w0nderful
FaZerain, broky, karrigan, ropz, frozen
Team FlaconsBOROS, Snappi, Magisk, made, SunPayus
ComplexityJT, floppy, Grim, hallzerk, EliGE
MOUZtorzsi, xertioN, siuhy, jimpphat, Brollan
G2 EsportsNiKo, m0NESY, huNter-, nexa, HooXi
VitalityZywOo, apEX, flameZ, Spinx, mezii
MonteWoro2k, DemQQ, kRaSnaL, sdy, br0

Play-In Teams

TEAMPLAYERS
Rebels Gamingolimp, sNx, Flayy, Kisserek, casey
Cloud9Ax1Le, HObbit, electroNic, Perfecto, Boombl4
Virtus.proJame, FL1T, fame, n0rb3r7, mir
HeroicTeSeS, sjuush, NertZ, nicoodoz, kyxsan
FURIA Esportsyuurih, arT, KSCERATO, FalleN, chelo
M80Swisher, reck, malbsMd, maNkz, slaxz-
Roosterasap, nettik, chelleos, TjP
The MongolZbLitz, Techno4K, 910, mzinho, Senzu
BIGtabseN, Krimbo, prosus, s1n, mantuu
GamerLegionisak, acoR, Keoz, volt, Snax
Apeksnawwk, jkaem, CacaNito, sense, STYKO
AstralisblameF, dev1ce, Staehr, stavn, jabbi
Eternal FireXANTARES, Calyx, MAJ3R, Wicadia, woxic
BetBoomnafany, KaiR0N-, s1ren, zorte, daniztzz
ENCEdycha, gla1ve, Goofy, Kylar, hades
Team Spiritchopper, magixx, zont1x, donk, sh1ro

IEM Katowice 2024 CS2 Event: Format

Sixteen teams who have managed to qualify for the Play-In stage of the event face off in a double-elimination format to make it to the group stages. The opening matches will be best-of-ones while all others will be best-of-threes.

The top eight teams from the Play-In stage proceed to the Group Stage of the tournament, which will include two double-elimination format (GSL) Groups including the invited teams and teams qualified from the Play-In stage.

The Playoffs will consist of six teams qualifying from the group stage and will feature a single-elimination bracket. All matches will be best-of-three with the Grand Finals being best-of-five.

IEM Katowice 2024 CS2 Event: Schedule

Here’s the detailed schedule of the IEM Katowice 2024 CS2 event:

Group Stage (3rd – 6th February)

Day 1: February 3

STAGEMATCHGMT
Group A U. 1FaZe Clan vs FaZe Clan12:30 AM
Group A U. 1Team Falcons vs Eternal Fire12:30 AM
Group A U. 1NAVI vs Team Spirit3:30 PM
Group A U. 1Complexity vs Apeks3:30 PM
Group B U. 1Team Vitality vs ENCE6:30 PM
Group B U. 1G2 Esports vs Heroic6:30 PM

Day 2: February 4

STAGEMATCHGMT
Group B U. 1Monte vs GamerLegion12:30 AM
Group B U. 1MOUZ vs Cloud912:30 AM
Group A U. 2TBD vs TBD3:30 PM
Group A L. 1TBD vs TBD3:30 PM
Group A U. 2TBD vs TBD6:30 PM
Group A L. 1TBD vs TBD6:30 PM

Day 3: February 5

STAGEMATCHGMT
Group B L. 1TBD vs TBD12:30 AM
Group B L. 1TBD vs TBD12:30 AM
Group B U. 2TBD vs TBD3:30 PM
Group B U. 2TBD vs TBD3:30 PM
Group A L. 2TBD vs TBD6:30 PM
Group A L. 2TBD vs TBD6:30 PM

Day 4: February 6

STAGEMATCHGMT
Group B L. 2TBD vs TBD12:30 AM
Group B L. 2TBD vs TBD12:30 AM
Group A U. 3TBD vs TBD3:30 PM
Group A L. 3TBD vs TBD3:30 PM
Group B U. 3TBD vs TBD6:30 PM
Group B L. 3TBD vs TBD6:30 PM

Playoffs (9th – 11th February)

Day 1: February 9

STAGEMATCHGMT
Quarter-finalsTBD vs TBD3:30 PM
Quarter-finalsTBD vs TBD6:30 PM

Day 2: February 10

STAGEMATCHGMT
Semi-finalsTBD vs TBD3:30 PM
Semi-finalsTBD vs TBD6:30 PM

Day 3: February 11

STAGEMATCHGMT
Grand finalTBD vs TBD4 PM

Play-In (31st January – 2nd February)

Day 1: January 31

STAGEMATCHGMT
Upper Round 1Eternal Fire 13-1 BetBoom2:30 PM
Upper Round 1Heroic 13-11 Astralis2:30 PM
Upper Round 1Cloud9 10-13 Rebels Gaming3:30 PM
Upper Round 1ENCE 9-13 BIG3:30 PM
Upper Round 1Spirit 13-0 Apeks4:30 PM
Upper Round 1Gamer Legion 13-10 M804:30 PM
Upper Round 1FURIA 14-16 TheMongolz5:30 PM
Upper Round 1Rooster 4-13 VP5:30 PM
Upper Round 2Eternal Fire 2-0 Rebels6:30 PM
Upper Round 2Heroic 2-1 BIG6:30 PM

Day 2: February 1

STAGEMATCHGMT
Upper Round 2Spirit 2-0 TheMongolz12:30 AM
Upper Round 2GamerLegion 2-1 VP12:30 AM
Lower Round 1BetBoom 1-2 Cloud93:30 PM
Lower Round 1M80 2-0 Rooster3:30 PM
Lower Round 1Astralis 0-2 ENCE6:30 PM
Lower Round 1Apeks 2-1 Furia6:30 PM

Day 3: February 2

STAGEMATCHGMT
Lower Round 2VP 1-2 Cloud93:30 PM
Lower Round 2The MongolZ 1-2 ENCE3:30 PM
Lower Round 2BIG 1-2 Apeks6:30 PM
Lower Round 2Rebels 2-0 M806:30 PM

IEM Katowice 2024 CS2 Event: Where To Watch

Ready to tune into the IEM Katowice 2024 live stream and enjoy the action for yourself? Interested fans can catch the event live on the official Twitch and YouTube handles of ESL.

How to complete RTTF Joshua Kimmich SBC in EA FC 24?

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How to complete RTTF Joshua Kimmich SBC in EA FC 24?

After TOTY, the new RTTF promo is live now in EA FC 24. Joshua Kimmich is featured in the first SBC of this new promo. With this comprehensive guide, you’ll navigate through the challenges with ease and bring home this versatile German player.

But be warned, this quest is not for the faint-hearted. It demands skill, strategy, and a hefty investment of over 440,000 coins. Yet, the prize is worth every penny, boasting stellar attributes like 90 in Passing, 86 in Dribbling, and 84 in Defending.

How to complete RTTF Kimmich SBC in EA FC 24?

  • Bayern Munich SBC: A test of loyalty and skill, demanding at least one Bayern Munich player and an overall squad rating of 84.
  • Germany SBC: A tribute to the nation of precision and power, requiring at least one German player and an overall squad rating of 85.
  • Top Form SBC: A showcase of your managerial prowess, necessitating at least one In-Form player and an overall squad rating of 86.
  • Bundesliga SBC: A grand finale, asking for at least one Bundesliga player and a squad rating soaring to 88.

Each challenge comes with its own set of rewards, making the journey as rewarding as the destination. But remember, time is of the essence. The RTTF Joshua Kimmich SBC won’t be around forever in FC 24, expiring on February 13, 2024.

How to Play Workshop Maps With Friends in CS2?

Sonu Banerjee
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How to Play Workshop Maps With Friends in CS2?

While Counter-Strike 2 is certainly a great competitive experience for solo players, the enjoyment is further elevated when shared with friends. However, the Premier grind in CS2 can often get tedious, especially when you’re on a losing spree. During such moments, unwinding with friends in a custom game can provide a welcome respite, alleviating the pressure and rejuvenating the gaming experience.

Playing workshop maps with friends back in the CS:GO days was simple – you launch your game, invite your friends to the lobby, select a map, and just hop into the game. However, with the upgrade to Counter-Strike 2, playing workshop maps with friends got a lot more complicated.

If you’re finding yourself unable to play workshop maps with your friends in CS2, then we’ve got you covered. In this article, we’ll take a look at how you can download any custom map that you want and play it with your friends in Counter-Strike 2.

How To Play Workshop Maps in CS2

To play workshop maps in CS2, head over to the Steam Community Workshop and download the map you want to play. Once you’ve subscribed to the map you want, follow these steps:

  • Launch Counter-Strike 2.
  • Go to Play > Workshop Maps.
  • Select the map you want to play.
  • Start the game.

By following these steps, you’ll be able to play workshop maps in CS2. However, if you’re looking to play with your friends, you’ll have to follow a few additional steps first.

How To Play Workshop Map With Friends in CS2

To play workshop maps with your friends in CS2, you will have to enable port forwarding first. To do so, follow these steps:

  • Right-click on “CS2” in your Steam library.
  • Choose “Browse Local Files”
  • Create a shortcut for the CS2 executable file found in the win64 folder.
  • Right-click the shortcut.
  • Select “Properties”
  • In the “Target” field, add the following text at the end without the quotation marks:
‘-dedicated -usercon +game_type 0 +game_mode 1 +map de_inferno -dev’

Now you have successfully set up your CS2 shortcut to act as a dedicated server on your PC. Next, you have to configure your router settings.

  • Open Command Prompt (CMD) and type “ipconfig.”
  • Find the Default Gateway under the Ethernet Adapter and use that address to access your router settings.
  • Forward port 27015 for both TCP and UDP.

That’s it, now you can launch your server and your friends will be able to join you. You can do so by launching the shortcut you created.

To join the game, your friends will have to launch CS2, open the developers console, and type “connect localhost:27015”, where “localhost” is replaced with your IP address.

If this seems overwhelming to you, you can also try out third-party softwares like Radmin or Hamachi to play workshop maps with your friends in CS2.

That’s everything you need to know about playing CS2 workshop maps with friends. For further details on the topic feel free to check out this guide made by Steam user ‘SillyMong’.

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