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EA FC 26 Ratings Reload Release Date & Time

Aritra Patra
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EA FC 26 Ratings Reload Release Date & Time

Launching on Friday, October 10, 2025, EA FC 26’s Ratings Reload promo gives fans the power to reform player ratings by highlighting those who are considered underrated, providing boosted special cards in two one-week team releases between October 10–17 and October 17–24.

EA FC 26‘s Ratings Reload is the franchise’s earliest mid-cycle stat-refresh, and it was fueled solely by fan feedback. Players voted on the official Ratings hub for who should have received increased base ratings, and EA created two promo teams with their special cards boasting targeted attribute increases while leaving their base cards the same, highlighting authentic, balanced upgrades as opposed to meta-breaking OVR spikes.

EA FC 26 Ratings Reload Release Date & Time

  • Start: October 10, 2025, at 1 PM ET (6 PM BST/10 AM PT)
  • Duration: Team 1 (Oct 10–17) and Team 2 (Oct 17–24)
  • Acquisition: Packs (random chance), Squad Building Challenges (SBCs), and Objectives offer guaranteed paths to Ratings Reload cards.

Leaked Team 1 Roster

Pre-release leaks confirm the following Team 1 players, each looking at community-voted OVR increases:

  • Scott McTominay (Napoli)
  • Michael Olise (Bayern Munich)
  • Julian Alvarez (Atletico Madrid)
  • Heung Min Son (LA FC)
  • Salma Paralluelo (Barcelona)
  • Marc Cucurella (Chelsea)
  • Trinity Rodman (Washington Spirit)
  • Hugo Ekitike (Liverpool)
  • Oscar Bobb (Manchester City)
  • Eberechi Eze (Arsenal)
  • Jovana Damnjanović (Bayern Munich)
  • Florian Thauvin (Lens)
  • Cristian Romero (Tottenham Hotspur)

Analysts point towards Jack Grealish, Bradley Barcola, Nuno Mendes, Fikayo Tomori, and Christian Pulisic as potential inclusions through form and fan sentiment. With limited supplies for SBC-linked cards, shrewd traders can buy linked high-chemistry assets prior to the promo, and cash in hype-driven assets whose demand will increase.

EA has crafted boosts that improve finishing, speed, strength, or positioning without artificially inflating ratings, keeping Ratings Reload rewarding under-valued ability without upsetting game equilibrium. This cautious method provides significant changes without overpowering current meta cards.

FaZe Qualifies for EPL Season 22 Playoffs

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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FaZe Qualifies for EPL Season 22 Playoffs

FaZe Clan, with Håvard “rain” Nygaard, are in the playoffs of ESL Pro League Season 22 after eliminating Aurora and securing the last spot of the next round of play. With a roster that has had little time to practice, FaZe have pulled a rabbit out of the hat to qualify.

VETO

  • FaZe removed Overpass
  • Aurora removed Ancient
  • FaZe picked Mirage
  • Aurora picked Train
  • FaZe removed Inferno
  • Aurora removed Nuke
  • Dust2 was left over

Map 1: Mirage; Pick: FaZe; Winner: FaZe

The first round win for FaZe came with the first gun round after Aurora converted their CT pistol. Failing to keep the momentum, Aurora put together a streak of rounds that left FaZe behind, who had to recover later in the half to switch sides with a close scoreline of 7-5. A decent first half from Aurora was completely ruined by their poor offense, which led to FaZe winning all of the rounds in the second half, bar one, to bring home their map pick with a 13-8 scoreline. In a server full of sharpshooters, it was a cerebral Karrigan whose 17 kills led the charts for FaZe.

Map 2: Train; Pick: Aurora; Winner: Aurora

Start on the defence with pistol round win, the FaZe defence fumbled right from the 3rd round of the map as the Turkish side went on to win all of the remaining rounds of the half and switching sides with a 10-2 scoreline. The second half of the map did not favour FaZe as Aurora pulled in the three rounds they needed to push the game to the third map. With a 13-2 win, Aurora secured a dominant victory and advanced to the next map in the series.

Map 3; Dust 2; Pick: Decider; Winner: FaZe

A 5-0 start to the map from FaZe brushed off the beating they took on the previous map to begin with. The dominant start slowed down as Aurora recovered later into the half, with the first half concluding with a 7-5 scoreline favouring FaZe. Aurora started strong in the second map, where FaZe’s lead was levelled and surpassed early on before they got hold of the defence and kept a flawless streak to end the first half and close the series. From 10-8 down, FaZe won 5 rounds in a row to come back and close the map to lock in the playoffs. 23 kills from FrozeN and a supreme AWPing display from broky helped FaZe overcome the tough challenge to close out the map.

Aurora is the shadow of the team that became a force to be reckoned with under the Eternal Fire banner. Though their form has gone down, nothing can take this brilliant win away from FaZe, who have managed to put in a respectable display despite playing under duress with little time to practise.

Doja Cat Is Coming to Fortnitemares 2025

Aritra Patra
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Doja Cat Is Coming to Fortnitemares 2025

Grammy-winning recording artist Doja Cat will haunt the Fortnite island this Halloween, unleashing her tough persona to Epic Games’ seasonal Fortnitemares celebration as both a playable character and main villain. The partnership, officially announced on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, is a historic first where an artist plays dual roles in the battle royale sensation.

Doja Cat’s Fortnite introduction revolves around her evil alter ego, The Mother of Thorns, who is “a trickster, enchantress, and sorceress” whose “fear is her greatest delight”. The unveiling happened during a memorable Tonight Show bit where Doja Cat was subject to a “Real or Fake” Fortnite skin test and ended with the dramatic reveal of her own character.

The theatrical unveil saw Doja Cat reclining upon a real-life copy of The Mother of Thorns’ throne, complete with gothic styling and twisted thorns that reflect her in-game boss aesthetic. The artist was thrilled with her “villain era,” celebrating Epic Games turning her into a boss for their largest-ever Halloween event.

The latest leaks from well-known Fortnite dataminer x103p confirm that fans will get not one, but two separate Doja Cat Icon Series skins. The leaked screenshots display various cosmetic designs, with one outfit said to be based on her “Agora Hills” music video look. This two-skin strategy is in line with Epic Games’ practice of providing several styles for high-profile celebrity partnerships.

From industry reports, the entire package will most likely contain other cosmetics like back bling, pickaxe, emotes, and possibly limited Jam Tracks from the Doja Cat repertoire. Based on past Icon Series price trends, the entire bundle will probably cost around 2,800 V-Bucks.

The Mother of Thorns will be the overall central antagonist when Fortnitemares 2025 launches on October 9, 2025, lasting until November 1. Leaks indicate Doja Cat will have her own Point of Interest (POI) on the battle royale map, possibly usurping the classic Freaky Fields spot that was held by other Halloween bosses in years past.

The strategic October drop puts Doja Cat’s skins in Fortnite’s prime Halloween activity season, when player expenditure on holiday cosmetics historically peaks for the year.

Where is Veto From in Valorant?

Sonu Banerjee
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Where is Veto From in Valorant?

With the newest Valorant Agent Veto recently going live, many fans of the competitive shooter are curious to know the Sentinel’s nationality. If you’re here to know more about where Veto is from in Valorant, we’ve got you covered.

For the uninitiated, Veto is the latest Agent to join Valorant’s ever-expanding roster and the seventh Sentinel in the game. His versatile kit enables him to shut down enemy executes by destroying most utility thrown his way, and slip out of tricky situations with his teleport.

Due to his strong capabilities as a Sentinel and his unique kit, he has instantly become a fan-favorite Agent within the Valorant community, leaving players wondering about Veto’s nationality and backstory.

Now, without further ado, let’s check out where Veto is from in Valorant.

Veto Valorant Nationality

The newest Valorant Agent, Veto, hails from Senegal, marking the first time Riot Games has introduced a character from the West African nation. His origin adds a refreshing layer of diversity to Valorant’s ever-expanding roster and further emphasizes the game’s global reach and commitment to representing different cultures and regions.

Veto is brought to life by Bamar Kane, a talented actor best known for his roles as Salif in the film Father & Soldier and Yuusuf in the Netflix series Eric.

If you wish to know more about Veto’s abilities and how he will impact the meta, be sure to check out our detailed articles on the topic.

Gentle Mates To Join Valorant Champions Tour EMEA 2026

Sonu Banerjee
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Gentle Mates To Join Valorant Champions Tour EMEA 2026

Gentle Mates is set to join the upcoming Valorant Champions Tour EMEA 2026 as one of the new additions to the event, Riot Games revealed on October 7th.

The French organization was relegated from VCT EMEA in August 2025 following their devastating finish with only 3 wins and 10 losses.

Gentle Mates has been given a one-year contract, making them a part of the tier-one VCT circuit until the end of 2026 and filling the void left by Movistar KOI after the organization’s partnership agreement was terminated by Riot following “a breach of the team’s contractual agreement with the league.”

“When the opportunity to apply presented itself, it was a no-brainer: Valorant is part of Gentle Mates’ DNA,” Director of Gentle Mates, Marceau Lambert, said in a statement. “Since our rise through Ascension, we have brought a strong identity, an engaged community, and a unique energy to the league. But for us, that’s only half the story. The other half will be played out on the field.”

According to a press release, Gentle Mates secured the highest overall score in the team selection evaluation. The criteria considered included organizational goals for the 2026 season, collaboration and strategic alignment, channel strategy, operational readiness, competitive plans, and player support systems, as well as community resonance and the ability to generate fandom.

NAVI Eliminates MongolZ from EPL Season 22

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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NAVI Eliminates MongolZ from EPL Season 22

NAVI is through to the playoffs of the ESL Pro League Season 22, beating MongolZ with a 2-0 scoreline. Having already lost two matches, NAVI brings home a crucial win against an opponent that has been a thorn in their side in recent times and eliminates them from the event in the process.

VETO

  • Natus Vincere removed Overpass
  • The MongolZ removed Train
  • Natus Vincere picked Nuke
  • The MongolZ picked Ancient
  • Natus Vincere removed Mirage
  • The MongolZ removed Dust2
  • Inferno was left over

Map 1: Nuke; Pick: NAVI; Winner: NAVI

NAVI hit the board, converting a force buy in the second round after MongolZ won the opening pistol. NAVI brought their A game and paired with calls from Aleksib, a well-executed T side put them 9-3 up before switching sides. Losing the pistol round, MongolZ paved the way for NAVI to take home the map, which they did without losing a single round. 2.08 IR from iM proved fundamental in getting NAVI an early lead in the series against an opponent that has historically troubled them a great deal.

Map 2: Ancient; Pick: MongolZ; Winner: NAVI

A solid start from MongolZ to open Ancient put NAVI on the back foot. The MongolZ’s fast-paced offense was proving too much for NAVI to handle early on, but a quick tactical change with NAVI being more proactive on the defense helped them recover the half and switch sides with a level scoreline. The story repeated for another half as the next 12 rounds failed to separate the teams, leading to the map going to OT. MongolZ faltered in overtime as NAVI went on to win all of the remaining rounds and closed the map with a 16-12 scoreline.

MongolZ have tormented NAVI on big occasions multiple times in the past, but not today. This is the day, NAVI goes through to the next round of play at the cost of MongolZ, who will now be heading home. Goes without saying that one bad event barely takes anything away from them, but with the Major approaching, now is the time to iron out the wrinkles.

When Will Daredevil Be Released in Marvel Rivals?

Aritra Patra
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When Will Daredevil Be Released in Marvel Rivals?

Marvel Rivals Season 4.5, “Heart of the Dragon,” goes live on October 10, 2025, at 10:00 AM UTC (3:30 PM IST) after a short maintenance window. The long-awaited mid-season update sees the Man Without Fear become the newest Duelist hero of the game, bringing major gameplay changes, Halloween celebrations, and the commencement of cross-progression testing.

Marvel Rivals Season 4.5 Release Date & Time

NetEase Games has assured that maintenance for Marvel Rivals Season 4.5 will begin on October 10, 2025, at 9:00 AM UTC, with an estimated 2-3 hours of downtime. The season will be available live on all platforms globally simultaneously, eliminating regional delays. Here are the launch times across multiple regions:

  • India Standard Time (IST): 3:30 PM
  • Eastern Time (ET): 6:00 AM
  • Pacific Time (PT): 3:00 AM
  • British Summer Time (BST): 11:00 AM
  • Central European Summer Time (CEST): 12:00 PM
  • Japan Standard Time (JST): 7:00 PM
  • Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST): 8:00 PM

The highlight of Season 4.5 is the addition of Matt Murdock, better known as Daredevil, as a new three-star difficulty Duelist. This is a major addition to the roster of heroes, introducing special mechanics that showcase the character’s amplified senses and martial arts skills.

Season 4.5 is a major departure for Marvel Rivals, not just bringing the fan-favorite Marvel character Daredevil but also core gameplay system changes, seasonal events, and community-asked-for features. The addition of Daredevil’s distinctive mechanics, extensive balance changes, celebratory Halloween content, and the implementation of cross-progression testing make this update one of the most feature-packed mid-season drops in the game’s history.

BMSD 2025 Survival Stage: All Participating Teams

Moin Khot
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BMSD 2025 Survival Stage: All Participating Teams

Following the intense Semi Finals, the stage is all set for the BGMI Showdown (BMSD) Survival Stage 2025. Sixteen teams have advanced to this critical phase, each fighting for one of the last eight coveted spots in the Grand Finals. The Survival Stage promises intense competition, as the future of these teams’ tournament journeys hangs in the balance.

BMSD 2025 Survival Stage Format Recap

The Survival Stage takes place from 8th to 9th October and features 16 participating teams. Across two match days, these teams will compete in 12 matches, six per day. The top 8 teams based on overall performance will advance to the Grand Finals, while the bottom 8 squads will be eliminated from contention.

All Participating Teams in BMSD 2025 Survival Stage

Here are the sixteen teams battling it out for a Grand Finals berth:

  1. 8Bit
  2. Autobotz Esports
  3. Blitz Esports
  4. Cincinnati Kids
  5. First Curiosity
  6. FS Esports
  7. Genesis Esports
  8. Likitha Esports
  9. Los Hermanos Esports
  10. Madkings Esports
  11. Meta Ninja
  12. MYSTERIOUS 4
  13. Nebula Esports
  14. Phoenix Esports
  15. Vasista Esports
  16. Victores Sumus

The stakes couldn’t be higher as these teams put everything on the line to keep their BMSD 2025 dreams alive. With only half of the Survival Stage participants advancing, the matches are expected to be intense.

Fans can look forward to nailbiting gameplay and surprise upsets. The Survival Stage serves as a thrilling precursor to the Grand Finals, where the best of the best will ultimately clash for the lion’s share in the ₹1 crore prize pool, bragging rights, and a shot at representing India on an even bigger stage.

The coming days will reveal which eight teams will secure their place alongside the already qualified squads.

BMSD 2025 Grand Finals: All Qualified Teams From Semi Finals

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BMSD 2025 Grand Finals: All Qualified Teams From Semi Finals

The stage is all set for the highly anticipated BGMI Showdown (BMSD) 2025 Grand Finals, as eight standout teams have successfully advanced from the Semi Finals. Following intense matchdays, these squads will now compete for the lion’s share in the ₹1 crore prize pool, bragging rights, and a shot at representing India on an even bigger stage.

Qualified Teams for the BMSD 2025 Grand Finals So Far

After a tough double round-robin format, the following eight teams emerged on top in the Semi Finals and have secured their Grand Finals slots:

  1. K9 Esports
  2. GodLike Esports
  3. Orangutan
  4. Team Aryan
  5. True Rippers
  6. Gods Reign
  7. Team SouL
  8. White Walkers

Tournament Format Overview

The Semi Finals, held from 4th to 7th October, featured 24 teams divided into three groups. Every team played 16 matches in a double round-robin format. The top 8 teams advanced directly to the Grand Finals. On the other hand, the remaining 16 moved to the Survival Stage for another shot at making it through.

The Survival Stage, running from 8th to 9th October , sees 16 teams fighting for just 8 spots in the Grand Finals. The bottom 8 teams are eliminated from the competition.

Also read: 4 Japanese and 4 Korean Teams Qualified for BMIC 2025

Once the Grand Finals begin on 10th October, 16 teams, including these newly qualified squads, will face off across 18 matches to determine the ultimate BMSD champion, along with a coveted slot in the PMGC 2025 Gauntlet stage.

Vitality Qualifies for EPL Season 22 Playoffs

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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Vitality Qualifies for EPL Season 22 Playoffs

Vitality is through to the playoffs of the ESL Pro League Season 22, beating G2 Esports in a tough series. Coming out ahead with a 2-0 scoreline, Vitality will be at the next rounds of play despite many writing them off after their opening day loss.

VETO

  • G2 removed Nuke
  • Vitality removed Ancient
  • G2 picked Inferno
  • Vitality picked Mirage
  • G2 removed Overpass
  • Vitality removed Train
  • Dust2 was left over

Map 1: Inferno; Pick: G2; Winner: Vitality

A blistering 8-0 Start with Vitality, put them far ahead of G2 right from the get-go. G2, in their futile attempt to stop Vitality, pulled in a few rounds, but the half was too far gone, leading to the conclusion with a 10-2 scoreline. Losing the pistol closed any hopes for a comeback, and Vitality rallied to the end in the second half without dropping a single round. 13-2 domination of G2 by Vitality was marked by a statement, Ropz‘s performance, but that hardly tells the story of a stellar team performance.

Map 2: Mirage; Pick: Vitality; Winner: Vitality

G2 was in the mood to return the favour as they started with a 5-0 scoreline. Vitality did manage to win rounds, but they were few and far between, as Vitality failed to do anything convincing in their offense. Despite switching sides with a massive 9-3 deficit, Vitality’s strong defence later closed down G2 to push the game to OT. The OT saw Vitality pull ahead of G2 with two rounds in the first and two in the second half to seal the deal. The 16-13 win by Vitality could be credited to 25 kills from ZyWoo, with ropz chiming in with the impact when needed.

G2’s room for error is now gone, with the next match against 3DMAX being a do-or-die one. Playoffs are where G2 shine, and for them to miss it would be a shame for the competition in the next round of play. Tomorrow, we will find out if G2 can make it to the playoffs or if it will be their last day here.

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