The next WCS Circuit event is just around the corner, as StarCraft II returns to Sweden for DreamHack Summer. From tomorrow, June 17 to Monday, June 19, 80 top players will battle it out at WCS Jönköping for a share of $100,000 USD. Up for grabs are also plenty of WCS points—vital for earning the chance to compete at the WCS Global Finals later this year.… Read the rest
Into the Unknown: A Journey through Science Fiction
The genre-defining exhibition of art, design, film & literature
Barbican Centre, London, UK
Saturday 3 June – Friday 1 September 2017
Media View, Thursday 1 June 2017, 10am –1pm
#intotheunknown
www.barbican.org.uk/intotheunknown
Opening in June 2017, major Barbican exhibition Into the Unknown: A Journey through Science Fiction is a genre-defining exploration of one of popular culture’s most celebrated realms.… Read the rest
gamescom 2017, Tickets now available
On 23 August, Cologne will be again the place to be for interested business representatives from all industries, as well as creatives, educators, politicians and researchers. How credible is influencer marketing? How does a long-haul flight become a multiplayer session? What are computer games doing at MoMA? Why are games important for training journalists?… Read the rest
Insomnia X Resonate, is in Glasgow from 21 to 23 July for a weekend of all things gaming
Scotland’s biggest gaming festival, Insomnia X Resonate, is in Glasgow from 21 to 23 July for a weekend of all things gaming featuring a new Virtual Reality Zone and the first Scotland v England YouTubers battle.
The action-packed festival takes place at Scottish Event Campus (SEC), Glasgow from 21-23 July.
The new VR Zone will allow visitors to experience the latest headset and games through virtual reality; the Retro Zone is an old-school throwback to classic games and the Indie Zone is an interactive area where guests can play, compete and watch up-and-coming games before they are released!… Read the rest
Early Bird and VIP Tickets on Sale Now for the Atlanta Edition of MEGASHOW: Games. Music. Art.
Organizers of MEGASHOW: Games. Music. Art., a new traveling event series dedicated to indie communities and produced by the creators of Indie MEGABOOTH, have opened early bird and VIP ticket sales for the first edition of the festival taking place in Atlanta, GA on July 15. The one-day event being held at the Tabernacle will bring together niche creative indie communities from game developers to musicians and visual artists, to throw a “MEGA” indie event.… Read the rest
Logitech G903 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse and Logitech G703 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse
After more than four years of R&D, Logitech G, a brand of Logitech, announced the launch of two technologies that make the dream of high performance wireless gaming a reality. Logitech G POWERPLAYTM is the world’s first wireless charging system for gaming mice providing continuous charging while both playing games and at rest – completely eliminating the need to dock or park their mouse to recharge.… Read the rest
Intel Showcases Extraordinary PC Gaming and VR Experiences at E3; Announces $1 Million Intel Grand Slam for Esports
On the eve of the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), Intel demonstrated a lineup of new games and technology, and revealed several new initiatives, including partnerships with ESL*, Oculus* and Ready At Dawn Studios* that will take PC gaming to the next level. With more than 1.3 billion PC gamers worldwide, the PC platform continues to be the top choice for the best gaming experiences.… Read the rest
LucidSound’s LS25 eSports Gaming Headset for PC, Console, Mobile Platforms
LucidSound®, one of the fastest growing brands in gaming audio, announced today the LS25 eSports Gaming Headset. The LS25 has been developed to appeal to the eSports and competitive PC gaming community, concentrating on the features essential to provide superior performance during tournament play.
Dedicated to exceptional chat and sound quality, LucidSound has once again delivered its signature audio quality and unmatched feature set:
- 50mm High Fidelity speakers with Neodymium magnets have been specifically engineered for gaming
- A remarkably clear sound stage so that gamers can easily identify teammates, enemies and audio cues that provide the difference between victory and defeat
- Dual mics allowing players the option of using the integrated discrete mic (Ideal for phone calls and casual chat) or the unidirectional, flexible boom mic for intense gaming sessions
- Direct to PC connection via a 3.5mm audio jack, ensuring a simple connection to any gaming rig
- Reliable audio connection with no batteries required, pro gamers can be assured of uninterrupted game and chat audio
- Proprietary control system, allowing gamers to adjust volume simply by twisting the ear cup
- Fully compatible with PC, Xbox One, PlayStation®4, Nintendo® Switch™ and mobile platforms
“The LucidSound design philosophy is focused on building the next generation of gaming audio products with a focus on uncompromising audio quality, innovative control, exceptional comfort and enhanced voice communications,” said Chris Von Huben, CEO of LucidSound. … Read the rest
FINAL FANTASY XIV REAL ESCAPE GAME “TRIALS OF BAHAMUT” VENTURES TO CITIES ACROSS THE UNITED STATES THIS SUMMER
FINAL FANTASY® XIV players can test their wits this summer at the “Trials of Bahamut” Real Escape Game, an immersive entertainment experience complete with the breathtaking cinematics synonymous with the franchise. The trials will kick off in Los Angeles on June 16 to coincide with the start of FINAL FANTASY XIV: Stormblood™ Early Access, with the trial also coming to select locations in the United States throughout the summer.… Read the rest
BELONG’s Arena Clash returns with Summer Season
Compete in Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare, Overwatch, League of Legends for £7,500 prize pool
BELONG Arena Clash is back for a second season, with registration open from 16th June, giving gamers the opportunity to compete across three top titles: Call of Duty®: Infinite Warfare, Overwatch and League of Legends*. … Read the rest