September 2020 – Page 2 – eSports News & Gaming Events

September 24, 2020September 24, 2020

Madden NFL 21, Most Sponsors in Madden NFL Championship Series History

Madden NFL 21 Championship Series (MCS21) announced brand-new and returning sponsors joining the 2020-21 competitive season. MCS21 features the most sponsors in Madden NFL Championship Series (MCS) history, nearly double the number of sponsors seen for the Madden NFL 20 Championship Series, with more to come. The news comes after the successful premieres of new MCS21 competitive gaming entertainment, Derwin James vs.… Read the rest

September 24, 2020September 24, 2020

PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, Update 8.3 out on the consoles, Stadia

PUBG Season 8 is coming to an end with Update 8.3, available on console and Stadia Live Servers. This update brings brand new gameplay upgrades to enhance team tactics, including the Team Combat Indicators and Assist tracking and messaging. The tried and true map of Erangel now features Ferries, which will make for some great sea-faring showdowns.… Read the rest

September 23, 2020September 23, 2020

BeA & Pearson, international level 3 qualification and resources in esports

The British Esports Association has partnered with Pearson to launch a brand new international level 3 qualification and resources in esports.

This qualification is the first of its kind and a major step forward in supporting the creation of long-term careers in the growing global esports industry. And now institutions around the world can offer these new qualifications to overseas learners from September 2020.… Read the rest

September 22, 2020September 27, 2020

Fortnite, ‘Llama-Rama’ event marks a Rocket League milestone

To celebrate the free-to-play launch of Rocket League, Epic Games is celebrating with a Fortnite crossover event… Llama-Rama! Fortnite’s “Llama-Rama” celebration includes a concert from a Rocket League fan-favorite and cool, in-game rewards/items for both Fortnite and Rocket League!

Fortnite Presents: Spotlights – DJ Slushii

Epic has announced that Rocket League fan-favorite, DJ Slushii, will be closing out the Fortnite Presents: Spotlight series with a performance at Party Royale.

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September 22, 2020September 22, 2020

World of Tanks, Console edition’s second season gets going with Hot Wheels

In partnership with Hot Wheels™, Wargaming and World of Tanks Console are proud to announce Season 2 – World of Tanks: Hot Wheels™!

From September 22 to December 7, Season 2 introduces more amazing Season Pass additions, as well as rewards and unlockable content for players without the Season Pass! There will also be an eclectic Ultimate Pass available too, including a unique crew and extensive rewards.… Read the rest

September 22, 2020September 22, 2020

DIRT 5, ‘Rush’ mode and a trip to Morocco

Get a look at how DIRT 5’s extreme dynamic weather can transform a race, with super-light machines racing in Morocco and battling through an ever-approaching sandstorm, which engulfs the circuit mid-race.

Land Rush events in DIRT 5 bring off-road terrain and extreme routes for rough-and-ready cars, available across multiple locations in the game.… Read the rest

September 22, 2020September 29, 2020

PUBG Mobile, EMEA League’s Split winners announced

The winners of the PUBG MOBILE Club Open in Europe, Turkey, CIS, Germany, Middle East & Africa, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia have been crowned, with the best teams qualifying for the brand new PUBG MOBILE EMEA League to battle for three spots in the PUBG MOBILE Global Championship

Across the Atlantic, the highly anticipated PUBG MOBILE Pro League Americas league matches begin tomorrow.… Read the rest

September 21, 2020September 21, 2020

Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six: Siege, R6 Share – teams, tier line-ups

Ubisoft^® revealed the list of professional organizations selected to be part of R6 SHARE, as well as their initial Tier placement in the program. R6 SHARE is the cornerstone of Ubisoft’s vision of sustainable esports for Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six^® Siege and aims to ensure a mature and virtuous environment for partner organizations.… Read the rest

September 21, 2020September 25, 2020

Fortnite, BTS (that boy band) to do a music video in-game

Epic Games announced that it has partnered with the global pop superstars BTS to premiere a new choreography version music video of the record breaking single “Dynamite” inside Fortnite at Party Royale’s Main Stage.

“Dynamite” is BTS’ latest English-sung single. The song debuted at No.1 on Billboard Hot 100 and maintained that feat for two consecutive weeks, first ever for a Korean pop act.… Read the rest

September 21, 2020September 27, 2020

Tennis Clash, The Laver Cup goes online

In recent months, the sports world has had to adapt and come up with innovative solutions to connect with their audiences. The Laver Cup, the renowned international men’s team tennis competition has teamed up with Tennis Clash, the world’s most popular tennis game for mobile platforms, developed by Wildlife Studios, to create a Laver Cup-themed in-game tournament.… Read the rest

September 21, 2020September 21, 2020

Farming Simulator League, Trelleborg wins Season 2 Finals

GIANTS Software announced the victors of the second Season of the Farming Simulator League: Renowned global engineering group Trelleborg, most famous for their diverse wheel systems and license partner for the Farming Simulator series, made 1^st place in the final tournament this Sunday.

From the prize pool consisting of 100.000 Euros, split between the eight finalists, more than a third was awarded to the winning team of Trelleborg.… Read the rest

September 21, 2020September 27, 2020

JeSU’s Japan eSports Grand Prix, Four days of fierce competition

JeSU ( Japan eSports Union) will hold a 4 day major online eSports event ”Japan eSports Grand Prix” which will take place from 24th Sept to 27th Sept.

The main purpose of this event is to uplift the eSports scene in Japan and to select the national representative that can compete at the global level.… Read the rest

September 21, 2020September 21, 2020

World of Tanks, New episode of ‘Steel Hunter’

A brand-new episode of Steel Hunter, World of Tanks’ most popular event, kicks off on September 21. For one week, players will be able to see who’s the best on the battlefield in the game’s very own Battle Royale. Tankers can also expect more episodes to come in October and November of this year, each bringing unique rewards.… Read the rest

September 18, 2020September 20, 2020

PUBG Mobile, Club Open 2020 Fall Split Finals – Europe, Middle East & Africa

From September 19-20, the PUBG MOBILE Club Open (PMCO) in Europe, Turkey, CIS, Germany, Middle East & Africa, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia, will come to an exhilarating close, determining the best semi-pro teams in their respective regions. The competitions taking place this weekend will mark the final stage of the PMCO Finals for 2020, and can be watched live via the PUBG MOBILE Esports YouTube channel on September 19th.… Read the rest

September 18, 2020September 18, 2020

Overwatch, 2020 league’s all-star teams announcement

With teams playing online and split into two regions in Asia and North America, the Overwatch League will have two all All-Stars events this season before Grand Finals Weekend.

Here are the rosters for the 2020 All-Stars Asia and 2020 All-Stars North America events, as voted on by fans from around the world.… Read the rest