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PUBG, update returns to the jungles of Sanhok with Season 8

PUBG Corporation, pioneer of the battle royale genre, today announced that its trailblazing title, PLAYERUNKNOWN’S BATTLEGROUNDS (PUBG), has sold over 70 million units to date. To commemorate this milestone, the latest update will return to the jungles of Sanhok with PUBG Season 8. The once familiar jungle destination is now an overgrown abandoned paradise that has been remastered to be leaner, meaner, and more deadly than ever before!… Read the rest

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SMITE: Battleground of the Gods, ‘Avatar’ Battle Pass & collaboration event

Overflowing with content and crowned with the all-new Battle Pass in partnership with Nickelodeon, the Mid-Season Update is set to top even the resounding success  of June’s Cthulhu release.

  • Avatar; The Last Airbender Battle Pass – Available: Aang Merlin, Zuko Susano, Korra Skadi and their prestige Avatar-state version, plus tons of thematic content

  • New in-game event – The ‘New Moon’ event features skins, quests and story developments

  • Hundreds of changes – Bringing a fresh feel to the fights: new abilities for jungle monsters, countless balance changes, and a new Ranked Split

For many players, the Avatar Battle Pass is the centerpiece of this content-packed Mid-Season update.… Read the rest

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PUBG MOBILE, new content in Royal Pass Season 14

PUBG MOBILE kicks up the heat with a hot wave of new content in Royal Pass Season 14: “Spark the Flame.” Beginning tomorrow, July 14, players can unlock a sizzling array of newly-themed multi-form gear skins, rich level rewards and more through the App Store and Google Play.


In collaboration with Google, Android users can enroll in Royal Pass Season 14 through PUBG MOBILE’s new Royal Pass Prime Subscription service and enjoy exclusive Prime-only player benefits.… Read the rest

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PUBG MOBILE reveals a new anti-cheat measure

PUBG MOBILE reveals a new anti-cheat measure to improve competitiveness and crack down on cheaters. This update builds upon the existing Spectate Mode, added a peer review mechanism. The game server will now determine in real-time if a given player is visible in the view of the game host, using that information to decide whether or not to transmit the location data to spectators.… Read the rest

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F1 2020 is available

Codemasters®  launched F1® 2020, the official videogame of the 2020 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP™ for PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X, Windows PC (DVD and via Steam), and Google Stadia.  With two new circuits, the introduction of driver-manager feature, My Team, improved on-track options, and the reintroduction of split-screen and more, F1® 2020 caters for race fans of all levels and experience. … Read the rest

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World of Warcraft: Shadowlands, Learn more about collector’s edition

During a livestreamed preview of upcoming World of Warcraft: Shadowlands content, Executive Producer John Hight revealed the Collector’s Edition for the next expansion.

This limited Collector’s Edition boasts a trove of collectibles to complement the journey of World of Warcraft players into the Shadowlands, including:

  • Hardback Art of the Shadowlands book
  • Shattered sky mousepad
  • Set of 4 collector’s pins featuring the sigils of each Shadowlands covenant
  • Shadowlands Collector’s Edition digital soundtrack key
  • Epic Edition digital game key, which comes with 30 days of game time and all the in-game extras from the digital Epic Edition:
    • Ensorcelled Everwyrm mount
    • Anima Wyrmling pet
    • Eternal Traveler’s Hearthstone
    • Illusion: Wraithchill cosmetic weapon effect
    • Shadowlands-level character boost

Pre-purchase will be opening online in the coming days, and players should check availability with their favorite retailers.

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World of Tanks, Anniversary plans involve 7v7 battles

One month, and one Act, separates World of Tanks from its 10th anniversary and subsequent big birthday bash! Act IV sees the return of 7v7 battles in Timeless Brawl. Additionally, there will be a new set of anniversary missions for players to take on, which will reward them with the grand prize: a 3D style for the T30, the legendary Tier IX tank destroyer.… Read the rest

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University Interscholastic League, Generation Esports sponsors Texas League

Generation Esports (GenE) — a global community-focused esports organization and tournament platform — announced that it has been named the exclusive esports sponsor of the University Interscholastic League (UIL), Texas’ largest inter-school organization that provides extracurricular academic, athletic, and recreational activities to schools statewide.


“Generation Esports is honored to be an exclusive sponsor of the prestigious University Interscholastic League,” said Mason Mullenioux, co-founder and CEO of Generation Esports.… Read the rest

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NASCAR Heat 5, ‘Gold’ edition out

Developer 704Games and publisher Motorsport Games have officially released the Gold Edition of NASCAR Heat 5 today on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X, and on PC via Steam for $69.99. The Gold Edition provides players with tons of exclusive content featuring NASCAR Hall of Famer Tony Stewart, the NASCAR Heat 5 Season Pass (containing four DLC packs), and in-game cash to kick-start your team.… Read the rest

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PAX Arena VALORANT Invitational Powered by Seagate

PAX, the high traffic event series in North America and Australia celebrating all things gaming, teams up with Riot Games to host the PAX Arena VALORANT Invitational Powered By Seagate from July 22 – 26, as part of Riot’s first Ignition Series of tournaments for their new hit title.
This marquee summer showdown for 5v5 character-based tactical shooter VALORANT joins the rich tradition of PAX Arena esports events.
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F1 2020, ‘Schumacher Deluxe’ is out

F1® 2020 Deluxe Schumacher Edition has launched for PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X, and Windows PC (DVD and via Steam). Celebrating the career of the legendary Michael Schumacher, the Deluxe Schumacher Edition comes with exclusive themed car liveries and driver customization items, including a unique podium celebration.… Read the rest