The annual HLTV Awards presented by 1xBet are set to return this weekend, bringing the Counter-Strike community together in Belgrade, Serbia. The ceremony will be held live on Jan. 10 at the Blue Hall
The 2026 VCT Pacific Kickoff is set to open later this month, offering fans an early look at how teams in the Pacific region may stack up ahead of the new VALORANT competitive season. Riot Games, deve
Ahead of the start of the 2026 competitive season, League of Legends Champions Korea teams gathered in Seoul to set the tone for the year. At the annual LCK Cup Media Day, players and coaches across t
League of Legends is heading into the 2026 season with a new setting and storyline. Alongside the Demacia-themed “For Demacia,” Riot has unveiled a new cinematic. On January 7, Riot Games
On the 7th, the “2026 LCK Cup Media Day” was held at CHZZK LoL Park in Jongno. A flood of questions was directed at the representative players from each team in attendance, centering on th
On the 7th, the 2026 LCK Cup Media Day was held at CHZZK LoL Park in Jongno. At the event, the head coaches of the LCK's 10 teams who attended shared their thoughts on Coach Comms, newly introduced fo
On the 7th, the “2026 LCK Cup Media Day” was held at CHZZK LoL Park in Jongno. LCK Secretary General Lee Jeong-hoon, who attended on site, celebrated the accomplishments of 2025 while also
Riot Games has outlined a sweeping 2026 season update for Valorant, detailing changes to competitive systems, new gameplay content, and additions to the game's esport structure. The roadmap centers on
G2 Esports is expanding its presence in regional League of Legends competition through a new partnership with NORD Esports, unveiling a jointly operated team that will compete in Germany's Prime Leagu
The 2026 LCK Cup is set to begin Jan. 14 with KT Rolster facing DN Supers in the opening match, marking the return of Korea's preseason League of Legends tournament alongside sweeping roster changes a
“Faker” Lee Sang-hyeok has been awarded the Cheongnyong (Blue Dragon) Medal (First Class), the highest grade of South Korea's Order of Sports Merit. This is the first time in history that
During his state visit to China, President Lee Jae-myung pointed to the game industry—within the broader cultural content sector—as a new breakthrough for Korea–China economic cooper
Faker (Lee Sang-hyeok) has become the first South Korean esports athlete to receive the Cheongnyong Medal (1st Class) of the Order of Sport Merit. On January 2, Lee attended the New Year's reception h
Riot Games says it has conducted an ethics and professional conduct education program for players and coaching staff competing in League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK) ahead of the 2026 season and t
Hong “Karsa” Hao-xuan, the legendary jungler who dominated both the LMS (Taiwan–Hong Kong–Macau) and China's LPL and earned a reputation as an “LCK killer,” has off
Naver's CHZZK streaming service is teaming up with professional esports organizations as it moves proactively to strengthen its competitiveness as a streaming platform. Naver Corp. (CEO Choi Soo-yeon)
HLTV has announced the finalists for its 2025 HLTV Awards presented by 1xBet, narrowing a field of nominees to a select group of contenders recognized for their performances and contributions across t
T1 has announced a two-year contract extension with Mun “Oner” Hyeon-jun. On the 24th, T1 shared via its official social media channels that it has extended Mun “Oner” Hyeon-ju
Some years announce themselves as turning points. For South Asian gaming, 2025 appeared to be one of them from the start. Across India and neighboring countries, competitive gaming felt increasingly v
WEMADE announced plans to host an international esports tournament for Legend of YMIR in early 2026, partnering with gaming hardware company Razer for what the publisher describes as a foundational st
