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FaZe Clan unveils Call of Duty Warzone roster

FaZe Clan has unveiled its Call of Duty: Warzone roster competing in this year’s Call of Duty: Warzone Resurgence Series (WRS) circuit. The new roster follows content creator Kris ‘Swagg‘ Laberson hosting open tryouts for players looking to represent the North American organisation in high-profile tournaments. Revealed on March 3rd, the trio of ‘EtcThomas‘, ‘Prospect‘, … Continued The post FaZe Clan unveils Call of Duty Warzone roster appeared firs

Esports Insider 04.03.2026 13:21 Uhr

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When does the current Fortnite season end?

Knowing when the Fortnite season ends can help you plan your final weeks of grinding and give you a better idea of when to expect new content to drop. Each season has a variable duration, with some lasting 2–3 months and others extending for various reasons. There are also mini-seasons, which usually last a month, … Continued The post When does the current Fortnite season end? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 04.03.2026 13:09 Uhr

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Marvel Rivals opens registrations for March PlayStation Cup

NetEase has revealed the schedule for the Marvel Rivals PlayStation Cup challenge taking place in March 2026. Exclusive to PS4 and PS5 users only, the community tournaments offer in-game rewards such as Units, titles and more based on a team’s performance. According to the announcement, the PlayStation Cup will unfold across two splits. Registrations for … Continued The post Marvel Rivals opens registrations for March PlayStation Cup appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 04.03.2026 13:06 Uhr

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Highguard to shut down on March 12th

Wildlight Entertainment has announced that it will permanently shut down its free-to-play hero shooter Highguard on March 12th, 2026. The live-service game is being shuttered 45 days after it first launched back in January, with the developer citing that Highguard failed to ‘build a sustainable player base’. “Today we’re sharing difficult news,” Wildlight Entertainment wrote … Continued The post Highguard to shut down on March 12th appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 04.03.2026 12:20 Uhr

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Top 10% of UK gamblers spend £745 a month on average

The Nationwide Building Society is raising the alarm over rising gambling-related harm in the United Kingdom. New data shows a significant increase in both gambling spending and the number of people seeking support. The building society recorded a 9% year-on-year rise in gambling spend, with transaction volumes also climbing 7% from approximately £205.28m to £224.57m, … Continued The post Top 10% of UK gamblers spend £745 a month on average appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 04.03.2026 12:16 Uhr

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MGM Resorts and BetMGM pledge over $1m to combat problem gambling

MGM Resorts International and BetMGM have announced a combined commitment of over $1m (£752,000) to responsible gaming initiatives. This coincides with March’s recognition of Problem Gambling Awareness Month by the National Council on Problem Gambling. The investment spans research funding, community partnerships, employee training, and public awareness campaigns across both physical and digital platforms. The … Continued The post MGM Resorts and BetMGM pledge over $1m to combat prob

Esports Insider 04.03.2026 12:06 Uhr

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FUT Esports and Legacy qualify for ESL Pro League Season 23 Stage 2

FUT Esports and Legacy have become the first teams to qualify for Stage 2 of ESL Pro League Season 23 after a flawless performance during the opening stage. The Brazilian side of Legacy defeated Ninjas in Pyjamas, G2 Esports, and Parivision, while FUT Esports bested M80, Passion UA, and Astralis to advance. Strong Starts For … Continued The post FUT Esports and Legacy qualify for ESL Pro League Season 23 Stage 2 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 04.03.2026 12:01 Uhr

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Apex Legends x Gundam event arrives March 10th

Gaming publisher EA has announced that the Apex Legends x Gundam event will launch on March 10th. The event will bring Legend skins inspired by the popular Japanese mech franchise, alongside new gameplay elements in the Wildcard mode and more. Nine Gundam-inspired skins will be unlocked for some of the best Legends in the game, … Continued The post Apex Legends x Gundam event arrives March 10th appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 04.03.2026 08:59 Uhr

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G2 Esports enters Teamfight Tactics

European organisation G2 Esports has announced its entry into Teamfight Tactics (TFT), unveiling a four-player roster for Riot Games’ autobattler title. The team revealed the move in a post on X (formerly Twitter). “A new arena to dominate,” the announcement states. “Introducing G2 TFT.” G2 Esports, best known for its success in titles such as … Continued The post G2 Esports enters Teamfight Tactics appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 04.03.2026 08:48 Uhr

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EDward Gaming and Xi Lai Gaming eliminated from VALORANT Masters Santiago

VALORANT Champions 2024 winner EDward Gaming and fellow VCT China representative Xi Lai Gaming have been eliminated from VALORANT Masters Santiago. The two Chinese teams lost their respective Swiss Stage matches against Pacific’s T1 and Americas team G2 Esports, which remain in the running for the two final Playoffs slots at the event. EDward Gaming … Continued The post EDward Gaming and Xi Lai Gaming eliminated from VALORANT Masters Santiago appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 04.03.2026 08:40 Uhr

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BIG announces female CS2 initiative Project Breach

German esports organisation BIG (Berlin International Gaming) has revealed that it is working on a female Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) initiative called Project Breach in collaboration with GreenMedical. The announcement was made through a three-minute reveal trailer on social media, promising to reveal more information surrounding the event in the near future. BIG’s initiative comes several … Continued The post BIG announces female CS2 initiative Project Breach appeared first on Esports I

Esports Insider 03.03.2026 18:28 Uhr

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2026 PUBG Global Series Circuit 1: teams, format, schedule, and more

Krafton has revealed complete details surrounding the 2026 PUBG Global Series Circuit 1, which is centred around three tournaments. The event will take place in Seoul, South Korea and will see 24 teams from around the world competing for $500,000 (~£376,325) in prize money and PGS Points. Check out everything there is to know about … Continued The post 2026 PUBG Global Series Circuit 1: teams, format, schedule, and more appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 03.03.2026 18:17 Uhr

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G2 Esports and Gentle Mates invited to Stake Ranked Ep.1 Main Event

G2 Esports and Gentle Mates are among the six teams to receive direct invitations to the Stake Ranked Ep.1 main event. The Tier 2 Counter-Strike 2 tournament, operated by StarLadder, sees eight teams compete for a share of its $100,000 (~£75,204) prize pool. The invites were decided using February’s Valve Regional Standings (VRS), with G2 … Continued The post G2 Esports and Gentle Mates invited to Stake Ranked Ep.1 Main Event appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 03.03.2026 17:53 Uhr

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Twitch Rivals chooses to celebrate Women’s Day with a cooking game

Online competitive event Twitch Rivals is facing criticism after announcing a special tournament to celebrate International Women’s Day. Scheduled for March 8th, the event will feature cooking simulation game Overcooked 2, a choice that has sparked visible disdain across social media. While framed as a tribute to women in gaming, many online have questioned the … Continued The post Twitch Rivals chooses to celebrate Women’s Day with a cooking game appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 03.03.2026 16:07 Uhr

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2XKO prize pool and rewards revealed for Evo Japan 2026

Details have been revealed regarding the prizes on offer for players competing in the 2XKO tournament during the upcoming FGC festival, Evo Japan 2026. Rewards include in-game skins and cosmetics, in addition to a cut of the prize pool saved only for the top-performing competitors. Tournaments at Evo Japan 2026 allow anyone to participate, with … Continued The post 2XKO prize pool and rewards revealed for Evo Japan 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 03.03.2026 15:52 Uhr

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Call of Duty: Warzone Season 2 Reloaded adds a Blackout-inspired mode

Activision has shared details for the highly anticipated Call of Duty: Warzone Season 2 Reloaded update, which will see the launch of Black Ops Royale as a brand-new game mode. Launching on March 13th, the mode takes inspiration from Call of Duty: Blackout, the franchise’s first battle royale mode. A New Map and Mechanics Black … Continued The post Call of Duty: Warzone Season 2 Reloaded adds a Blackout-inspired mode appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 03.03.2026 15:38 Uhr

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Pulsar unveils new gaming mouse in collaboration with ZywOo

Gaming peripherals company Pulsar Gaming Gears has officially launched a limited edition mouse in collaboration with CS2 professional player Mathieu ‘ZywOo‘ Herbaut. The hardware, called ‘The Chosen Mouse’, will get a second edition after ZywOo was crowned the World #1 Player for the fourth time. The Team Vitality player has also achieved a record-breaking 30 … Continued The post Pulsar unveils new gaming mouse in collaboration with ZywOo appeared first on Esports I

Esports Insider 03.03.2026 15:00 Uhr

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Insomnia Gaming Festival cancels i74

UK-based gaming and esports event Insomnia Gaming Festival has announced the cancellation of its Insomnia 74 (i74) event. The event was scheduled to take place from April 30th to May 3rd at the Staffordshire County Showground, with a variety of esports tournaments announced alongside gaming exhibitions and a BYOC LAN. Announced on March 3rd, the … Continued The post Insomnia Gaming Festival cancels i74 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 03.03.2026 14:46 Uhr

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Akku joins Alliance Apex Legends roster for ALGS Year 6

Swedish esports organisation Alliance has announced that Jan ‘akku‘ Schneeberger has joined its Apex Legends roster. He will compete alongside in-game leader John ‘Hakis‘ Håkansson and Andre ‘Unlucky‘ Türk, representing Alliance in Apex Legends Global Series (ALGS) Year 6. Akku is a seasoned competitor in Apex Legends esports, with some of his earliest matches dating … Continued The post Akku joins Alliance Apex Legends roster for ALGS Year 6 appeared fi

Esports Insider 03.03.2026 14:21 Uhr

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Former League of Legends pro Meteos joins Riot Games gameplay analysis team

Former professional League of Legends jungler William ‘Meteos‘ Hartman has joined Riot Games’ Gameplay Analysis Team.  Sharing the update on social media, the former Cloud9 player confirmed that his role involves playtesting upcoming changes and providing feedback on gameplay adjustments before they go live. In his post, Meteos wrote, “Today was my first day on … Continued The post Former League of Legends pro Meteos joins Riot Games gameplay analysis team appeared first

Esports Insider 03.03.2026 14:04 Uhr

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FISSURE Playground 3 CS2 tournament cancelled

Esports tournament organiser FISSURE has announced the cancellation of its Counter-Strike 2 event, FISSURE Playground 3. The tournament organiser reveals that ‘a logistical conflict in the competitive calendar’ played a role in cancelling the event scheduled for April 20th to 26th. Announced on March 3rd, the decision to cancel the event coincides with the launch … Continued The post FISSURE Playground 3 CS2 tournament cancelled appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 03.03.2026 13:40 Uhr

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Bobby Plays unveils invitational Call of Duty Mobile tournament

Content creator Drake ‘Bobby Plays‘ Johncock has announced the launch of an invitational Call of Duty: Mobile tournament ahead of the upcoming season for the mobile shooter title. Taking place from March 9th to 10th, the Call of Duty Bobby Invitational sees teams competing for a share of a $10,000 (~£7,518) prize pool. Announced on … Continued The post Bobby Plays unveils invitational Call of Duty Mobile tournament appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 03.03.2026 13:01 Uhr

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Ubisoft unveils R6 EML Challenger Circuit 2026 details

Ubisoft has revealed everything coming to the 2026 Rainbow Six Siege (R6) Europe and MENA League (EML) Challenger circuit, offering a €75,000 (~$87,000/£65,460) prize pool. Aspiring esports players will compete across official and partnered tournaments to earn circuit points, which are required to reach the advanced stages of the Challenger Finals and have a shot … Continued The post Ubisoft unveils R6 EML Challenger Circuit 2026 details appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 03.03.2026 12:44 Uhr

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Krafton announces return of PUBG RACE West for 2026

Krafton has announced the return of PUBG RACE West for its 2026 edition, a two-day event featuring top PUBG creators from EMEA and the Americas. Taking place on March 7th and 8th, the tournament will see 16 teams competing for a prize pool of $30,000 (~£22,590). PUBG RACE West 2026 will be played in TPP … Continued The post Krafton announces return of PUBG RACE West for 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 03.03.2026 12:32 Uhr

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