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5 reasons why Dota 2 is one of the hardest games to learn

Image credit: Valve Dota 2’s skill ceiling is incredibly high, owing to the multitude of meaningful choices the game throws at players right off the bat. Dota 2’s mechanics take some time to adjust to, as you have to remember spell and item interactions with innate abilities, facets, and passive abilities. While high skill plays … Continued The post 5 reasons why Dota 2 is one of the hardest games to learn appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 18:12 Uhr

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Call of Duty has struggled with collabs in the past, but the Fallout event has changed this

Maximus outfit in Black Ops 7 / Image credit: Bethesda/Call of Duty The Fallout collab was released in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 in January, offering post-apocalyptic rewards and a few new modes. Call of Duty fans have historically voiced concerns over crossover events, as they often don’t fit the first-person shooter theme, such … Continued The post Call of Duty has struggled with collabs in the past, but the Fallout event has changed this appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 17:53 Uhr

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“Nobody else really matters”: Alliance Hakis is confident going into the ALGS Championship 2026

Image credit: Joe Brady, Electronic Arts Alliance is the most consistent team in the Apex Legends competitive scene, and John ‘Hakis’ Håkansson has been the face of the European powerhouse since 2020.  However, whilst the team is consistently a threat at every major ALGS event, Alliance has yet to lift the game’s biggest trophy. Now, … Continued The post “Nobody else really matters”: Alliance Hakis is confident going into the ALGS Championship 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 17:00 Uhr

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Why is no one playing offlane in Dota 2 after Patch 7.40?

Centaur can still find value in the game without resources / Image credit: Valve Fewer players are queuing for offlane in ranked matches in Dota 2. Patch 7.40 brought too many overpowered carries like Clinkz, Drow Ranger, and Juggernaut, alongside aggressive hard supports. Offlaners need to adapt to the early pressure to survive the laning … Continued The post Why is no one playing offlane in Dota 2 after Patch 7.40? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 16:55 Uhr

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“This is a team that can achieve a lot”: NiKo discusses Team Falcons and role changes

Image credit: Helena Kristiansson, ESL Team Falcons player Nikola ‘NiKo‘ Kovač believes that the organisation’s Counter-Strike 2 roster has yet to reach its peak following a strong second half of 2025. In an hour-long interview with esports interviewer Freya Spiers on NiKo’s channel, the Bosnian player stated that he expects his team to be contending … Continued The post “This is a team that can achieve a lot”: NiKo discusses Team Falcons and role change

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 16:47 Uhr

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INTZ plans CBLOL comeback following HiveScale acquisition

Image credit: INTZ Esports INTZ Esports has reportedly got ambitions to return to the Campeonato Brasileiro de League of Legends (CBLOL) following its acquisition by HiveScale Holding. The Brazilian esports organisation is an iconic brand both globally and within its region, having won five CBLOL titles across a decade of competing in LoL esports. According … Continued The post INTZ plans CBLOL comeback following HiveScale acquisition appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 16:14 Uhr

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Razer enters VCT EMEA as official gaming chair partner

Image Credits: Riot Games Riot Games has announced gaming hardware brand Razer as its official gaming chair partner for VCT EMEA and Game Changers EMEA. The multi-year agreement, spanning 2026 and 2027, will see the Razer Iskur V2 gaming chair used on stage, as well as in coach and co-streaming rooms across all events. The … Continued The post Razer enters VCT EMEA as official gaming chair partner appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 16:00 Uhr

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ENTER FORCE.36 make a statement as fan favourites falter at ALGS Year 5 Championship

Image credit: Electronic Arts The Apex Legends Global Series (ALGS) Year 5 Championship has begun, kicking off with APAC North’s ENTER FORCE.36 topping the first day of the Group Stage. Taking place in Sapporo, Japan, the Group Stage has already seen multiple teams stand out from the crowd, from early contenders dominating to surprise underdogs … Continued The post ENTER FORCE.36 make a statement as fan favourites falter at ALGS Year 5 Championship appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 15:56 Uhr

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5 ways Riot can nail LoL’s client – our wishlist for the upcoming update

Image credit: Riot Games Riot is moving the League client to the same engine as the game, enabling major improvements. Performance, stability, and crashes remain the biggest pain points for players today. Social features feel outdated compared to modern multiplayer games and need an upgrade. Better integration with TFT and Legends of Runeterra could strengthen … Continued The post 5 ways Riot can nail LoL’s client – our wishlist for the upcoming update appeared first on Esports

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 14:54 Uhr

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ESL unveils IEM Rio 2026 team invites

Image credit: Enos Ku, ESL ESL has unveiled the full list of invited teams competing in the main event, global closed qualifiers, and Americas closed qualifiers for IEM Rio 2026. Eight of the top ten teams from January’s Valve Regional Standings (VRS) will compete in the main event after FaZe Clan and The MongolZ declined … Continued The post ESL unveils IEM Rio 2026 team invites appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 14:40 Uhr

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FC Barcelona launches women’s VALORANT team

Image credit: FC Barcelona Spanish multi-sports club FC Barcelona has officially entered women’s VALORANT esports with its Barça eSports GC roster. The club already fields League of Legends and VALORANT teams and now aims to qualify for the annual VALORANT Game Changers Championship later this year. Despite its rich history in traditional sports, FC Barcelona … Continued The post FC Barcelona launches women’s VALORANT team appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 13:22 Uhr

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Best fighters in MLBB: 10 damage-dealing melee heroes

Image credit: Moonton The best MLBB fighters offer melee range damage and amazing lane sustain.  Fighters usually go to the EXP lane, but sometimes make great junglers or roam too.  Fighters gain experience faster, so they can easily help teammates.  Good fighters identify and initiate fights, allowing the mage and marksmen to do damage safely.  … Continued The post Best fighters in MLBB: 10 damage-dealing melee heroes appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 13:22 Uhr

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FIA Motorsport Games champion James Baldwin signs for Team Redline

Image credit: FIA Motorsport Games FIA Motorsport Games champion James Baldwin has signed with long-standing sim racing team Team Redline. The UK-based sim racer will represent the team across a range of upcoming sim racing competitions, joining its extensive roster of drivers from around the world. Baldwin becomes the fifth British sim racer to join … Continued The post FIA Motorsport Games champion James Baldwin signs for Team Redline appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 13:15 Uhr

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Monte knocks out NAVI from BLAST Bounty Season 1

Image credit: Monte Ukrainian esports organisation Monte has scored the second surprise result of BLAST Bounty Season 1 2026. The team completed a reverse sweep yesterday against fellow Ukrainian organisation NAVI, eliminating the team from the online closed qualifier. Monte Sends NAVI Packing NAVI opened the best-of-three with a hard-fought 13-11 win on Nuke to … Continued The post Monte knocks out NAVI from BLAST Bounty Season 1 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 12:57 Uhr

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5 major Dota 2 roster moves that will impact the 2026 season

Image credit: Valve A Chinese resurgence in 2026 may be a real possibility, with the reassembled Xtreme Gaming set to include the return of a couple of fan-favourite veterans. Europe is looking as strong as ever, with a reshuffled Tundra Esports making waves in WEU and the updated BetBoom Team looking to prove themselves in … Continued The post 5 major Dota 2 roster moves that will impact the 2026 season appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 12:41 Uhr

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Will the 2026 VCT Kickoff triple-elimination format be a hit or miss?

Image Credits: Adela Sznajder, Riot Games Riot Games has introduced a brand-new triple-elimination format for its 2026 VCT Kickoff events, which will be utilised across every international league. A total of 12 teams in each International League will begin their 2026 campaign in the upper bracket, with each team needing to lose three matches before … Continued The post Will the 2026 VCT Kickoff triple-elimination format be a hit or miss? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 12:41 Uhr

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FURIA and Team Spirit headline ESL Pro League Season 23 invites

Image credit: Helena Kristiansson, ESL FURIA and Team Spirit are among the teams that have accepted invitations to compete at ESL Pro League Season 23. Most notably, ESL Pro League Season 22 champion Team Vitality will not defend its title after the organisation declined its invitation, along with Team Falcons. As a result of Team … Continued The post FURIA and Team Spirit headline ESL Pro League Season 23 invites appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 11:18 Uhr

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Five rising players to look out for in LCK Challengers 2026

T1 Sim ‘Haetae’ Su-hyeon. Image credit: Riot Games, LCK The LCK might be League of Legends’ headline act, but the esports scene’s new wave of generational talent usually lies one tier below it. The LCK Challengers League (LCK CL) has established itself as the premier proving ground for young players seeking to become the next … Continued The post Five rising players to look out for in LCK Challengers 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 10:58 Uhr

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BETBY expands betting tips Coverage ahead of ICE Barcelona

Image Credit: BETBY In the lead-up to ICE Barcelona 2026, BETBY has significantly expanded its AI-powered Betting Tips product, increasing coverage of both sports and esports. With tips available in over 30 languages and the ability to add new competitions within one business day upon request, the most recent update expands the service’s scope to … Continued The post BETBY expands betting tips Coverage ahead of ICE Barcelona appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 10:57 Uhr

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Virginia lawmakers advance bill to prohibit credit card use for sports betting

Image credit: Shutterstock A bill that would forbid using credit cards to finance sports betting accounts in Virginia is being considered by lawmakers. Introduced in a 2026 session, HB515 would amend the current sports wagering legislation to prohibit licensed operators from taking bettor deposits or credit card payments. Deposits into online sports betting accounts are … Continued The post Virginia lawmakers advance bill to prohibit credit card use for sports betting appeared first on Esp

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 10:46 Uhr

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Super Group confirms Betway withdrawal from Portugal market

Image Credit: Super Group Super Group has verified that its Betway sports betting brand has left Portugal’s regulated online gambling market. The departure occurs in the same year that Betway’s local license was due to be renewed and is the result of a formal request made by the operator to the Portuguese regulator, which was … Continued The post Super Group confirms Betway withdrawal from Portugal market appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 10:40 Uhr

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BIG EQUIPA tops final ESL Impact club incentive programme

Image credit: ESL BIG EQUIPA has topped the final club incentive standings for women’s Counter-Strike circuit ESL Impact. The ESL Impact Season 8 champion took home a lion’s share of the $100,000 (~£74,383) club reward. This was split between the eight best teams throughout Season 8. ESL reveals that BIG EQUIPA took home $25,000 (~£18,595) … Continued The post BIG EQUIPA tops final ESL Impact club incentive programme appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 15.01.2026 10:32 Uhr

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ALGS bans ImperialHal’s controller for Year 5 Championship

Image credit: Joe Brady, Electronic Arts via smugmug Team Falcons player Phillip ‘ImperialHal‘ Dosen has shared that his go-to controller has been banned ahead of the Apex Legends Global Series (ALGS) Year 5 Championship. ALGS organisers passed the decision a day before the world championship event takes place in Japan, which the player called ‘a … Continued The post ALGS bans ImperialHal’s controller for Year 5 Championship appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 14.01.2026 18:31 Uhr

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VALORANT weapons tier list: Best options for your playstyle

Sidearm and agents in official VALORANT art / Image credit: VALORANT VALORANT offers 20 distinct weapons, which can be purchased at the beginning of a round during the Buy phase. Rifles and pistols offer versatile options, while shotguns and SMGs are particularly useful for close-range encounters. Some VALORANT guns are better suited for certain agents, … Continued The post VALORANT weapons tier list: Best options for your playstyle appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 14.01.2026 18:21 Uhr

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