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CS2 Budapest Major 2025: Stage 3 recap

Can NiKo finally win his first Major trophy in Budapest? / Image credit: X (@StarLadder_CS) After the Swiss stage gauntlet, the final eight teams whittled down from 32 made it to the Budapest Major playoffs. Six of the final teams came from Stage 3, one from Stage 2, and another one from Stage 1. Team … Continued The post CS2 Budapest Major 2025: Stage 3 recap appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.12.2025 12:51 Uhr

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Battlefield REDSEC Open Series delayed to 2026

Image credit: Electronic Arts Electronic Arts (EA) has announced that it is delaying the first season of the Battlefield REDSEC Open Series to 2026. The gaming giant shared that the delay was due to an ‘in-game specific issue’ that would affect the amateur tournament series. The Elite Series, Battlefield REDSEC’s professional ecosystem, has not been … Continued The post Battlefield REDSEC Open Series delayed to 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.12.2025 12:43 Uhr

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StarLadder Budapest Major Stage 3 peaks at over 950,000 viewers

Image credit: StarLadder Stage 3 of the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 peaked at over 950,000 viewers as teams competed for a chance to qualify for the playoffs. According to esports data platform Esports Charts, the final Swiss Stage of the Counter-Strike 2 tournament hit a peak of 970,598 viewers during a match between G2 Esports … Continued The post StarLadder Budapest Major Stage 3 peaks at over 950,000 viewers appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.12.2025 12:34 Uhr

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Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls: second closed beta impressions – Bigger & better

Image credit: Arc System Works Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls was announced in June 2025 for PlayStation 5 and PC. Developed by Arc System Works, which is known for Dragon Ball FighterZ, Granblue Fantasy: Versus Rising, and more. A second closed beta was held from December 5 to December 7 on PlayStation 5. It let players … Continued The post Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls: second closed beta impressions – Bigger & better appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.12.2025 12:30 Uhr

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Aspas extends contract with MIBR until the end of 2027

Image Credits: Adela Sznajder, Riot Games Brazilian esports organisation MIBR has extended the contract of its star duelist Erick ‘aspas’ Santos until the end of 2027. Often regarded as the ‘final boss’ of VALORANT esports, aspas is the first player confirmed to be a part of the team’s 2026 VCT roster. “We haven’t done enough … Continued The post Aspas extends contract with MIBR until the end of 2027 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.12.2025 12:18 Uhr

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LFL Invitational to kick off French League of Legends ecosystem

Image Credit: @LFLOfficiel The Ligue Française de League of Legends (LFL) has announced the format for its 2026 season, which will commence with a Winter Invitational, followed by the Spring and Summer splits. The LFL Invitational, which officially kicks off on January 21st, will see 20 teams compete for two EMEA Masters spots. Moreover, two … Continued The post LFL Invitational to kick off French League of Legends ecosystem appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.12.2025 12:07 Uhr

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LYON secures Berserker and Isles for LCS 2026

Image Credit: @LyonLATAM Mexican organisation LYON has officially announced Kim ‘Berserker‘ Min-cheol and Jonah ‘Isles‘ Rosario as its new bot lane duo for the LCS. Announced on social media, the organisation has officially completed its lineup for the LCS 2026 season. The Korean ADC joins on a one-year contract, while Isles has signed until the … Continued The post LYON secures Berserker and Isles for LCS 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.12.2025 11:22 Uhr

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DraftKings secures federal approval for DraftKings Prediction platform

Image Credit: DraftKings DraftKings​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ has gotten the green light at the federal level to be able to go ahead with its DraftKings Predictions product in the United States. The product, which operates under Gus III LLC, is now a part of the National Futures Association (NFA) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) registries as … Continued The post DraftKings secures federal approval for DraftKings Prediction platform appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.12.2025 11:16 Uhr

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China esports market grows 6.4% in 2025, report finds

Image Credit: CADPA China’s esports industry recorded steady growth in 2025, with total revenue reaching ¥29.331bn (~$4.02bn / ~£3.19bn), marking a year-on-year increase of 6.4%, according to figures revealed at the 2025 China Esports Industry Annual Conference. The data was published on December 4th during the conference in Beijing’s Shijingshan District by Tang Jiajun, Deputy … Continued The post China esports market grows 6.4% in 2025, report finds appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 09.12.2025 00:37 Uhr

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Project Blender Phase 4 LAN Finals cancelled

Image credit: Project Blender Project Blender has cancelled the LAN Finals in Paris for its Phase 4 due to ‘logistical challenges’ and visa issues. The inaugural edition of the VALORANT tournament will instead conclude online, with its casting team delivering the live broadcast from Paris. “We regret to announce a change in the organisation of … Continued The post Project Blender Phase 4 LAN Finals cancelled appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 08.12.2025 18:58 Uhr

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New York Governor signs S5935A bill banning online sweepstakes casinos

Image Credit: Carlos Oliva After Governor Kathy Hochul signed bill S5935A into law, New York has formally outlawed online sweepstakes casinos. The action immediately shuts down one of the biggest sweepstakes markets in the US by making it illegal to operate sweepstakes casino platforms within the state. The law, which takes effect immediately, prohibits operators … Continued The post New York Governor signs S5935A bill banning online sweepstakes casinos appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 08.12.2025 18:22 Uhr

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Which teams qualified for the PUBG Global Championship Grand Finals?

Image credit: Krafton The Last Stage of PUBG Global Championship has concluded, meaning that the top 16 teams for the Grand Finals have been decided. The remaining squads will compete from December 12th to 14th, 2025 at Siam Paragon, Bangkok, to claim the lion’s share of its $1.5m (£1.12m) prize pool. The Grand Finals are … Continued The post Which teams qualified for the PUBG Global Championship Grand Finals? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 08.12.2025 17:44 Uhr

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2025 LCK Awards to take place on December 19th

Image Credits: Riot Games Riot Games has announced that the 2025 LCK Awards will take place on December 19th at the CJ ENM Center in the Mapo District of Seoul, South Korea. The annual ceremony will celebrate the best LCK players and coaches throughout the 2025 LoL Esports season. According to previous editions, this year’s … Continued The post 2025 LCK Awards to take place on December 19th appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 08.12.2025 17:17 Uhr

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Petra announces retirement from VALORANT esports

Image Credits: G2 Esports G2 Gozen’s Initiator, Petra ‘Petra’ Stoker has announced her retirement from competitive VALORANT, bringing her four year Game Changers campaign to an end. Her decision to retire comes after both parties failed to reach a mutual contract agreement ahead of the 2026 season. “After many years competing at the highest level … Continued The post Petra announces retirement from VALORANT esports appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 08.12.2025 17:12 Uhr

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ESL Pro League Season 23 finals to take place in front of live audience

Image credit: Helena Kristiansson, ESL Esports tournament organiser ESL has announced that the finals of ESL Pro League Season 23 will take place in front of a live audience. Taking place from March 13th to 15th, 2026, at Stockholm’s Annexet, fans will have an opportunity to watch the world’s best Counter-Strike 2 teams in action. … Continued The post ESL Pro League Season 23 finals to take place in front of live audience appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 08.12.2025 17:05 Uhr

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Kaajak and Aspas amoung 2025 VCT Awards winners

Image credit: Riot Games Riot Games has unveiled the winners of the 2025 VCT Awards, acknowledging competitive excellence throughout this year’s VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT). The awards honour individual achievements across nine categories, such as Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year, for every VCT region (EMEA, Americas, Pacific, China). Like in previous … Continued The post Kaajak and Aspas amoung 2025 VCT Awards winners appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 08.12.2025 16:54 Uhr

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Alliance secures Gamdom deal for CS2 and Apex Legends

Image Credit: Alliance European esports organisation Alliance has announced a partnership with cryptocurrency gambling platform Gamdom. The Apex Legends and Counter-Strike 2-focused partnership will see Alliance feature Gamdom in its community and content initiatives, such as giveaways and video content series. Moreover, the company’s branding will be featured on Alliance’s official jersey. Financial terms of … Continued The post Alliance secures Gamdom deal for CS2 and Apex Le

Esports Insider 08.12.2025 16:01 Uhr

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Tekken Executive Director Katsuhiro Harada leaves Bandai Namco

An Esports Insider Illustration, Image credit: Bandai Namco Katsuhiro Harada, the Executive Director and Producer of the Tekken series, has shared that he will be leaving Bandai Namco at the end of 2025. The announcement comes as Tekken celebrates its 30th anniversary, adding that it was ‘the most fitting moment’ to step away from the … Continued The post Tekken Executive Director Katsuhiro Harada leaves Bandai Namco appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 08.12.2025 15:34 Uhr

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BOOM Esports exits Dota 2 esports, parts ways with entire roster

Image credit: BOOM Esports Southeast Asian esports organisation BOOM Esports has announced the closure of its Dota 2 division, parting ways with its entire roster. This has brought its eight-year tenure in Valve’s MOBA title to an end, with the team’s last appearance at a LAN tournament being The International 2025, where it scored a … Continued The post BOOM Esports exits Dota 2 esports, parts ways with entire roster appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 08.12.2025 15:32 Uhr

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How to Jungle in MLBB – A Complete Guide

Image credit: Moonton Jungling in MLBB is the same as in any other MOBA; you farm jungle creeps and attack lanes.  There are multiple types of junglers in MLBB: assassins, fighters, tanks, and even mages.  Jungling is all about timing your farms and ganks to level up efficiently.  A good jungler gets to level 4 … Continued The post How to Jungle in MLBB – A Complete Guide appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 08.12.2025 14:13 Uhr

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Los Angeles Thieves and OpTic Texas begin CDL 2026 season on front foot

Image credit: Call of Duty League Los Angeles Thieves and OpTic Texas have already opened the 2026 Call of Duty League (CDL) season on the front foot, winning their first two Major 1 qualifying matches. After the first week of matches, the pair top the table with a 2-0 record, putting both teams in a … Continued The post Los Angeles Thieves and OpTic Texas begin CDL 2026 season on front foot appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 08.12.2025 13:55 Uhr

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Kazakh and Ojrein crowned Red Bull Legends Inn 2025 champions

Image credit: Red Bull Gaming Red Bull Legends Inn has crowned pro players Assanali ‘kazakh‘ Zhandildin and Svyatoslav ‘ojrein‘ Korochinsky as its new champions. The Apex Legends competition, hosted by Timothy ‘iiTzTimmy’ An and Phillip ‘ImperialHal’ Dosen, has concluded, took place in Chicago, US and had a prize pool of $27,500 (~£20,640). The tournament took place at … Continued The post Kazakh and Ojrein crowned Red Bull Legends Inn 2025 champions appea

Esports Insider 08.12.2025 13:21 Uhr

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Fortnite vs Apex Legends: Which Battle Royale is for you?

Image credit: EA / Epic Games While both are Battle Royales, Fortnite is a chaotic, third-person shooter with great variety, while Apex Legends is an FPS. Apex Legends has tighter gunplay, while Fortnite offers far more game modes. A Fortnite update is more frequent and impactful than Apex Legends updates in 2025. Fortnite is the … Continued The post Fortnite vs Apex Legends: Which Battle Royale is for you? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 08.12.2025 13:21 Uhr

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Karmine Corp wins RLCS Kick-Off Weekend 2026

Image credit: Rocket League Esports French esports organisation Karmine Corp has won the RLCS Kick-Off Weekend 2026, the opening tournament of the 15th Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS) season. The European roster defeated the North American side Shopify Rebellion 4-0 in the Grand Final. With this result, Karmine Corp has also secured a place at … Continued The post Karmine Corp wins RLCS Kick-Off Weekend 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 08.12.2025 12:48 Uhr

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