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PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026: Teams and players to watch

Following the conclusion of IEM Kraków 2026, the attention of the Counter-Strike 2 community quickly turns towards PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026.  The next stop in a packed Tier 1 event calendar sees the world’s best teams in action once again, competing for a share of its $625,000 (~£456.940) prize pool.   With several notable names in attendance … Continued The post PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026: Teams and players to watch appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 12.02.2026 12:03 Uhr

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Highguard undergoes significant layoffs shortly after launch

Wildlight Entertainment, the developer of raid shooter Highguard, has laid off a significant amount of its development team, 16 days after the title’s launch. The developer announced that it will keep “a core group of developers” to continue supporting the title, which launched on January 26th. Announced as the final title of The Game Awards … Continued The post Highguard undergoes significant layoffs shortly after launch appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 12.02.2026 11:25 Uhr

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Prince William speaks to Esports World Cup Foundation during Saudi Arabia visit

The Esports World Cup Foundation has shared that it hosted a visit from Britain’s Prince William for an esports event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. According to a release, the visit focused on discussing esports as a global sport, alongside its impact on youth development, education, careers, and community participation. The visit saw The Prince of … Continued The post Prince William speaks to Esports World Cup Foundation during Saudi Arabia visit appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 12.02.2026 10:47 Uhr

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Team Vitality expands into CrossFire and PUBG

French esports organisation Team Vitality has announced its expansion into CrossFire and PUBG esports with the signing of two new rosters. The signings continue the organisation’s recent expansion into new titles for the 2026 season. Announced on February 11th, the rosters will represent the organisation in the arena shooter and battle royale title’s biggest tournament … Continued The post Team Vitality expands into CrossFire and PUBG appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 11.02.2026 18:25 Uhr

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“We are the underdogs, and we are winning:” NAVI Rhilech on his growth, mindset, and LEC success

Natus Vincere (NAVI) entered LEC Versus 2026 with an almost entirely rookie roster and little expectations after its Summer 2025 debut. However, the roster has quickly shaken up the standings and became one of the first three teams to secure a spot in the Playoffs, finishing its debut regular season in second place. A key … Continued The post “We are the underdogs, and we are winning:” NAVI Rhilech on his growth, mindset, and LEC success appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 11.02.2026 17:32 Uhr

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Overwatch Season 1: All new heroes ranked

Overwatch Season 1 is the start of a new era for Blizzard’s hero shooter. It heralds in the Reign of Talon narrative, shifting the game into a story-driven direction, finally pitting the universe’s two major factions against each other: Overwatch and Talon. The Overwatch Season 1 battle pass is a reflection of this, too, tied … Continued The post Overwatch Season 1: All new heroes ranked appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 11.02.2026 17:16 Uhr

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Meet Boston named official partner of RLCS Boston Major

Tournament organiser BLAST has named Meet Boston as the official destination partner of the upcoming Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS) 2026 Boston Major. The agreement will see Meet Boston’s branding featured throughout the first major of the season, including in-broadcast advertisements, printed backdrops, and sponsored on-site areas. Meet Boston is a service focusing on private … Continued The post Meet Boston named official partner of RLCS Boston Major appeared first on Esp

Esports Insider 11.02.2026 17:15 Uhr

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Esports World Cup event clashes with the Grand Chess Tour 2026

Professional players have raised concerns that the upcoming Chess tournament in the 2026 Esports World Cup (EWC) clashes with another prominent series, the Grand Chess Tour. EWC’s Last Chance Qualifier will take place from August 6th to 8th, and the main event will run from August 11th to 15th. However, the 2026 Grand Chess Tour … Continued The post Esports World Cup event clashes with the Grand Chess Tour 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 11.02.2026 15:37 Uhr

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PUBG Mobile announces new esports director, PMGO venue, and slot distribution

PUBG Mobile esports has announced various updates for its 2026 esports season, including the venue for the Global Open (PMGO) and a major shake-up in qualification for the PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC). Qualifying for the PMGC will now be based on qualification points earned through both seasons of the PMGO and the World Cup … Continued The post PUBG Mobile announces new esports director, PMGO venue, and slot distribution appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 11.02.2026 15:23 Uhr

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Motorsport UK reveals 2026 esports calendar

Motorsport UK has unveiled its full sim racing calendar for the 2026 season, featuring a mixture of new and returning events. The national body for motorsport in the UK will host a total of 12 events from February to December. Announced on February 11th, the 2026 season begins with the Cross Car Esports Cup, where … Continued The post Motorsport UK reveals 2026 esports calendar appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 11.02.2026 15:00 Uhr

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When is the next Fortnite live event?

If you’re searching for “when is the next Fortnite live event,” it’s probably because you don’t want to miss a one-time moment that permanently changes the island. And why wouldn’t you? Unlike regular updates, they happen in real time and can’t be replayed. To make sure you don’t miss a second, you’ll find the next … Continued The post When is the next Fortnite live event? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 11.02.2026 14:52 Uhr

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“Closing that gap is a top priority”: Call of Duty shares update on anti-cheat efforts following increase

Call of Duty‘s anti-cheat team has shared an update on its efforts to combat a recent spike in cheating across Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone‘s Ranked Play modes. Ricochet Anti-Cheat reveals that it is seeing higher levels of cheating in the battle royale, negatively impacting Ranked Play matches in … Continued The post “Closing that gap is a top priority”: Call of Duty shares update on anti-cheat efforts following increase appeared first on Esp

Esports Insider 11.02.2026 12:52 Uhr

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How Marvel Rivals Season 6.5 will impact esports

NetEase has revealed everything coming in Marvel Rivals Season 6.5, which officially launches on February 13th, 2026. According to the latest Dev Vision, upcoming content includes the latest hero, Elsa Bloodstone, balance changes, and new features that will affect both casual and esports scenes. Elsa Bloodstone Arrives as New Duellist Elsa Bloodstone, previously revealed in … Continued The post How Marvel Rivals Season 6.5 will impact esports appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 11.02.2026 12:36 Uhr

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RRQ announces Frieren collaboration

Indonesian esports organisation Rex Requm Qeon (RRQ) has announced a collaboration with popular manga and anime series Frieren. While few details have been revealed, the collaboration is expected to launch soon and will be exclusive to Indonesia. It is unclear what exactly the collaboration will entail. Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End is an ongoing manga series … Continued The post RRQ announces Frieren collaboration appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 11.02.2026 12:00 Uhr

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Fortnite expands anti-cheat measures for esports tournaments

Epic Games has expanded its anti-cheat measures used to prevent hackers from disrupting casual and competitive Fortnite matches. Beginning on February 19th, PC players must use Secure Boot, TPM, and IOMMU to ensure a level playing field. Unveiled on February 10th, the new measures must be active for all PC players competing in the battle … Continued The post Fortnite expands anti-cheat measures for esports tournaments appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 11.02.2026 11:39 Uhr

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PUBG unveils 12 Global Partner Teams for the 2026 season

PUBG Esports has announced the partner teams that will be included in its global partnership programme for the 2026 competitive season. The 2026 partner programme will have a total of 12 teams, all of which will receive extra benefits and support from Krafton in the coming months. “Many teams expressed interest in the Partner Program amid … Continued The post PUBG unveils 12 Global Partner Teams for the 2026 season appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 11.02.2026 11:26 Uhr

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UK Gambling Commission Chief Executive Andrew Rhodes announces departure

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has announced that Chief Executive Andrew Rhodes will leave the group on April 30th, 2026, to take on a new job. Rhodes has been in charge of the regulator for almost five years, during which regulations for the UK gambling industry have undergone significant changes. Rhodes was in charge of … Continued The post UK Gambling Commission Chief Executive Andrew Rhodes announces departure appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 11.02.2026 10:40 Uhr

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Marvel Rivals Ignite partner teams revealed

NetEase Games has revealed the line-up of partnered teams for the Marvel Rivals Ignite 2026 season. Twelve organisations have been named in the latest Dev Vision for Marvel Rivals Season 6.5, featuring familiar brands and newcomers set to compete in the scene. Among the mentioned teams are the Marvel Rivals Ignite 2025 Grand Finals champions … Continued The post Marvel Rivals Ignite partner teams revealed appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 10.02.2026 18:35 Uhr

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eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Series returns with $500,000 prize pool

iRacing has announced details on the 17th season of the eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Series ahead of its opening race. The long-standing sim racing series sees teams competing for a share of a $500,000 (~£366,002) prize pool. This season features a revised format, expanding the circuit to 24 rounds. The first 11 rounds are designated to … Continued The post eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Series returns with $500,000 prize pool appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 10.02.2026 18:09 Uhr

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Fortnite Crew benefits this month (February 2026)

If you’re hoping to squeeze the most value out of every season, the Fortnite Crew subscription is easily one of the most stacked deals in the game. From exclusive skins and bonus passes to free V-Bucks, members get far more than just cosmetics. Here’s everything that Epic Games is offering in the Fortnite Crew Pack … Continued The post Fortnite Crew benefits this month (February 2026) appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 10.02.2026 17:41 Uhr

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Disguised co-founder Fifflaren departs organisation

Disguised co-founder and former Counter-Strike esports player Robin ‘Fifflaren‘ Johansson has announced his departure from the organisation. Fifflaren joined forces with content creator Jeremy ‘Disguised Toast‘ Wang in 2023 to launch the organisation when it initially debuted in VALORANT esports. Fifflaren actually confirmed his departure on January 31st, bringing an end to a three-year tenure … Continued The post Disguised co-founder Fifflaren departs organisation

Esports Insider 10.02.2026 17:38 Uhr

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ePremier League 2025/2026 Finalists head to Group Stage

The eighth season of the ePremier League enters the final stages of the 2025/2026 season, starting with the Group Stage on February 28th.  The final 40 players representing 20 football clubs have been decided after several months of online qualifiers and playoffs, each of whom will aim to be crowned this year’s champion. The Premier League … Continued The post ePremier League 2025/2026 Finalists head to Group Stage appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 10.02.2026 17:25 Uhr

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Deadlock ranked explained: How the competitive system works

Valve’s upcoming hero shooter and MOBA hybrid, Deadlock, is a feast for competitive players. It has everything from skill expression and playing the map to in-depth itemisation to showcase your mastery of the game. There’s a wide gap between players who are deep into the game’s mechanics and those who are still learning the ropes. … Continued The post Deadlock ranked explained: How the competitive system works appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 10.02.2026 16:39 Uhr

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BLAST reveals Polymarket as official prediction partner for 2026

Tournament organiser BLAST has announced a Counter-Strike 2 and Dota 2 partnership with cryptocurrency-based prediction market Polymarket for 2026. The deal will include its BLAST Premier (CS2) and BLAST Slam (Dota 2) series. The collaboration kicks off with BLAST Slam VI, which is set to begin its studio phase in Malta from February 13th to … Continued The post BLAST reveals Polymarket as official prediction partner for 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 10.02.2026 16:02 Uhr

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