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Is Steam down right now?

When Steam is down, it feels like the entire gaming world is on pause. While sudden outages are usually temporary, they affect purchases, matchmaking, trading, downloads, and updates, which can completely ruin your plans. This naturally leads players to ask, “When will the Steam servers come back online?” In case there’s any doubt, you can … Continued The post Is Steam down right now? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 06.02.2026 15:37 Uhr

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“The worst game mode ever added”: Black Ops 7 players blast Overload following Ranked Play launch

Following the launch of Ranked Play for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, several players loading into the action are getting their first taste of Overload, a new objective-based game mode featured in the Call of Duty League (CDL). With both casual and professional players competing in Ranked Play matches, several have criticised the mode … Continued The post “The worst game mode ever added”: Black Ops 7 players blast Overload following Ranked Play launch appeared first on Esports Ins

Esports Insider 06.02.2026 15:34 Uhr

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CS2 Premier vs FACEIT: Which competitive platform is best in 2026?

With games in 2026, we’d expect developers to have refined their matchmaking platforms, especially after running their games for over two decades. But in CS2, the vast majority of the playerbase opts for a third-party matchmaking platform, FACEIT. But what draws players in is it just historic habits? Or is CS2 Premier really that bad?  … Continued The post CS2 Premier vs FACEIT: Which competitive platform is best in 2026? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 31.01.2026 13:00 Uhr

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PS6 release: Everything we know about the PlayStation 6

Disclaimer: This article combines confirmed details with industry speculation. We’ll update it regularly as new info or leaks emerge. With the PS5 now officially in its sixth year of availability, serious questions can be asked about its successor. Barring a stark change of plans by Sony, it seems that a PS6 console is pretty much … Continued The post PS6 release: Everything we know about the PlayStation 6 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 18:50 Uhr

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“These drafts are just boring to play”: Team Vitality’s Naak Nako on the LEC current meta

The LEC Versus season is well and truly underway, and Team Vitality sits in the middle with a 3-3 record after the first two weeks. Despite its mixed performances, Team Vitality still remains within striking distance of the top teams and could easily get into the LEC Versus Playoffs provided it can create some consistency … Continued The post “These drafts are just boring to play”: Team Vitality’s Naak Nako on the LEC current meta appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 18:10 Uhr

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Modern Warfare vs Black Ops: Which is the better Call of Duty series?

COD Modern Warfare vs Black Ops is a popular debate among the first-person shooter fan base. There are plenty of reasons to love both of these action-packed franchises, but each has unique attributes and features that don’t apply to the other. With Black Ops 7 having been released late last year and potentially a new … Continued The post Modern Warfare vs Black Ops: Which is the better Call of Duty series? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 17:47 Uhr

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“There is a lot of potential”: Karmine Corp SUYGETSU on revamped VCT 2026 roster

Despite two losses at VCT EMEA Kickoff 2026, VALORANT veteran Dmitrii ‘SUYGETSU’ Iliushin remains optimistic about the strength of the fresh Karmine Corp roster. “Of course, there is a lot of potential in front,” SUYGETSU told Esports Insider in an interview after the French organisation’s most recent loss against Team Liquid.   “From the beginning, it … Continued The post “There is a lot of potential”: Karmine Corp SUYGETSU on revamped VCT 2026 roster appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 17:47 Uhr

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Cloud9 seeking Halo team for DreamHack Birmingham

North American esports organisation Cloud9 is looking to return to Halo esports for the opening event of the 2026 season. The organisation’s coach, Trevor ‘SenscR’ Frees, shared plans for the organisation to compete in the upcoming DreamHack Birmingham event. On January 28th, 2026, SenscR advised interested teams looking to compete at the Halo event, which … Continued The post Cloud9 seeking Halo team for DreamHack Birmingham appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 17:25 Uhr

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League of Legends top champion tier list in 2026

With over 60 champions that can effectively dominate the top lane, it can be hard to know which ones to focus on first. The best League of Legends top champions for 2026 are the ones that can go against any enemy and come out on top. With good sustain, life steal, or poking abilities, these … Continued The post League of Legends top champion tier list in 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 16:15 Uhr

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CCT Global Finals 2026 heads to Portugual

The 2026 Champion of Champions Tour (CCT) Global Finals is heading to Portugal to crown the champion of the Tier 2 Counter-Strike 2 esports circuit. Eight teams will compete at Porto’s SAW Arena from April 23rd to 26th for a share of a $75,000 (~£54,506) prize pool. Six of the eight teams will receive direct … Continued The post CCT Global Finals 2026 heads to Portugual appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 15:45 Uhr

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Dota 2 ESL One Birmingham 2026: Dark horses, best teams, and players to watch

The ESL One Birmingham 2026 qualifiers have concluded, and nine teams have secured a place at the event in March 2026. ESL One Birmingham is the first major Dota 2 LAN tournament hosted by ESL in 2026, with qualifiers running from January 16 to 20, resulting in notable outcomes. A few fan-favourite teams have made … Continued The post Dota 2 ESL One Birmingham 2026: Dark horses, best teams, and players to watch appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 14:48 Uhr

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Invictus Gaming holds MLBB open team tryouts

Chinese esports organisation Invictus Gaming has announced that it is holding open tryouts for its Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) team. Invictus Gaming’s requirements for applicants include being at least 16 years old and possessing at least 400 stars in Ranked. The tryouts are open to all roles within a typical MLBB team. Interested players … Continued The post Invictus Gaming holds MLBB open team tryouts appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 13:42 Uhr

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How will the Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Season 2 update impact esports?

Activision has unveiled the full roadmap for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone Season 2 update. It includes details on the anticipated launch of Ranked Play, alongside information on new weaponry that could impact the meta used in the Call of Duty esports circuit. Four New Maps The launch of … Continued The post How will the Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Season 2 update impact esports? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 13:30 Uhr

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Motorsport Australia extends partnership with Next Level Racing

National motorsport body Motorsport Australia has extended its existing partnership with sim racing peripherals manufacturer Next Level Racing. As a result of the extension, Next Level Racing will remain the official esports racing cockpit partner of Motorsport Australia and continues to support its esports initiatives. The extension marks three years since the two parties first … Continued The post Motorsport Australia extends partnership with Next Level Racing appeared first on Esports I

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 13:17 Uhr

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The Return of Shanghai: What hosting TI 2026 in China means for Dota 2

After years of Valve hosting The International in various nations across the world, TI15 is set to take place in China once again. With the announcement that TI 2026 will take place in Shanghai, it has become clear that Valve is returning to its roots for the first time since 2019, signalling the company’s renewed … Continued The post The Return of Shanghai: What hosting TI 2026 in China means for Dota 2 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 12:48 Uhr

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CDL Championship 2026 heads to Michelob Ultra Arena

The Call of Duty League (CDL) has announced the venue for the season-ending CDL Championship. This year’s edition of the CDL’s crowning tournament takes place at the Michelob Ultra Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, from July 16th to 19th. Announced on January 29th during Major 1, the event is the first time FaZe Vegas will … Continued The post CDL Championship 2026 heads to Michelob Ultra Arena appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 12:23 Uhr

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World of Warcraft announces Azeroth Interiors invitational

Blizzard Entertainment has revealed in the ‘State of Azeroth‘ showcase that it will host Azeroth Interiors, a design invitational surrounding World of Warcraft in-game housing system. The competition is scheduled to run from February 17th to 24th, and will be streamed live on official YouTube and Twitch channels. According to the social media post, the … Continued The post World of Warcraft announces Azeroth Interiors invitational appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 11:48 Uhr

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VALORANT Night Market returns on February 5th

Riot Games has announced that the VALORANT Night Market will return for its 32nd edition from February 5th to March 2nd.  During this period, players will be able to purchase weapon skins they might have missed earlier at discounted prices. These discounts range from 10% to 49%, making some expensive cosmetics in VALORANT, which cannot … Continued The post VALORANT Night Market returns on February 5th appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 11:43 Uhr

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G2 Minnesota and Paris Gentle Mates shine in opening day of CDL Major 1 2026

G2 Minnesota and Paris Gentle Mates have opened their Call of Duty League (CDL) Major 1 2026 campaigns with upper bracket victories. The opening event of the Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 season saw several notable names in action, with G2 Minnesota springing a surprise over FaZe Vegas. Paris Gentle Mates Continues Strong Form … Continued The post G2 Minnesota and Paris Gentle Mates shine in opening day of CDL Major 1 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 11:32 Uhr

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Massachusetts bill proposes strict caps and 51% tax on sports betting

Legislators in Massachusetts are debating Senate Bill 302, which is titled ‘An Act addressing economic, health and social harms caused by sports betting’. If passed, the proposal would drastically alter how sports betting functions in the state by imposing some of the strictest regulations in any US betting market. One of the main features of … Continued The post Massachusetts bill proposes strict caps and 51% tax on sports betting appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 10:48 Uhr

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South Carolina legislators reject casino bill

Plans to allow a casino in South Carolina have hit a major setback after state lawmakers sent a key gambling bill back to the House Ways and Means Committee. The bill, which would have permitted a casino and resort development in Orangeburg County, will now remain in committee instead of receiving a vote on the … Continued The post South Carolina legislators reject casino bill appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 30.01.2026 10:39 Uhr

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Parivision, 3DMAX and G2 Esports qualify for IEM Kraków Group Stage

Parivision, 3DMAX, and G2 Esports have become the first three teams to qualify for the IEM Kraków 2026 Group Stage. The trio successfully navigated through the Play-In’s upper bracket, scoring two victories across the tournament’s first two days. Parivision’s Form Continues After knocking HEROIC into the lower bracket in its opening match, Parivision continued its … Continued The post Parivision, 3DMAX and G2 Esports qualify for IEM Kraków Group Stage appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 29.01.2026 22:55 Uhr

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Gentle Mates and BBL Esports qualify for 2026 VCT EMEA Kickoff Upper Final

Gentle Mates and BBL Esports have qualified for the 2026 VCT EMEA Kickoff Upper Bracket Finals after securing semi-final victories earlier today (January 29th). As a result, both teams are just one series away from qualifying for the first VCT global event of the season, VALORANT Masters Santiago. The teams’ opponents, NAVI and Team Vitality, … Continued The post Gentle Mates and BBL Esports qualify for 2026 VCT EMEA Kickoff Upper Final appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 29.01.2026 22:45 Uhr

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Brawl Stars to hold first Championship Challenge for 2026

Supercell has announced that the first Championship Challenge for the Brawl Stars Championship (BSC) 2026 season will take place this weekend. From January 30th to February 1st, 2026, players can participate in the limited-time in-game event to be eligible for the Monthly Qualifier. The Championship Challenge is a temporary competition within Brawl Stars, held on … Continued The post Brawl Stars to hold first Championship Challenge for 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 29.01.2026 18:58 Uhr

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