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Nongshim RedForce replaces Loops at KIS Season 4

Image credit: Level Infinite The sole Western team competing at the 2026 Honor of Kings Invitational Season (KIS) 4, Loops, has withdrawn from the tournament, Level Infinite announced on X (Twitter). As a result, South Korean organisation Nongshim RedForce, the champion of the Honor of Kings Major (KME) East, will fill the vacant spot. In … Continued The post Nongshim RedForce replaces Loops at KIS Season 4 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 13.01.2026 12:27 Uhr

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2XKO console and Season 1 global launch times revealed

Image credit: Riot Games Riot Games has revealed the 2XKO global release times for the tag-team fighting game on console as well as its Season 1 launch. The League of Legends spin-off FGC title will be available from January 20th, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The game will release with cross-platform play … Continued The post 2XKO console and Season 1 global launch times revealed appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 13.01.2026 12:22 Uhr

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LYON fields top-lane substitute amid Zamudo visa issues

Image Credit: Riot Games South American esports organisation LYON has announced it will field a substitute top laner at the start of the 2026 LCS season. In a post on the team’s social media channels, LYON COO and founder Carlos ‘Biblos‘ Gibran Ricardo Larrea unveiled that starting top laner Frankie ‘Zamudo‘ Lin received a negative … Continued The post LYON fields top-lane substitute amid Zamudo visa issues appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 13.01.2026 12:12 Uhr

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Friendly Campers replaces NRG at BLAST Bounty Season 1 2026

Image credit: BLAST BLAST has announced that Polish Counter-Strike 2 team Friendly Campers will replace NRG at BLAST Bounty Season 1, the first Tier 1 tournament of the 2026 season. As a result of the change, Friendly Campers will take the slot vacated by the North American organisation and play against HEROIC in the round … Continued The post Friendly Campers replaces NRG at BLAST Bounty Season 1 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 13.01.2026 11:11 Uhr

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Georgia lawmakers prepare new push to legalise online sports betting

Image credit: Shutterstock Georgia lawmakers are preparing another attempt to legalise gambling in the state, with a new bill anticipated to focus on online sports betting, pending voter approval. In October, a House committee heard testimony from both proponents and opponents of legalisation. The measure’s proponents contend that regulating and taxing online sports betting could … Continued The post Georgia lawmakers prepare new push to legalise online sports betting appeared first

Esports Insider 13.01.2026 10:30 Uhr

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DATA.BET adds deeper basketball player props via Odds Composer deal

Image Credit: DATA.BET DATA.BET has partnered with sports data provider Odds Composer to add a greater variety of basketball player props to its sportsbook solution. Additional individual player markets are introduced by the integration and can be used for both pre-match and live betting. Operators utilising DATA.BET’S platform can now provide more comprehensive coverage of … Continued The post DATA.BET adds deeper basketball player props via Odds Composer deal appeared first on Espo

Esports Insider 13.01.2026 10:13 Uhr

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SONIX adds Laurent Bischof to its Board of Directors

Image Credits: SONIX, Laurent Bischof [ESI Illustration] Gaming and esports communication platform SONIX has announced the appointment of Laurent Bischof to its Board of Directors. Bischof is a venture capitalist and tech entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience. He also serves as a member of the advisory board for French esports organisation Team Vitality. … Continued The post SONIX adds Laurent Bischof to its Board of Directors appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 13.01.2026 09:03 Uhr

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paiN Gaming suspends League of Legends player TitaN following sexual harassment allegations

Image Credit: LoL Esports Brazilian esports organisation paiN Gaming has removed League of Legends player Alexandre ‘TitaN’ Lima from its competitive lineup following allegations of sexual harassment and the sharing of intimate content. The decision came after multiple allegations were made against the player, with five women reportedly accusing TitaN of misconduct. The case was … Continued The post paiN Gaming suspends League of Legends player TitaN following sexual harassment allegations

Esports Insider 13.01.2026 02:48 Uhr

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Riot Games unveils 2026 VCT Stage 1 and Stage 2 formats

Image Credit: Riot Games Riot Games has outlined the structure for the 2026 season of the VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT), introducing a revamped competitive format for Stage 1 and Stage 2. According to the announcement, teams from both the VCT International Leagues and the Tier 2 Challengers ecosystem will have a chance to qualify for … Continued The post Riot Games unveils 2026 VCT Stage 1 and Stage 2 formats appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 12.01.2026 23:07 Uhr

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Galatasaray signs sponsorship agreement with PUBG Mobile

Image Credit: Galatasaray Turkish sports organisation Galatasaray has signed a new sponsorship agreement with PUBG Mobile, expanding its commercial footprint within mobile esports. The partnership was confirmed ahead of a signing ceremony scheduled to take place on January 14th at Ali Sami Yen Sports Complex Rams Park, the club’s home venue in Istanbul. According to … Continued The post Galatasaray signs sponsorship agreement with PUBG Mobile appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 12.01.2026 23:00 Uhr

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ALGS Championship anthem releases January 14th

Image credit: Electronic Arts, OZWorld Electronic Arts has revealed the official anthem for the Apex Legends Global Series (ALGS) Year 5 Championship. The new single is called ‘STIM UP‘, by Japanese rapper Reo ‘OZWorld‘ Okuma, and is scheduled to release on January 14th, 2026. As of writing, STIM UP is available to pre-download on Apple … Continued The post ALGS Championship anthem releases January 14th appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 12.01.2026 19:11 Uhr

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Alter Ego makes M7 Knockout Stage as DFYG exit in the Swiss Stage

Image credit: MOONTON The Swiss Stage of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) M7 World Championship is halfway done. After three days of intense matches, the first team to make it to the playoffs, along with the first to get eliminated, has been confirmed. To the delight of the home fans, Indonesia’s Alter Ego has … Continued The post Alter Ego makes M7 Knockout Stage as DFYG exit in the Swiss Stage appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 12.01.2026 19:01 Uhr

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StarLadder joins forces with Stake to launch Tier 2 CS2 circuit

Image credit: StarLadder Esports tournament organiser StarLadder has joined forces with online casino and sports betting platform Stake to launch a Tier 2 Counter-Strike 2 esports circuit. The inaugural edition of Stake Ranked will focus on Europe with six events set to take place throughout 2026. StarLadder reveals the first two tournaments “are strategically placed” … Continued The post StarLadder joins forces with Stake to launch Tier 2 CS2 circuit appeared first on Esports

Esports Insider 12.01.2026 18:23 Uhr

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All Fortnite season start and end dates

Image credit: Epic Games There are 39 Fortnite seasons in total, spanning years of battle royale action. The first season lasted 43 days and ran in 2017. It was called “Pre-Season”.  The next season will start on March 4, 2026, after the current season, aka Pacific Break, ends. Keeping track of all Fortnite season start … Continued The post All Fortnite season start and end dates appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 12.01.2026 18:12 Uhr

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OpTic Texas continues strong start to CDL Major 1 qualifiers

Image credit: OpTic Texas OpTic Texas has continued its fine run of form in the Call of Duty League (CDL) as the dust settles on the third week of qualifiers for the first Major of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. The Green Wall heads into week four topping the table as the first franchise … Continued The post OpTic Texas continues strong start to CDL Major 1 qualifiers appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 12.01.2026 18:01 Uhr

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Razer BlackShark V3 Pro review: Can the flagship headset cut the mustard in the competitive scene?

Image credit: Josie Clark for Esports Insider The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro features a long battery life of up to 70 hours, with ANC off. The headset boasts Triforce Titanium 50mm drivers, delivering crystal-clear sound.  Glasses wearers may experience some discomfort over time. The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro has a premium price of $249.99. Headset … Continued The post Razer BlackShark V3 Pro review: Can the flagship headset cut the mustard in the competitive scene? appeared first on Esports In

Esports Insider 12.01.2026 17:43 Uhr

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Alliance to collaborate with Fnatic ahead of ALGS Championship

Image credit: Alliance, Fnatic Esports organisations Alliance and Fnatic have teased an Apex Legends-focused esports collaboration. The collaboration will take place on January 14th, 2026 in Sapporo Japan, just before the ALGS Year 5 Championship begins. Both organisations announced the partnership on January 12th, 2026 through social media, though details for what to expect from … Continued The post Alliance to collaborate with Fnatic ahead of ALGS Championship appeared first on Esports I

Esports Insider 12.01.2026 17:43 Uhr

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Five major CS2 roster moves that will impact the 2026 season

Image credit: Michal Konkol, BLAST Following the conclusion of the StarLadder Budapest Major in December 2025, several Counter-Strike 2 teams have opted to overhaul their rosters for 2026. Ranging from new organisations signing seasoned veterans to top teams adjusting starting line-ups, the off-season saw notable names lay down foundations for a strong start to the … Continued The post Five major CS2 roster moves that will impact the 2026 season appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 12.01.2026 17:17 Uhr

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Esports agency Prodigy Agency announces SEG merger

Image credit: SG, Prodigy Agency Esports and gaming agency Prodigy Agency has merged with international talent agency Sports Entertainment Group (SEG), bringing together two major stakeholders in talent representation. The deal will see SEG’s long-standing agency network from traditional sports infrastructure expand to form a unified esports and gaming group within the agency. Prodigy Agency … Continued The post Esports agency Prodigy Agency announces SEG merger appeared first on Esp

Esports Insider 12.01.2026 16:48 Uhr

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Fortnite KizunaAI Cup to offer free KizunaAI outfit

Image Credits: Epic Games Epic Games has announced the Fortnite KizunaAI Cup in collaboration with popular Japanese VTuber Kizuna AI. Scheduled to take place on January 13th, the tournament will give players a chance to unlock the KizunaAI outfit and Wings back bling early, ahead of their release in the Item Shop. The KizunaAI Cup … Continued The post Fortnite KizunaAI Cup to offer free KizunaAI outfit appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 12.01.2026 16:34 Uhr

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Gaimin Gladiators returns to Apex Legends esports

Image credit: Gaimin Gladiators via X Gaimin Gladiators has returned to Apex Legends esports ahead of the game’s season-ending Year 5 ALGS Championship. The Canadian esports organisation acquired the former roster of orgless team RoadHouse, which includes Jamie ‘Blasts’ Levine, Jan ‘Lufka’ Urban, and Jan ‘akku’ Schneeberger. Gaimin Gladiators has been competing in Apex Legends … Continued The post Gaimin Gladiators returns to Apex Legends esports appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 12.01.2026 16:20 Uhr

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Fortnite x South Park: All quests, rewards, and items

If we didn’t eat Cheesy Poofs, we’d be lame / Image credit: Epic Games The Fortnite South Park crossover features various quests that can be completed to unlock rewards in the event-specific mini battle pass.  The mini battle pass has 12 rewards, including emotes, a back bling and a pickaxe.  A 13th reward – the … Continued The post Fortnite x South Park: All quests, rewards, and items appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 12.01.2026 16:00 Uhr

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MOUZ and Team Liquid among DreamLeague Season 28 participants

Image credit: ESL Gaming, MOUZ The majority of Dota 2 teams have been decided for DreamLeague Season 28, with 14 out of 16 organisations confirmed. Squads will compete from February 16th to March 1st, 2026, for the lion’s share of a $1m (~£741,800) prize pool. Teams have qualified for the event through various methods, including … Continued The post MOUZ and Team Liquid among DreamLeague Season 28 participants appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 12.01.2026 15:42 Uhr

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VALORANT economy guide: How to play Riot’s tactical shooter properly

Image credit: Riot Games Economic choices win games, not just your aim Credits are earned through wins, losses, kills, and spikes plants/defuses Buying utility can be as important as a VALORANT gun Plan ahead; a smart team decision can create momentum. In VALORANT, rounds aren’t won by your aim alone. They’re won by the choices … Continued The post VALORANT economy guide: How to play Riot’s tactical shooter properly appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 12.01.2026 14:51 Uhr

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