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Hearthstone Patch 35.4: Class Sets debut, Dual Class Arena returns

Hearthstone Patch 35.4: Class Sets debut, Dual Class Arena returns

Hearthstone Patch 35.4 went live on May 5, 2026 with Class Sets for Druid, Hunter, Mage, and Paladin, a new Dual Class Arena season, two events, and dozens of bug fixes

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André Guaraldo
Riot Games Brings Back Shotcall for VCT Stage 1 Playoffs

Riot Games Brings Back Shotcall for VCT Stage 1 Playoffs

Shotcall is making a return to the VCT, and this time, it’s for the regional leagues. Riot Games has officially confirmed that Shotcall is coming back for the VCT Stage 1 Playoffs, spanning all three major regions—Pacific, EMEA, and Americas. Whether you're a seasoned predictor or a first-timer, here's your complete guide to jumping in.

11h
Kaustavmani Choudhury
Who will Win PGL Astana 2026? Everything You Need to Know

Who will Win PGL Astana 2026? Everything You Need to Know

PGL Astana 2026 is almost here, and nobody quite knows who's walking out of Kazakhstan with the trophy. With Vitality and NAVI both declining their invitations, the power structure that defined CS2's 2026 season has been completely scrambled. The throne is empty. Someone's going to claim it.

18h
Thales Costa
Best Champions to Climb League of Legends Ranked in Patch 26.09

Best Champions to Climb League of Legends Ranked in Patch 26.09

League of Legends Patch 26.09 landed on April 29, 2026, kicking off Season 2 under the new Pandemonium theme, delivering one of the biggest updates of the year so far. Role Quest adjustments, rune changes, new items, and a refreshed Arena mode all headline the patch, alongside a targeted wave of champion buffs and nerfs. If you're looking to climb the ranked ladder efficiently as the meta continues to evolve, here are the best champions to climb ranked in LoL Patch 26.09.

20h
Martin Arévalo-Östberg

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Heroic is Leaving Dota 2: Players and Staff Were Released

Heroic is Leaving Dota 2: Players and Staff Were Released

Heroic has decided to leave Dota 2 and has announced on their official Twitter that players and staff were released to pursue new opportunities.

20h
Eric Oliveira
Vici Gaming Are the ESL Challenger China Season 3 Champions

Vici Gaming Are the ESL Challenger China Season 3 Champions

The ESL Challenger China Season 3 has concluded, with Vici Gaming emerging as champions. They secured not only the first-place prize money but also a slot at the Esports World Cup.

4 May
Eric Oliveira
Team Vitality Win Fifth Straight Title of 2026 at BLAST Rivals Spring

Team Vitality Win Fifth Straight Title of 2026 at BLAST Rivals Spring

apEX and company swept Natus Vincere 3-0 in the BLAST Rivals Spring 2026 grand final in Fort Worth, Texas, claiming their fifth consecutive title and extending one of the most dominant runs in CS2 history.

3 May
Kaustavmani Choudhury
NAVI vs Vitality at BLAST Rivals Fort Worth 2026 Grand Final: Predictions, Where to Watch, and More

NAVI vs Vitality at BLAST Rivals Fort Worth 2026 Grand Final: Predictions, Where to Watch, and More

NAVI and Vitality clash in the BLAST Rivals Fort Worth Grand Final on May 3 for a $250,000 winner's cheque and vital VRS points. Here are our predictions for the match.

3 May
Adarsh J. Kumar
DreamLeague Season 29 Lineup Revealed

DreamLeague Season 29 Lineup Revealed

DreamLeague Division 2 Season 4 has concluded and the DreamLeague Season 29 lineup is now set. Sixteen teams will compete for the lion’s share of a $1 million prize pool, as well as the final opportunity to earn ESL Pro Tour points before the Esports World Cup 2026.

3 May
Eric Oliveira
BLAST R6 Major Salt Lake City 2026: Teams, Format, Predictions and More

BLAST R6 Major Salt Lake City 2026: Teams, Format, Predictions and More

With all the regional leagues having wrapped up, the 20 confirmed teams are making their way to Salt Lake City, Utah, for what is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated events in the Rainbow Six Siege esports calendar. The BLAST R6 Major Salt Lake City 2026 runs from May 8 to May 17, offering a loaded prize pool of $600,000 alongside crucial Six Invitational Points.

2 May
Kaustavmani Choudhury
IEM Atlanta 2026: Teams, Groups, Format, and What to Expect

IEM Atlanta 2026: Teams, Groups, Format, and What to Expect

From May 11-17, sixteen top CS2 teams will head to Georgia, USA, to compete in IEM Atlanta 2026. Here's everything about the tournament.

1 May
Adarsh J. Kumar
Riot Games Announces New Creator Partner Programs for LoL, VALORANT, and TFT

Riot Games Announces New Creator Partner Programs for LoL, VALORANT, and TFT

Riot Games is bringing back open applications for its Partner Programs, and this time, the doors are opening wider than ever. After years away from public enrollment, creators across League of Legends, VALORANT, and Teamfight Tactics will finally get their shot starting in August 2026.

1 May
Thales Costa
Team Nemesis Adds Brazilians to Their Roster

Team Nemesis Adds Brazilians to Their Roster

After spending months 'on the bench' after leaving Heroic's roster, João Gabriel "4nalog" Giannini Santos is back to professional Dota 2 as Team Nemesis' new midlaner.

1 May
Eric Oliveira
Esports Foundation Club Partner Program: Understanding the Engine Behind EWC

Esports Foundation Club Partner Program: Understanding the Engine Behind EWC

The Club Partner Program (CPP) is one of the Esports Foundation (EF) flagship initiatives centered around providing investment and incentives to a select group of esports organizations that are members of the club. It consists of its own ecosystem of support for organizations as well as providing said organizations with a separate track for winning prize money – the Club Championship. But what do we actually know about how it works? Join us as we listen to industry staples speak on their experience.

1 May
Foo Zen-Wen
Vitality Are Unstoppable: Champions of IEM Rio 2026 and History's Greatest CS2 Dynasty

Vitality Are Unstoppable: Champions of IEM Rio 2026 and History's Greatest CS2 Dynasty

On April 19, at the Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Team Vitality defeated Team Spirit in a dominant 3-0 sweep in the Grand Final of IEM Rio 2026, claiming the title, the $1,000,000 ESL Grand Slam bonus, and a permanent place among Counter-Strike's all-time greats.

1 May
Thales Costa
Six Teams, One Trophy: IEM Rio 2026 Playoffs Are Here

Six Teams, One Trophy: IEM Rio 2026 Playoffs Are Here

IEM Rio 2026 reaches its playoff stage with six teams still standing, a $300,000 prize pool on the line, and enough storylines to keep fans on the edge of their seats from the quarterfinals all the way through Sunday's Grand Final.

1 May
Thales Costa
IEM Kraków 2026 Playoffs: Teams, Format, Schedule, and More

IEM Kraków 2026 Playoffs: Teams, Format, Schedule, and More

IEM Kraków 2026 moves into the playoffs with six top teams left standing. We break down the format, schedule, and favorites to win the inaugural CS2 title of the year.

1 May
Ganesh Jadhav
IEM Krakow 2026: All You Need to Know

IEM Krakow 2026: All You Need to Know

Counter-Strike's coveted IEM series heads to Krakow, Poland, for the first time, replacing Katowice. This edition of the tournament will feature 24 top CS2 rosters in fierce competition.

1 May
Adarsh J. Kumar
FURIA and Team Vitality Contest for Title in IEM Krakow 2026 Grand Finals

FURIA and Team Vitality Contest for Title in IEM Krakow 2026 Grand Finals

Tomorrow, February 8th, FURIA and Team Vitality meet in the IEM Krakow 2026 grand final at the Tauron Arena. It's a best-of-five for $400,000 and crucial Valve Regional Standings points. Both squads took wildly different routes to get here, however, both have legitimate reasons to believe the trophy is theirs.

1 May
Thales Costa
FaZe Clan Crashes Out Early at BLAST Open Rotterdam 2026

FaZe Clan Crashes Out Early at BLAST Open Rotterdam 2026

FaZe Clan's struggles continue, as a 1-2 loss to TYLOO ended their BLAST Open Rotterdam run early, adding to an already difficult season. With the next Major fast approaching, FaZe has little time left to secure the VRS points needed to guarantee their spot at the Cologne Major.

1 May
Adarsh J. Kumar

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