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Esports World Cup Foundation Unveils 'Road to EWC' Program
The Esports World Cup Federation (EWCF) has launched the Road to EWC, a global qualifying circuit featuring connecting publisher leagues, international events, and grassroots qualifiers into one cohesive season-long journey to Riyadh.
Team Falcons Fails to Make Playoffs at IEM Krakow 2026
Team Falcons' disappointing run at IEM Krakow 2026 came to an end today as MOUZ secured a crucial victory in a decisive elimination match, clinching the final Tauron Arena playoffs berth. The loss marks another chapter in what has become an increasingly frustrating narrative for the Saudi-backed organization.
A Gamble That Failed: BC.Game Humbled at IEM Krakow 2026
When ESL initially sent out the invites to IEM Krakow 2026, the Counter-Strike world held its breath. The tournament, a successor to the legendary Katowice events, promised the return of two of the game's most iconic figures. Oleksandr "s1mple" Kostyliev and Denis "electroNic" Sharipov—the duo that brought Natus Vincere its first Major title in Stockholm—were back on the server together. But they weren't wearing the yellow and black of NaVi. Instead, they donned the colors of BC.Game, a Central American-based crypto gambling organization that had bought its way into the conversation not through organic growth, but through aggressive acquisition.
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How to Practice Nade Line-ups in CS2
Grenades are a core part of what makes Counter-Strike 2 a tactical shooter rather than just a game of aim. From smokes and flashes to molotovs and HE grenades, proper utility usage can completely change how a round plays out. This guide breaks down everything you need to know about CS2 nades, starting with how to set up an effective practice server using the built-in tools like the grenade camera, infinite ammo, and infinite warmup. It also covers the best settings for practicing consistent line-ups, where to find reliable utility guides and workshop maps, and how to choose line-ups that actually work in real matches. Finally, the guide outlines a practical routine to help you practice efficiently, understand grenade physics, and confidently apply utility in competitive games.
Esports Nations Cup 2026 Unveils $45 Million Prize & Development Fund
The inaugural Esports Nations Cup (ENC) is scheduled to commence in November 2026, backed by a $45 million commitment from the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) in the form of prize money, incentives, and development funds.
Valve’s $900 Million Headache: Does the UK Lawsuit Actually Hold Merit?
In a significant legal blow to the operator of the world’s largest PC gaming platform, a UK court has ruled that a £656 million (approx. $900 million) class-action lawsuit against Valve Corporation can proceed to trial. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of 14 million UK Steam users, alleges that Valve has abused its dominant market position to overcharge gamers.
Blast Bounty Winter 2026 Finals: Teams, Format, Schedule, and More
After an intense set of online qualifiers, eight top-ranked teams will compete in the BLAST Bounty Winter 2026 Finals in Malta. Teams will fight for a lion's share of the $1.15 million prize pool as well as Frequent Flyer Programme tokens.
PARIVISION Beat Falcons 3-0 To Win BLAST Bounty Trophy
PARIVISION shocked the Counter-Strike world by sweeping Team Falcons by 3-0 in the BLAST Bounty Winter 2026 Finals, delivering one of the tournament's most dominant performances. The victory marks PARIVISION's first big trophy and caps off a stunning redemption arc for Ivan "zweih" Gogin, who lifted the championship hardware just months after a disappointing stint with Team Spirit that saw him struggle significantly, particularly during the Budapest Major. A Statement Win Nobody expected PARIVISION to steamroll through the final. Falconsmore
Esports World Cup 2026 Tickets: Prices, Sales Dates, and How to Purchase
The first wave of Esports World Cup 2026 tickets is now live on the EWC website, and fans have the option to choose from Weekly All Access Passes, Premium Tournament Passes, and an exclusive Esports Embassy Experience.
CS2 Premier Season 4 Update: Anubis Changes, SMG Buff, Limited Edition AK-47, New Maps and Collections
The first (and long awaited) CS2 update of the year is finally here. The Premier Season 4 Update doesn’t just kick off the new competitive season, but brings back Anubis to replace Train, SMG Buffs, New Community maps, and two new weapon collections. Let’s get through this one at a time. CS2 Premier Season 4 Game Updates As discussed in a previous article, Anubis will return for Season 4 replacing Train, but that’s not all. The map is tweaked slightlymore
Is an EWC CS Major on the Horizon? EWC Media Rumble Takeaways 2026
Strafe Esports was recently invited to attend a media event organized by the EWC (Esports World Cup). In it, an open discussion was held around EWC 2026 and beyond, answering some of the bigger questions surrounding one of the world’s biggest emerging esports tournament organizers.
What to expect from CS2 Premier Season 4?
Later today, season 3 of CS2 Premier will come to an end. This means that in a few days CS2 Premier will enter Season 4. This means a major CS2 update after almost three months (barring the Major hub update). The last big update introduced four community maps, a new observing tool, and a new mode: Retake. So what would the upcoming CS2 Premier Season 4 have in store for us? Map Pool Change: -Train +Anubis With only a year out of the map pool, Train is already on its way out. Replacing it will be Anubis that exited themore
