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With over 172 total champions in the game, there are plenty of League of Legends female champions to choose from in every role. In this comprehensive guide, we will be taking a look at the complete list of female champions in LoL, and which of these stand out in pro-play, both in the most recent competitive patch as well as historically. Note that for the purpose of this article, female champions refers to any League of Legends champions who aremore

The flashbang is a crucial utility in Counter-Strike, capable of turning the tide of a round by blinding opponents and creating opportunities. Unlike other grenades, it doesn’t deal damage but instead uses a bright flash and a loud bang to disorient enemies. In most Counter-Strike games, players can hold two flashbangs, though there are certain exceptions depending on the game mode. Flashbangs are often used to gain control of chokepoints, execute site pushes, or counter aggressive plays. Knowing when andmore

Ivan "zweih" Gogin didn't have to wait long for his next opportunity. Just two weeks after Team Spirit benched him, the 18-year-old rifler has officially joined PARIVISION, replacing Andrey "AW" Anisimov in a move that could reshape both rosters heading into 2026. PARIVISION made it official on December 29, closing out their 2025 campaign with a roster shake-up that signals ambition. For zweih, it's a fresh start after a disappointing stint with one of Counter-Strike's elite organizations. For AW, it's a sudden exit from a team he helped guide to the Budapest Major Stage 3. How It All Fell Apartmore

Surfing is one of Counter-Strike’s most beloved game modes, offering a rhythmic break from competitive play. If you want to learn how to surf in CS2, you have come to the right place. This guide covers everything from finding servers and essential console commands to mastering the movement mechanics required to glide effortlessly. How to Surf in CS2: Step-by-Step Learning how to surf in CS2 requires setting up the game environment correctly and understanding basic mechanics. Unlike standard movement, surfingmore

Valorant's new map, Sunset, introduces unique challenges and opportunities for players. This guide will cover everything you need to know about Valorant Sunset, including its layout, key callouts, recommended agents, and effective strategies. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to Valorant, this guide will help you dominate the Sunset map. Understanding the Layout of Valorant Sunset Valorant Sunset is a two-site map with a medium to small size. It features straightforward design elements similar to the Ascent map butmore

Whether you’re troubleshooting performance issues, testing new settings, or just curious how smoothly Counter-Strike 2 is running on your PC, keeping an eye on your FPS can tell you a lot. In a game where split-second reactions will mean the difference between victory and defeat, even small drops in frame rate can have a real impact on how responsive everything feels. For that reason, here's a close look at how to show FPS in CS2. How to Show FPS inmore

The Danish legends are moving on. Astralis officially parted ways with both Nicolai "dev1ce" Reedtz and Emil "Magisk" Reif on December 28, closing another chapter in the organization's storied history. For device, it's his second departure from the team he helped turn into a dynasty. For Magisk, it's the end of a brief but meaningful return that just couldn't deliver the results everyone hoped for. Device Chases a Fresh Start This wasn't an easy call for device. The legendary AWPermore

Drow Ranger wins games by staying alive and keeping enemies at a distance. She hits hard from far away, slows targets with Frost Arrows, and shuts down spellcasters with Gust. If enemies reach her, she dies fast, so her whole game revolves around spacing, vision, and timing. This guide breaks down Drow Ranger’s abilities, core item goals, and the habits that keep Marksmanship active so you can keep dealing damage. Who is Drow Ranger? Traxex grew up among the Drow,more

Just like that, a year of esports action has come and gone. Whether you're a fan of FPS games, a devoted MOBA gamer, or anything in-between, chances are that 2025 delivered its fair share of thrills, heartbreaks, and unforgettable moments. Before we move on to a new season of competition and coverage, join us as we go through our Strafe Esports Wrapped, taking a look back at our best performing esports, players, teams, and news articles throughout the year. Mostmore

With the latest shake up to the game, core players are searching for which heroes are viable and which to avoid. In this article, we are listing down the three best carry heroes to grind MMR in Dota 2 patch 7.40b. With the general trend to cores being more survivable, these carry picks are hard to take down, while outputting strong damage and have a solid laning phase. Three best carry heroes to climb MMR in Dota 2 patch 7.40bmore

Rainbow Six Siege players logged in on December 27, 2025, expecting a normal gaming session. Instead, they found their accounts loaded with billions of R6 Credits, thousands of Alpha Packs, and access to ultra-exclusive developer skins they never purchased. Things went south fast. Everything Broke at Once The chaos started when players noticed something wasn't right. Accounts were getting hit with random bans that made no sense, displaying strange messages instead of player names. But that was just the beginning.more

The MongolZ have confirmed that veteran rifler Unudelger "controlez" Baasanjargal will no longer be part of the team's active roster. The 28-year-old's departure marks the end of a crucial stand-in period that began in late October when the Mongolian powerhouse needed a replacement for star player Azbayar "Senzu" Munkhbold. Seven Days to Replace a Star Controlez stepped up when The MongolZ faced one of their most challenging moments. With Senzu stepping back due to burnout, the team had just sevenmore

Another tournament concludes, and we return with the DreamLeague Season 27 Meta Recap to see how (or if) the mid-tournament patch changed things in the metagame. The lineup of most popular heroes is mostly the same, and Centaur Warrunner made a comeback in terms of win rate. On the other hand, supports did not perform so well, and some cores took a hit in performance as well. Finally, we will once again check the list of most performant heroes whomore

Brava in Rainbow Six Siege is an attacker built around control. Not aim control or movement control, but gadget control. She wins space by taking defender tech away, then using it against them. This article explains who Brava is, what her Kludge Drone does, what she brings in a lineup, and what stops her. It sticks to the official details you’d expect to see in her biography and device evaluation. Who Brava Is Nayara “Brava” Cardoso’s early life changed aftermore

Dota 2 patch 7.40 is here and we are counting down the best supports to grind MMR. With all the changes to the game, it's important to note which heroes are viable and which to avoid. We will list down the three best supports to climb the MMR ladder, as well as provide tips and advice on how to play each hero. Three Supports to Grind MMR in Dota 2 Patch 7.40 Omniknight The changes to sharing tangos, as wellmore

Renekton is a rage-fueled Ascended from the deserts of Shurima. He was once his empire’s most respected warrior and led its armies to many victories. After Shurima fell, Renekton was entombed beneath the sands. Time broke him. When he finally returned, he came back unstable and obsessed with a single goal: find and kill his brother, Nasus. In his madness, Renekton blames Nasus for the centuries he spent trapped in darkness. This article explains Renekton’s story, how his kit works,more

Along with the release of patch 7.40, we also had the announcement and release of Largo, the Frog Bard. He is a tanky support that focuses on relocating and controlling enemies while buffing allies' magic damage, movement speed, and healing. Now that we have already presented you the hero and the most likely combos you can include him in, it's time to peek at the other possibility. What do you do if Largo is on the enemy team, strumming hismore

After five days of great Dota 2 matches, DreamLeague Season 27 is over, and Team Yandex came out on top as champions. Let's see how both grand finalists got to the Grand Final and who fell on their path to victory. Beyond that, we will also compare performances with previous tournaments. DreamLeague Season 27 is the first step into the new season of the ESL Pro Tour. This means that teams that placed well have an edge, even if theymore

Dota 2 patch 7.40 brought many big changes to the game. Roaming is easier now, multiple heroes have been reworked, several facets were removed and much more. Among those changes, Valve introduced new Neutral Items. Ash Legion Shield is among those additions and it is absolutely broken. In this article, we will go through the mechanics of the new neutral item, and discuss why you should be picking it up every game. How does Ash Legion Shield work in Dotamore

The 2025 LCK Awards winners have officially been announced at the CJ ENM Center in Seoul, South Korea. Rewarding the best performing players from the LCK all throughout the year in every role, the LCK Awards 2025 saw one player stand above the rest after claiming the prestigious Player of the Year Award. All 2025 LCK Awards Winners and Nominees LCK Top of the Year: Kim "Kiin" Gi-in (Gen.G) - Winner Choi "Doran" Hyeon-joon (T1) Choi "Zeus" Woo-je (HLE) LCK Junglermore