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Learn fast, reliable ways to buy items in Dota 2: open the shop, set up Quick Buy, use the Secret Shop and courier, manage stash, and avoid common purchase pitfalls.

Team Liquid has always been a powerhouse but seems to be going through a crisis since the retirement of Aydin "Insania" Sarkohi. After a string of inconsistent results and struggling to find equilibrium with their new roster, Liquid failed to qualify to the ESL Birmingham 2026.

The BLAST Slam VI will kickstart the 2026 Dota 2 professional circuit in Malta on February 3 and we'll take a look at the full list of invites and the regional winners from the qualifiers. While some tournaments go years without major changes, the BLAST Slam series continues to evolve with every edition.

Strafe Esports had the chance to sit down with Alban Dechelotte, CEO of G2 Esports, for an exclusive interview. During the conversation, Dechelotte was able to discuss G2's long-term plans, the relationship between sports and esports, and their motivation to break into traditional sports.

Psyonix dropped Rocket League Patch 2.64 on January 22nd, and it's packed with more than just cosmetics. The South Park collaboration grabbed headlines, sure, but the actual meat of this update addresses player frustrations that have been building for a while. South Park Invades the Arena Running through February 5th, the limited-time event dishes out five free certified toppers featuring the show's main characters, each tracking different stats. You're getting Cartman (Turtle Goals), Stan (Goals), Kyle (Assists), Kenny (Demos), andmore

NAVI are storming into the lead at VCT EMEA Kickoff after taking down yet another name on their path to Masters Santiago qualification. With this win against Team Heretics, the team is 2 wins away from a spot at the first international event of the year. Following their victory, Strafe Esports sat down with Natus Vincere (NAVI) player Emirhan “hiro” Kat to speak on the team’s success thus far at Kickoff, his personal preparation in the off-season, the team’s goals for the season, and so much more in this exclusive interview.

BLIZZARD kicked off the year with its first Director’s Take of 2026, outlining significant updates coming to Overwatch 2. From a complete rework of the ranking system to adjustments in console aiming and events, the team detailed several community-driven changes that will shape the game’s next phase.

Team Heretics have arrived in 2026 with their debut match against Natus Vincere (NAVI) in VCT EMEA Kickoff, but perhaps not with the landing they were hoping for. Following the conclusion of their series, Strafe Esports sat down with Team Heretics player Benjy “benjyfishy” Fish to reflect on the team’s performance during the series, goals for 2026 following a quieter 2025, his thoughts on the game changes during the off-season, and so much more in this exclusive interview.

VALORANT’s beloved Reaver collection is set to return in Patch 12.01, featuring skins for Bandit and Butterfly Knife. The bundle will also include a player card, gun buddy, and spray.

FlyQuest botlaner Massu talks about the 2025 season and stepping into a leadership role in this new iteration of FlyQuest.

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.

This Rainbow Six Siege Grim Guide explains who Grim is, how his gadget works, and how to use him effectively in matches. Grim is an attacking operator built around tracking and pressure. He punishes defenders who move carelessly and rewards teams that act on live information. Introduced during Operation Brutal Swarm, Grim brings a mix of intelligence gathering and area control. His design reflects his background as a reconnaissance specialist and his role inside Nighthaven. Understanding Grim means understanding timing,more

Dota 2 patch 7.40c is here and it brings a multitude of changes. The biggest impact of the new update is the introduction of Largo into Captain's Mode. Dota 2's main competitive mode. This is one of the fastest introduction's of a hero from release into the competitive scene. Aside from Largo, several other heroes have been tweaked, so let's dive into the latest update! The biggest changes of Dota 2 patch 7.40c Clinkz, Timbersaw, and Jakiro recieve sizable nerfsmore

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

To celebrate the Lunar New Year, as well as the arrival of a brand new season to the game, League of Legends is introducing several new skins to the game. These include six new Firecracker skins, a new Petals of Spring skin line, as well as a new Divine Architect Aurelion Sol skin.

More than 15 years after its release, League of Legends continues to expand and reach new horizons. When it comes to LoL Esports specifically, there seems to be no slowing down. The latest development? League of Legends is set to be included in the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games (CACG), giving players a chance to compete for medals as they represent their home countries.

The road to Masters Santiago begins with a single step – Kickoff. The VCT EMEA Kickoff for 2026 is set to begin on the 20th of January with 12 teams taking to the stage, competing and qualifying for 3 slots to the first VALORANT Masters event of the new year. Kings of old? Established order? 2026 upturns all of that with new challengers vying for control in this latest season of VCT EMEA.

With all the teams now locked in, the stage is officially set for the biggest Rainbow Six Siege X event of the year — the Six Invitational 2026. Taking place in Paris at the Adidas Arena, twenty of the world’s best teams will battle for the title of World Champion and the right to raise the iconic Hammer.

Karmine Corp’s opening debut with their new roster in the VCT EMEA 2026 Kickoff tournament did not deliver quite the brilliant opener they were hoping for. However, despite NAVI’s brilliant start to both maps, Karmine Corp managed to mount late game comebacks both times, resulting in an end result that was far from satisfactory, but not fully disappointing. Following the conclusion to the series, Strafe Esports sat down with Karmine Corp’s Head Coach Andrey “Engh” Sholokhov to speak on the team’s performance during the match, their preparation coming into their first match of 2026, his thoughts on the game’s changes since last season, and so much more in this exclusive interview.

Viktor in League of Legends is a control mage built around planning, positioning, and upgrades. His strength comes from ability augments, zone control, and high damage over time. He rewards players who manage resources well and understand spacing in fights. This guide explains Viktor’s abilities, augments, and gameplay strategy. It focuses on how his kit works, how to use it effectively, and what to expect when facing him. Viktor’s Role and Core Playstyle Viktor is usually played in the midmore