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The Esports World Cup (EWC) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is currently the talk of the town in the esports community, especially with the PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) tournament entering its thrilling final week. As of Wednesday, August 21, the atmosphere is electric, with 24 teams battling it out for a staggering $2 million prize pool. But there's more than just money on the line. This event is a pivotal moment in the PUBG competitive calendar, offering teams the chance to earn PGS points crucial for a direct invite to the apex of esports tournaments, the PUBG Global Championship.

As the countdown to the 2024 League of Legends World Championship ticks away, anticipation builds for what promises to be an electrifying showdown. Twenty elite teams will vie for glory in the 14th edition of this prestigious Riot Games tournament. The journey to secure a spot at the World Championship is fraught with challenges, and for many, the road to Germany is a testament to skill, strategy, and perseverance.

Revamped Access: Pro View is back but with a new twist, now accessible through LCS Twitch channel subscriptions.

Fnatic triumphs over G2 Esports with a 2-0 victory in the VALORANT Champions 2024 elimination round.

Faker, heralded as the greatest League of Legends player, faces significant criticism following recent defeats.

The Pokémon World Championships of 2024 have left an indelible mark in the hearts of Pokémon enthusiasts worldwide. This prestigious event, hosted in the picturesque locale of Honolulu, Hawaii, from August 16 to 18, has once again proven to be the epitome of Pokémon mastery across various game formats. From the strategic battles of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet to the intense matches of the Trading Card Game (TCG), Pokémon GO, and Pokémon Unite, the championships offered a thrilling showcase of talent across all age divisions. However, the spotlight was undeniably on the Masters division, where the crème de la crème of the Pokémon world vied for top honors. Here's everything you need to know about the champions who rose to the occasion.

Riot Games has released the T1 2023 Worlds skin collection for League of Legends.

Jaccob “yay” Whiteaker, once celebrated in the VALORANT scene, is on the hunt for a new team after being removed from Bleed Esports’ starting roster.

Main Stage Magic: The VGC tournament dazzles on the Pokémon Twitch channel, showcasing talents across all age divisions.

Dominant Forces: The event will highlight the strategic depth of Scarlet and Violet’s Regulation G ruleset, focusing on one restricted Legendary Pokémon per team.

Shrouded Fable's Arrival: The expansion introduces powerful cards, potentially flipping the metagame on its head right before the Pokémon World Championships 2024.

The Esports World Cup hosts a significant Starcraft 2 tournament with a $400,000 USD first-place prize, the largest in over five years.

Josh Lillie, a South African Pokémon TCG player, was erroneously told he'd receive a Travel Award for the World Championships in Hawaii.

The qualification process for the Pokémon World Championships will see a significant change in 2025, with only top regional leaderboard players getting invites.

Valve's new update reshapes the invitation process for the Counter-Strike 2 Shanghai Major's RMR and its closed qualifiers.

Oxygen Esports, known for owning the Call of Duty League's Boston Breach, is reportedly shutting down operations.