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• Latest news Polygon: Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave named 2024's best RPG and a must-play

  Polygon reported that Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is 2024's best RPG and called it a must-play for Fire Emblem fans. Polygon said the game's first act foregrounds arena-style combat in a way that differs from the typical brief arena segment found in many RPGs. The article framed arena combat as a long-running genre staple but described Fortune's Weave as making that segment central rather than a diversion. The supplied excerpt does not include release-date, platform, or broader critical-consensus details.

• Latest news Minecraft: Bane of Arthropods adds +2.5 damage vs Arthropod mobs and Slowness IV

  Esports.net reports that the Bane of Arthropods enchantment in Minecraft increases damage to Arthropod mobs by 2.5 and applies Slowness IV. The enchantment can be added to swords and axes and deals the extra 2.5 damage on top of the weapon’s base damage, Esports.net says. Esports.net also reports the Slowness IV effect lasts for a random duration that grows with enchantment level, with Bane of Arthropods V able to inflict Slowness IV for up to 3.5 seconds. Esports.net describes Bane of Arthropods as a commonly found enchantment that most players do not prioritize.

• Latest news Polygon ranks five 'weird little' recruitable characters in Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave

  Polygon published a ranking of the five "weirdest little guys" recruitable in Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave. The article, by Josh Broadwell and dated Sep 26, 2026, describes the game's roster as generally more grounded than recent Fire Emblem entries while still featuring eccentric characters. Polygon reports that many of those eccentric characters carry tragic backstories that help explain, and sometimes fail to explain, their odd behavior. As one specific example, the piece places a character called Jester at number five and describes a bloodthirsty public persona that hides a "secret sadness" revealed in battle dialogue.

• Latest news Insider Gaming ranks most successful esports teams by total prize earnings

  Insider Gaming published a guide that ranks the most successful esports teams by their cumulative prize earnings, relying on data from Esports Earnings. The piece is by Grant Taylor-Hill and dated September 26, 2026, and it says the ranking measures teams by the total money they have won over the years. The article states the debate over which organisations are 'best' is often subjective but uses prize totals as the measurable criterion. The published list places Paris Saint-Germain Esports at number 10 in that ranking.

• Latest news Counter-Strike 2 reported over one million concurrent PC players, Insider Gaming says

  Insider Gaming reports Counter-Strike 2 consistently has more than one million concurrent players on PC. The article describes Counter-Strike 2 as one of esports’ most popular and iconic games and says it has been a spearhead of the industry for almost twenty years. Insider Gaming also names Dota 2 as a leading MOBA and reports it hosts one of the most valuable esports tournaments.

• Latest news Aniimo: TheGamer publishes complete list of every Aniimo and their type

  TheGamer published a complete list of every Aniimo and their type for the creature-collecting game Aniimo, in a guide by Allyson Cochran on September 17, 2026. The guide compiles the game's many creatures and their types to help players manage a large roster that the article describes as potentially chaotic to track. The piece characterises Aniimo as a colorful creature-collecting adventure and notes that some Aniimo are easy to find. It is not confirmed in the source whether the guide will be updated or expanded in the future.

• Latest news Dragon Ball: GameRant ranks the 7 strongest versions of Krillin

  GameRant published a ranked list identifying the seven strongest versions of Krillin across the Dragon Ball multiverse. The article recounts that Krillin has been Goku’s best friend since they trained together under Master Roshi and that Goku was regularly surpassing him by the 22nd World Martial Arts Tournament. It reports Krillin often struggles to keep up but still puts in a solid effort throughout Dragon Ball Z, and the ranking highlights differences in his power across various incarnations. The piece is presented as a retrospective ranking rather than an announcement of new Dragon Ball media or gameplay changes.

• Latest news Supercell to buy remaining Metacore stake, fold Merge Mansion into its live games

  Supercell has formally agreed to purchase the remaining stake in Finnish studio Metacore and will absorb Merge Mansion into its live mobile portfolio. The transaction is expected to close by the end of September 2026, with financial terms undisclosed. Player-facing services will continue uninterrupted and Metacore’s development team will keep supporting the existing community; Merge Mansion will join Supercell titles such as Hay Day and Clash of Clans.

• Latest news S. Korean lawmaker vows to block bids to move G-STAR, defends Busan as permanent home

  People Power Party Representative Jeong Yeon-wook announced he will block competing regional bids to relocate G-STAR and pledged to protect Busan as the exhibition’s permanent home. G-STAR draws over 200,000 visitors annually and ranks as one of Asia’s most lucrative gaming events. Closed-door government talks revealed several other South Korean regions are seeking to host the show, and Jeong raised the relocation issue at a party-government consultation with Busan Metropolitan City the same day.

• Latest news KG-7 Vulcan loadout for fast-handling one-shot snipes in Modern Warfare 4

  The KG-7 Vulcan is Modern Warfare 4’s bolt-action sniper and the game’s first sniper offering faster follow-up shots than other rifles. This recommended build uses a Haebang 26" barrel, Usenko muzzle, Expedite laser, Schlager 7x optic and Haebang comb to turn the rifle into an accurate, mobile long-range and quickscoping tool. The setup improves ADS and movement speed, reduces muzzle flash and audio signature, and emphasizes pre-aiming common head/upper-body heights and short, sharp peeks for repeat kills.

• Latest news GothamChess joins BASILISK as Head of Chess, keeps Grandmaster ambitions

  Levy "GothamChess" Rozman signed with esports organization BASILISK as its Head of Chess, marking his first partnership with an esports org. His YouTube channel has surpassed 8 million subscribers, and he continues to pursue the Grandmaster title. Rozman described BASILISK as a "renaissance of nerds" and accepted this role after previously declining other offers. The move brings a high-profile chess creator directly into an esports roster and gives BASILISK a large chess-focused audience.

• Latest news Esports Awards 2026 finalists revealed in wave one; Miami ceremony set for Nov 17

  Organizers revealed the first wave of Esports Awards 2026 finalists across nine categories, including players, teams, games, creators, and companies. The ceremony will take place in Miami, Florida on November 17, 2026, the first time the event is hosted there. Fan voting is open and closes November 10, with votes counting double during Turbo Week from November 3–10. Additional category finalists will be announced in subsequent waves ahead of the ceremony.

• Latest news GothamChess named BASILISK Head of Chess to lead content, recruitment and Esports push

  Levy 'GothamChess' Rozman has been appointed Head of Chess at science-focused esports organization BASILISK. He will develop content, recruit new players and build STEM-adjacent programming while supporting the team’s push for Esports World Cup success. Rozman brings a large audience—8 million YouTube subscribers and 5.9 billion total views—and still aspires to achieve the Grandmaster title. His role links creator-led content and talent recruitment to BASILISK’s competitive and educational ambitions.

• Latest news Solasta 2 adds 4-player co-op and a warlock class with two unique subclasses

  Early Access Update 1 for Solasta 2 will add co-op multiplayer and a new warlock class, plus a slate of gameplay and QoL features. The update launches on September 10 and includes stability and bug fixes. Multiplayer supports up to four players with join-in-progress, shared party control, and voting on major story/dialogue choices. The warlock comes with two subclasses—Timekeeper and Dreamer—that offer unique crowd-control and party-support abilities.

• Latest news AG.AL topples Team Falcons to win Esports World Cup 2026, $7M prize

  AG.AL captured the Esports World Cup 2026 Club Championship and the $7 million top prize, ending Team Falcons’ two-time title run. The seven-week event concluded with Gwendal "Gwen" Duparc winning the inaugural EWC Trackmania title and a $130,000 first-place prize that sealed AG.AL’s victory. President Emmanuel Macron attended the final tournament as AG.AL finished with 5,300 points across 24 game titles.

• Latest news AG.AL wins Esports World Cup 2026 Club Championship, takes $7M

  AG.AL International clinched the Esports World Cup 2026 Club Championship after Gwendal “Gwen” Duparc’s Trackmania victory pushed the organization past Team Falcons on the final day. AG.AL finished the seven-week competition with 5,300 points and a $7 million first-place prize. Team Falcons placed second and earned $5 million, denying Falcons a third straight Club Championship; Team Vitality finished third and received $4 million.

• Latest news ISO Nightshade close-range loadout for Modern Warfare 4 beta

  The ISO Nightshade SMG in the Modern Warfare 4 beta excels at close-to-mid-range thanks to a fast fire rate, strong mobility and controllable recoil. The recommended build fits FSS Crackdown muzzle, Demo STP-1 rear grip, GL-80 Milspec Stock, Schlager VisiV-5 laser and 9mm Parabellum Frangible ammo to boost handling and sustained-fire control. This setup favors aggressive play and objective modes by improving recoil management and aim recovery after sprinting.

• Latest news ALGS Year 6 Split 2 Group Stage begins; regional matches run Aug. 21–Sept. 13

  ALGS Year 6 Split 2 has started with Group Stage matches across the Americas, EMEA, APAC South, and APAC North to determine which Apex Legends teams qualify for the Split 2 Playoffs in Las Vegas this October. Matches began Aug. 21 and culminate in Regional Finals on Sept. 13; UNLIMIT is the reigning Split 1 champion after winning at the Esports World Cup in July.

• Latest news Dave Bautista replaces injured Ryan Hurst as Kratos for two-season God of War series

  Dave Bautista has been cast as Kratos in Prime Video’s adaptation of God of War, stepping in after original actor Ryan Hurst left the role due to a bicep tear sustained during filming. Bautista is set to play Kratos across two planned seasons and brings both a WWE background and established screen acting experience to the part. The change matters because the role demands significant physical presence, and Bautista is expected to bulk up and has a record of committed preparation for roles.

• Latest news MPL PH Season 18: eight teams fight for title and two M8 World Championship spots

  MPL PH Season 18 features eight franchise teams competing for the league title and two qualification berths at the M8 World Championship in Turkey. Defending champions Team Liquid PH and finalists Team Falcons PH kept their Season 18 rosters intact after representing the region at the MSC during the Esports World Cup 2026. All other clubs made offseason changes to players and coaching staff to compete for the two M8 slots.

• Latest news Esports Nations Cup postponed from Riyadh debut (Nov 2026) to 2027

  The Esports Foundation has moved the inaugural Esports Nations Cup from its planned Riyadh dates in November 2026 to 2027 due to uncertainty around the wider Middle East situation. Organizers will use the extra time to provide more certainty for national teams, game publishers, partners and fans. The delay affects national-team preparations and the regional esports calendar.

• Latest news Esports Leaders Paris set for Aug. 21 with 90+ industry executives at Hôtel du Collectionneur

  Esports Leaders Paris 2026 will be held Friday, Aug. 21 at the 5-star Hôtel du Collectionneur in central Paris on the final day of the Esports World Cup. Organizers expect more than 90 senior executives and decision-makers from global esports and gaming companies and have extended capacity due to demand. Confirmed attendees include Team Liquid, ESL FACEIT Group, G2 Esports, HLTV, Havas Play, NiP Group, Embark Studios, Polymarket, IMG, ESIC and BetBoom, creating concentrated opportunities for networking, partnerships and industry discussions.

• Latest news Spider-Man emerges as top pick after first Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls tournament

  Spider-Man produced standout results at the game's first major Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls tournament, positioning him among the strongest characters in the base roster. The title has drawn heavy player engagement since release, driving debate over tier lists. Spider-Man's performance at the event is shaping early competitive picks and raises questions about balance going forward.

• Latest news MPL Indonesia Season 18 rosters set as nine teams vie for two M8 berths

  The Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League Indonesia Season 18 rosters are finalized for a season running August through November. Nine teams will compete for the league title and two qualification spots to the M8 World Championship in Turkey. Defending champions Bigetron by Vitality largely retained their Season 17 core, while ONIC kept its key lineup after representing Indonesia at MSC 2026; RRQ Hoshi and EVOS made notable offseason changes.

• Latest news Magnus Carlsen wins 2026 Esports World Cup Chess, defeats Denis Lazavik 2-0

  Magnus Carlsen beat Denis Lazavik 2-0 in the grand final to win the Esports World Cup 2026 Chess title. Carlsen recorded four wins and four draws across the final without losing a game. He entered the event as the reigning champion and now becomes the first player to win back-to-back EWC Chess titles. The final used a best-of-three sets format, with Carlsen taking both sets 2-1 after drawing the remaining games.

• Latest news Old School RuneScape began from a rediscovered 2007 server and now tops 1M subscribers

  Jagex recreated Old School RuneScape by booting a rediscovered 2007 server and launched the game as an official classic in 2013. The game has grown significantly since then, hitting an all-time player-count record last August and drawing an estimated one million active subscribers. Jagex staged Deadman All Stars, its largest live event and first outside the UK, to support the game’s renewed popularity. Old School is an early example of an officially supported ‘classic’ MMO that helped inspire similar revivals.

• Latest news Rami Malek’s $60M Theatrical Flop Is Now a Prime Video Streaming Hit

  A $60 million spy thriller starring Rami Malek that failed to catch on in theaters is performing strongly on Amazon Prime Video. Malek’s post‑Oscar career has been uneven: he won Best Actor for Bohemian Rhapsody but has mixed box office results across projects. The film’s streaming success highlights how digital platforms can revive titles that underperformed theatrically and affect a movie’s overall reach.

• Latest news Hot Toys sponsors Fortnite Global Championship 2026 at Antwerp's Lotto Arena

  Hot Toys has signed on as an official sponsor of the Fortnite Global Championship 2026, marking the collectible-maker’s first entry into competitive Fortnite. The two-day tournament runs Sept. 26–27 at the Lotto Arena in Antwerp, is organized by BLAST, and offers a $2 million prize pool. Hot Toys will run a branded stand inside the arena and be featured in regular broadcast segments during the event. This is the first time the Fortnite Global Championship is being held in Antwerp, expanding the event’s European footprint.

• Latest news Marvel Tokon Year 1 pass will add 4 fighters and a new stage; Phoenix Cyclops confirmed

  Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls launched with a 20‑fighter roster and developers revealed a Year 1 Character and Stage Pass. The pass will add four playable characters, one new stage, and extra result‑screen poses. Phoenix Cyclops is the only Year 1 fighter named so far; the other characters and the new stage remain unrevealed. The roadmap lists confirmed release windows for the Year 1 content, signaling a scheduled post‑launch content rollout.

• Latest news Esports Nations Cup debuts in 2026 as country-focused global event with 16 titles

  The Esports Nations Cup will debut in 2026 as a global tournament centered on national teams instead of esports organizations. The event includes 16 game titles, each with its own qualification path open to countries worldwide, and confirmed team rosters for every title have been collected. The country-first format changes how players will be selected and how fans will follow international esports competition.