OWL 2021 format and Valiant moving doesn’t scream healthy ecosystem
The Overwatch League is slowly gearing up for its 2021 Season, and things are going down quite differently this time around. The Season is due to begin in April, with a different format for both its structure and games are going to be played. Some reports this week have indicated…
SCCG Management Partners with MediaTroopers to bring Experienced iGaming Marketing Agency Talent and Services to the USA
LAS VEGAS, NV, Feb 25, 2021 - (ACN Newswire) - Stephen Crystal, Founder of SCCG Management, announced a partnership with King of Prussia, Pennsylvania-based iGaming Marketing and Advertising firm, MediaTroopers. Stephen Crystal, said, "This is a new and exciting time for iGaming in North America. Online sports betting and iGaming…
bubmagFebruary 25, 2021
Quantum Tech Partners: Esports companies raised $2 billion in 2020, up 116%
Esports companies raised $2 billion in 2020 over 200 transactions in 2020, up 116% in value from $957 million in 123 deals in 2019, according to mergers and acquisitions advisory firm Quantum Tech Partners. Mergers and acquisitions also rose, with 50 deals valued at $658 million in 2020, compared to…
bubmagFebruary 24, 2021
Sonii and aceu draft insane rosters for Twitch Rivals Valorant Series 1
Twitch Rivals Valorant Series is kicking off a two-week long streamer focused event today. Eight teams will battle for a $50,000 pot, with each win worth $1000 + some placement prizes at the end of it all. Naturally, you can watch the series on the official Twitch Rivals channel. The…
bubmagFebruary 24, 2021
WePlay Ultimate Fighting League set to boost competitive MK11 and Tekken 7
WePlay Esports are one of the biggest organizer around for fighting games. Over the last year they’ve been one of few organization to manage to hold an in-person fighting games tournament. They’ve just announced what’s coming next for them, and for the entire genre. The WePlay Ultimate Fighting League has…
bubmagFebruary 23, 2021
Dota 2 Moon Studio New Year Showdown Playoffs Predictions
Amidst the Dota Pro Circuit 2021 (DPC 2021), many teams also participated in Moon Studio’s New Year Showdown, mostly for bragging rights and to celebrate the Chinese New Year period. While the event is not nearly as grand as any DPC 2021 event, teams took the opportunity to polish their…
bubmagFebruary 22, 2021
Call of Duty League Super Week – Expectations & Predictions
The Call of Duty League has had a strong opening these last few years, becoming one of the bigger competitive scenes for an online shooter. The League’s success is even beginning to catch up to the Overwatch League, Activision Blizzard’s biggest shooter esport. However, there have been a lot of…
bubmagFebruary 22, 2021
The ‘StarCraft II’ nerds at Shopify now have an esports team
Ecommerce colossus Shopify has unveiled its own esports organization. Shopify Rebellion has recruited some top-tier StarCraft II players, including 2016 world champion Byun Hyun-woo and Sasha "Scarlett" Hostyn, the first woman to win a major tournament in the esport. Along with teammate Julian "Lambo" Brosig, this weekend they're competing at…
bubmagFebruary 19, 2021
Smash Bros Pyra and Mythra DLC & Grand Slam Event
Super Smash Bros is one of the most unique and fun fighting games. It has had a bit of a rough patch with the absence of real-life tournaments, but this week has seen some major news develop for the game. The title has had its next DLC fighter announced, reinvigorating…
bubmagFebruary 18, 2021