Recently, a game derived from the realm of DoTA2 emerged. Taken the world by storm, this game requires a fine balance of skill, luck, planning and strategic thinking.

 

But helpless pieces of the game he plays, Upon the chequered board of nights and days; Hither and thither moves, and checks and slays,
And one by one back in the closet lies.

 

To make sense of this, click here: https://www.gamesradar.com/uk/how-to-play-auto-chess/

Apex Legends to star in 2019 X Games

Like the prodigal son, esports returns to X Games family, after a hiatus of 3 years.

 

ESPN has announced that Apex Legends will be the star of this year’s show, with invitational qualifiers taking place on June 29th. Teams battle it out for a prize pot of USD 150,000.00 on August 2nd and 3rd in Minneapolis.

 

Read more at: https://www.engadget.com/2019/06/21/esports-x-games-apex-legends/

Infinite Esports acquired by Immortals Gaming Club

Marketers are projecting that the esports industry will top USD1 billion in 2019, with global esports audience estimated to reach 453.8 million this year, representing a year-over-year growth of 15%.
Nett, the video gaming industry is in growth mode, presenting a big opportunity for investors.

 

Immortals Gaming Club is one entity who quickly recognised this and has initiated an acquisition campaign.

 

Read all about this at: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-06-12/milken-backed-immortals-makes-esports-first-100-million-deal

Will this be the future of gaming?

Many people still consider gaming a male pursuit – but that is an error that could make many marketers miss an opportunity. The proverbial pendulum is now swinging the other way. Gentlemen. Listen up.

 

Gaming today is as much for women as men. The game industry needs female representation, not only to diversify itself, but ensure its success.

 

Team Orange.Sphynx shows us why this is the case: https://www.thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2019/06/27/orangesphynx-emerge-as-champs-in-shanghai-headed-to-dreamhack-showdown-2019-in-spain/

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SPH to launch Esports Festival Asia at Comex 2019

E-sports is finally here…for the Comex tech show this September! Esports Festival Asia (EFA) will be making its debut this year. EFA is hoping to bridge the gap between generations and bring understanding to more parents about competitive e-sports culture. Games that will be featured are Arena of Valor, League of Legends, Mobile Legends, PUBG, CS: GO and…wait for it…DotA Underlords! Now that’s HYPE!

 

Read full acticle here: (https://www.tnp.sg/news/singapore/sph-launch-esports-festival-asia-comex-2019)

CDEC Gaming, Newbee highlight Dota 2 teams at World Cyber Games 2019

Previously discontinued WCG (World Cyber Games) is making a comeback this year! DotA2 isn’t the only game being showcased either. Other exciting games (and some of them are pretty old school!) include Honor of Kings, Clash Royale, Hearthstone, CrossFire and Warcraft 3. Read more to find out which DotA2 rosters will be competing for the $140,000 prize pool during WCG 2019!

 

Read full acticle here: (https://dotesports.com/dota-2/news/cdec-gaming-newbee-highlight-dota-2-teams-at-world-cyber-games-2019)

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