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G2 Esports business and news from across the web.- G2 Launches Limited-Edition Capsule with One Piece, Turning One of the Biggest Anime in the World, into Wearable StreetwearG2 Esports has launched a limited-edition streetwear capsule collection in collaboration with the anime phenomenon One Piece. The collection, inspired by Monkey D. Luffy's Gear 5, features understated black and white designs and will be available exclusively on G2's online store starting June 25th. This partnership aims to blend esports culture with anime and fashion.
Valorant Masters' anthem is a unique look for VCT, and it brings one of the UK's finest back to the stageRiot Games has released "Chaos in the House" by UK artist Che Lingo as the anthem for Valorant Masters London. The song aims to capture the unpredictability of Valorant esports and features a music video blending cartoon visuals with real tournament clips. Che Lingo previously contributed to the MSI 2023 anthem "Rules (Are Meant to Break)".
The Digital Fan’s Guide: How to Balance Productivity and Major Esports TournamentsThis guide provides strategies for esports fans to balance watching major tournaments with daily productivity. It emphasizes the importance of understanding complex global schedules, creating personalized viewing routines, and prioritizing matches to avoid information overload. The article suggests utilizing digital tools and setting clear boundaries to ensure esports remains an enjoyable and sustainable hobby.
Caedrel says that, while Los Ratones was profitable, the League of Legends team "wasn't really sustainable long term"Esports personality Marc 'Caedrel' Lamont stated that while his League of Legends team, Los Ratones, was profitable, its model was not sustainable long-term. The team focused heavily on content creation, which eventually ran out, leading to its disbandment. Despite this, Los Ratones achieved success, including winning the EU Masters.
The Esports World Cup 2026 Sets a Record-Breaking Prize PoolThe Esports World Cup 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, will feature a record-breaking $75 million prize pool across 24 games and 25 tournaments. Over 2,000 players and 200 clubs from more than 100 countries will compete in a variety of genres including battle royales, first-person shooters, MOBAs, and fighting games.
G2 Hel Returns to Valorant Game Changers After Year-Long BreakG2 Esports is returning to the Valorant Game Changers scene after a year-long hiatus, aiming to compete in the revamped format. The organization had previously withdrawn its women's Valorant project in 2025. This comeback is seen as a significant development for the competitive landscape, adding a well-resourced team to the growing women's esports circuit.
G2 Flies Economy While Gen.G Goes Business Class to Brazil TournamentA recent trip to a League of Legends tournament in Brazil highlighted the economic disparities between top esports organizations, with G2 Esports traveling economy plus while Gen.G flew business class. This difference in travel comfort reflects varying organizational budgets and their impact on player performance and competitive advantage. The article discusses how these economic factors influence the professional esports landscape.
G2 Caps Calls Out Gender Discrimination in League of Legends ERL TeamsLeague of Legends star G2 Caps has spoken out about gender discrimination within the European Regional League (ERL) scene, citing instances where former G2H players were denied opportunities due to their gender. Caps emphasized that these regional leagues are crucial for player development and that blocking access based on gender hinders growth and perpetuates unfair practices. The community has largely supported Caps' call for change, highlighting the need for better representation and fairer talent evaluation in esports.
Team Vitality Destroys CS2 Competition with 31 Straight PlayoffsTeam Vitality has achieved a remarkable streak of 31 consecutive playoffs in professional Counter-Strike 2 competitions over two years. This consistent performance includes eleven tournament wins and numerous top-4 finishes against top-tier competition, showcasing exceptional discipline and adaptability.
Caedrel Calls Out EU and NA: ‘We All Suck’ After Tournament FlopLeague of Legends analyst Caedrel expressed strong disappointment with the performance of both European and North American regions in a recent tournament, stating that both regions 'suck'. He suggested that more head-to-head matches between EU and NA could help rebuild confidence and improve their international standing against Eastern competitors.
G2 Caps Gets Real About Career Reflections: ‘Time Flies Very Fast’G2 Esports mid laner Caps reflects on the rapid passage of time in his professional League of Legends career, expressing a desire to achieve more despite significant past successes. His candid thoughts resonate with fans and highlight the intense pressure and fleeting nature of esports careers. Caps' motivation to make the current year count is seen as a driving force for G2 Esports as they rebuild their roster.
Cryptic Two-Word Tweet Sends Esports World Into Overdrive Speculation ModeA cryptic two-word tweet from esports player @bstrddgg thanking both NRG Esports and G2 Esports has sparked widespread speculation about potential partnerships or player movements between the two organizations. The tweet, despite its brevity, has generated significant community discussion regarding the current esports landscape and the strategic positioning of both teams.- G2 Esports Valorant: G2 Esports sign former XSET female Valorant roster | GamzoG2 Esports has officially signed the former XSET female Valorant roster, now named G2 Gozen. The team demonstrated their skill by going undefeated in the qualifying stage of the VCT Game Changers event, ultimately securing a 3rd-4th place finish. They are set to debut under the G2 Esports banner at the second Game Changers event for EMEA on October 25, 2021.