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Morning Mobilization
The retro computer brand Commodore has released a flip phone, generating excitement. Separately, PUBG Mobile set a new record for the largest mobile team-based esports tournament with over 1.2 million players participating.
Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 Wraps Up with New Champions and Games of the Future 2026 Qualifiers Confirmed
Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 has concluded, with over 60 athletes qualifying for the Games of the Future 2026. The event featured competitions in Phygital Football, Basketball, and Dancing, showcasing a blend of physical and digital skills. The Games of the Future 2026 are scheduled to take place in Astana from July 29 to August 9, featuring a wider range of disciplines and a significant prize pool.
Viewsonic unveils the world's first 24-inch 4K gaming monitor for super crispy visuals in a smaller form factor
Viewsonic has unveiled the VX24G26J-4K, a 24-inch 4K gaming monitor with a 160 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time. This monitor offers a high pixel density of 188 DPI, providing sharper visuals than larger 4K displays. While its gaming benefits are debated, it could appeal to users seeking high-quality font rendering or a potential 1080p alt mode for esports.
Evening Esports and Competitions
The Call of Duty Endowment (C.O.D.E.) Bowl VII event is highlighted. This event focuses on esports competitions organized by the Call of Duty Endowment.
G2 and PUBG MOBILE Esports Announce Partnership to Expand Western Europe’s Esports Ecosystem
G2 and PUBG MOBILE Esports have announced a partnership aimed at expanding the mobile esports ecosystem in Western Europe. The collaboration will commence with the 2026 PUBG MOBILE Club Open (PMCO) Western Europe Wildcard and includes the launch of an ambassador program featuring content creator JanickaGaming. This initiative seeks to leverage G2's expertise in esports and content creation to foster growth and community engagement within the region.
New Details Revealed for PokémonXP and 2026 Pokémon World Championships, and Pokémon North America International Championships Move to Chicago in 2027
The Pokémon Company International announced that the 2027 Pokémon North America International Championships will be held in Chicago, Illinois. New details were also revealed for PokémonXP and the 2026 Pokémon World Championships, which will take place in San Francisco. The article also recaps the winners of the 2026 North America International Championships held in New Orleans.
Sunday Esports and Competitions
The article discusses how Summer Game Fest has made significant changes that will impact the 2026 Game of the Year race. These changes are expected to influence the competitive landscape and how games are perceived for the award.
History Is About to Be Written! Ragnarok Origin Classic’s Biggest PvP Tournament Holds Its Grand Finals in Thailand
The Grand Finals of the Ragnarok Origin Classic Tyr Cup, the game's first 5v5 esports tournament with a stat-equalized format, will be held in Bangkok, Thailand on July 11. The tournament features a USD 1 million prize pool, with Team Poek from Indonesia facing Team Encore from the Philippines for the championship title and USD 500,000. This event marks a significant milestone for the Philippine Ragnarok community, highlighting the game's commitment to fair competition where skill, not spending, determines victory.
Marvel Rivals brings in Cyclops, an 18v18 mode, and player-hosted tournaments
Marvel Rivals has added Cyclops as a new playable hero, featuring his signature optic blasts. The game also introduced an 18v18 "Bounty Annihilation" mode set in the K’un-Lun: Shenloong Arena map. NetEase is enabling third-party tournament hosting and has released an updated roadmap extending to early July, including a Summer Festival starting June 19th.
Monster Energy will be present at BGS 2026 with a gaming arena and exclusive experience
Monster Energy will have a significant presence at Brasil Game Show (BGS) 2026, marking its fifth consecutive year as the event's eSports arena sponsor. The brand is launching a promotion where consumers can win exclusive gaming prizes and an exclusive Monster Energy experience at the event by purchasing their products and registering receipts online. This initiative highlights Monster Energy's ongoing commitment to the gaming and eSports community.
SoCal Gaming Expo 2026 in Los Angeles (photos) — MP3s & NPCs
The SoCal Gaming Expo 2026 took place at the Pasadena Convention Center, featuring vendors selling retro merchandise and rare physical games. The event also included a Video Game and Collectibles Auction and a Classic Tetris World Championship, which Michael Artiaga won for the third time. MP3s and NPCs owner Terrance Pryor covered the event.
EVO 2026's Arena Finals games & Sunday Top 8s have been decided
EVO 2026 has announced the schedule for its main Arena finals, featuring Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising, Guilty Gear Strive, and Rivals of Aether 2 on Saturday, and 2XKO, Tekken 8, and Street Fighter 6 on Sunday. The schedule is determined by game participant numbers, with other titles competing on the Showcase Stage.
Morning Esports and Competitions
The article mentions the online qualifiers for Trackmania's ROAD TO EWC tournament. It also notes that Frans was thanked in relation to the event.
Marvel Rivals Season 8.5 Brings Cyclops, Massive New Battles And Summer Celebrations
Marvel Rivals Season 8.5 has launched, introducing the iconic mutant Cyclops to the hero roster and a new 18v18 game mode called Bounty Annihilation. The update also brings a new map, K’un-Lun: Shenloong Arena, and a Summer Festival event with rewards and new costumes. The game is available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, and NetEase Games is also launching a program to support third-party community tournaments.
The Last Chance For a Games of the Future 2026 Ticket: Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 Kick Off
The Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 tournament has begun, serving as the final qualification event for teams seeking a spot in the Games of the Future 2026. This tournament, running from June 10-14, features disciplines like Phygital Football, Basketball, and Dancing, with a significant prize pool across multiple events for the upcoming Games of the Future 2026.
Axie Classic Season 15 Begins with 36,000 bAXS Prizes
Axie Classic Competitive Season 15 has begun, running from June 11 to July 2, 2023, with a prize pool exceeding 36,000 bAXS. The season features distinct prize pools for guilds and individual players, daily mini-tournaments, and two new qualification spots for the Classic Champions Invitational.
超高速対戦パズルゲーム『SHIKA-Q』Nintendo Switch版にて80%OFFセールを実施。オンライン大会も開催
AGNI FLARE is holding an 80% off sale for the fast-paced competitive puzzle game SHIKA-Q on Nintendo Switch, starting June 11, 2026. The company also announced plans for ongoing online and offline tournaments, following their participation in EVO Japan 2026 with the '1st SHIKA-Q World Link Tournament'.
Pokemon NAIC 2026 Twitch Drops Details & How to Redeem
Viewers watching the 2026 Pokémon North America International Championships can earn exclusive in-game rewards for Pokémon Trading Card Game, Pokémon UNITE, and Pokémon GO by tuning into Twitch broadcasts. Specific rewards include Blastoise in a Cherish Ball, a Seaking with Icy Wind, a Platinum Blastoise Boost Emblem, and various digital booster packs and items for Pokémon TCG Live. Rewards must be claimed by June 26, 2026, with some having later redemption deadlines.
REMATCH SEASON 4: The Rematch Nations Cup Is On. So Are You!
Sloclap has launched Season 4 for their football game Rematch, introducing the timed Nations Cup event running from June 11th to July 23rd. Players can represent one of 32 nations, compete in fast-paced matches, and unlock exclusive rewards through the new Captain Pass. The update also includes gameplay improvements like a Fake Shot feature and enhanced goalkeeper AI, alongside discounts across all platforms.
Morning Esports and Competitions
Gayming Magazine reported on the winners of the Gayming Awards 2026, with 'Date Everything!' being among the recipients. The article covers the results of the esports and competitions categories.