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The Philippines Rises in SEA’s Greatest Cabal War
The Philippines emerged victorious at CABAL Fest 2026: True Champions – Grand Showdown, a major MMORPG esports event for CABAL Online in Southeast Asia. The festival, organized by Combo Interactive, brought together over 10,000 registered players and 60,000 online viewers. Combo Interactive also unveiled a roadmap for competitive growth and teased Project X, alongside the reveal of Cabal Red SEA, a new next-generation experience for the region.
Ubisoft Renews Xbox Game Pass Partnership for Rainbow Six Siege Esports | Invision Game Community
Ubisoft has renewed its partnership with Xbox Game Pass as the official partner for Rainbow Six Siege esports through the 2026 and 2027 competitive seasons. This two-year renewal includes expanded community activations, in-game benefits for Game Pass subscribers starting in June, and global esports experiences. The partnership officially kicks off with the BLAST R6 Salt Lake City Major in May, reinstating the two-major-per-year format.
Morning Esports and Competitions
PUBG: Battlegrounds is hosting a 'PUBG X PAYDAY' event where players can stream the heist for a chance to win $100,000. This event highlights the game's competitive and esports aspects.
EA Sports FC Pro Mobile Brings The Big Pro Pitch Ecosystem To Your Pocket
EA Sports has launched EA Sports FC Pro Mobile, an esports ecosystem for EA Sports FC Mobile that provides a competitive pathway for mobile gamers. The circuit features local, regional, and global competitions with a $350,000 USD prize pool, aiming to establish one of the most ambitious mobile football esports ecosystems. The season includes open online competitions, regional leagues, and publisher programs, culminating in international events like the FC Pro Mobile World Championship.
Rainbow Six Siege And Xbox Game Pass Partnership Renewed For New Esports Seasons
Ubisoft has renewed its partnership between Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege, Xbox Game Pass, and BLAST R6 Esports for the 2026 and 2027 competitive seasons. This renewed agreement will bring more in-game rewards, live event activations, and esports-focused experiences to players across Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. New in-game benefits for Game Pass subscribers will begin rolling out in June.
UBISOFT AND XBOX RENEW PARTNERSHIP FOR TOM CLANCY’S RAINBOW SIX SIEGE AND BLAST R6 ESPORTS
Ubisoft and Xbox Game Pass have renewed their partnership for Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege and BLAST R6 Esports for the 2026 and 2027 competitive seasons. This collaboration will offer in-game benefits for Rainbow Six Siege subscribers starting in June, alongside community activations and elevated esports experiences at global events.
LOADED AND FUTBIN LAUNCH NEW FC 26 TWITCH TOURNAMENT WITH GAME VOUCHERS AND POINTS UP FOR GRABS
Digital game store Loaded and FC database FUTBIN have launched a new EA Sports FC 26 tournament called 'Wicked Wednesdays'. The five-week competition features 16 creators and pros, with weekly streams on Twitch offering prizes like Loaded vouchers and FC Points. The tournament aims to bring the community together and reward fans, marking the start of a new partnership between the two companies.
Devil Dinosaur Joins the Battle in Marvel Rivals for Season 8: SINS OF ALCHEMAX, Launching May 15
Marvel Rivals is launching Season 8: SINS OF ALCHEMAX on May 15, introducing Devil Dinosaur as a new Vanguard character and the Alchemax Headquarters map. The game's esports competition, Marvel Rivals Ignite, is also moving into Stage 1 with a $650,000 prize pool, starting May 21. Season 8 includes PC storage optimizations and exclusive perks for college students.
Game On for esports jobs: 65% globally demand more education and career pathways for pro gaming
A global study commissioned by Logitech G reveals that 65% of people worldwide support more formal education and career pathways for aspiring esports and professional gamers. The survey highlights generational divides in acceptance, with Gen Z and Millennials more supportive than Baby Boomers. Barriers such as perceived financial risk and lack of societal support are identified, alongside a growing recognition of the physical and mental demands of competitive gaming.
Competitive gaming is borrowing more from traditional sports betting culture
Competitive gaming broadcasts are increasingly adopting elements from traditional sports, including live predictions, in-depth statistical analysis, and discussions mirroring sports betting culture. This shift is driven by expanded audiences and a desire for greater fan engagement, making esports viewing habits more similar to those of mainstream sports.
Tekken legend Katsuhiro Harada joins SNK’s new studio
SNK has announced the formation of VS Studio SNK, a new game development studio led by veteran fighting game developer Katsuhiro Harada. Harada, who spent 31 years at Bandai Namco, will bring his extensive experience to the new studio, which aims to create games that go "Beyond tradition, crafted to perfection."
Marvel Rivals Season 8 Adds Devil Dinosaur, Alchemax Headquarters Map, and Esports Updates on May 15
Marvel Rivals' Season 8, titled SINS OF ALCHEMAX, launches on May 15, introducing Devil Dinosaur as a new Vanguard hero and the Alchemax Headquarters map. The update also includes gameplay balance adjustments and the start of the Marvel Rivals Ignite esports competition. PC players will benefit from storage optimizations for high-resolution textures.
NYC Levels Up: Thousands Gather at NYC Video Game Festival to Crown 2026 Minecraft Education Battle of the Boroughs and NYC Collegiate Esports Champions
The 2nd Annual NYC Video Game Festival celebrated New York City's growing gaming community with esports tournaments, indie game demos, and more. The event crowned champions for the Minecraft Education Battle of the Boroughs and the NYC Collegiate Esports Circuit in League of Legends and Valorant, with a $10,000 prize pool for collegiate finalists. The festival aims to engage students from kindergarten through college with opportunities in the digital games industry.
ShackStream: Road to 99 F-Zero 99 wins comes to its end
Asif is attempting to achieve his goal of winning 99 races in the Nintendo Switch title F-Zero 99. The stream marks the culmination of his effort to reach this milestone in the popular racing game.
Evening Esports and Competitions
A video game festival in NYC will host the 2026 Minecraft Education Battle of the Boroughs and crown champions for NYC Collegiate Esports. The event highlights competitive gaming and educational applications of Minecraft.
Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links Road to Worlds Campaign Begins Ahead of 2026 Championship
Konami has launched the Road to Worlds campaign in Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links, featuring separate Speed Duel and Rush Duel qualifiers for the upcoming 2026 Championship. The campaign offers login rewards, including the Crimson Dragon card and alternate art for Dark Magician and Dark Magician Girl, along with free Structure Decks and various in-game currency and items. New card boxes, "Eternal Genesis" for Rush Duel and "Red Supernova" for Speed Duel, are also available.
Crystal of Atlan adds new events, opens a new dungeon, and hypes its next class and first anniversary
Crystal of Atlan is celebrating its first anniversary with the addition of a new class, the Karmaslayer, and an upcoming collaboration event with NieR: Automata. The free-to-play action MMO will also feature in-game events, an esports tournament, and new content like the Krakya Island dungeon.
Black Desert picks Heidel Ball attendee names, begins mobile Martial God Tournament
Pearl Abyss is selecting attendees for the Black Desert Heidel Ball event in Southern California, with PC and console fans being notified via email. Meanwhile, Black Desert Mobile has launched its in-game Martial God Tournament, featuring 1v1 and 2v2 competitions and offering various rewards. The mobile version also received an update on its test server, allowing players to try transcendent versions of several classes.
GameSir officially launches the PC version of its G7 Pro controller, unlocking a ludicrous 8,000Hz polling rate for less…
GameSir has officially launched the PC version of its G7 Pro controller, featuring an 8,000Hz polling rate for enhanced responsiveness. This new model is available for $89.99 in the US and UK, positioning it as a more affordable alternative to the Razer Wolverine V3 Pro 8K. While the practical difference for most players is minimal, the higher polling rate offers peace of mind for competitive gamers and maximizes the potential of advanced thumbstick technology.
The Digital Fan’s Guide: How to Balance Productivity and Major Esports Tournaments
This 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.
