Category: gaming
Esports One launches its fantasy esports platform
Esports One is a startup betting that there’s a big opportunity in bringing a fantasy sports approach to the world of esports — particularly at a time when traditional pro sports are on pause. Co-founder and COO Sharon Winter told me that the company’s platform, which is leaving beta testing…
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The best games for PC
So how do you categorize a beast like gaming on the PC? With decades of titles to pluck from (and the first port of call for most indie titles, too), there's so much to choose from. Gaming on your PC adds the benefits of (nearly always flawless) back… Source
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‘Minecraft Dungeons’ is the reason ‘Minecraft’ has evil villagers
David Nisshagen squeals in delight as he directs his blocky character down a narrow, raised platform surrounded by violet flames. He’s just discovered a secret room in Minecraft Dungeons, and even though he’s the title’s executive producer, he doesn’… Source
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‘Valorant’ is just the start of a massive year for Riot Games
If you haven’t noticed, there’s a new first-person shooter taking the internet by storm. And no, I don’t mean Call of Duty: Warzone, although that’s also blown up in recent weeks. Instead, I’m talking about Valorant, the first title by Riot Games tha… Source
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ESPN will broadcast and stream ‘League of Legends’ spring playoffs
ESPN’s 12-hour esports marathon was just the start of its return to live competitive gaming. The broadcaster and Riot Games have reached a deal that will stream the League of Legends Championship Series Spring Split Playoffs live on ESPN2 or the ESPN… Source
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Exploring the slow-burning surrealism of ‘The Gateway Trilogy’
There’s something uniquely fascinating about a pitch-black room. Being blanketed in darkness is simultaneously terrifying and thrilling — a duality that’s been expertly exploited by Spirit Halloween stores and the haunted house industry. The reason… Source
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