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Opinion

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As X7 qualify for the EU Masters quarter finals, we look back on the moment they stunned reigning champions Karmine Corp in a 28-minute stomp

April 22, 2022E-SportsNewsUK

You are reading As X7 qualify for the EU Masters quarter finals, we look back on the moment they stunned reigning champions Karmine Corp in a 28-minute stomp by Esports News UK – If you enjoy this content check us out on https://twitter.com/Esports_News_UK You are reading As X7 qualify for the EU Masters quarter finals, we look back on the moment they stunned reigning champions Karmine Corp in a 28-minute stomp by Esports News UK – If you enjoy this content check us out on https://twitter.com/Esports_News_UK Continue reading As X7 qualify for the EU Masters quarter finals, we look back…

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Insomnia i68 esports roundup: All the Overwatch finals

April 19, 2022E-SportsNewsUK

Insomnia esports coverage powered by AGON by AOC Overwatch caster Jace takes a look back on the Overwatch esports finals at Insomnia 68 in Birmingham on the weekend. Hello there ENUK readers, Jace here. Insomnia’s return was greeted by three Overwatch finals, each featuring some of the most recognisable names currently still residing in the UK. For the BYOC event that was entirely played out over the Easter weekend event, there were even players such as Theomatic and Dannedd jetting in to play for their respective teams. Continue reading Insomnia i68 esports roundup: All the Overwatch finals

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IEM Katowice 2022: A show of dominance for FaZe Clan and international rosters – opinion

February 28, 2022E-SportsNewsUK

Image source: @ESLCS/Twitter IEM Katowice 2022 marks FaZe’s first Katowice win and first international LAN trophy in over two years in what was an incredibly unexpected series of events – and an astonishing team performance – in the face of numerous adversities. Owen Pearce shares his thoughts on the achievement, FaZe’s grand final victory over G2 and how it could inspire other international rosters on the CSGO stage. Continue reading IEM Katowice 2022: A show of dominance for FaZe Clan and international rosters – opinion

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Why orgs like Verdant give me hope for the future of UK League of Legends – opinion

February 21, 2022E-SportsNewsUK

Esports will always have its challenges and there will always be players that make mistakes. But it’s not always a reflection of the team they play for, it’s how we handle difficult situations that help the scene grow and flourish – especially in lower-tier leagues – argues ENUK editor Dom Sacco in this opinion piece There’s been a few instances of players being suspended/benched or booted from their teams in UK, Ireland and Nordics League of Legends recently. Continue reading Why orgs like Verdant give me hope for the future of UK League of Legends – opinion

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‘Janna Top strategy doesn’t need to be removed’ – we speak to the UK LoL content creator who helped popularise Janna Top on the chaos he’s caused, as Medic & Caedrel express their shock to see it in pro play

February 4, 2022E-SportsNewsUK

Janna Top with Smite – an unconvential pick in League of Legends is causing havoc in solo queue and has the whole community talking about it right now. But why is this happening? And what does the UK content creator who helped popularise it, HappyChimeNoises, think of all the chaos? Esports News UK spoke to him to find out. What is Janna Top? How to play it and why it works First of all, why Janna is being picked in the top-lane instead of her conventional support role, and how it’s working so well. Continue reading ‘Janna Top strategy doesn’t…

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‘Janna Top strategy doesn’t need to be removed’ – we speak to the UK LoL content creator who helped popularise Janna Top on the chaos he’s caused, how it can be countered and the changes Riot should make instead

February 4, 2022E-SportsNewsUK

Janna Top with Smite – an unconvential pick in League of Legends is causing havoc in solo queue and has the whole community talking about it right now. But why is this happening? And what does the UK content creator who helped popularise it, HappyChimeNoises, think of all the chaos? Esports News UK spoke to him to find out. What is Janna Top? How to play it and why it works First of all, why Janna is being picked in the top-lane instead of her conventional support role, and how it’s working so well. Continue reading ‘Janna Top strategy doesn’t…

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Opinion: Is Microsoft’s shock $68bn buyout of Activision Blizzard good news for esports and gamers, or a match made in hell?

January 18, 2022E-SportsNewsUK

Microsoft’s $68.7bn acquisition of Activision Blizzard announced today can offer a fresh start for the beleaguered publisher, as well as fans of its games and esports, though there is still frustration that Bobby Kotick is retaining his job and a long road ahead to regaining trust with gamers. Esports News UK editor Dom Sacco shares his thoughts on what the deal might mean for the industry and esports in the future. Continue reading Opinion: Is Microsoft’s shock $68bn buyout of Activision Blizzard good news for esports and gamers, or a match made in hell?

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We’ve had women’s esports tournaments for years – so why has the debate around ESL’s new CSGO Women’s Circuit been so heated? Opinion and community reaction to comments from Semmler and Thorin

December 27, 2021E-SportsNewsUK

About a week ago, ESL announced a new CSGO Women’s Circuit complete with a $500,000 prize pool, as well as a #GGForAll program aiming to “establish an inclusive gaming community free of discrimination, verbal abuse an bullying”. Now the dust is starting to settle, Esports News UK editor Dom Sacco shares his thoughts on the community reaction to some controversial tweets from CSGO personalities Semmler and Thorin, which sparked a debate on esports diversity and the effectiveness of women’s tournaments. Continue reading We’ve had women’s esports tournaments for years – so why has the debate around ESL’s new CSGO Women’s…

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Could Benjyfishy have been a pro LoL or CSGO player? Benjyfishy and MrSavage book reviews – essential reading for Fortnite fans, aspiring players and their parents

December 23, 2021E-SportsNewsUK

Benjyfishy and MrSavage are two of the most popular Fortnite pro players, with a ton of experience and success in the game. But the rise to pro gamer is not an easy one – as discovered by the player’s respective parents Anne Fish and Johnny Troset Andersen. The pair have just released a new Fortnite esports guide for players and parents, and Anne has also published a book all about Benjy’s journey in esports specifically. Dom Sacco drops from the battle bus into these two books and shares his opinion in this review. Continue reading Could Benjyfishy have been a…

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Barcelona enter Spanish League of Legends: Can the Superliga overtake the French LFL as the top European Regional League? Fnatic Rising have also left the UK/Nordics NLC to join the Spanish league, and Ibai and Gerard Pique have bought in too

November 10, 2021E-SportsNewsUK

Image credit: LVP Flickr / Hara Amorós Esports News UK editor Dom Sacco breaks down the recent news and rumours involving the Spanish League of Legends Superliga, which is hotting up for 2022. We also get the views of British pro players Kasing and Deadly, both of whom have played in the UK and Spanish leagues. Viva España. I wrote a piece back in 2017 when the Superliga was king of LoL’s European leagues: Why is Spanish League of Legends so popular and what can the UK learn from it? Continue reading Barcelona enter Spanish League of Legends: Can the…

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xMatty currently in talks with other teams – is he the next UK League of Legends player set for the LEC?

November 4, 2021E-SportsNewsUK

Silly season is well and truly underway, with many rumours of pro League of Legends players set to switch teams ahead of 2022, as organisations look to make changes and bolster their rosters. While the likes of Perkz, Alphari and Bwipo have been taking the headlines, one man who’s flying a little under the radar could offer LEC or LCS teams a solid alternative option: UK ADC player Matthew ‘xMatty’ Coombs, who’s had some serious success this year with France’s Karmine Corp. Continue reading xMatty currently in talks with other teams – is he the next UK League of Legends…

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Fnatic crash out of Worlds 2021 group stage, but there are positive signs for the future – opinion

October 17, 2021E-SportsNewsUK

It was heartbreak for Fnatic fans again today after their League of Legends team exited the Worlds 2021 group stage, but if they can their ability to adapt to change, upcoming rookies and aggressive playstyle gives hope for the future – if they can manage internal issues effectively – writes ENUK editor Dom Sacco in this opinion piece. “Unforeseen circumstances and unforeseen results,” reads the tweet from Fnatic after exiting Worlds 2021 just now. Continue reading Fnatic crash out of Worlds 2021 group stage, but there are positive signs for the future – opinion

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Making sense of the Twitch hack one week on: What effect will the leak have on viewers, streamers and Twitch in the future? UK streamers also respond to earnings leak

October 13, 2021E-SportsNewsUK

It’s been a week since Twitch was hacked, with its source code, internal plans and top streamer revenues leaked to the world. But how will this change the culture around Amazon’s livestreaming service, and how streamers and viewers think about Twitch? Esports News UK Dom Sacco ponders in this analysis piece. With a company the size of Twitch, it’s naturally going to get scrutinised and criticised, but I don’t think anything could have prepared it for the enormity of this hack. Continue reading Making sense of the Twitch hack one week on: What effect will the leak have on viewers,…

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Worlds 2021 group draw concludes: Which groups are the EU LEC teams in and what chance do Mad Lions, Fnatic and Rogue have of reaching playoffs?

September 22, 2021E-SportsNewsUK

The League of Legends World Championship (Worlds) 2021 group draw has been completed and the four groups have been confirmed. Jankos, the jungler for G2, who failed to qualify for Worlds this time around, today drew the groups for the tournament which takes place in Iceland in October 2021. Teams have of course been making preparations for the competition, with the likes of Cloud9 contracting Icelandic esports org Dusty as an exclusive 2021 Worlds partner to help them train ahead of the tournament. Continue reading Worlds 2021 group draw concludes: Which groups are the EU LEC teams in and what…

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Pentakill 3 Lost Chapter album and live concert review: Kayle vocalist Noora Louhimo steals the show

September 21, 2021E-SportsNewsUK

League of Legends’ virtual rock band Pentakill return with a third album, Lost Chapter, and an ambitious live concert. Esports News UK editor Dom Sacco reviews the highs and lows of both, with Kayle and her IRL vocalist Noora Louhimo arguably the star of the show When Kayle’s original Pentakill skin was launched a few years ago, it earned the nickname Pentakayle by some in the community. The top-lane late-game monster joined the Pentakill virtual band line-up as a vocalist, joining the likes of bassist Yorick, lead vocalist Karthas, synth player Sona, drummer Olaf and guitarist Mordekaiser. Continue reading Pentakill 3…

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