This week in esports saw Intel announce an Olympics tie-in event, TSM publicise its new facility, Call of Duty reveal new franchises, and LPL unveil its Nike jerseys. We also have a twice-weekly newsletter that informs you of every significant happening in the business and industry side of esports, feel free to subscribe here. Intel World […]
NRG Esports, Rogue, and Luminosity Gaming have secured what’s expected to be the final three franchises in the upcoming Call of Duty league. NRG Esports has acquired Chicago, London is owned by Rogue’s parent company ReKTGlobal, and Luminosity Gaming’s parent company Enthusiast Gaming has bought Seattle alongside Aquilini Investment Group. Photo credit: Call of Duty ReKTGlobal, […]
Mexican event organiser Pro Play Esports has launched with the aim of giving casual players a chance to compete for money and practice against other competitors. Pro Play Esports will host short tournament seasons every three months, regional leagues, and a ‘Grand Slam’ event that wraps up each season. Logo credit: Pro Play Esports The company’s regional […]
Esports talent agency Bad Moon Talent has officially launched, offering consultancy and management for professional players and broadcast talent. The agency will focus on Call of Duty, with several players from the competitive scene already signing up, but it aims to expand into other titles. Photo credit: Bad Moon Talent The agency was founded by Andrew Drake, CEO […]
Activision Blizzard has released details surrounding its upcoming Call of Duty franchise league. The developer has revealed rules and guidelines around roster construction and vageuly detailed the amateur scene. Photo credit: Call of Duty The next iteration of Call of Duty esports will utilise a 5 vs. 5 in-game format, something that was introduced last […]
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment has acquired a spot in the upcoming franchised Call of Duty league, securing a Los Angeles franchise. This isn’t the first Los Angeles franchise spot in the league to be sold by Activision Blizzard however, with Immortals Gaming Club already owning a spot in the exact same city. Photo credit: Call of […]
Misfits Gaming has announced it has acquired the Florida slot in the upcoming Call of Duty franchised league. The Miami-based esports organisation owns Florida Mayhem, a franchise in Activision Blizzard’s Overwatch League. Photo credit: Call of Duty In a release, Misfits Gaming explained the decision to join the league: “Our experience with the Overwatch League and […]
