Saudi Investment Group Acquires EVO, Announces Expansion to Five More Countries
A Saudi-backed investment group has fully acquired the premier fighting game tournament EVO, unveiling plans to expand the competition across five new countries.
Esports & Competitive Play
This section covers tournament results, world championship milestones, and notable match strategies, with a focus on achievements by Thai players and teams. It also features reporting on esports industry developments, organizational partnerships, competitive integrity issues, and related gaming cult
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Thai Esports Heroes Secure 2 Gold and 1 Silver Medals at the SEA Games
Thai esports athletes delivered an outstanding performance at the 33rd SEA Games, securing two gold medals and one silver medal across competitive titles.
12-Year-Old Japanese Fortnite Prodigy Tarou Skips Middle School to Go Pro Full-Time
A 12-year-old Japanese Fortnite prodigy named Tarou has decided to skip middle school to pursue a full-time career as an esports pro player and YouTuber.
Silence Suzuka Voice Actor Marika Kouno Apologizes to Pokémon Fans After Sharing Her Favorite Stall Team
Voice actor Marika Kouno shared her favorite Pokémon lineup on social media, playfully apologizing after fans noticed her roster was a notorious stall team.
Chun-Li Swimsuit Skin Banned at Government-Backed Japanese Tournament
Tokyo eSports Festa has banned revealing skins like Chun-Li's swimsuit in Street Fighter 6 to keep the event family-friendly for young attendees.
Never Too Old for Esports: Meet Care Esports Cup, the Tekken Tournament for Seniors
Japan's Care Esports Cup brings competitive gaming like Tekken 8 to seniors to promote health, reduce isolation, and keep minds sharp.
MSI 2026 Thailand Viewing Party Set for July 12 at Major Cineplex Ratchayothin
Fans can watch the League of Legends MSI 2026 Finals live at the Thailand Viewing Party hosted at Major Cineplex Ratchayothin on July 12.
Young Ladies Don't Play Fighting Games Praised as Anime of the Year by FGC and Justin Wong
The fighting game community and pro player Justin Wong have praised Young Ladies Don't Play Fighting Games as their standout anime of the season.
Takara Tomy Hosts BEYBLADE X Corporate Tournament Featuring BANDAI, SEGA, and Major Companies
Takara Tomy has organized a BEYBLADE X corporate tournament featuring teams from major Japanese companies like Bandai, Sega, Bushiroad, and Toei Animation.
EWC Auctions Chess Set Used and Signed by Faker and Chovy for Charity
The Esports World Cup is auctioning a promo chess set used and signed by LoL stars Faker and Chovy, with proceeds going to charity and their teams.
Faker Appointed as Honorary Police Officer and Cyber Gambling Prevention Ambassador in South Korea
League of Legends icon Faker has been named an honorary police officer and anti-cyber gambling ambassador by the South Korean National Police Agency.
South Korean Prime Minister Meets LoL Legend Faker to Discuss Elevating Esports
South Korean Prime Minister Kim Min-seok hosted LoL icon Faker to discuss the future of esports, player challenges, and bridging generational gaps.