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On December 4th 2024, the Opening stage at the Perfect World Shanghai Major came to an end as Wildcard bagged the final qualification spot. It was an intense game against the upcoming Ukrainian superstars, Passion UA, who delivered a stellar performance back in the RMR. Fans were entertained as the map went to three maps, with Wildcard winning their map pick, Inferno with a 13-6 scoreline, only for Passion UA to return the favor on Mirage with a 6-13 sweep of their own. The final map went into overtime, where Wildcard secured the match with a 16-13 victory. It was a memorable match for Wildcard, as Josh 'JBa' Barutt expressed in an HLTV interview.

In a recent statement, competitive gamer iM highlighted the imperative need for securing victories in tournaments, undeterred by the caliber of the opposition. This mentality underscores the team’s approach towards building momentum and enhancing their standing in the esports arena.

On November 13th, 2024, day one of the Americas RMR came to an end with some teams nearing elimination while others passed through with flying colors. One team stood out in particular, not because it’s insanely dominant, but because it’s very unpredictable: BOSS. BOSS is an org-less team, meaning that they are sponsored by no one and hence, its players aren’t paid active salaries - the only money they get is from winning.

On December 16th 2024, fans looked back as history was made on the final day of the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024. Despite small hiccups throughout the tournament, everything came back full circle. Similar to how they won their first title this year at IEM Katowice, defeating FaZe, they just won their fourth title by beating FaZe 2-1. The only difference was that instead of Dmitry "⁠sh1ro⁠" Sokolov backing up Danil "⁠donk⁠" Kryshkovets, it was Boris "⁠magixx⁠" Vorobiev.

On January 16th, 2025, NAVI secured a 2-0 victory over Imperial Fe on BLAST Bounty Day 3. This historic match marked the debut of an all-female team at a Tier 1 event, where Imperial Fe defied expectations by pushing the 2024 Team of the Year to their limits and displaying their immense potential on the global stage.

On January 7th, 2025, Natus Vincere officially announced their decision to exit the women’s CS scene, parting ways with their team, NAVI Javelins. In a statement published on their website, the organization cited challenges with the sustainability of the women’s CS business model, stating it “does not allow for long-term planning.”

Indian esports tournament organizer Skyesports has revised its plan for the 2025 CS2 circuit, scaling back its initial vision of three top-tier tournaments to just one while also cutting the prize pool for the event from $500,000 to $350,000. Valve granted Skyesports an exception, allowing them to adjust both the format and prize structure accordingly.

Discover the exceptional players and main highlights from the Esports World Cup 2025, including detailed insights into the performances that set the MVPs apart from their peers.

In an intriguing conversation with HLTV, NiKo, one of the most celebrated figures in the Counter-Strike community, shares his thoughts on kyousuke, an up-and-coming talent making waves for his flashy playstyle and remarkable shooting skills. This statement has sparked discussions and enthusiasm among fans and players alike.

On January 19th, 2025, G2 clinched a spot in the BLAST Bounty Season 1 Finals after a 2-1 victory over BIG. This victory presents a more promising look for G2, who struggled considerably in their previous match against B8. The veto process saw BIG remove Inferno and G2 ban Train. BIG chose Ancient as their map pick, while G2 opted for Mirage. Dust2 was left as the decider after BIG removed Anubis and G2 banned Nuke.

In a recent interview, Aleksib openly discussed the highs and lows following his team's debut with makazze at the Cologne event, highlighting a spike in overconfidence that may have clouded their true capabilities.

On February 4, 2025, Eternal Fire secured their place in Spodek after eliminating FaZe from IEM Katowice. The Turkish squad dominated FaZe on Anubis and fought a gruelling battle on Nuke, finally emerging victorious after an exhausting 47-round struggle.

The final lineup for the PGL Bucharest 2025 Europe Closed Qualifier is now confirmed, with 32 teams set to battle for a coveted spot at the main event in April. Eight teams secured their places through the open qualifiers, while 24 others received direct invites based on their rankings.

In an electrifying end to the first day of the StarSeries Fall event, Natus Vincere (NAVI) clinched a hard-fought victory against 9INE, scoring 2-1. This win sets a promising tone for NAVI as they advance in the tournament, showcasing their resilience and strategic prowess.

In a surprising turn of events, the competitive Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) scene takes a hit as prominent player jL decides to take an indefinite break from the sport. Citing a scarcity of conditions conducive to his continuation, jL's departure marks a significant moment in esports.