North American Apex Legends esports final postponed due to hacking claims
The North American esports final of online shooter Apex Legends has been postponed due to claims of hacking. Players shared clips showing cheat modes being activated mid-match, compromising the competitive integrity of the contest. Cheats such as ‘wallhack’ and ‘aimbot’ were used, revealing the location of other players and automatically targeting opponents, respectively. Concerns have been raised about the security of players’ machines, but the makers of Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) stated that they are confident there is no remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability within EAC being exploited.
Spacestation Gaming Signs Former London Spitfire Team, We Spit Fire, for Competitive Overwatch
Spacestation Gaming makes a significant move in competitive Overwatch by signing the former London Spitfire team, We Spit Fire. This strategic acquisition marks their entry into the European OWCS division, showcasing their commitment to fostering top-tier talent and competing at the highest level.
Top Ten Highest-Paying E-Sports Games Revealed
A recent study has revealed the top ten highest-paying e-sports games of all time, with Dota 2 claiming the top spot with a massive overall prize pool of around £214,124,431. The game has sparked 59 e-sports events that involved more than 3,790 players, making it the highest-paying esports tournament in the world. Fortnite takes second place with around £74,682,559 in winnings, followed by PUBG Battlegrounds with a total prize pool of £63,703,610. The difference between first and tenth place is a massive gulf of over £200,000,000, highlighting how varied the winnings can be in the e-sports industry.
Call of Duty Legends File Lawsuit Against Activision Over Monopolistic Control
Call of Duty legends Scump and H3CZ file lawsuit against Activision, alleging monopoly over esports scene and anticompetitive behavior. Teams seek up to $680 million in damages, citing restrictions on sponsor contracts and participation in other tournaments. Lawsuit also claims ongoing restrictions on retired player Scump.
A Beginner’s Guide to Counter-Strike 2 Betting in 2024
A Comprehensive Beginner’s Overview to Counter-Strike 2 Betting in 2024 Counter-Strike 2 (formerly known as CS: GO) has evolved into one of the most popular first-person shooter games globally, attracting both punters and professional eSports players. With the rising popularity…