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MSI 2018: 10 Group Stage Games to Remember

May 17, 2018

Just when I thought I was out, Team Liquid pulled me back in. I was ready to write off the 2018 NA LCS Spring Split champs after two days of uninspired, lethargic play that made observers question North Amer... More

NA LCS Spring Finals: Franchising Wins

Miles Yim

April 30, 2018

The first thing you notice about The Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater is its name. Before setting eyes on its Art Deco marquee, entering the gorgeous double-decker foyer, or settling into red ... More

Bronze Press, Diamond Aspirations: A Story of First-time Coverage

Captain Marvelous

April 16, 2018

“Dress for the job you want.” The NA LCS Spring Final was my first time covering an esports event. It also happened to be my debut as a press journalist. As you can imagine, I was a mess of nerves. I thought t... More

NA LCS Spring Finals: Dardoch Brings the House Down

Miles Yim

April 8, 2018

The Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater practically bleeds history. Its dark red seats exude a Golden Age grandeur appropriate for a venue that’s been around since 1957. Luminaries like Dick Clar... More

LCS Spring Finals Miami

Christina Pollock

April 7, 2018

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This Week in Dota 2, April 1-7

Chelsea Jack

April 7, 2018

Dota 2 Asia Championships 2018 Results On April 7th, Mineski took first place at the Dota 2 Asia Championships 2018 (DAC), a Major on the Dota 2 Pro Circuit (DPC). Mineski performed well in the group s... More

Clutch Gaming’s Febiven on beating Team SoloMid: “We showed up today, and they had no chance”

Miles Yim

March 28, 2018

After their stunning quarterfinal upset over Team SoloMid, I spoke with Clutch Gaming’s mid laner Fabian "Febiven" Diepstraten about Swain, Thresh, and the failings of TSM’s bot lane. Miles Yim: Febiven, yo... More

Golden Guardians’ Deftly: “No one gave up on each other”

Miles Yim

March 20, 2018

After ending their season as it began—a loss to Clutch Gaming—I caught up with Golden Guardians’ rookie AD carry Matthew "Deftly" Chen. We spoke about weathering a rough season, points of improvement, and offse... More

Cloud9’s Reapered: “We are pretty bad at some creative things”

Miles Yim

March 19, 2018

After their first loss of the weekend to Team Liquid, I spoke to Cloud9’s Head Coach Bok "Reapered" Han-gyu about the recent dip in performance, transition in the top lane, and Dark Elementalist Lux cosplay. ... More

How Roadhog factors into Overwatch League matches

Damian Alonzo

March 19, 2018

The post-Mercy meta has treated many teams well in stage two of Overwatch League. Risky plays aren't getting erased by Valkyrie anymore, and Lucio has found his way back into the meta along with Moira, the game... More