Over the past few years, the world of esports has experienced unprecedented growth and garnered an immense following. This thriving industry has captured the hearts of millions of devoted fans around the globe, resulting in a remarkable surge in revenue that reaches billions of dollars.
Get ready for a complete rundown of the world of esports in this comprehensive overview of esports news. We’ll be diving into everything you need to know from the third week of September 2023. Get exciting updates on esports that will keep you well-informed and up-to-date!
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- CS2 launch date possibly confirmed by Valve for September 27
- TSM trades LCS spot to Shopify Rebellion in a $10 million deal
- Valve will end the Dota Pro Circuit, Dota 2’s top-tier tournament structure, after The International 2023
- Unity promises to change its runtime fee policy after widespread backlash
- ESL One Kuala Lumpur 2023 is scheduled for December
- Over 300,000 viewers tuned in for the World Series of Warzone 2023 Global Finals
- Rocket League Esports unveils its RLCS off-season plan
CS2 launch date possibly confirmed by Valve for September 27
After much anticipation, Counter-Strike fans may finally have a date to mark on their calendars. There are rumors circulating that the highly awaited official launch of Counter-Strike 2 might take place on Wednesday, September 27th. This news is sure to excite the millions of gamers who have been eagerly awaiting its release.
TSM trades LCS spot to Shopify Rebellion in a $10 million deal
Shopify Rebellion recently made a significant announcement on September 20. They disclosed their acquisition of an LCS slot from TSM, indicating their intention to enter the league in 2024. This move reportedly involved a substantial investment of around $10 million by the organization.
Valve will end the Dota Pro Circuit, Dota 2’s top-tier tournament structure, after The International 2023
Valve, the renowned game developer, recently made an announcement regarding the discontinuation of the Dota Pro Circuit. This tournament structure serves as the highest level of competition for Dota 2. The decision will take effect after The International 2023, marking a significant change in the competitive landscape of the game.
Valve acknowledged in their announcement that the league had exerted significant control over the events calendar, leading to adverse effects on the ecosystem. This stranglehold has limited innovation and excitement within the industry.
Unity promises to change its runtime fee policy after widespread backlash
Unity, the company known for its widely-used game engine, recently made an announcement on September 12th. They revealed their plan to introduce a Runtime Fee for developers who create games using the Unity engine. This fee will be charged each time a game utilizing the Unity engine is downloaded by users.
The game development community expressed overwhelming opposition to the proposed start date of January 2024. This was primarily because of the anticipated changes that could potentially lead to significant financial liabilities for Unity.
The magnitude of these liabilities would vary depending on the size and level of success achieved by each project, with some developers fearing they could owe thousands, if not millions, of dollars.
ESL One Kuala Lumpur 2023 is scheduled for December
ESL, a prominent eSports tournament organizer, has exciting plans for the upcoming ESL One Kuala Lumpur 2023 event. This event will showcase the popular game Dota 2 and will be held in Malaysia in December.
With a staggering prize pool of $1 million (£863,000), this tournament is expected to attract top-tier teams and competitive players from around the world. The playoffs for this prestigious event will take place at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), adding to the grandeur and significance of this eSports extravaganza.
Over 300,000 viewers tuned in for the World Series of Warzone 2023 Global Finals
The World Series of Warzone 2023 Global Finals has gained significant popularity in the gaming community. It has become the second most popular event in Call of Duty: Warzone, attracting a peak viewership of 382,483 viewers.
Based on data from Esports Charts, the final event of the season took place at London’s Copper Box Arena and attracted an average viewership of approximately 245,000 people during its five-hour broadcast. This information highlights the significant interest and engagement surrounding esports events.
Rocket League Esports unveils its RLCS off-season plan
Psyonix, the game developer behind Rocket League, has recently revealed the anticipated schedule for the RLCS off-season. This exciting period will see the return of the Collegiate Rocket League as well as more than 10 other community-organized tournaments taking place in all major RLCS regions. Fans and players can look forward to a jam-packed off-season.
