Garena unveils the Summer Festival 2026 for Call of Duty: Mobile, focusing on esports with key events in Manila, including the Garena Elite Philippines 2026 finals. The festival, running through May, features a $40,000 prize pool and interactive activities, with pre-registration for free attendance opening mid-April.

Bungie's March patch 1.0.5.2 for Marathon addresses crucial issues like the Thief Runner Shell's slide-cancel trick to improve gameplay balance. The update also enhances stability by fixing exploits, refining UI/UX, and introducing environmental mechanics to encourage strategic play.

Activision faces backlash as fans criticize the Half Baked Tracer Pack for Black Ops 7, citing its comedic, stoner-themed content as undermining the game's gritty image. The pack's release coincides with debates on crossover skins and Dave Chappelle's involvement, intensifying scrutiny on social media.

FaZe Vegas clinched the Major II title, dethroning OpTic Texas, through a strategic focus on SnD, achieving a 59% win rate. Key players, led by Simp, executed mid-season adjustments to drive their success.

Players with the BlackCell Battle Pass gain immediate access to Page 3, featuring the sought-after Saku weapon blueprint for the new MK35 ISR rifle. This update includes new maps, weapons, and game modes, enhancing Black Ops 7 and Warzone Season 3 with strategic gameplay options.

The Call of Duty League's Major 2 in Birmingham saw over 3 million Hours Watched, despite a 16.5% drop in average viewers from Major 1. FaZe Vegas won over OpTic Texas, with the grand final peaking at 264,000 live viewers.

Razer, in collaboration with NiKo, unveils four new products designed to enhance Counter-Strike 2 gameplay, including the DeathAdder V4 Pro mouse and Huntsman V3 Pro TKL keyboard. These devices promise improved performance with features like 8000 Hz hyperpolling and tailored settings for pro-level play, though achieving NiKo's skill level remains a challenge.

FaZe Vegas claimed a 4-1 victory over OpTic Texas at CDL Major 2 in DreamHack Birmingham, ending a year-long championship drought and earning $150,000 and 100 CDL points. The win underscores FaZe's resilience after being pushed into the lower bracket by the same team, with implications for upcoming CDL events.

Marvel Rivals tightens the noose on mouse macro users with a new enforcement policy combining automated scanners and manual reviews to detect and punish cheaters, preserving competitive integrity. NetEase insists that these cheats disrupt balance and threatens bans to maintain fair play, signaling a necessary shift towards stricter, deterrent-focused measures to keep the gaming community engaged.

Call of Duty: Mobile Major Spring 2026 kicks off in Shanghai with a hybrid format from March to May, offering a 2.2 million yuan prize pool. Tencent Games and TiMi Studio lead this global esports event.

Bungie's Marathon is committing to an ongoing, iterative approach for game improvements rather than a single massive update, emphasizing long-term support and evolving content. The game, debuting on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, has seen favorable reviews and plans a competitive push with new esports events, while balancing endgame content to avoid player conflicts.

With both 99DIVINE and Please Not Hero Ban (PNHB) vying for top-4 playoff slots, their upcoming match is crucial, as 99DIVINE stands at 2-1 and PNHB at 3-1. Liquipedia serves as the primary source for match results, supported by credible evidence when necessary.

The Paris La Défense Arena will host the Call of Duty League Major IV Tournament from June 26-28, 2026, marking one of Europe's largest esports events. Attendees can enjoy a fan zone, exclusive merchandise, and meet pro players.

Drazah propelled FaZe Vegas to victory at CDL Major II 2026, solidifying his dominance in competitive Call of Duty and reaffirming his role as OpTic's nemesis. His performance, alongside MVP Jovan "04" Rodriguez, highlights a strategic focus on European events.

Garena has launched the 2026 CODM esports roadmap for the MSP region, featuring a structured pathway from grassroots to the world championship. Key events include the Garena Masters and a new World Championship Point System, aimed at promoting stability and fan engagement.

Call of Duty's design director, Matt Scronce, firmly denies the existence of skill-based damage adjustments in games like Black Ops 7. Despite fan theories and a 2024 Sony patent sparking debate, Scronce clarifies that any perceived damage discrepancies are likely due to ping or netcode issues.

Garena unveils the Summer Invitational 2026, gathering Southeast Asian and Greater China teams in Manila for a live final on May 24 with a $60,000 prize pool. The event, featuring interactive activities and a $40,000 local LAN prize, promises to engage players, with pre-registration starting mid-April.

Despite player rumors, Black Ops 7's director confirms that skill-based damage isn't in use, ensuring consistent weapon damage across all skill levels. Activision, facing weak Steam reviews, aims to rebuild trust through content improvements, emphasizing the importance of addressing player perceptions and maintaining transparency.

Marvel's Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 kicks off with a unique two-episode premiere in the Americas on March 31, 2026, and globally on April 1. Following this, episodes will release weekly on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.