PARIVISION has parted ways with head coach Filipe Astini just before DreamLeague Season 27, seeking a fresh coaching direction for the new season. Astini, known for his tenure at FURIA Esports and Cloud9, is open to new roles, including remote coaching or analysis positions.

GH rejoins Nigma Galaxy's active roster after a two-month hiatus, just in time for DreamLeague Season 27 starting December 10. The team aims to reverse their recent performance slump with GH's return and the addition of TA2000 on loan.

Team Yandex triumphed over OG Esports 2-1, advancing to the BLAST Slam V Dota 2 semifinals. They will face Team Falcons on the path to the grand final on December 7.

The First Descendant's early 2026 roadmap focuses on stabilizing and enhancing core gameplay rather than releasing substantial new content. Key updates include a February beta for the endgame Onslaught mode and a January update for gold farming, with a new character and operation expected later in the year.

Ilya 'Yatoro' Mulyarchuk is Ukraine's top-earning esports player, amassing nearly $5.93 million in prize money primarily from Dota 2 tournaments with Team Spirit since 2020. His achievements include winning The International in 2021 and 2023, as well as the 2025 Esports World Cup, solidifying his status in the competitive gaming arena.

Nigma Galaxy is revamping its Dota 2 roster by parting ways with Tobias "Tobi" Buchner after a lackluster performance post-TI 2025. The team plans to unveil a new support player ahead of DreamLeague Season 27.

Dota 2's evolving hero designs have reshaped gameplay, notably with heroes like Marci and Pangolier enhancing strategy and diversity since 2014. Valve hints at future innovations, promising more dynamic features and continued influence on the competitive scene.

Esports tournaments demand rapid adaptability to patch updates, affecting game strategies and hero choices. These events now rival traditional sports in complexity, requiring in-depth analysis for fans and analysts.

MOUZ are poised to dominate Parivision in Stage 3 of the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025, with other top teams like Vitality, G2, and FURIA expected to triumph in their opening matches. Despite potential for upsets, especially with Spirit and Liquid's recent changes, the narrative favors established teams leveraging their depth and form.

Team Liquid is gearing up for the World Cup 2026, focusing on Partner Teams and bootcamps for improved performance, after finishing 7th at the 2025 OWCS World Finals in Stockholm. Liquid’s rigorous practice routine and strong team communication have been pivotal, as zeruhh, inspired by family support, aims for greater success in the upcoming Overwatch World Cup.

Team Falcons lead the DreamLeague Season 27 odds with a 25% chance of victory, boasting TI14 champions and a formidable roster. The season spans December 10-21, 2025, featuring 24 teams and a $1 million prize pool.

Riot is set to overhaul game items for Season 1, 2026, introducing nine new and two returning classics, aiming to redefine roles and late-game options. The changes, which include systems like role quests and ranked tweaks, are expected to reduce player frustration with autofill and enhance gameplay diversity.

Natus Vincere and Team Yandex complete the six-team playoff lineup for the Chengdu event, as all four Chinese squads fail to advance. Team Falcons and Tundra Esports lead the charge with a 10-1 record, while the playoffs in Chengdu will determine entrants for BLAST Slam VI in Malta.

Dota 2 remains the top-earning esports title with $1.68 billion in prize money despite shrinking pools, as The International 2025 saw a dramatic drop to $2.1 million. Meanwhile, PUBG Mobile gains traction, surpassing its PC counterpart in earnings, indicating a shift in platform preference.

OG, NaVi, MOUZ, and Team Yandex advance to the BLAST Slam V playoffs after a competitive play-in round. The playoffs, set for December 5-7 in Chengdu, will feature a $300,000 prize for the winner.

Esports Charts reveals the esports industry has distributed over $1.684 billion in prize money since 2011, with Dota 2 leading at $377.4 million. CS:GO has the most prize-winning players, while China tops total player earnings.

OG will face Team Yandex, and Na’Vi will battle MOUZ in the BLAST Slam V Playoffs starting December 5 in Chengdu, China. OG notably overcame HEROIC, while Team Yandex and MOUZ made surprising advances.

Nine teams, including M80 and G2 Esports, have secured spots for Six Invitational 2026 through global points. Regional competitions starting December 4 will determine the remaining qualifiers.

Dota 2 dominates the esports scene as the most profitable game, boasting $377.4 million in prize money from 62,000 tournaments. China and the U.S. lead in total esports earnings, with top players like Johan “n0tail” Sudstein cashing in significantly.