Things appeared to be going well for Kang-jae “envy” Lee and his Los Angeles Valiant teammates, until they weren’t. A shock contract termination prior to Stage 3 of the inaugural season sa…
Overwatch
Despite the level of competition in the team-based first-person shooter market, Overwatch found a way to stand out with its memorable heroes, detailed backstories and easy to play, but difficult to master gameplay. Two teams of heroes use an array of abilities to score kills, capture points and complete objectives.
Backed by Activision Blizzard, a video game developer with not only plenty of experience but plenty of cash too, the company is working hard to ensure that its game, well-suited for esports, is a hit. Blizzard hopes to create the first mainstream esport. The Overwatch League, arguably the best produced competition that esports has seen yet, got off to a good start and promises great things for the future of the competitive scene.
Blizzard’s hit title is available to purchase here. Or, if you’re already know your Gladiators from your Valiant, get stuck in to some quality Overwatch esports news, opinions, videos and more below:
Atlanta Reign are hiring a chef… And the ad reveals the organisation’s future direction
The Atlanta Reign could be cooking up something Korean for the future, if the Overwatch League organisation’s latest job opening is anything to go by. A recent listing on the Esports Jobs website reve…
Rumours: Toronto Defiant roster reveal set for Saturday
Toronto’s debuting Overwatch League team has unveiled its branding and nickname, confirming that the team will play as the Toronto Defiant during the 2019 season. Showcased at a reveal event on Wednes…
Blizzard announces Overwatch Watchpoint as part of Overwatch League-Twitter deal
The Overwatch League has agreed a multi-year partner with Twitter, which will see more exciting Overwatch League content aired on the social media platform. Part of the deal will see Twitter become th…
Toronto to get Overwatch League franchise in Season Two
Canada will get its first Overwatch League team in Season Two sources close to the league have revealed, as Blizzard’s flagship league expands following a successful first season. According to Over.gg…
Seagull to miss Overwatch League All-Star Game
Brandon “Seagull” Larned, former star of the Overwatch League, has stated that he is unlikely to feature in the upcoming Overwatch All-Star game. Seagull announced that he is retiring from the profess…
Bdosin doubles down on Philadelphia Fusion trash talk
Choi “Bdosin” Seung-tae is unrelenting in his criticism of Philadelphia Fusion following London Spitfire’s easy victory in the Overwatch League Grand Finals. Bdosin used his time in the post-final pre…
Overwatch League All-Star skins: View the Atlantic/Pacific skins for next month’s All-Star game
Blizzard has announced two new Overwatch League All-Star skins. The organiser revealed the region-themed skins during half-time of the Overwatch League Grand Finals this weekend. As London Spitfire s…
London Spitfire overcome Philadelphia Fusion to be crowned Overwatch League champions
The Overwatch League has its first champion after London Spitfire swept aside Philadelphia Fusion to lift the Overwatch League trophy. Philadelphia Fusion earned their place in the Grand Finals with a…
DJ Khaled to perform at Overwatch League Grand Finals
Hip hop musician DJ Khaled will perform at this weekend’s Overwatch League Grand Finals. The Major Key star will take to the stage to perform a set prior to Saturday’s matches. The first match of Satu…