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For purists, Yogg represents a reviled new wrinkle that’s been infecting Blizzard’s game design. Hearthstone’s classic set had nothing even slightly resembling the variance introduced by Yogg. Instead you had cards that were right in line with the mechanics of your average tabletop game. It wasn’t until recently that Team …

In the winter of 2012, Sren "Bjergsen" Bjerg made his professional debut at a League of Legends event as a member of the Copenhagen Wolves at DreamHack Winter. Although he only finished in a tie for third place, the Wolves losing to established European powerhouse Counter Logic Gaming in the …

Amid growing concerns over profitability and long-term viability and allegations of dysfunction at the highest levels, Riot Games’ esports department released an open letter to its fans Thursday promising changes for the future to ensure the future of League of Legends esports. Read more on The Rift Herald >>>

The news Monday that the Philadelphia 76ers had secured a controlling interest in both Team Dignitas and Apex Gaming represented a first for esports. The Sixers were far from the first traditional sports team to take the plunge into esports, but they were certainly the first major professional sports organization …

Many of the top players have borne witness to Leffen’s rise over the past few years, but only Armada has been there since the beginning.From their earliest meeting to Leffen’s ban to getting taken down for the very first time, Armada recalls his tumultous relationship with Leffen — and why …

There’s no doubt that Amer ‘Miracle-‘ Al-Barkawi is amongst the elite Dota 2 players in the competitive scene. In our documentary with the Jordanian prodigy, he reveals how his journey began and gives us a glimpse of life back at home, as well as his startling humility. Read more on …

By all accounts, BatStone was a resounding success. The independent tournament architected by former Hearthstone world champion James Firebat” Kostesich was founded on the principle that not all cards are valid in a competitive format. Read more on The Daily Dot >>>

Just about a week remains until 2016 Worlds begins, as 16 of the best League of Legends teams in the world square off for international acclaim and one giant trophy. Of those 16 times, six come from either the North American or European LCS, and those are the six teams …

A Cinderella story is a sight to behold in any competition, and Digital Chaos embodied that spirit at this year’s International. "To put it simply, it was surreal," said Shannon "SUNSfan" Scotten, founder and owner of Digital Chaos. "The players and I just felt numb about the whole experience." Read …

Another year, another International and another post-tournament roster shuffle – and OG’s one of the surprising teams to be shaking things up.Known for their stability and Major wins, OG didn’t quite hit the standards expected at this year’s International, but they’re not bowing out. Instead, the team has gone back …