Competitive gaming
How 'Overwatch' Lost, Then Found Again, the Things That Made It Special
As its sequel comes into focus, Blizzard finally figures out what it wants 'Overwatch' to be.
Why 'Fortnite' and 'Apex Legends' Top Players Keep Colluding
Opponents caught two top tier players teaming-up to avoid losing rank, but sports history shows this problem is hard to solve.
An Insider Look into the World of Competitive Bullet Hells
What the under-appreciated art of the shoot 'em-up says about competitive culture and what makes an esport.
Learning The Bizarre Digital Body Language of 'Botolo'
Competitive video games are often so complex that they can lose a bit of the human drama of performance. 'Botolo' represents another way.
These students received college scholarships to play video games
UC Irvine became the first public university to grant scholarships for eSports this fall.
How Some Guys From Calgary Started Canada’s Biggest Fighting eSports Tournament
Canada Cup begins Friday in Toronto.
Smashing It, Small Time: Inside a Local Competitive Video Gaming Scene
Smash Down South is one of many Super Smash Bros. Melee communities keeping a 15-year-old game alive. We went to check it out.
The Rise and Fall of Competitive ‘Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare’
As 'Modern Warfare Remastered' approaches, we look back on how the game's original release both benefitted eSports but failed to capitalise on its boom.
The 'Sensible Soccer' World Cup Is an eSport Event Like No Other
No big stadiums and lavish cash prizes here. These devoted fans use their love of a retro classic and a desire to connect with others as a way of kindling their passions.
The 'Sensible Soccer' World Cup Is an eSport Event Like No Other
No big stadiums and lavish cash prizes here. These devoted fans use their love of a retro classic and a desire to connect with others as a way of kindling their passions.
‘Mario Kart 8’ Is an Amazing eSport, if Only eSports Would Take It Seriously
It's accessible, sure, "casual" even—but played at the top level Nintendo's racer is much more than a goofy game of luck.
‘Mario Kart 8’ Is an Amazing eSport, if Only eSports Would Take It Seriously
It's accessible, sure, "casual" even—but played at the top level Nintendo's racer is much more than a goofy game of luck.