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2K Announces Evolve Proving Grounds Tournament, $60,000 Grand Prize

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2K and Turtle Rock Studios team up with ESL to host the Evolve Proving Grounds where top Evolve players can win prizes and show their hunting skills.

Evolve has been an esports powerhouse since release creating an audience on the circuit almost instantly. The multiplayer focused title was simply an esport fans dream title and 2K Gaming was quick to capitalize on all esport buzz around Evolve, kicking off the hugely successful ESL Go4Evolve Cups and ladder system. Now they’re back with an all new tournament called the Evolve Proving Grounds that will truly put hunters and monsters skills to the test.

The Evolve Proving Grounds tournament will go from April 26th-May 31st and is open to anyone with an Xbox Live Gold membership and ESL account. Tournament participants will be divided into two regions, North America (Canada Mexico, US) and Europe (Any country that doesn’t fall into the North America region) with four qualifiers for each region. Each qualifying round has slots for 128 five player teams to battle it out. Teams who come out during the four qualifying rounds will win a trip to their region’s semifinals. You can see the full schedule below:

  • 26th April: 14:00 CET – EU qualifiers | 22:00 CET – NA qualifiers
  • 3rd May: 14:00 CET – EU qualifiers | 22:00 CET – NA qualifiers
  • 6th May: 14:00 CET – EU qualifiers | 22:00 CET – NA qualifiers
  • 10th May: 14:00 CET – EU qualifiers | 22:00 CET – NA qualifiers
  • 24th May: EU semifinals at the ESL studio in Cologne, Germany
  • 31st May: NA semifinals at the ESL studio in Burbank, California
  • The week of 15th June: Global Finale in Los Angeles

The prizes for the Evolve Proving Grounds qualifiers unsurprisingly are small with $100 to the first place team and $50 going to second place. The semifinals held in Cologne and Burbank is where 2K steps up the prize pool with $2,5oo and an invite to the global final for first and second place teams. Finalists will also have their travel and accommodations covered by 2K for the Global Finale in Los Angeles.

All of us will then be able to watch the top two teams from both regions fight for the title and the grand prize on Twitch. The Evolve Proving Grounds will have a $100,00 prize pool, that alone should get the attention of the top players on the circuit. The pool breaks down like this: First place teams will land themselves a grand prize of $62,500, second place: $20,000, third place: $12,500, fourth place: $5,000.

It may not be the million dollar grand prize up for grabs in the Call of Duty Championships but this a big start for the Evolve competitive market. So gather your team and test your skills in the Evolve Proving Grounds. You can find all the information on the tournament here.

Just like most other people are here, Ryan is very passionate about gaming and technology. When he's not writing about video games, you'll likely find him talking about the latest gadgets.

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Helldivers 2 Players Face Overwhelming Hordes of Factory Striders

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In the ongoing conflict against the Automaton invasion fleet, the Helldivers 2 players have successfully halted their advance. However, the situation has now reached a tiresome stalemate. Yet again, the machines refuse to take a break from their relentless pursuit of progress, with reports emerging of the Factory Striders being deployed in record-breaking quantities.

There have been reports of alleged machines that were supposedly encountered during Operation Swift Disassembly, which was just the beginning of a larger campaign. However, these accounts should be taken with a grain of salt, as they are unverified and seem to be more on the imaginative side. Factory Striders have gained a reputation as formidable weapons platforms that can produce more Automatons while enduring significant damage. If the machines are able to withstand such a relentless assault, it will be necessary to develop innovative strategies.

Have you come across groups of Factory Striders in Helldivers 2? Which strategies are proving to be the most effective in taking down these armored brutes? The Orbital Railcannon Strike will prove to be a valuable asset in the comments section below.

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Todd Howard affirms that the timeline of the Fallout series is coherent and well-constructed

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The recent release of Amazon’s adaptation of Fallout has ignited a renewed interest in the series and brought attention to the captivating alternate history that forms its foundation. Fans have expressed concern that the TV show’s events might be at odds with the plot of the Obsidian Entertainment video game New Vegas. Warning: Spoilers ahead for New Vegas and Amazon’s show!

Bethesda Game Studios director Todd Howard and Fallout TV executive producer Jonathan Nolan recently sat down with IGN to discuss the timeline. Howard was taken aback when showrunners Graham Wagner and Geneva Robertson-Dworet presented him with the surprising concept of obliterating Shady Sands, the bustling capital of the New California Republic, in the aftermath of the events in New Vegas. Howard eventually warmed up to the idea: “After discussing it, we realized that this could be a significant story moment that many things hinge upon.”

It seems that they had to make some tough decisions to ensure everything fell into place, but Howard emphasizes the importance of preserving the integrity of the Fallout timeline: “We take great care with the timeline. There seems to be some confusion in certain areas. However, all the events from the previous games, including New Vegas, did occur. We take great caution in that matter. We’re really pushing the limits here, but the explosions occur right after the events of New Vegas.

What are your thoughts on this? Is it up to par? Even though it may not have a significant impact on the overall quality of the games or show, it is comforting to know that those in charge are paying attention. We value your feedback and would love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Evaluating Fallout 76’s Value in 2024

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If you’ve been keeping up with the new Fallout show on Amazon Prime, chances are you’ve been relying on PS Plus Extra and PS Plus Premium to access and enjoy one of Bethesda’s legendary RPGs. We decided to bypass the highly acclaimed Fallout New Vegas and Fallout 3, opting instead to explore the vast landscapes of West Virginia in Fallout 76. Infamous for its initial reception, Todd Howard’s “Fallout with Friends” has evolved significantly over the past six years. However, does that imply the game is of high quality? Is it worth playing in 2024?

As we ventured out of Vault 76 for the very first time, we were determined to find the answers to those burning questions. Recalling our escapades on the Push Square YouTube channel, we encountered quest-giving NPCs—a feature that was surprisingly absent upon release—awe-inspiring bases built by fellow players—and an abundance of loot that could easily burden us 76 times over.

In the midst of the vast array of open-world online experiences, we found ourselves quite enthralled by the combination of 50s classics playing in the background as we obliterated the heads of ghouls. And to top it off, we were able to enjoy all of this with our friends. Exploring the wasteland in the company of a ragtag band of survivors adds a unique element to Fallout 76, setting it apart from other games in the series. However, does it manage to prevent us from uninstalling and transitioning to one of the mainline entries in the series? To discover more, be sure to watch the complete video!

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