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Top 5 competitive games of 2015

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Lately, as Overwatch beta has been released, I’ve highly complained about its lack of competitiveness, because I was expecting something near the level of the most competitive games there are. By considering the amount of skill needed to be a great player, I’ve compiled a top 5 competitive games in the gaming industry in 2015.

5.World of Warcraft: Arena

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Although World of Warcraft is not necessarily a competitive game but its Arena gained a lot of popularity and started to be played at major championships. This may be a boring game to watch on any streaming service but if you want to pay the subscription fee and raise a character to level 100 or level 110 which will only be available in the next expansion, you’ll see that the amont of skill you have to use in the Arena completly erases the boring factor. The Arena is truly acknowledged in the competitive scene as this year’s 1st place prize was $120.000. Maybe with the next expansion World of Warcraft Arena might get more popular.

4.League of Legends

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Although highly criticized, even by myself, and always compared with other MOBAs, League of legends has made a name for itself in the gaming industry. With a widespread competitive scene, the game gathers over 30 milion online viewers for major tournaments and has managed to give some of the highest prize pools in the gaming industry. This year’s World Championship has reached a total prize pool of $2,130,000, the same as last year’s.

3.Counter Strike: Global Offensive

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When it comes to competitive FPS games, you can’t compare Counter Strike with any other game. There was a time when Call of Duty managed to go head to head with Counter Strike but after Call of Duty started to release a game per year, Counter Strike quickly took the lead and became the most competitive FPS game of all time. It’s no joke that Counter Strike requires a lot of skill, aim, tactics to have a chance at winning a game, making it also the most hard FPS game to ever play. We can see from time to time in some tournaments that Counter Strike can be as frustrating as every other competitive game.

2.Starcraft 2

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Starcraft is by far the most competitive game when it comes to skill, the amount of skill you need in this game is definitly over 9000. The amount o time it takes to actually start learning something about this game is too damn high. But people are still playing it eventhough the game is probably the most frustrating competitive game there is. Popularity wise, Starcraft 2 is the top choice for most people but from time to time, people get sick of this game and decide to take a break from it and this is the reason why this game is not my top choice in this top 5.

1.DOTA 2

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Finally, the top choice for this top 5 is DOTA 2, for obvious reasons. The prize pool, which this year was over $18 million, the skill needed to defeat your opponents while helping your team mates, the competitiveness, DOTA 2 has it all. When you think about DOTA 2, it’s safe to say that it is the most competitive game there is, it may not require the same amount of skill as Starcraft 2 does but in this game you still have to help your team mates, and sometimes that is the hardest thing there is, because it requires a lot of trust.

Who doesn’t enjoy listening to a good story. Personally I love reading about the people who inspire me and what it took for them to achieve their success. As I am a bit of a self confessed tech geek I think there is no better way to discover these stories than by reading every day some articles or the newspaper . My bookcases are filled with good tech biographies, they remind me that anyone can be a success. So even if you come from an underprivileged part of society or you aren’t the smartest person in the room we all have a chance to reach the top. The same message shines in my beliefs. All it takes to succeed is a good idea, a little risk and a lot of hard work and any geek can become a success. VENI VIDI VICI .

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Documentary Explores the Making of the Highly Praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for PS5

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Square Enix has launched a captivating documentary series that explores the intricate process behind the creation of the highly praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. In the first episode, titled “Shaping the World,” the developer delves into the process of reimagining the expansive PS1 map of the original game into a vast sandbox for the PS5. The film includes personal stories shared by directors Naoki Hamaguchi and Tetsuya Nomura, as well as other important members of the team.

This reimagining of the all-time PlayStation classic was truly enjoyable. In our review, we praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for its ability to enhance the already impressive combat system of Remake. The game truly shines in its portrayal of an iconic RPG setting. If you have a deep appreciation for the original PS1 game and found enjoyment in Remake, then Rebirth’s character-focused adventure will surely captivate you from start to finish.

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Gran Turismo 7 for the PS5 and PS4 shows continuous improvement

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While Sony may not classify Gran Turismo 7 as a live-service game, the team at Polyphony Digital certainly approaches it with a similar mindset. The game continues to impress with every new update, and although v1.44 may be smaller compared to previous versions, it still manages to enhance the already extensive content of this simulation racer.

The update, now available worldwide, introduces three new cars: the Audi R8 Coupé V10 Plus ’16, the Lamborghini Urus ’18, and the Toyota GT-One (TS020) ’99. Furthermore, it introduces three fresh events to World Circuits, an extra menu to conquer in the GT Café single-player campaign, and a collection of livery stickers inspired by the upcoming Highspeed Étoile anime, set to debut next week in Japan.

If you’re not already acquainted with Highspeed Étoile, you can watch a trailer right here. “Sony has announced that a collection of 26 stickers, consisting of 8 title logos and 18 main character stickers, will be made available for a limited time,” stated Sony on the PS Blog. In addition, Fukushima will be included as a backdrop in the title’s beloved photography mode.

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TopSpin 2K25 appears to be a standout title in the recent PS5 and PS4 gameplay showcase

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This author has consistently praised the realistic portrayal of tennis in TopSpin 4. After more than a decade, we are thrilled to witness the release of TopSpin 2K25, which expands upon the success of its renowned predecessor. This gameplay video provides a comprehensive overview of the features discussed in our recent preview while also incorporating relevant footage to enhance understanding.

The series’ swing system sets it apart from arcade-style games like Virtua Tennis, as it requires players to charge up their shots in a different way. In order to succeed, timing is crucial, and fortunately, a new meter above your player will assist you in achieving that. Surfaces have their own distinct characteristics, such as clay, where you’ll experience a noticeable amount of sliding.

The game ensures that every player has a distinct set of animations, adding a touch of individuality to each competitor. The courts, found in all Grand Slams, possess a remarkable amount of individuality and charm. It is mentioned in the video that with each in-game season, players can expect a plethora of additional content, such as animation packs. This indicates that there will be plenty to anticipate even after the game’s initial release.

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