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It’s important to note that the competitive scene in Dota 2 is one of the most important scenes in the games industry. So much so that every year we have a lot of tournaments that are celebrated every year by different organizations with varying prize pools. At the bare minimum we have the official Valve tournaments that have their foundation with “The International”. Which is one of the biggest gaming events due to the high prize pool, in fact. The Prize Pool for “The International” aims to break the record for eSports prize pools with over $20 Million dollars supplied by Lord Gaben.

However, it seems like Valve has the incentive of taking full control of the competitive scene now, since they now want to embrace the much wider competitive scene and sponsor third party tournaments and creating a brand new Ranking System that will define how the 2018 International plays out for the next season.

In regards to Certification, Valve will help TO’s (Tournament Organizers) who are lenient towards their conditions. There will be two major types of tournaments; Minor and Major. Minor tournaments will have a minimum Prize Pool of $150,000, with Majors having it the most attractive with $500,000 dollars. The company will obviously place some of their money to support said tournaments, at the same time. To avoid lag issues, every tournament must culminate with a LAN match. Valve will also be in full control in regards of scheduling Majors and Minors to avoid collisions next year.

There will also be a new point system called “Qualifying Points” which keep track of individual players’ progression throughout the Season. These QP’s will keep track of all the results of the tournaments leading up to The International in the summer of 2018. This will mean that the highest players in the rank will pretty much have priority in appearing during the International. So players have an incentive to play throughout the season. The tournaments will also take presence in North America, South America, China, Europe and Southeast Asia.

Even though some people are already skeptical of this new found system. More so because Valve is taking control of the scene as a whole, I find this new development to be quite interesting, now that there aren’t any “unofficial” tournaments. There will be nothing but competent prize pools for the dedicated gamers who want to earn them. It certainly is a polarizing subject, so I’m open to reading and responding to your comments in the comment section!

I always wanted to be a journalist who listens. The Voice of the Unspoken and someone heavily involved in the gaming community. From playing as a leader of a competitive multi-branch team to organizing tournaments for the competitive scene to being involved in a lot of gaming communities. I want to keep moving forward as a journalist.

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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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