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Esports Awards 2019 to take place this weekend at Esports Stadium Arlington

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Esports is just as serious as any other sports. Even though a few years back some people considered them to be nothing like physical sports and some thought that they will never become as popular as baseball, basketball soccer, or any other physical sports, time proved them wrong. Esports has grown more and more popular with every season and the fact that the Esports Awards has reached its fourth edition only underlines this. Another hint that tells the world that esports is truly a part of our lives now is that esports tournaments and awards are sponsored by the same huge companies that also sponsor the championships of physical sports. The official automotive partner of the Esports Awards 2019 is Lexus and this year, we’ve seen other similar companies get into the esports business too.

This year, the Esports Awards will be hosted at the Esports Stadium Arlington. The event will take place on Saturday, November 16, and it promises to be full of novelty. The fact that this is the first year when the general public can buy tickets to the event clearly shows that the interest in esports is continuously growing. Of course, this fact is also sustained by the fact that there is an Esports Stadium in Arlington, Texas. This is also the first year when the event is hosted somewhere other than London, UK. The three previous events were all hosted in the British capital, so it was about time they finally got to the United States too.

According to Jonathon Oudthone, President of Esports Stadium Arlington, the brand new state-of/the-art facility will be the one hosting the next three editions of the Awards. Presumably, in 2022, another venue will take the three-year hosting of the Esports Awards. Also, it is possible that the event will be hosted in another state every year after 2022. After all, esports is globally popular, not only in England and in the United States. China could also be hosting such an event soon, and it would be no surprise to see some European countries organizing the event in the future.

Even though other automotive companies have also shown interest in esports recently, it is the first time Lexus enters this world. According to Lisa Materazzo, Marketing Vice President at Lexus, the company will provide three supercars to be present at the event. Guests of the event will see the LC 500 luxury performance coupe featured in the Black Panther movie, Men in Black International inspired Lexus RC F coupe and GS F 10th Anniversary there.

The Esports Awards 2019 is the event where the best performances from across the esports scene will be recognized. There are quite a few awards to be handed out, split into three different categories: community awards, industry awards, and pro awards. Naturally, the latter category is the one where we can find all the best esports teams and players, who only a couple of years back would have thought that the only place where they will be rewarded for playing games was the online casinos.

The voting is now closed, so the award winners have definitely been selected already. It is nice to see that the hosts of the Esports Awards didn’t only think of the esports players. Streamers, esports personalities, content creators, even cosplayers will be honored at the event that will take place this weekend in Arlington. The esports journalists, hardware providers, commercial partners, publishers, coverage websites and supporting agencies will also be awarded for their activity during the past year. Naturally, the most interesting Esports Awards 2019 will be the ones that will be given to the best esports team of the year, the best esports console layer / PC player of the year, the best esports coach, esports organization, and even to the best rookies of the year.

Tickets for the Esports Awards 2019 are still available. General Admission passes sell for $25.00. VIP tickets are also available, for $100.00. There are 27 awards to give out so this will most likely be an all-day event where inevitably, fans will get to see the best esports players in the world. There are only a few days to go until the event so those who would like to participate in it should really buy their tickets already. Since esports have become so popular, there are a lot more similar events to come over the next years, so in case you can’t get to this particular one, there is always next year. However, if you can get there, do it, it will certainly be impressive.

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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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