Gaming
Esports Awards 2019 to take place this weekend at Esports Stadium Arlington
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.
Gaming
Helldivers 2 Paranoia Peaks: Players are convinced that the Illuminate have already infiltrated our ranks
An incredible number of Helldivers 2 players have bravely fought in the ongoing intergalactic war, protecting Super Earth from the dangers of both Bug and Bot. There have been rumors, though, of a new enemy group operating in the dark, or maybe it’s just the return of an old enemy known as “The Illuminate.” Some people think they might even be here with us already, which is obviously defeatist nonsense.
The Illuminate were an enemy group in the first Helldivers game. They were an ancient, highly powerful alien race that wanted to destroy Super Earth. Everyone knows that they died out a long time ago. They do not exist, just like those harmful but completely false stories of flying bugs (thanks, IGN).
Nevertheless, some Patriots claim to be receiving hits from a “vibrant blue laser,” which some believe has a similar energy signature to rifle weapons that The Illuminate have previously used. They may be exhausted from fighting. It looks pretty different from the red energy weapons that Helldivers and bots use, but there is still not enough visual proof to say for sure.
Also, you probably shouldn’t pay attention to the in-game texts that say the Illuminates have been seen. “Blue beams aren’t real; they can’t hurt you,” is what Super Earth High Command says, and the account Helldivers Alerts (we think the developers run it) gave us a sneak peek at our old enemy.
New enemy leaks (Illuminate)#HellDivers2 pic.twitter.com/GFTCSGasKd
— Helldivers Alerts (@HelldiversAlert) March 10, 2024
I want to believe#Helldivers2
📹sattorin pic.twitter.com/qjrRT0l9jn
— Helldivers Alerts (@HelldiversAlert) March 18, 2024
Have you seen any blue lights flashing for no reason while you were on mission in Helldivers 2? Do you think the Illimunate are already among us, messing with voting boxes and pulling votes? Don’t change your mind about supporting Super Earth in the comments section below.
Gaming
Recruited Since Last Month: More Than Eight Million Helldivers 2 Players
The relentless force of Helldivers 2 shows no signs of slowing down, as recent reports indicate that Arrowhead Games Studios, the Swedish developer behind the game, has sold over eight million copies since its release on both PS5 and PC just last month.
According to TD Cowen analyst Doug Creutz (thanks, VGC), who spoke to Bloomberg, it is believed that the game has exceeded expectations in terms of performance. It’s amazing how word-of-mouth buzz and the unconventional guerilla marketing strategy keep driving up recruitment numbers week after week. Arrowhead’s studio motto, “A game for everyone is a game for no one,” reflects their unwavering commitment to their unique internal design philosophy.
It appears that the PC community has recently surpassed the PlayStation fanbase in terms of player numbers and platform preference. However, thanks to crossplay, both groups continue to benefit from the growing popularity of gaming. Although it’s not particularly thrilling to see yet another service game achieve rapid success, the hardcore nature of Helldivers 2 fills us with optimism for Sony’s ongoing live gaming endeavors. We anticipate dedicating ourselves to the defense of Super Earth for many years to come.
What are your thoughts on Creutz’s sales estimate? Does it come as a surprise to you? Does it exceed or fall short of your expectations? Have you noticed any changes in your level of enthusiasm for the Democratic Party? Has it waned or grown stronger? We would greatly appreciate your feedback in the comments section below.
Gaming
Exciting news for gamers! A wide selection of PS5 and PS4 games are now available at discounted prices, but only for this weekend
Don’t miss out on this limited-time opportunity to grab some amazing titles at a fraction of their original cost. Sony clearly understands the potential of the PS Store, as it consistently adds a plethora of new titles every week. This allows for future opportunities to offer discounts and promotions on these games. It’s evident that sales are consistently growing each month, with the introduction of time-limited weekend offers in addition to the usual sale events.
This weekend brings another round of exciting deals, with significant discounts on several popular PS5 and PS4 games. For instance, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is now available for £35.99/$35.99, while DiRT 5 Year One Edition can be purchased for just £14.79/$15.99.
Here are a few other standout moments we noticed:
- Back 4 Blood Deluxe Edition: £8.99/$8.99
- BioShock 2 Remastered: £3.99/$4.99
- Borderlands 3 Next Level Bundle: £9.74/$10.49
- EA Sports PGA Tour Deluxe Edition: £16.99/$16.99
- LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga Deluxe Edition: £17.99/$20.99
Hurry up and make your decision before the offers expire on March 19th. Don’t miss out on your chance to snag some great deals. For a comprehensive list of all the latest offers, make sure to visit this page. And don’t forget to share your purchases with us in the comments section below!
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