This January, Riot sent Legends of Runeterra to open beta, allowing players to experience the game and help them test decks and strategies. They've analyzed the data, now here's what's next for the exciting competitive card game in the League of Legends universe:
In the wake of COVID-19 - AKA the coronavirus - Zénith Paris has canceled all scheduled events through April 15th, including the Paris Eternal Homestand. Paris Eternal was set to host their Homestand event on April 11th and 12th, but must now either reschedule or cancel their event. Read more here:
Though the team's perfect split was cut short in a defeat this weekend at the hands of TSM, a Monday night win over Golden Guardians brought Cloud9 to a record of 13-1 and subsequently, a lock for the first seed in the 2020 LCS Spring Playoffs.
After retiring from CS:GO last week and claiming he wanted to focus his career on upcoming Riot Games FPS, VALORANT, swag changed his name to Brax, and signs with T1. Read the story here:
The League of LCS has been leveling up its tailgate in the 2020 season, and this weekend featured cosplayers from around the scene. From streamers like Emiru, to caster Riv, and then even Blue, Team Liquid's new mascot. See the cosplays here:
The LCS has boasted many roster swaps in Weeks 6 and 7, with CLG having their second of the Split, announcing Friday afternoon that Wind would be starting over longtime veteran, Stixxay. Read more here:
Golden Guardians have decided to promote huhi to their main roster for the League of Legends Championship Series this weekend in hopes to "improve the team's communication," likely in an effort to push to playoffs. Huhi replaces Keith, who has had a somewhat rocky season after role-swapping to support this past off-season. Read more on the story here:
After an incredible start followed by a harsh recoil, Dignitas has swapped their League of Legends Championship Series starting jungler, Grig, for Academy jungler, Akaadian. Dignitas Academy team looked nearly invincible early in the split, but have also faltered recently. Read more on the change here:
Solo has joined FlyQuest as an assistant coach and reserve for their Academy team. Solo was most recently on Echo Fox, which left Solo without a team this off-season. He joins former coaches from his original LCS team, Clutch Gaming. Read more here:
FaZe Clan released a statement Saturday announcing their indefinite suspension of Dubs for the use of racial slurs. Dubs signed with FaZe last year to play Fortnite for the org. Read more on the story here:
Due to sickness, Doublelift will not be playing in Team Liquid's Saturday game against TSM. Tactical will take his place on stage, playing against his former org, TSM. Read more on Tactical and Team Liquid here:
The GDC has been postponed until this Summer, following the footsteps of many other tournaments and events throughout the entertainment industry. The conference, brings in developers from both gaming and esports alike to share experiences and network, fostering growth across the board. Read more on their plans here:
The We Play! Dota 2 Tug of War: Mad Moon tournament has finished, with Team Nigma claiming first prize and $130,000 in prize money after a close 3-2 victory over Team Secret. See more on the tournament below:
In their most recent dev blog, Riot devs laid out their roadmap for 2020, including tweaks for autofill, punishments/bans, MMR transparency, etc. Read more on the story here:
According to a tweet made by League of Legends Pro League reporter, Ran, in a recent press conference, the Chinese government disclosed that they were both putting in full effort to prepare for Worlds and suggesting the LPL resume their season in an online format. Read the story here:
The Seoul Dynasty Homestand set to take place in early March has been canceled to help protect the health and safety of Overwatch League players and staff, as well as fans who hoped to attend the event. Read the story here:
Simon and Schuster imprint, Gallery Books, has finalized a deal with Dr. Disrepect, popular first person shooter game streamer, to write a comedic memoir due next Spring. Read more on the story here:
After a 2-0 weekend launches FlyQuest into second place (tied with Immortals), Santorin talks to Inven Global about FlyQuest's atmosphere and how it helped them bounce back from an 0-2 week, diving into the problems FLY was facing, how they overcame them, and where he hopes to take the team. Read more here:
Tickets for the Finals in Frisco, Texas are now available, offering both single day tickets and two day passes. The Finals take place April 18 and 19, and will be the first Finals after the new playoffs format changes were announced this year. Find links here:
WePlay!'s Tug of War: Mad Moon DotA 2 tournament has begun, with Team Secret and Virtus.pro placing first in their groups and advancing to the semifinals. Read more about the tournament here:
