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Aug 26, 2026 · News
Rockstar Breaks Silence on the GTA 6 Leaks, and Never Names CyberLeek
Rockstar Games has responded to the recent GTA 6 leaks, calling the past week “heartbreaking,” saying the game is “nearly there” and confirming that the Extended Look is still happening.
Aug 25, 2026 · News
Netflix and IICT Offer Up to 80% Scholarships for AVGC Courses
The scholarship program gives students and working professionals access to industry-focused training across India’s AVGC-XR sector.
Aug 25, 2026 · BGMI News
BGMI LITE Pre-Registration Now Live in India: How to Pre-Register on Google Play
BGMI LITE pre-registration is now live on Google Play in India. Here is how Android users can pre-register and what to know about the lighter BGMI client.
Aug 23, 2026 · Esports
Team Spirit Crowned EWC 2026 CS2 Champions After 3-1 Win Over FUT
Team Spirit defeated FUT Esports 3-1 in the EWC 2026 CS2 Grand Final to claim the championship and $600,000 prize.
Aug 20, 2026 · News
KADP India Launches, Partners With KRAFTON to Manage BGMI Advertising
KADP India has officially launched in India and partnered with KRAFTON to manage advertising operations for BGMI, covering inventory planning, campaign delivery, optimization and operational management.
Aug 20, 2026 · News
Gangstar Mirage City Launches in India With 30 Million Pre-Registrations
Gangstar Mirage City launches in India with 30 million+ pre-registrations, bringing an open-world crime experience to iOS and Android.
Aug 18, 2026 · BGMI News
BGMI Lite Pre-Registration Opens August 25: How to Download, Size & Launch Details
BGMI Lite pre-registration opens August 25 for Android users in India. Here's how to download BGMI Lite, its initial 1GB size, launch window and other confirmed details.
Aug 18, 2026 · News
Esports Nations Cup Postponed to November 2027
The Esports Nations Cup has been postponed from November 2026 to November 2027. Riyadh will remain the host city for the inaugural edition.
Aug 17, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 Awards: Qzz Wins MVP as Five Players Take Individual Honors
Qzz wins PMWC 2026 Grand Finals MVP, while DOK, Spower, Morman and TernyK take home individual awards after the 18-match tournament.
Aug 17, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 Recap: S2G Esports Crowned World Champions
S2G Esports win PMWC 2026 with 154 points after a dramatic 18-match Grand Finals featuring the Smash Rule, four Match Point teams and a thrilling final day.
Aug 16, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 Champions: S2G Esports Win the World Cup
S2G Esports win the PMWC 2026 World Cup with 154 points after a dramatic final day featuring four Match Point teams and an 18-match Grand Finals.
Aug 16, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 Match 16: S2G Miss Trophy Chance as Aurora Win
S2G Esports came close to ending PMWC 2026 in Match 16, but Aurora Gaming won the WWCD and became Match Point Eligible.
Aug 16, 2026 · BGMI News
BGMI Lite Confirmed: KRAFTON India Sets End-of-2026 Launch Window
KRAFTON India has officially confirmed that BGMI Lite will launch in India by the end of 2026, with more details about its features and gameplay coming closer to release.
Aug 16, 2026 · BGMI News
BGMI Lite Is Finally Coming: Why Players Have Wanted It for Years
BGMI Lite is finally coming. The official BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA accounts have teased the Lite version after years of demand from Indian players.
Aug 16, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 After Match 14: Nongshim Extend Lead, eArena Still One WWCD From Title
Nongshim RedForce lead PMWC 2026 with 128 points after Match 14, while eArena remain Match Point Eligible at 122. Either needs one WWCD to win.
Aug 16, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 Match 15: Tianba Win, Three Teams Now on Match Point
Tianba win Match 15 with 26 points as Nongshim RedForce, S2G Esports and eArena all become Match Point Eligible at the PMWC 2026 Grand Finals.
Aug 16, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 Smash Rule Live: Nongshim RedForce and eArena Both Hit Match Point
Nongshim RedForce and eArena have both reached the 122-point Match Point threshold after Match 13. Here's what happens next under the PMWC 2026 Smash Rule.
Aug 16, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Day 3: Schedule, Smash Rule & Where to Watch
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Day 3 starts at 4:30 PM IST. Check the full match schedule, Smash Rule, points table, livestream details and Indian teams to watch.
Aug 16, 2026 · Tournament
PMWC 2026 Day 2 Recap: GodLike Get India's First WWCD, Spower's 1v4 Steals the Show
GodLike Esports finally secured India's first WWCD of the PMWC 2026 Grand Finals on Day 2, while Spower delivered an incredible 1v4 clutch against Team Vitality. eArena remain atop the standings after 12 matches.
Aug 15, 2026 · Feature
PMWC 2026 Smash Rule Explained: How 122 Points and a Chicken Dinner Decide the World Champion
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Day 3 uses the Smash Rule: reach the 122-point Match Point threshold, then win a Chicken Dinner to become world champion. Here is how the format works.
Aug 15, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Day 1 Results and Standings: eArena Lead, ULF Break Through
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Day 1 ended after four matches with eArena leading on 48 points. ULF Esports won Match 4, while Tianba and Nigma Galaxy remain within four points of the lead.
Aug 15, 2026 · Tournament
PMWC 2026 Day 1 Ends After Four Matches as Health Concerns Hit the Grand Finals
PMWC 2026 Day 1 ended after just four matches as multiple teams reported players feeling unwell. S2G and IDA issued separate statements, while GodLike's Manya was also reportedly affected.
Aug 14, 2026 · Tournament
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals: ULF Break Through in Match 4 as eArena's Lead Holds
ULF Esports win Match 4 with 20 points as eArena hold the PMWC 2026 Grand Finals lead, with Tianba and Nigma Galaxy closing in.
Aug 14, 2026 · Tournament
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Match 3: eArena Win Chicken Dinner
eArena win Match 3 with 19 points to move level with Aurora Gaming at the top of the PMWC 2026 Grand Finals standings.
Aug 14, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Match 2: S2G Esports Win It, But Nigma Galaxy Aren't Moving
S2G Esports win Match 2 of the PMWC 2026 Grand Finals with 19 points, but Nigma Galaxy hold onto the overall lead thanks to their Match 1 Chicken Dinner cushion.
Aug 14, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Match 1: Nigma Galaxy and Aurora Gaming Finish on 23 Points
Nigma Galaxy and Aurora Gaming both open the PMWC 2026 Grand Finals with 23 points in Match 1, while Tianba sits third after a 16-elimination performance.
Aug 14, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals: Full Schedule, IST Timings, Teams & Live Stream
The PMWC 2026 Grand Finals are live today. Sixteen teams, Paris, $1.7 million in Grand Finals prize money, and two Indian rosters, GodLike Esports and Orangutan Gaming, are in the same lobby as the be
Aug 13, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals: GodLike, Orangutan & 14 Others: Teams, Favorites & What to Expect
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals begin August 14. Check all 16 teams, favorites, GodLike and Orangutan, rosters, Smash Rule, prize pool and what to expect in Paris.
Aug 12, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 Survival Stage Ends: Tianba Dominate as eArena Edge Wolves on Tiebreaker
Tianba topped the PMWC 2026 Survival Stage with 109 points. eArena and Wolves Esports finished level on 79, but eArena qualified on the placement-points tiebreaker.
Aug 12, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 Match 11 Results: AlUla Club Esports Win Miramar, Qualification Race Tightens
AlUla Club Esports won Match 11 of the PMWC 2026 Survival Stage with 13 kills and 23 points, shaking up the qualification race with one match remaining.
Aug 12, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 Match 12 Results: ULF Esports Win, eArena Edge Wolves to Reach Grand Finals
ULF Esports won the final match of the PMWC 2026 Survival Stage with 7 kills and 17 points, while eArena secured the final Grand Finals spot over Wolves Esports on the tiebreaker.
Aug 12, 2026 · results
PMWC 2026 Match 9 Results: ULF Esports Win, Wolves Esports Enter Top 6
ULF Esports won Match 9 of the PMWC 2026 Survival Stage with 12 kills and 22 points, while Wolves Esports climbed to sixth. Check the full results and standings.
Aug 12, 2026 · results
PMWC 2026 Match 8 Results: eArena Win Erangel, AG.AL Surge Into Top 6
eArena won Match 8 of the PMWC 2026 Survival Stage with 7 kills and 17 points, while AG.AL surged into the top six. Check the full results and standings.
Aug 12, 2026 · results
PMWC 2026 Match 7 Results: GOAT Team Win Rondo, Tianba Stumble
GOAT Team won Match 7 of the PMWC 2026 Survival Stage with 15 kills and 25 points, while Tianba stumbled with just 2 points. Check the full results and standings.
Aug 11, 2026 · Tournament
PMWC 2026 Survival Stage Day 1: Tianba Break Away as MiLu’s 1v4 Punishes RRQ
Tianba built a 26-point lead in the PMWC 2026 Survival Stage as MiLu’s 1v4 against RRQ gave Day 1 its biggest moment.
Aug 10, 2026 · BGMI News
CarryMinati Becomes BGMI’s First Ever Playable Indian Creator Character
CarryMinati is joining BGMI as a fully playable Indian creator character, alongside a new WOW Map, Boss Fight, Frost-and-Flame collection and voice packs from August 15.
Aug 09, 2026 · Esports
GodLike Esports Qualify for PMWC 2026 Grand Finals After a Stunning Turnaround in Group B
GodLike Esports complete a stunning Group B comeback to finish third with 105 points and qualify directly for the PMWC 2026 Grand Finals alongside India's Orangutan.
Aug 09, 2026 · Esports
iQOO Z11 Announces iQOO Pro Series Season 4, Starting From August 10
iQOO Pro Series Season 4 brings 18 Free Fire MAX teams together for a ₹10 lakh prize pool, with Playoffs from August 10–12 and Grand Finals on August 24–25.
Aug 08, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 Group B Day 1 Results: GodLike Finish Fifth as Team Vitality Dominate Opening Day
GodLike Esports finished fifth after PMWC 2026 Group B Day 1 with 37 points, while Team Vitality dominated the opening day with 108 points and two wins.
Aug 07, 2026 · Esports
Orangutan Qualify for PUBG Mobile World Cup 2026 Grand Finals After Finishing 2nd in Group A
Orangutan secured second place in Group A with 91 points to qualify directly for the PUBG Mobile World Cup 2026 Grand Finals. Here's how they got there and the complete final standings.
Aug 07, 2026 · Esports
Team Orangutan Tops PMWC 2026 Group A After Second Straight Chicken Dinner on Day 2
Team Orangutan continued their incredible run at the PUBG Mobile World Cup 2026, winning Match 7 to claim their second consecutive Chicken Dinner and move to the top of the Group A standings with 66 points.
Aug 07, 2026 · Esports
PMWC 2026 Group A Day 1: 4thrives Lead the Pack, Orangutan Keep India's Dream Alive
4thrives Esports top PMWC 2026 Group A with 59 points after Day 1. India's Orangutan are sixth with a Chicken Dinner already in the bag. Here's the full Group A standings and what's at stake on Day 2.
Aug 05, 2026 · Esports
PUBG Mobile World Cup 2026: Full Schedule, Format, Teams, Prize Pool & Live Stream
The PUBG Mobile World Cup 2026 takes place from August 6–16 in Paris with 32 teams competing for a $3 million prize pool. Here's the complete schedule, format, participating teams, Smash Rule, and livestream details.
Aug 04, 2026 · News
NODWIN Gaming Reports ₹116 Crore Revenue in Q1 FY27, Improves Operating Efficiency
NODWIN Gaming reported ₹116 crore consolidated revenue in Q1 FY27 while improving operating efficiency, narrowing EBITDA losses by 32%, expanding Playground to the U.S., strengthening its partnership with Garena for Free Fire MAX, and investing in AI-powered workflow solutions.
Aug 03, 2026 · Tournament
BGMI Masters Series Season 5 Announced by NODWIN Gaming
NODWIN Gaming has confirmed the return of BGMI Masters Series for Season 5, running August 10 to September 6, 2026, with 24 teams competing in a refreshed format.
Jul 31, 2026 · BGMI News
BGMI 4.5 Update Brings New Druvaen X-Suits, Gameplay Upgrade System
KRAFTON India has unveiled three new Druvaen X-Suits in the BGMI 4.5 update. Here's everything to know about the new gameplay-based upgrade system, Naturespirit Growth ACE32, and event dates.
Jul 30, 2026 · Mobile Gaming
Gangstar Mirage City Pre-Registration Now Live in India Ahead of August Soft Launch
Level Infinite has opened Gangstar Mirage City pre-registration in India ahead of the game's August 20 soft launch for iOS and Android.
Jul 30, 2026 · BGMI News
KRAFTON India Launches BGMI Campus MVP to Build India's Largest Student Gaming Community
KRAFTON India has launched BGMI Campus MVP, a 90-day student ambassador program featuring 150 ambassadors from 17 IITs and 28 NITs to strengthen gaming communities across engineering colleges in India.
Jul 21, 2026 · Esports
BGMI Esports H2 2026 Roadmap Announced: BMIC, BMSD Dates, Schedule and Prize Pool
KRAFTON India has unveiled the BGMI Esports H2 2026 roadmap featuring BMIC and BMSD, with two ₹1 Crore tournaments, official schedules, and international competition.
Jul 23, 2025 · Esports
BGMI Showdown (BMSD) 2026 Announced: Dates, Format, Schedule and Prize Pool Revealed
KRAFTON India has announced BGMI Showdown (BMSD) 2026, featuring 48 invited teams, a ₹1 Crore prize pool, and LAN Finals from October 16–18.
Jul 22, 2025 · Esports
BMIC 2026 Announced: Dates, Venue, Teams and ₹1 Crore Prize Pool Revealed
KRAFTON India has announced BMIC 2026, bringing 16 teams from India, Korea, and Japan to Mumbai for a ₹1 Crore prize pool.