Team Vitality claimed the Intel Extreme Masters Dallas CS2 title on May 26, powered by MVP Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut. This marks their sixth CS win this year.
The first CS2 Major of 2025 is in full swing in Austin, featuring 32 teams and a $1.25 M prize pool running June 3–22.
Hanwha Life Esports took home the inaugural League of Legends First Stand Tournament title in Seoul (March 10–16), beating Karmine Corp 3–1.
New talents rising: Bleed Esports dominate regional Valorant circuits; Japan’s REJECT make waves in Apex and Siege.
Indian org S8UL added three Asian Games League of Legends medalists, strengthening its presence across 12 top esports titles.
EWCF unveiled a $20 M initiative supporting 40 clubs globally, aiming to sustain infrastructure, content, and growth.
Football star Ronaldo joins Esports World Cup (July 8–Aug 24, Riyadh), a $70 M multi-title global tournament.
Mobile titles like PUBG Mobile and Mobile Legends grow fast in 2025, powered by AI-enhanced broadcasts and global access.
On June 19, Barcelona hosts an art-deco style Red Bull LoL event featuring eight amateur teams and creators like Werlyb.