- League of Legends’ pricey (almost $500) new skin to commemorate legendary esports player Faker has players up in arms and threatening boycotts, according to Games Radar.
- ESL FaceIt Group partnered with Porsche for the upcoming Overwatch Championship Series Major at Dreamhack Dallas, and the collaboration will see the luxury auto manufacturer showcase its electric Macan model and present the MVP award during the Major final, reports Esports Insider.
- Saudi-backed organization Falcons "made inroads into another esport" this week following its "shock acquisition of superstar Apex Legends squad DarkZero," notes Dot Esports.
- French team Karmine Corp. unveiled a 3,000-spectator esports arena located in Evry, France, that the organization "aims to use ... to host live matches and viewing parties," notes Esports Insider.
