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Everything you need to know as The International stars clash at the GAMERS GALAXY: Dota 2 Invitational Series Dubai 2022, starting March 2nd

The broadcast begins on Wednesday at 09:00 UTC / 10:00 CET / 13:00 Dubai Time, with the first group matches between Fnatic and Team Spirit, as well as TSM FTX versus Tundra Esports.
Hosted by Galaxy Racer, the largest esports, gaming and lifestyle organization in the world, the tournament stands as the MENA region’s biggest ever Dota 2 competition.
Here is all you need to know about GAMERS GALAXY: Dota 2 Invitational Series Dubai 2022:
Ten of the world’s best Dota 2 teams will be battling it out in an epic LAN Invitational Event in Dubai. The GAMERS GALAXY: Dota 2 Invitational Series Dubai 2022 will play host to TI10 winners Team Spirit and back-to-back TI champions OG, as well as ESL One Fall 2021 winners Tundra Esports and powerhouse teams TSM and Fnatic.
Taking place from March 2nd, the best Dota 2 teams from around the world will descend on Dubai Studio City to compete for an AED 1,000,000 prize pool over four intense days. This is the first high-tier Dota 2 tournament to be held in the region this year, and the biggest of its kind in the MENA region, as Dubai continues to grow and thrive as a destination for prestigious esports events.
The competition will kick-off with spectacular opening match-ups in the ground round, including between Fnatic and Team Spirit, OG versus Team Secret and home team Nigma Galaxy taking on Tundra Esports. All five days will be broadcast directly from Dubai Studio City, and live on YouTube and Twitch.
Making the competition even more of a spectacle, Dota 2 star Sheever will be leading a lineup of talented broadcast pros bringing the GAMERS GALAXY experience to life throughout the Invitational Series, including two-time TI Champion N0Tail.
Where to watch:
The LAN competition will be played behind closed doors to ensure a safe environment for competitors, but broadcast live from Studio City Dubai on YouTube and Twitch. Galaxy Racer has also arranged a variety of ‘pubstomp’ viewing parties across Dubai’s best gaming venues. Pubstomps at popular Gaming Cafes including Que Club, Rails Billiards, Geek Station Abu Dhabi, DZZRT ESPORTS, Last Resort Gaming Cafe as well Dubai Media City Courtyard.
Format
With ten teams in total, the GAMERS GALAXY: Dota 2 Invitational Series Dubai 2022 will see two groups of five teams compete in a group stage best of one round-robin. The top two teams from each group will proceed to the upper-bracket playoffs’ semifinals. Third and fourth placings of each group will proceed to a best of three play-in and the winners will proceed to the lower-bracket of the playoffs.
Only a total of six teams will advance to the playoffs best of three double-elimination brackets. The grand finals will see the top two teams battle out in a best of five series. The format allows teams to have multiple opportunities to secure a spot in the final, while fans at home will have the chances to witness potential upsets and miracle bracket runs.
Gameplay Patch 7.31 – one of the most long-awaited updates to the game – has now gone live bringing sweeping changes to the game, making the Invitational Series the first major tournament played with the new gameplay patch. One of the biggest patches in recent memory, the update will offer an extra layer of intrigue to the tournament as players and teams tackle the new meta.
Schedule
- Wednesday March 2nd – Group Stage: Broadcast – from 09:00 UTC / 10:00 CET / 13:00 Local Time
- Thursday March 3nd – Group Stage, Tiebreakers and Play-In – Broadcast – from 09:00 UTC / 10:00 CET / 13:00 Local Time
- Friday March 4th – Playoffs: Broadcast – from 12:00 UTC / 13:00 CET / 16:00 Local Time
- Saturday March 5th – Semi-Finals: Broadcast – from 12:00 UTC / 13:00 CET / 16:00 Local Time
- Sunday March 6th – Grand Finals: Broadcast – from 12:00 UTC / 13:00 CET / 16:00 Local Time
Teams
- Nigma Galaxy
- Fnatic
- Team Spirit
- Virtus.pro
- Team Secret
- Nigma Galaxy SEA
- OG
- Tundra Esports
- TSM FTX
- BOOM Esports
English Language Broadcast
Stage Host & Interviewer:
- Jorien “Sheever” van der Heijden
Co-Host & Caster:
- Austin “Cap” Walsh
Analysts & Casters:
- Johan “N0tail” Sundstein
- Ioannis “Fogged” Loucas
- Dominik “Lacoste” Stipić
- Kyle “melonzz” Freedman
Analysts:
- Roman “Resolut1on” Fomynok
- Mira “Ephey” Riad
- Andrew “Jenkins” Jenkins
Observers:
- Jonathan “PimpmuckL” Liebig
- Rikard “skrff“Holm Melin
Offsite Casters:
- Gabriel “Lyrical” Cruz
- Trent “TrentPax” MacKenzie
Russian Language Broadcast
Stage Hosts & Interviewers:
- Alexey “yXo” Maletskiy
- Olesia “Olesami” Denysenko
Analysts & Casters:
- Yaroslav “Tekcac” Petrushyn
- Yevhen “Sh4dowehhh” Alekseiev
- Alexander “DkPhobos” Kucheria
- Ilya “Lil” Ilyuk
- Oleksandr “XBOCT” Dashkevych
- Andrii “Ghostik” Kadyk
- Ivan”Akamai” Danishevsky
- Anton “4liver” Pavliukovets
- Aren “VeRsuta” Zurabyan
Offsite Casters:
- Alexander “LanigirO” Potapov
- Darya “Autodestruction” Medvedeva
Broadcast
The GAMERS GALAXY: Dota 2 Invitational Series Dubai 2022 will be streamed live on the official Galaxy Racer channels and a variety of ‘pubstomp’ venues across Dubai at several gaming cafes such as Que Club, Rails Billiards, Geek Station Abu Dhabi, DZZRT ESPORTS, Last Resort Gaming Cafe as well Dubai Media City Courtyard. across the five days.
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XSOLLA PARTNERS WITH POCKET GAMER CONNECTS TO EMPOWER MOBILE GAME DEVELOPERS IN 2025

Xsolla, a leading global video game commerce company, is deepening its commitment to mobile game developers through a strategic partnership with Pocket Gamer Connects (PGC) in 2025. As the industry leader in Web Shop development and management, with over 500+ Web Shops generating revenue, Xsolla is also leading the way in direct-to-consumer monetization in the video game industry. Xsolla will showcase its latest innovations in mobile game monetization, user acquisition, and cross-platform analytics throughout key global PGC events.
Supporting Mobile Developers at PGC Events Worldwide
Xsolla will sponsor Pocket Gamer Connects events in 2025, bringing its expertise in direct-to-consumer monetization and engagement strategies to the following locations:
- PGC San Francisco (March 17-18)
- PGC Dubai (May 7-8)
- PGC Barcelona (June 3-4)
- PG Summit Shanghai (July 30)
- Mobile Games Awards at Gamescom (August)
- PGC Helsinki (October 7-8)
Xsolla will engage with developers at each event through thought leadership sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. It will offer data-driven insights and solutions to help mobile developers maximize revenue beyond traditional app stores.
Advancing Web Shop Monetization with AppsFlyer Integration
A key component of Xsolla’s presence at PGC will be its partnership with AppsFlyer, the global leader in mobile measurement and data analytics. Together, they have developed a first-in-the-industry integration that solves cross-platform attribution challenges, giving mobile game developers the tools to:
- Measure Web Shop purchases as in-app events for accurate LTV and ROAS tracking.
- Seamlessly attribute Web Shop revenue to mobile user acquisition, re-engagement, and retention campaigns.
- Optimize ad spending across mobile and Web Shops with real-time analytics, all without requiring coding from developers.
Xsolla’s Web Shop solution has already transformed mobile game monetization, enabling 500+ developers to generate direct-to-consumer sales online while pushing players to pay on their mobile devices. By integrating AppsFlyer’s measurement tools, Xsolla ensures that mobile developers gain a complete, end-to-end understanding of the user journey across platforms, allowing them to make smarter business decisions and improve ROI.
“Xsolla’s Web Shop has revolutionized how mobile game developers monetize online, and our integration with AppsFlyer takes it to the next level,” said Berkley Egenes, Chief Marketing & Growth Officer at Xsolla. “By bridging the data gap between Web Shops and mobile applications, we empower developers with the insights they need to optimize performance, increase revenue, and engage players more effectively. We look forward to engaging directly with the community and hearing from the Pocket Gamer community throughout the year at each event around the world.”
Strengthening the Global Mobile Gaming Ecosystem
Xsolla’s continued investment in mobile game commerce solutions aligns with Pocket Gamer Connects’ mission to support and connect game developers worldwide. With the combined power of Web Shop, AppsFlyer integration, and a direct presence at major industry events, Xsolla is committed to helping mobile game creators navigate monetization challenges and drive sustainable growth.
“Pocket Gamer Connects is the world’s leading event series for mobile game developers (and others) and we’re thrilled to have Xsolla as a key partner in 2025,” said Chris James, CEO at Steel Media, Pocket Gamer’s parent company. “Xsolla’s expertise in mobile commerce, cross-platform engagement, and Web Shop monetization makes them an invaluable resource for developers looking to scale their businesses.”
By partnering with Pocket Gamer Connects, Xsolla ensures mobile developers worldwide can access the latest technology, insights, and business models to thrive in today’s competitive gaming market.
For more information on Xsolla Web Shop and its integration with AppsFlyer, visit: xsolla.blog/xsolla-appsflyer
Join us at Pocket Gamer Connects 2025 to connect, learn, and explore new opportunities in the gaming industry.
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Portside Game Assembly: Studios behind Dead Cells, Dungeon Clawler, Dorfromantik, Blasphemous on board and ticket sales for brunch and party launched

With Portside Game Assembly, Gamecity Hamburg is welcoming studio heads and directors from successful indie game studios on a conference ship and other extraordinary locations in Hamburg on June 27. Benjamin Laulan, Co-Founder of Evil Empire, (Dead Cells, The Rogue Prince of Persia) will give a keynote on the Triple-i Initiative started by the French studio. At the Triple-i Showcase 2024, over 30 “iii games” were announced in 45 minutes, and 150,000 views were achieved on YouTube alone. Further speaker on board is Philomena Schwab, Founder of Stray Fawn Studio (Dungeon Clawler, The Wandering Village).
Portside Game Assembly celebrates its premiere as B2B-conference for international indie game leaders on June 27. There will be no direct ticket sales for the conference; instead, a curated list of participants will ensure that only studio heads and decision makers attend the conference on board a ship sailing through the port of Hamburg.
At the same time, the Networking Brunch and the Games Industry Party are open as networking events for interested contacts from the games industry to bring platform holders, publishers, and game companies into contact with the international conference participants. Studio leads from Denmark, Sweden, Switzerland, the UK, France, Spain, Canada, the USA, and Germany are already on board for the conference.
Portside Game Assembly is set to be a platform for decision makers and studio leads to exchange ideas, learn from each other, and face the challenges of the games industry through collaboration.
As the first announced talk of the conference, Benjamin Laulan (Co-Founder of Evil Empire) will present a keynote on the Triple-i Initiative and how to create your own announcement space and talk directly to your audience when you can’t really relate to other existing showcases. In addition, Philomena Schwab (Founder of Stray Fawn Studio & Publishing) will give a short talk about ways for game idea validation.
The program of the Portside Game Assembly will consist of keynotes, short talks, and roundtables.
Selection of already confirmed participants:
- Evil Empire (Dead Cells, The Rogue Prince of Persia) / France
- Stray Fawn Studio (Dungeon Clawler, The Wandering Village) / Switzerland
- The Game Kitchen (Blasphemous I & II) / Spain
- Toukana Interactive (Dorfromantik)/ Germany
- Ghostship Publishing (Deep Rock Galactic) / Denmark
- Landfall Games (Content Warning, Totally Accurate Battle Simulator) / Sweden
- Chasing Carrots (Halls of Torment) / Germany
- Foulball Hangover (Hydroneer) / UK
- Siege Camp (Foxhole) / Canada
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Fourth Star
Fourth Star Launches Immersive Media Streaming Platform

Fourth Star, the cutting-edge virtual reality immersive media streaming platform, is officially available to the public. This innovative platform transforms traditional entertainment by enabling users to seamlessly watch standard 2D, 180 and 360 immersive media content and movies. Fourth Star redefines how audiences engage with immersive storytelling, offering an unparalleled first-person centric perspective on entertainment.
“Fourth Star is more than just a platform – it’s a revolution in entertainment,” said Greg Simon, Co-Founder & CEO of Fourth Star. “We’ve created an immersive experience where users can not only consume content but also actively participate in it. Our vision is to transform how people experience media content and movies in a way that has never been done before.”
A New Era of Interactive Entertainment
The largest immersive media streaming platform available on Sidequest, users can explore nearly forty unique environments, interact with AI-driven crew, and experience entertainment in an entirely new way. Fourth Star offers a groundbreaking approach to digital engagement, whether socializing in the Cafe, customizing avatars in private Apartments or Ships, or stepping directly into a movie’s storyline.
“The combination of VR, AI, and blockchain in Fourth Star sets a new standard for immersive entertainment,” said Craig Wiltshire, CTO of Fourth Star. “Our vision is to seamlessly integrate all three technologies into the user experience. We are redefining the entertainment experience from passive observation to active creation.”
Built for Content Partners
Fourth Star is a self-serve platform designed for content partners of all sizes, from individual creators to blockbuster studios. Content partners can set up an account, create content channels, and begin monetizing their work immediately. No integration is required, allowing for seamless onboarding and instant access to a global audience. The Creator Portal empowers partners to distribute and profit from their immersive media with ease, making Fourth Star a truly open and accessible metaverse for digital entertainment.
Key Features of Fourth Star
- VR Streaming Platform – Users can access nearly forty environments and own their own luxury apartments and ships all equipped with an immersive media streaming entertainment hub.
- Social & Customization – Connect with others in dynamic social hubs, personalize your avatar, and invite your friends to your own luxury apartment and ship.
- Player Portal – Users can access the web-based marketplace to explore content, invite friends,
- Creator Portal – Set up an account, create content channels, and begin monetizing your work immediately. No integration is required, allowing for seamless onboarding and instant access to a global audience.
- Blockchain Integration – The FSTR token, built on the Polygon blockchain, powers the ecosystem, providing secure transactions and exclusive rewards.
- AI-Powered Companions – Coming soon
FSTR: The Utility Token Powering Fourth Star
FSTR serves as the primary ecosystem currency within the Fourth Star platform, enabling users to purchase Apartments, Ships, AI Companions, and exclusive content. Token holders benefit from:
- VIP Access – Exclusive events, early screenings, and red carpet experiences.
- Discounts – 25% savings on in-app purchases (IAPs) and entertainment content.
A New Paradigm in Entertainment
Fourth Star is designed to deliver the future of entertainment through merging cinematic storytelling with interactive gaming, offering:
- A seamless transition from passive to interactive experiences.
- A thriving community for players, creators, and investors.
- Advanced AI integration for interactive AI characters.
- Don’t just watch the star in the movie, become the star.
Availability and Access
Fourth Star is now live and available for users worldwide on Sidequest. Whether you’re an explorer, content creator large to small, storyteller, or entertainment enthusiast, Fourth Star provides an immersive space to experience digital entertainment like never before.
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