eSports

BEYOND EPIC organizers to give out Battle Pass levels to the fans

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6 years ago

June 23, 2020

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The organizers of BEYOND EPIC series announce a raffle for the virtual seats campaign visitors. Up to 20 fans of the teams-participants will be able to support their favorite players by joining the live broadcast in Zoom. Every day, two fans chosen by the organizers will receive 100 Battle Pass levels each.

Before each match, up to 20 fans will be able to access the “waiting room”. The participants will have to use their SteamID as their names and spend at least 60 minutes in the “virtual seat” with your webcam on.

During the matches, the fans’ video feeds will be included in RuHub Studio’s live broadcast. By doing this, the organizers hope to both make the viewer’s experience more diverse and to give the fans a platform to support their favorite teams on a whole new level.

View the detailed rules here.

About BEYOND EPIC series:

A tournament organizer Epic Esports Events and RuHub studio reveal BEYOND EPIC series scheduled for June 2020 in collaboration with Beyond the Summit, a North American esports production studio. The event will feature two divisions: Europe/CIS and China, with a combined prize pool of $250 000. The joint tournament combines the experience of the three leading esports studios to achieve the best sportmanshow among the world’s leading regions.

BEYOND EPIC participants:

Europe/CIS

- Virtus.pro
- OG
- Ninjas in Pyjamas
- Team Liquid
- Nigma
- Team Secret
- Alliance
- FlyToMoon
- Team Unique
- B8
- ViKin.gg
- Team Empire
China
- PSG.LGD
- Vici Gaming
- Royal Never Give Up
- CDEC Gaming
- Invictus Gaming
- Team Aster
- Sparking Arrow Gaming

The event’s group stage in Europe and CIS is scheduled for 15th through 24th June, in China – 21st through 25th June. Europe/CIS playoffs are scheduled for 25th through 28th June with a prize pool of $200 000. The Chinese division will battle for the championship title and $50 000 on 26-28th June.

Beyond the Summit is a popular esports series organizer, media content creator, and esports streaming studio situated in Los Angeles, California. BTS is an internationally acclaimed esports studio that organizes more than 12 annual series which gather millions of viewers all over the world. Beyond The Summit is known for the premium quality of its content as well as preserving the earliest spirit of esports.

Epic Esports Events has garnered international fame following the conception of its flagship series, the EPICENTER, in 2016. Featuring the strongest esports athletes from all regions of the world, the EPICENTER gathers millions of viewers worldwide, its venues always packed to the brim during the grand finals. The organizers have claimed multiple prestigious awards such as EUBEA, Eventex, MarSpo, BISPO, BEMA, and Sport Leaders Awards.

Furthermore, Epic Esports Events is the organizer of the Epic League, a regular esports league based in CIS and Europe. Over the years, EEE has partnered with a plethora of brands to deliver the best international series experience: Parimatch League, MegaFon Winter Clash, Adrenaline Cyber League, KFC Battle, and others. Epic Esports Events is a member of ESforce holding.

RuHub is a key esports media content producer and the largest Russian-based esports studio in the world. The studio boasts best casters in the region, in-depth analytics, and high-quality broadcasts of all esports world spotlight, including Valve’s esports centerpiece The International.

RuHub studio has covered the most popular and viewed events such as Dota 2 and Fortnite World Championships, CS:GO, Rainbow Six series, and even show matches with Russia’s hockey national team stars.

Esports related streams of RuHub made the studio claim the title of the most popular Twitch channel in the world in May 2019. Furthermore, RuHub’s streams made it to the top-10 of the most-watched broadcast of the first half of 2019. RuHub Studio Dota 2 channel became the most popular Russian-based channel on Twitch in 2019. Another channel of RuHub Studio, this time in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, claimed the second spot. RuHub is a member of ESforce esports holding.

Brazil

Esportes Gaming Brasil exec calls for ‘responsible sponsorship’ at BiS Brasília

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2 hours ago

June 4, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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Esportes Gaming Brasil director Hugo Baungartner used a panel appearance at BiS Brasília (Brazilian iGaming Summit) to argue that sports and cultural sponsorships should be measured by their long-term impact, not just brand visibility. Baungartner spoke during the session “A Importância dos Patrocínios e das Leis de Incentivo para a Sustentabilidade do Esporte e da Cultura.”

During the debate, Baungartner said sector maturity requires a long-term approach that turns sponsorships into platforms for relationship-building and local ecosystem development, connecting with fans, consumers and communities.

He highlighted the group’s sports partnerships with Corinthians, Ceará, Náutico and Ferroviária, as well as support for Brazilian cultural events including Carnaval, São João and the Festival de Parintins. Baungartner said major events can move entire supply chains by boosting tourism, commerce and job opportunities, and pointed to the importance of working with local suppliers and professionals in Parintins to expand the positive impacts of sponsorship spending.

Baungartner also addressed challenges in Brazil’s regulated betting market, saying consolidation depends on governance, integrity and consumer protection, alongside efforts to combat illegal operators. He said advances in provider regulation and stronger financial traceability mechanisms are important steps to limit unauthorized activity and improve user security.

“Patrocínio responsável é aquele que cria conexão real com o público e deixa legado no território. No esporte e na cultura, isso significa investir com governança, transparência e propósito, fortalecendo um ecossistema que gera renda, emprego e oportunidades”, afirmou.

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eSports

Team Vitality and Fulllife Unveil a New FPS Jersey for the Valorant Masters London and IEM Cologne Major 2026

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1 day ago

June 3, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Team Vitality has unveiled its new “FPS Jersey,” specially designed for IEM Cologne 2026 and the VALORANT Masters 2026 in collaboration with its apparel partner Fulllife. Conceived as a strong symbol of ambition, performance and legacy, the jersey features an exclusive central crest and introduces a bold visual evolution for the club.

After making history on Counter-Strike, Team Vitality is celebrating its FPS DNA through a jersey dedicated to its two flagship titles. Through this initiative, the club reinforces its ambition to leave a lasting mark on the world’s biggest FPS stages and establish this jersey as a new benchmark within the esports industry.

AN EXCEPTIONAL JERSEY FOR A HISTORIC MOMENT

For this new release, Team Vitality embraces a completely new visual approach. For the first time in the club’s history, purple is introduced alongside its iconic yellow and black colours, in line with the organisation’s new 2026 artistic direction. This bold creative choice allows the jersey to stand out within the esports landscape while surprising and exciting fans.

The symbol featured on the front of the jersey reinterprets an iconic part of the club’s logo: the “V” combined with the lower section of the bee’s body. This graphic element, called the “Mini Bee,” is integrated throughout the jersey’s design to symbolise the swarm — representing collective strength, the identity of the Hive and the power of the Team Vitality community.

Fulllife has brought its technical expertise to a piece designed both for competition and for the fans in the stands. Every detail reflects the club’s continued rise on the international stage and its ambition to leave a lasting legacy in esports. The accompanying apparel collection also incorporates the same colour palette and includes lifestyle pieces designed for everyday wear.

“We are extremely proud of this new FPS-focused marketing campaign — a true love letter to Counter-Strike and VALORANT. An exclusive jersey, a dedicated fan zone, and numerous activations created hand in hand with our partners for our fans… We are ready for two major international events, with the clear ambition of continuing to establish Team Vitality among the best esports clubs in the world,” said Amélie Canet, Chief Marketing Officer.

PERFORMANCE AND RESPONSIBILITY

The FPS Jersey is manufactured in Portugal using NanoMatter, a technical fabric made from 100% recycled polyester and specifically developed for competitive players. Ultra-comfortable, lightweight and breathable, it is designed to perform under the most demanding conditions.

Each order is delivered in Fulllife’s iconic Capsule packaging, redesigned in Team Vitality’s colors, FSC-certified and accompanied by 100% recycled and recyclable polybags.

“This jersey is one of the boldest pieces we have ever produced. Our role was to bring a strong creative vision to life using the best materials and manufacturing processes available, delivering a product that truly reflects Team Vitality’s ambitions on the international stage,” said Maxime Baziadoly, General Manager of Fulllife.

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Belgium

Epic Games and BLAST bring 2026 Fortnite Global Championship to Antwerp

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2 days ago

June 2, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Epic Games and BLAST will host the 2026 Fortnite Global Championship in Antwerp, Belgium, on September 26-27, marking the FNCS season finale at Lotto Arena.

Epic and BLAST said the event brings the Fortnite competitive circuit and BLAST to Antwerp for the first time. The announcement was made at the Fortnite Major 1 Summit in Düsseldorf, Germany.

A $2,000,000 USD prize pool will be at stake, alongside the FNCS Global Championship trophy crafted by silverware artisan Thomas Lyte.

Epic and BLAST positioned Antwerp—located in the Benelux region—as a travel-friendly destination for fans coming from Belgium, the Netherlands, France and Germany. Ticket information is available via the venue listing.

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