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Rising from the ashes: Oriental Phoenix, Mobile Legends Bangladesh Champion
In August this year, the local esports team 'Oriental Phoenix' emerged victorious in Mobile Legends Bangladesh Championship (MBC), the official, national-level esports tournament for the mobile game 'Mobile Legends: Bang Bang' (MBBL). In an exclusive interview, the team delved into their journey, their triumphs, and the secrets behind their success in the rapidly evolving esports arena of Bangladesh.
Baldur's Gate 3 wins Game of the Year 2023
The role-playing video game Baldur's Gate 3 has been awarded the Game of the Year 2023 by The Game Awards. Released fully for Windows on August 3 and later on PS5 on September 6, Baldur's Gate 3 offers both single-player and multiplayer options to explore dungeons and tackle quests using pre-generated characters in a world based on the popular tabletop game Dungeons & Dragons.
Every Grand Theft Auto game ranked from best to worst
Grand Theft Auto has been a gaming juggernaut for over two decades, delivering open-world mayhem and satirical stories that have captivated millions of players. But with so many entries in the series, how do they stack up against each other? On the heels of the exciting announcement of the next instalment in the Grand Theft Auto franchise, Grand Theft Auto VI, we're taking a look back at the entire series and ranking every main entry from the top-down beginnings to the sprawling modern epics.
Press Release / Asus launches ROG Ally handheld gaming device in Bangladesh
The handheld gaming device ROG Ally is equipped with an AMD 4nm 8 core/16 thread Ryzen Z1 Extreme Processor, runs on Windows 11, and supports gaming platforms such as Steam, Xbox Game Pass, Epic, and GOG.
GTA 6 trailer out: watch here
Rockstar Games has officially unveiled the first trailer for their upcoming video game, Grand Theft Auto VI. The latest installment to the widely popular GTA franchise will be released in 2025, and as of now, announced to be playable on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
GTA 6 trailer to be released on December 5
Grand Theft Auto 6, one of the most anticipated game by gamers around the world, is set to release its game trailer on December 5 at 9 am ET ( 8 pm Bangladesh time) according to a post on X by Rockstar.
Saiful Islam from Bangladesh qualifies for official Street Fighter 6 tournament
M Saiful Islam Anik, an e-sports player from Bangladesh, has qualified for the main stage of Capcom Cup X, the official Street Fight 6 tournament held by Capcom. Anik will be the sole Bangladeshi representative in this event.
GTA trilogy coming to Netflix on December 14
Netflix has announced that three Grand Theft Auto (GTA) titles—GTA III, Vice City, and San Andreas—will be available for free on Android and iOS devices for subscribers starting December 14. Netflix users worldwide, including users in Bangladesh, can secure early access by pre-registering on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
Farid Islam to represent Bangladesh in Global Esports Games 2023
Bangladeshi esports player Farid Islam has recently secured a spot in the main stage of the Global Esports Games Riyadh 2023 for the Street Fighter 6 tournament. He will be the only player in this international tournament to represent Bangladesh, competing against 31 other players from all around the world.
PlayStation Portal: a game-changer or gimmick?
PlayStation fans who grew up with the classic PlayStation Portable (PSP) and later PlayStation Vita might find the $200 price tag on the latest portable PS accessory quite appealing. However, there is more than what meets the eye with the new Portal. Let's take a look into what the brand-new PS Portal really is.
GTA 6 trailer releasing early December
Rockstar Games has announced that it will release the first trailer for the highly anticipated next installment in the Grand Theft Auto series in early December. This announcement comes as the renowned video game publisher prepares to celebrate its 25th anniversary next month.
Rockstar Games may announce GTA 6 this week
Rockstar Games is expected to announce the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI this week, according to sources familiar with the matter. This news comes after a tumultuous period last year when the gaming community witnessed the release of early development footage due to a significant security breach. The leak, which Rockstar attributed to a "network intrusion," resulted in the conviction of two UK teenagers earlier this year.
Nintendo announces 'Legend of Zelda' live-action film
Nintendo has recently announced the development of a live-action film of their hit video game series, The Legend of Zelda. The film will be produced by Shigeru Miyamoto, Representative Director and Fellow of Nintendo, and Avi Arad, producer of the recent Spider-Man movies. The film will be directed by Wes Ball, director of The Maze Runner movies.
Counter-Strike in Bangladesh: a retrospective
Fans of all ages will agree that Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, or CSGO in short, was a hit in Bangladesh. However, unbeknownst to many of the newer generation is the history and extent of the franchise’s popularity in Bangladesh, which roots back nearly two decades.
A tale of teamwork and determination: Kral’s Council, MLBB Champion of D1 Cup S2
In September this year, local fans and gamers were treated to the "country's largest" esports tournament, the Discovery One Cup Season 2. There, in the Mobile Legends (MLBB) section - competing against over 120 teams - the group called 'Kral's Council' emerged victorious, earning a cash prize of BDT 6 lakh. In an exclusive interview with 'Kral's Council', we delve into their journey, their triumphs, and the passions that drive them to excel in a rapidly evolving world and what is next for them.
Microsoft acquires Activision Blizzard for $69 billion
Microsoft, the famous tech giant and maker of the Xbox consoles, has recently acquired the video game company Activision Blizzard for $69 billion. With this acquisition, Microsoft now owns several video game franchises originally owned by Activision Blizzard, including popular titles such as Call of Duty, Overwatch, Warcraft, and Candy Crush.
The future of the mobile gaming industry in Bangladesh
As the global mobile game development industry continues to skyrocket, Bangladesh stands on the precipice of an exciting opportunity that promises to reshape the gaming landscape and the country's digital future. While the mobile gaming industry in Bangladesh faces its share of challenges, it is a sector brimming with opportunities and a rapidly expanding user base.
Unity CEO retires after controversial pricing policy
Unity Technologies, the company behind the popular video game development platform Unity Engine, announced yesterday that their CEO, John Riccitiello, will be retiring effective immediately. This decision comes about a month after Unity's controversial decision to charge developers based on the number of games they have running on the Unity engine.
