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Games

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By VICE Staff
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Rocket League Could Be eSports’ Next Big Sensation

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Tech

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Games

eSports Commentator Lauren Scott Talks Fame and the Rise of Competitive Gaming

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Tech

Adderall Didn’t Make Me Better at ‘Counter-Strike’

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By Emanuel Maiberg
Tech

eSports Union Demands More Money and Private Bathrooms Separate from Fans

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Tech

‘Counter-Strike’ Just Had Its Biggest eSports Event and Nobody Was on Adderall

08.25.15

By Emanuel Maiberg
Tech

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By Emanuel Maiberg

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Gaming

This Upcoming Roguelike Rhythm Game Has Me Wondering Why This Wasn’t Done Sooner

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By Dwayne Jenkins
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Gaming

‘Marvel Rivals’ Released Its Ambitious Roadmap, and I Need It Now

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11.16.24

By Dwayne Jenkins
Screenshot: YouTube/Valve

Gaming

Seriously, You Can Get ‘Half Life 2’ With All the Fixings for Free

Here’s my formal apology for the last ‘Half Life’ article. This time, I’m serious. Promise. It’s a super-limited window, though.

11.16.24

By Dwayne Jenkins
Screenshot: Xbox

Gaming

Xbox Should Accept the Publisher Role

Xbox has been a presence in the gaming world for years, but waning popularity console-wise should make them look at Sega for inspiration.

11.16.24

By Anthony Franklin II
Screenshot: Sony Interactive Entertainment

Gaming

All Gas, No Brakes: Why Simulation Racing Isn’t for Me

Racing games have to supply a particular feel for me to lock in. And I can acknowledge that’s my problem. But give me all the arcade racing.

11.16.24

By Anthony Franklin II