How does FACEIT's matchmaking service compare to the competition?

FACEIT: The Ugly Duckling of Matchmaking Services

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Out of all the third party matchmaking services for CS:GO, few seem to be as universally disliked as FACEIT. From laggy servers to the lackluster anti-cheat, it's a wonder that FACEIT is still being used. With that in mind, what is the...
Between the new mobs, orbs, and shards, Path of Exile's Harbinger league brings a lot of new mechanics to the table.

Path of Exile’s Harbinger League: Mobs, Shards, and Orbs

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The new league and 3.0 came to Path of Exile two weeks ago. We've discussed the new content to death, and it deserves it. The Fall of Oriath expansion is excellent, and it brought quite a few new players in....
These are our picks for the best games of TI7, the biggest Dota 2 tournament of the year.

The Best Games of TI7: 5 Must-Watch Matches

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My day job sometimes sends me out to places with no cell phone reception. It's usually not a big deal, until I have to spend a week camping during the biggest Dota tournament of the year. When I got...

NA LCS Preview: Team EnVyUs Faces Uphill Battle Against CLG

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This Sunday at 12 PM (PDT), sixth place Team EnVyUs (8-10) will face off against current third place contenders Counter Logic Gaming (12-6) in the NA LCS. Let’s start with the good news for CLG fans: Team EnVyUs has enjoyed two splits...
Hearthstone's Arena mode has gotten a bit of a rework with the latest expansion, and players aren't exactly thrilled.

Hearthstone: Arena Issues After New Expansion Release

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The new Hearthstone expansion, Knights of the Frozen Throne, has added a ton of new cards, and shaken up competitive play immensely. Normally, new cards change Arena play quite a bit as well, but with this expansion, things are...
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Team Liquid Unveils L.A. Custom Headquarters

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Team Liquid has released plans on its interactive site for a new workspace in Santa Monica. Rather than following the traditional gaming house model, Team Liquid has opted for a private office separate from the players' living space, with...
Welcome to Dota, you suck. Take a virtual tour of the best Dota 2 YouTube channels.

The Best Dota 2 YouTube Channels

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Can't get enough Dota? Feeling empty now that The International has ended? New player looking to immerse yourself in the greatest MOBA ever created? Don't worry, there are lots of great Dota 2 channels on YouTube to keep you busy. Dota...
Tespa's bold plans for college esports during the 2017 - 2018 academic year include a partnership with Blizzard and unique in-game rewards for Tespa members.

College Esports: Tespa Reveals Plans for 2017 – 2018

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Tespa is North America’s leading college gaming network, with over 65,000 members and 220 student chapters on college campuses across the United States and Canada. Tespa's focus has been on creating a community of student gamers who are able to...
Hearthstone's Knights of the Frozen Throne expansion has introduced exciting new cards, and these are the best decks we've seen so far.

Hearthstone: The Best Decks in Knights of the Frozen Throne

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The latest Hearthstone expansion, Knights of the Frozen Throne, has been out for a few days now, and I'd be lying if I said it wasn't great. The new Death Knight cards range from average to awesome, and they add some...
How did Team Liquid win TI7? Lane dominance, masterful drafting, and the ability to learn from their mistakes all played a significant factor in propelling the team to victory in KeyArena.

Dota 2: How Team Liquid Won TI7

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"Team Liquid are no longer doing it, Team Liquid have done it!" Despite falling down to the lower bracket and battling hard against some outstanding Chinese sides, Team Liquid are your The International 2017 Champions and the undisputed best team in the...
Path of Exile's Fall of Oriath expansion is here. Does it live up to lofty expectations?

The Fall of Oriath: First Impressions

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Path of Exile's Fall of Oriath and 3.0 launch happened last week, which means I've been glued to my computer ever since, forsaking all earthly desires in pursuit of loot, boss battles, and everything else the hit ARPG from Grinding Gear...
Melee vs. ranged laning isn't easy, but if you're patient and pay attention to your matchup, it's not the end of the world.

League of Legends: The Melee vs. Ranged Laning Bible

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When you lane against a ranged champion as a melee, your opponent starts the game with a huge advantage. Any time you step into their range, you're eligible to take free damage. This is most dangerous in early game: pre-6, when...

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