Gaming

Whether it’s watching a large, organized esports event, or just someone’s play-along-with-me feed, video game streaming has gotten bigger.

In this Cover Story, we examine the esports evolution, and how erstwhile geeks have been transformed into global superstars.

With the rise of crypto-gaming, people are adopting the play-to-earn model as they win rewards that they can exchange for actual cash.

When you watch a gaming tournament or a streamer playing, here are some of the most common words or phrases you might find in the chat.

Previously a tournament exclusive, the Secretlab The International 10 Edition will be available to buy in limited quantities for the first time ever. #GadgetsMagazine #Secretlab #TheInternational

The update will introduce the last of the six major islands of Inazuma, a new playable character Thoma, and a series of new challenges and mini-games full of fun and rewards. #GadgetsMagazine #GenshinImpact #IntoThePerilousLabyrinthOfFog

Fans can look forward to Genshin Impact-themed designs on Razer’s award-winning products including the Razer DeathAdder V2 Pro gaming mouse, Razer Iskur X ergonomic gaming chair as well as the Razer Goliathus Speed gaming mouse mat. #GadgetsMagazine #miHoYo #Razer #GenshinImpact

At stake is a prize pool worth PHP 2 million (USD 40,000), of which the Grand Champion will receive the lion’s share of PHP 1 million as well as in-game items. #GadgetsMagazine #NevarethLeague2021 #CabalMobile #HeroesofNevareth

Battle it out against other Valorant teams! Watch the livestream on the foodpanda FB page on Saturday 5PM. #GadgetsMagazine #pandaproCup #foodpanda