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Naming Rights to HyperX Esports Truck Unveiled in Time for CES 2019
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Multiyear Agreement with Allied Esports for North America’s First Mobile Esports Arena
In time for CES 2019, HyperX, the gaming division of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., and Allied Esports, a global esports entertainment company, announced a multiyear naming rights agreement for North America’s first mobile esports arena, now named HyperX Esports Truck. The truck, formally known as Esports Arena DRIVE, made its debut during CES 2018 and will return to the event next month at the Sands Convention Center to make its first 2019 appearance as HyperX Esports Truck.
Expanding HyperX’s presence at gaming, entertainment, lifestyle and music events around the country, the state-of-the-art, 80-foot, 18-wheel, 35-ton semi-trailer unfolds with a push of a button to reveal a self-contained mobile arena featuring a competition stage with full production facilities, a caster studio, social media center and VIP lounge.
In November, HyperX announced the naming rights to HyperX Esports Arena Las Vegas, and now with the mobile esports arena, the naming rights relationship between HyperX and Allied Esports continues to grow.
“HyperX is pleased to continue our relationship with Allied Esports,” said Daniel Kelley, director of corporate marketing, HyperX. “Having the HyperX Esports Truck, and beyond, gives us even more opportunities to reach gamers at tournaments, festivals and sports events in 2019.”
During CES 2019, HyperX will be showing new products including gaming headsets, mice, keyboards, RGB memory products, and its first HyperX USB microphone for streamers, influencers and casters. HyperX will announce a new gaming headset designed in collaboration with a Southern California headphone manufacturer, featuring fully immersive audio capabilities. The products will be demonstrated at The Venetian press suite and CES Unveiled and Pepcom Digital Experience press events.
Beyond the electronics show, Las Vegas visitors on the strip can now witness the newly revealed HyperX Esports Arena Las Vegas and the new large signage installation on the Luxor Hotel. A time-lapse video of the HyperX logo going up for the world to see from air and land can be viewed here.
Inspired by the slogan “We’re All Gamers,” HyperX will also be debuting an innovative advertising campaign featuring HyperX esports, traditional sports and music ambassadors, incorporating their unique vision into the campaign. This campaign is expected to be seen on broadcast, digital and social channels in 2019.
HyperX CES events and activities: |
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HyperX Meeting Suite: |
Jan. 7-10, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., at The Venetian Hotel Tower, Suite 30-236 | |||||
CES Unveiled Media Event: |
Jan. 6, 5 – 8:30 p.m., Mandalay Bay, Shorelines Exhibit Hall (Press Event) | |||||
Pepcom Digital Experience: |
Jan. 7, 7 – 10:30 p.m., Mirage Hotel Conference Center (Press Event) | |||||
CES Esports Panel: |
Daniel Kelley, director of corporate marketing, will provide insight on the “Esports: The New Playground for Marketers” panel |
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Jan. 8, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Aria Hotel, Tech South, Level 1, Joshua 9 | ||||||
HyperX Esports Truck: |
The full-size mobile gaming truck will be at the Sands Convention Center and people will have the opportunity to test drive HyperX gaming accessories. | |||||
HyperX Esports Arena: |
The newly named HyperX Esports Arena will greet visitors arriving by air or by land, and photo opportunities are available by the new arena signage on the Luxor Hotel. |
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HyperX recently announced achieving the No.1 position in PC gaming headset revenue in the U.S. for two years running, according to NPD. HyperX continues to support and expand its influencer roster by recently welcoming Post Malone, award-winning music superstar as the newest brand ambassador to join the HyperX family. Sports celebrity brand ambassadors include Gordan Hayward of the Boston Celtics, Joel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers, Juju Smith-Shuster of the Pittsburg Steelers, Dele Alli of the Premier League and World Cup player, and De’Aaron Fox of the Sacramento Kings. Over 550 Esports players and gaming influencers are included in HyperX roster of ambassadors.
About HyperX:
HyperX is the gaming division of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the world’s largest independent memory manufacturer, with the goal of providing gamers, PC builders, PC, console and mobile power users with high-performance components. For 16 years, the HyperX mission has been to develop gaming products for all types of gamers – high-speed memory, solid state drives, headsets, keyboards, mice, charging accessories for console players, USB flash drives, and mouse pads – to the gaming community and beyond. The award-winning HyperX brand in known for consistently delivering products that deliver superior comfort, aesthetics, performance, and reliability. HyperX gear is the choice of celebrity ambassadors, pro gamers, tech enthusiasts, and overclockers worldwide because it meets the most stringent product specifications and is built with best-in-class components. HyperX has shipped over 60 million memory modules and 5 million gaming headsets worldwide.
Join the global #HyperXFamily at facebook.com/hyperxcommunity, learn how HyperX products can enhance your console experience and boost performance for both you and your PC, console or mobile device at hyperxgaming.com. Whatever your skill level, whatever genres you play, we embrace all gaming enthusiasts everywhere with our core belief — We’re All Gamers.
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OMEN VALORANT Challengers South Asia 2025 Split 2 set to kick off on May 16 with a prize pool of INR 29 lakhs
The top 8 teams battle for a spot at the Split 2 LAN finals on May 31 and June 1
The stage is set for the OMEN VALORANT Challengers South Asia 2025 Split 2 (OMEN VCSA Split 2) as eight of the region’s finest VALORANT teams prepare to clash for glory and a prize pool of INR 29 lakhs. Organised by NODWIN Gaming, a leader in the global esports and gaming ecosystem, in collaboration with Riot Games, makers of the globally acclaimed title, VALORANT, Split 2 of the OMEN VCSA will feature three weeks of high-octane action.
Following a highly competitive Split 1 that amassed over 10 million views across platforms, the tournament enters a critical phase with heightened stakes. Of the eight remaining teams, only the top three will secure a place at the LAN Finals, where they will compete not only for the championship title and prize pool but also for essential Challenger Points that play a decisive role in their qualification journey toward VCT Ascension Pacific 2025.
From the Organizers
Akshat Rathee, Co-Founder & Managing Director, NODWIN Gaming: “The OMEN VALORANT Challengers South Asia is part of a growing ecosystem that’s being shaped by the passion of our players, the energy of the community, and the support of our partners. Split 1 has already shown just how strong that foundation is, with great viewership and fan engagement. As we move ahead, the focus is on creating more opportunities for players and putting South Asia firmly on the global VALORANT map. The potential here is massive—and we’re just getting started.”
Sukamal Pegu, Esports Lead, South Asia, Riot Games: “Split 1 of the OMEN VALORANT Challengers South Asia 2025 laid a strong foundation, elevating the competitive bar and uncovering standout talent from across the region. As we move into Split 2, we expect the intensity to rise even further. At Riot Games, our vision is to build a sustainable esports ecosystem in South Asia, one that empowers players, engages fans, and creates a clear pathway to bigger stages in the VCT (VALORANT Champions Tour) Circuits like the OMEN VALORANT Challengers South Asia are central to that vision, and Split 2 represents another key milestone in shaping the future of competitive VALORANT in the region.”
Prize Pool Distribution:
- Split 2 Winner: ₹12,15,000
- Runner-up: ₹6,48,000
- 3rd Place: ₹4,45,500
- 4th Place: ₹2,43,000
- 5th Place: ₹1,21,500
- 6th Place: ₹1,21,500
- 7th Place: ₹81,000
- 8th Place: ₹81,000
Opening Matches:
- May 16, 2025 | 3:00 PM: Velocity Gaming vs Asterisk
- May 16, 2025 | 6:00 PM: Reckoning Esports vs GE Academy
- May 17, 2025 | 3:00 PM: Revenant x Spark vs XO IND
- May 17, 2025 | 6:00 PM: DotExe Esports vs S8UL Esports (BO3)
An Invitation to the Community
NODWIN Gaming and Riot Games welcome fans, players, and esports enthusiasts from across the region to be a part of the OMEN VALORANT Challengers South Asia 2025. With three high-stakes splits offering a shot at VCT Ascension Pacific 2025, the tournament marks a major step forward for VALORANT esports in the region.
Together, NODWIN Gaming and Riot Games continue to strengthen the esports ecosystem in South Asia, amplifying player stories, uncovering new talent, and uniting fans in celebration of esports brilliance.
Check out the thrilling broadcast of the OMEN VCSA 2025 on the following links :-
Hindi and English broadcast on NODWIN Gaming’s Official YouTube Channel
Hindi Broadcast on NODWIN Gaming’s Official Facebook Page
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OMEN VALORANT Challengers South Asia 2025 Split 2 – Teams & Rosters
Team Name | Players |
Velocity Gaming | Russ |
Lightningf | |
SkRossi | |
damaraa | |
Madelyn | |
SynX | |
Coach – GodspeedxD | |
Revenant XSpark | Antidote |
Rawfiul | |
DEATHMAKER | |
Azys | |
Georgyy | |
venka | |
Coach – Gobz | |
Reckoning Esports | Paradox |
Deadly10 | |
Trickyy | |
Bgg | |
moner | |
Garv | |
Mojo | |
Coach – Inthra | |
GE Academy | kibojn |
r1seN | |
Envy2k | |
LilBOii | |
Yuvi | |
SmokeA | |
Coach – aRubyz | |
S8UL | Hellff |
k1ngkappa | |
miz | |
techno | |
HYBR1DD | |
Hoax | |
Coach – HellrangeR | |
DotExe Esports | RvK |
Makaveli | |
Trinity | |
deecee | |
Kohli | |
TERMI | |
Sanak | |
Coach -AYAN | |
Asterisk | Bullet |
YasH | |
haeart | |
rinsat | |
Enzyy | |
Homeboy | |
PRIME | |
Coach -Sieh | |
XO IND | ShivamVLR |
DOXZ3RRR | |
tryst | |
ScaR | |
Marcai | |
RozsteR | |
GauRanG | |
Coach -darksoul |
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Why 92% of Players Quit: Duamentes Report Exposes Costly Mistakes Across the GameDev Industry
The GameDev industry has stopped growing. Despite strong top-line numbers — mobile ($96.2B), console ($52.4B), and PC ($40.4B) — studios are being stretched by rising production costs, gameplay fatigue, and shifting user expectations.
The Global GameDev market is valued at $189.3B in 2025, signalling stabilization — not acceleration. In mature regions like the US and Europe, growth has stalled entirely. The industry is under pressure: studios are shutting down, layoffs are rising (Meta, Codemasters, Respawn, Nerial, NetEase Games and more), the old success formulas no longer work, and the post-pandemic boom is over.
Duamentes Gaming Report 2025 highlights the urgent need for change: player retention is broken, and most studios fail to understand what players actually want — and by the time they find out in beta, it’s too late to save the game or the business behind it, with examples including:
- Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League (Rocksteady, 2024) launched to high expectations but faced poor reviews and rapid player drop-off, reportedly losing over $200 million before support was scaled back in early 2025.
- Concord (Firewalk Studios, 2024) drew immediate criticism for lacking originality in a crowded hero shooter market, with doubts about its relevance even before launch.
- XDefiant (Ubisoft, 2024) launched with promise but quickly declined due to balance issues and low retention, leading to its shutdown and studio closure in 2025.
“Studios keep building games players don’t want, delay testing, misread player behavior, and try to fix retention too late. We’re seeing the same mistakes repeated across platforms,” said Maria Amirkhanyan, Head of Gaming Division at Duamentes.
Mind the Gap: Why Developers Are Losing Touch with Players
Duamentes report combines global market trends with industry leaders’ in-depth interviews, surveys, and players’ behavioral insights — showing a clear gap between player expectations and developer workflows.
Players want meaning, not just mechanics — they want emotional clarity, narrative hooks, social features that foster belonging, and a genuine respect for their time, not manipulation.
“As short-form platforms like TikTok change how users discover games, the bar for first-session clarity has never been higher. Studios now compete not just with other games — but with every other moment of screen time,” said Maria Amirkhanyan, Head of Gaming Division at Duamentes.
Player challenges
- 92% of players churn before Day 30
- 70% of players drop off within the first few sessions, often before the game has a chance to connect.
- 38% decide whether to quit during the very first session seeking emotional connection, social features, and immediate clarity.
- 60% of new mobile games launched in 5 crowded genres and most struggled to break through.
- 40% of games entering new regions fail due to cultural mismatches in UX, tone, or monetisation.
Industry & Studio Challenges
- 71% of studios delay user testing until beta — but by then, it’s often too late to fix what matters.
- 49% of developers say unionisation is necessary to protect working conditions in an industry increasingly shaped by burnout and uncertainty.
- 40% of developers say their teams have been impacted by layoffs.
- 46% of developers work over 50 hours per week — up from 35% last year
Root causes of failed game releases
The report points to a growing industry divide between those who adapt and those who don’t. As outlined, many studios still rely on practices that no longer serve them:
- “Build first, test later” leads to costly rework
- Relying on genre popularity over emotional engagement
- Live service overload without meaningful progression
- Ignoring cultural nuance during global launches
- Designing for metrics, not meaning
“In turbulent times, playtesting and user research are more important than ever for releasing games that players, critics, and investors love. Gaining early insight into the player experience helps identify problems while there’s still time to fix them, aligns teams around a shared vision of what’s being built, and clarifies development priorities — reducing costly rework and making production more predictable and less chaotic,” stated Steve Bromley, Games User Research Consultant, author of How To Be A Games User Researcher.
Indies Are Rising
While many AAA studios struggle to innovate under mounting costs and conservative pipelines, indie studios are emerging as the creative engine of the industry. With players increasingly seeking smaller, emotionally resonant, and more affordable experiences, indies are filling a crucial gap.
“The quality and relevance of indie games will soar as more developers embrace independence and tools improve… Indie games will claim an all-time high share of top Metacritic titles, putting indie studios at the forefront of innovation,” said Amir Satvat, Game Industry Strategist & Founder of Amir Satvat’s Games Community.
Six Principles to Build High-Performing Games
From the studios that succeed, the patterns are clear — and they’re embedded in the six principles outlined in Duamentes Gaming Report:
- Test onboarding and narrative in early prototyping
- Align UX, monetisation, and player emotion
- Build modular systems to adapt faster
- View player feedback as strategic input, not noise
- Invest in junior talent pipelines, protecting creativity over time
- Respect player time by replacing grind with clarity and purpose
These principles are the result of Duamentes in-depth research, cross-industry benchmarking, and firsthand analysis of what sets high-performing studios apart. As a strategic and product consulting firm operating across 40 countries and 20 industries for nearly a decade, Duamentes has been closely tracking market dynamics. While the industry tightens, the demand for deep, actionable expertise continues to grow.
“We already have that expertise, with a cross-industrial approach and extensive insight database, and now we’re strengthening it further by launching a dedicated Gaming Division, which we’re announcing at the AI & Games User Research conference,” said Maria Amirkhanyan.
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AGCO calls on media platforms to step up the fight against unregulated online gambling sites
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has contacted more than a dozen traditional and digital media platforms, calling on them to stop promoting unregulated online gambling and sports betting sites like Bodog to Ontario residents.
Operated by Il Nido Inc., Bodog is an offshore operator actively targeting Ontarians by advertising on popular traditional and digital media platforms. Despite blocking players in Quebec and Nova Scotia from accessing their unregulated gambling and sports betting sites, Bodog continues to allow Ontarians to access these sites while advertising heavily on traditional and digital media platforms targeting Ontarians.
Under the Gaming Control Act, 1992, Bodog and other online gambling sites are required to register with the AGCO and sign an operating agreement with iGaming Ontario in order to operate in Ontario. Ontario’s regulated igaming framework requires operators to meet comprehensive requirements related to game integrity, player protection, anti-money laundering and information privacy. Bodog’s efforts to direct Ontarians to unregulated gambling undermine player protection and other safeguards which exist in the regulated market, as well as fair market principles.
By airing ads for Bodog and other unregulated operators, legitimate media platforms are providing a veneer of legitimacy to unregulated and high-risk sites and creating confusion for Ontarians. The AGCO is therefore calling on these platforms to take a stand against the promotion of unregulated online gambling sites and remove the ads. By doing so, broadcasters and digital media companies will help reduce the risks these sites pose to Ontarians and support the long-term sustainability of Ontario’s regulated igaming market – all key objectives of the AGCO.
The AGCO will continue to work with its partners – both in Ontario and internationally – to combat these unregulated sites and protect the public.
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“The AGCO is committed to protecting Ontario players and ensuring they have the safest experience by playing on regulated igaming sites. By refusing to carry advertising from unregulated and high-risk operators like Bodog, media organizations can exemplify social responsibility and play an important role in protecting Ontarians and supporting Ontario’s regulated market.” – Dr. Karin Schnarr, Chief Executive Officer and Registrar, AGCO
Media Contact
AGCO Media
[email protected]
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