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THE ESPORTS AWARDS REVEALS FULL LINEUP OF FINALISTS AHEAD OF SUMMER CEREMONY AT ESPORTS WORLD CUP

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Disguised Toast, S8UL Esports, and Riot Games are among the finalists revealed live on stream by on-air talent Trevor “Quickshot” Henry and host Jasmine “Veracity” Kanuga.

  • The summer ceremony, taking place at the end of the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, August 24th, will focus on the Entertainment and Creative categories. The Esports Awards will have a second ceremony in London at the end of the year to give a spotlight to the Pro categories.
  • The Esports Awards have partnered with the global gaming and esports festival, Esports World Cup, alongside sports and lifestyle brand Oakley to elevate the ceremony to new heights
  • Voting is now open for the Riyadh ceremony finalists, register your vote at esportsawards.com/vote/
  • You can register your interest to attend this year’s ceremony at esportsawards.com/register-interest/

The Esports Awards, the most prestigious night in the esports calendar, is excited to unveil the finalists for this year’s Riyadh ceremony. With voting now open for fifteen categories, including Esports Game of the Year, Streamer of the Year, and Esports Breakthrough Player of the Year, fans can expect the biggest ceremony yet. The main event, in partnership with the Esports World Cup, will conclude the tournament circuit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on August 24th.

The finalists were announced live across the Esports Awards broadcast platforms, including their Twitch.tv channel, presented by former LEC caster and seasoned on-air talent Trevor “Quickshot” Henry alongside esports host and interviewer Jasmine “Veracity” Kanuga.

This year’s Esports Awards will see the return of fan and industry favourite activities, including the Lifetime Achievement Award award, which celebrates individuals who have dedicated their professional lives to improving the industry. The Esports Awards Village and the Red Carpet event will be back as well, which in 2023 featured a Razer-customised 2024 Lexus TX and the iconic Glambot, capturing and creating memorable moments for fans and attendees alike.

The full lineup of categories and finalists for the Esports Awards Riyadh are:

Entertainment

Streamer of the Year

  • Nicholas “Jynxzi” Stewart
  • Kai Cenat
  • Ibai “Ibai” Llanos
  • Cody “Clix” Conrod
  • Darren “iShowSpeed” Watkins Jr.
  • Case “CaseOh” Baker
  • Félix “xQc” Lengyel
  • Marc “Caedrel” Lamont
  • Victor “Coringa” Augusto
  • Alexandre “gAuLeS” Chiqueta
  • Samantha “Rivers” Treviño

Esports Personality of the Year

  • Jeremy “Disguised Toast” Wang
  • Tarik “tarik” Çelik
  • Matthew “Nadeshot” Haag
  • Seth “scump” Abner
  • Ibai “Ibai” Llanos
  • James Banks
  • Marc “Caedrel” Lamont
  • Naman “Mortal” Sandeep Mathur
  • Bruno “Nobru” Goes

Esports Content Group of the Year

  • G2 Esports
  • Offline TV
  • Karmine Corp
  • Sentinels
  • Fnatic
  • T1
  • S8UL Esports

Esports Game of the Year

  • Counter-Strike 2
  • VALORANT
  • League of Legends
  • Mobile Legends: Bang Bang
  • Dota 2
  • Apex Legends
  • Rainbow Six Siege
  • Rocket League
  • PUBG Mobile

Mobile Esports Game of the Year

  • Mobile Legends: Bang Bang
  • Brawl Stars
  • Honor of Kings
  • PUBG Mobile
  • Call of Duty: Mobile
  • Clash Royale
  • Free Fire
  • Pokémon UNITE

Industry

Esports Content & Coverage Platform of the Year

  • Liquipedia
  • Esports Chart
  • Dexerto
  • HLTV
  • Dot Esports
  • Sports Business Journal
  • Esports Insider

Esports Publisher of the Year

  • Riot Games
  • Valve
  • Epic Games
  • Microsoft Gaming
  • Ubisoft
  • Capcom
  • EA
  • Moonton

Esports Commercial Partner of the Year

  • Red Bull
  • Intel
  • Logitech G
  • Mastercard
  • Razer
  • Lenovo
  • AT&T
  • Adidas

Creative

Creative Team of the Year

  • ESL FACEIT Group
  • Riot Games
  • BLAST
  • 100 Thieves
  • Flyquest
  • LOUD
  • NRG/Full Squad Gaming
  • Sentinels
  • Team Liquid
  • Team Vitality
  • G2 Esports

Esports Content of the Year

  • GODS ft. NewJeans (뉴진스) (Official Music Video) | Worlds 2023 Anthem – League of Legends
  • Think Like A Pro VALORANT Duelist | Know Your Role
  • G2 Esports x Mastercard: Mastercard Gamer Academy Educational Content Series
  • Manners maketh man | T1 x Ralph Lauren
  • TEAM LIQUID x AURA & ECHO || HELLO INDONESIA & THE PHILIPPINES
  • The 3 prodigies of Rocket League | Worlds 2023 documentary

Pro

Esports Breakthrough Player of the Year

  • Danil “donk” Kryshkovets – Team Spirit
  • Cauan “cauanzin” Pereira – LOUD
  • Stanislav “Malr1ne” Potorak – Team Falcons
  • Han “SangJoon” Sang-jun – REJECT WINNITY
  • Pedro “swiftt” Gomes – Ninjas in Pajamas
  • Daniel “Daniel” Piecenski – G2 Stride
  • Wang “UMA” Yuan-hao – Street Fighter player
  • Rayan “Sniper” Shoura – 100 Thieves

On-Air

Esports Analyst of the Year

  • Emily Rand
  • Mimi “aEvilcat” Wermcrantz
  • Jacob “Pimp” Winneche
  • Tyler “Tbates” Bates
  • Mathieu “Maniac” Quiquerez
  • Kevin “Purge” Godec
  • The7WorldsGaming
  • Léo “Alphama” Robine

Fans can also expect upcoming announcements around the beloved Lifetime Achievement award, which is celebrated at its own dedicated moment, alongside additional awards that will be announced live during the main ceremony this

August in Riyadh including:

  • Breakthrough Game of the Year
  • ONES TO WATCH
  • Community Leader

“Year on year, I am amazed at the vast and incredible talent present in the esports industry. It’s an absolute honour to gather everyone across all aspects of the industry to acknowledge and celebrate excellence in esports and foster growth for the industry,” said Michael Ashford, CEO of the Esports Awards, “With the Esports Awards kicking off in Riyadh earlier this year, amidst a calendar brimming with incredible events, we wanted to make sure we give every achievement the spotlight it deserves. This is why for the first time this year we are hosting not one, but two ceremonies! Stay tuned for more details about the London ceremony later this year, where we’ll be shining an even brighter light on the Pro categories.”

This year, for the very first time, the Esports Awards has split its awarding ceremony into two separate events. The first ceremony will take place on August 24th as part of the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and the second ceremony will take place in London later this year. The second ceremony will feature a heavier focus on the Pro categories, picking up fan favourite awards such as Esports Player of the Year and Esports Team of the Year.

Fans can stay tuned for more details around the Esports Awards London ceremony at: x

Fans can catch the finalist announcement live stream, and VOD, across Esports Awards official broadcast channels: X, Twitch and youtube.

The 2024 Esports Awards is brought to you in partnership with the Esports World Cup and Oakley. Find out more about the Esports Awards Riyadh at: esportsawards.com/

 

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Saroca Unveils the Transformational Leadership Program for 2025

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Saroca Reimagines Leadership Development for the Gaming Industry

Saroca, a leader in professional development for the gaming industry, is proud to announce its Transformational Leadership Program, launching February 2025. Building on the success of the 2024 LeadHERship Program—a pioneering initiative for women in gaming—the new program expands its reach with two distinct cohorts: one exclusively for women and another open to all genders.

The Legacy of LeadHERship

The 2024 LeadHERship Program achieved an exceptional Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 90, with participants citing transformative growth. With participants like Clemence Dujardin citing it as a “game-changer”. Confidence in leadership abilities rose by 46%, resilience increased by 27%, and imposter syndrome diminished by 39%.

Participants praised the program’s focus on emotional resilience, feedback mastery, executive presence and communication all in a supportive community.

Leadership Development: A Game-Changer for Gaming

In a rapidly evolving and diversifying industry, strong leadership is essential. Saroca’s programs go beyond skill-building to foster resilience, trust, and inclusivity—key traits for thriving in the global gaming market.

“We believe leadership is not about hierarchy—it’s about transformation,” said Emily Leeb, CEO of Saroca. “The Transformational Leadership Program reflects our commitment to cultivating leaders who will shape the future of gaming.”

Transformational Leadership Program Highlights

The program builds on the proven curriculum of its predecessor, featuring:

  • Two Cohorts: A women-only cohort and a new all-gender cohort to enrich perspectives.
  • Eight Modules: Covering topics such as emotional intelligence, self-advocacy, and radical candor.
  • Community and Growth Tracking: Strengthening connections and measuring individual progress.

Registration Now Open

The Transformational Leadership Program begins in February 2025, with limited spots available. Scholarships are also offered to ensure accessibility. For more information, visit Saroca’s website or contact [email protected].

About Saroca

Saroca is a leader in leadership development for the gaming industry, committed to empowering professionals through inclusive, high-impact programs that drive personal and professional growth.

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Play’n GO, the world’s leading casino entertainment provider, has today announced a partnership with Austrian state lottery operator Win2Day.  

This partnership sees legendary titles from the Swedish-founded gaming giant, such as Reactoonz, Rise of Olympus, and Rich Wilde and the Tome of Madness live on Win2Day’s platform for players to enjoy.  

As of November 2024, Play’n GO offers a portfolio of over 350 premium titles in over 30 jurisdictions worldwide.  

Tove Aldefors, Head of Regional Sales Central and Western Europe at Play’n GO, said “It’s exciting to launch our games with the Austrian state lottery, and Win2Day are the perfect partner for our brand. They share our beliefs about a regulated, sustainable, player entertainment-led industry. We’re looking forward to many years of success working together.” 

Georg Wawer, Managing Director win2day, added “We are the only licensed operator in Austria. Therefore our objective is to provide all major igaming operators on our platform. Play’n GO is one of the international powerhouses and therefore we are delighted to be able to offer their content on our platform. We view Play’n GO as a competent and responsible partner for win2day and we’re confident this partnership will prove fruitful.” 

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Week 47/2024 slot games releases

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Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming

Introducing Magawa vs Mines, the debut game from Slammer Studios – a fresh new player in the industry. With the launch of this vibrant 7×7 slot, the studio is kicking things off in style. Inspired by the legendary Magawa, a rat whose life-saving landmine detection skills have earned worldwide acclaim, this game pays tribute to this incredible hero. With Magawa vs Mines, players get to honour the courage of an extraordinary rat, reliving his daring missions through high-energy gameplay.

 

 

Spinomenal has added Zeus Unchained Hold & Hit to its marvellous Mythology series. Zeus Unchained Hold & Hit presents a grid framework of 5×3 and is set at 25 fixed lines. Once the action is underway, players join Zeus, the ancient Greek god of sky and thunder for a battle on the reels. A powerful soundtrack heightens the anticipation as players look for Wild symbols on screen.

 

Betsoft Gaming brings players to the heights of Mount Olympus with Coins of Zeus – Hold & WinTM, an engaging video slot with a 3×3 grid and 5 paylines set in a stunning Ancient Greek theme. From immersive visuals to thrilling gameplay features, Coins of Zeus – Hold & WinTM brings mythology to life, delivering divine entertainment and win potential.

 

 

BGaming is helping players hunt for ancient treasures in its latest release Catdiana. Boasting two purr-fect bonus games, the gameplay is further enhanced through cat-themed scatters, coveted coins and high-value gem symbols. The 5×3 reel action unfolds deep within a mystical cat temple where Catdiana goes on the prowl, performing as a wild to guide players to hidden treasures and big wins.

 

Tom Horn Gaming, a leading igaming software supplier, has unveiled its latest game, Wild Snowfakes, just in time for the winter season. A winter-themed slot transports players to a serene snowy wonderland filled with excitement and rewards. This medium-to-high variance game is played across a 5×3 gaming grid, populated with frosty fruit symbols and snowflakes, which act as wilds.

 

Evoplay, the award-winning game development studio, has revealed its latest immersive slot, Dolce Dreams, offering a sweet twist on the classic Italian café culture, with the experience designed for high engagement and substantial win potential. Set against the backdrop of a charming streetside cafe, Dolce Dreams features stacked Wilds in the form of waffle ice creams, which substitute for other symbols to maximise winning combinations.

 

Relax Gaming is taking players on an exhilarating snowy adventure with the launch of Winter Champions, a sports-themed slot that propels players through the mountain tops in pursuit of golden victories. At the heart of Winter Champions is the innovative Sliding Respins mechanic, ensuring the reels remain active as long as winning combinations continue to land, adding a layer of non-stop excitement to the gameplay.

 

Nolimit City is serving up a twisted carnival treat in Munchies. Step into the fair grounds as Nolimit’s latest Labs game released following the release of Outsourced: Slash Game. As a Labs title, expect a fresh and experimental spin on the classic Nolimit style. In the heart of the carnival tents lies a curious attraction: Fluffers—a cute, cuddly, but oh-so-smelly creature that’s causing quite the commotion among visitors. Some may say it’s the attraction of the year!

 

Thunderkick has unveiled Split Happens, the latest addition to its product portfolio that combines a quirky bowling theme with Walking Wilds and respins to provide a unique and compelling gaming experience. The action takes place across a classic 5×3 grid, where winning combinations can be formed both ways to help unlock 3,000x maximum wins.

 

 

Amusnet has released its latest video slot, 10 Bulky Fruits. It is not an ordinary fruit slot but a dazzling, energetic and exciting game. This is a 5-reel, 10-fixed paylines video slot that offers vivid gameplay, epic sound effects and a variety of features. Keep an eye out for the Clover Wild Symbol and its great rewards – it appears on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th reel. The Star and the Dollar are the shiny Scatter symbols boosting the winnings.

 

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and Booming Games are getting in the spirit early with the November arrival of their fresh, festive game, Holly Jolly Bonanza 2. ‘Tis the season for snowy slots, and just like Santa Claus himself, Holly Jolly Bonanza 2 delivers in style. This sparkling sequel is a sure-fire Christmas classic, a 5×6 game with cascading reels, introducing new features to the festive game.

 

How deep do you dare to descend in Yellow Slotmarine by Twin Win Games – the exciting new slot where cash prizes can be accumulated and collected on any base game spin, but three bomb symbols are always lurking to potentially blow players out of the water. Utilising just three reels and one row of symbols, Yellow Slotmarine introduces a completely new mechanic where every character that lands contributes towards a specific cash pot.

 

Gaming Corps is proud to announce the release of Wet and Wild Beavers. This charming new slot game also marks the debut of the exciting new A-MAZE-CADES™ mechanic. This playful adventure takes players down to the river, where a team of ingenious beavers plot their daring escape by the riverbank. Follow Red Rocket, Old Blue and Yella Fella as they utilise a series of creative bonus features to escape the dam and get their hands on wins of up to 10,000x the player’s stake.

 

Explore a prosperous underwater world and harness the power of the formidable Greek God of the Sea Poseidon in Stakelogic’s latest release, Trident of Legends. This enchanting aquatic adventure invites players to tap into the awe-inspiring power of the mythical Poseidon as they embark on a quest for fortune. With Poseidon’s legendary Trident in hand, players can trigger enticing bonuses while playing for wins of up to 10,000x their stake.

 

Play’n GO invites players to join the Wilde family in Wildest Gambit, a globe-trotting 5×3 slot that combines adventure, mystery, and massive win potential with an x20,000 Multiplier. Wildest Gambit unites the legendary Wilde family – Rich, Cat, and Uncle Gerard – in an epic journey across four unique destinations. From the golden sands of Egypt to the dense jungles of South America, players will experience a dynamic blend of Expanding, Sticky, and Multiplier Wilds.

 

 

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