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Sure, gaming at home is comfy. You’ve got your chair, your setup, your snacks. But if you’ve ever loaded into Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, League of Legends, or Valorant side-by-side with friends at a Gaming Cafe, you already know—it’s a completely different vibe. Lan Cafes are back and in a big way. Here we explore where competitive gaming becomes a shared experience, not just something you do alone in your room. 1. The LAN Energy Is Real There’s something unbeatable about sitting next to your teammates. You feel every clutch,...

Below we list some key games that we found to be best enjoyed with friends. If you’re looking for some games to pick up with friends or simply want to diversify your game library look no further. As a gaming cafe, we see what do people play in real time. Not only that we talk to our community all the time to judge what’s hot right now. Also remember, it’s always fun to play with friends online, but it is infinitely more fun to play games together IRL – for...

Setting the scene Many gamers out there, slogging away at traditional jobs, often find themselves daydreaming: What if I could turn my love for gaming into a career? The thought usually goes something like this: “I like games, so imagine how much fun it’d be to earn while playing!” Then reality hits. Beyond a lucky few—professional esports players and influencers—it’s tough to make money simply by playing games. But that doesn’t stop gamers from fantasizing about working in the industry, being surrounded by like-minded people, and building a life around...

In recent years, the world of esports and competitive gaming has exploded in popularity. Esports teams consist of skilled players who compete in video games for prizes, recognition, and entertainment. From first-person shooters like Call of Duty to Multiplayer Online Battle Arenas (MOBAs) like League of Legends, there’s a wide variety of games thriving in the esports realm. If you’re passionate about gaming and dream of creating a winning esports team, this article will help you get started in the world of esports competitions. Building the Perfect Esports Team: Dominating...

There are 3.2 billion video gamers in the world, with a significant portion of that audience being made up of younger people. Esports is becoming an increasingly popular hobby among children and teenagers, and as a parent, there are several ways that you can support your child’s gaming passion. Understand the Benefits of Esports Esports and competitive games can be a great way for your child to develop their hand-eye coordination, teamwork skills, and strategic thinking abilities. It can also provide them with opportunities to develop leadership skills and build...

Can esports positively impact your child’s development? Despite the widespread negativity directed towards gaming in the mainstream media, studies prove that esports can absolutely be beneficial to developing positive behaviours in children. In fact, a 2013 BBC article extensively reported on the benefits of video games, relaying the results of several scientific studies that demonstrated positive cause-and-effect relationships between video games and key cognitive functions, abilities, and skills.   Video games require a vast range of cognitive skills. Team-orientated games such as Fortnite, League of Legends, Dota 2, and Apex Legends also require...

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Nothing screams Esports like a proper Bootcamp. During early July we welcomed 8 of the top Apex Legends Professional Esports teams from across the globe ahead of the Apex Legends Global Series Split 2 Playoffs in London.  Players were treated to state of the art PCs for international scrims along with food and drink delivered to their desks at the click of a button! Amongst the teams was our very own GLYTCH Energy! The boys from Brazil put in a momentous effort. Despite being knocked out in the losers bracket by...

Online gaming has revolutionised the way we connect and compete with others. Competitive games, in particular, offer thrilling experiences and foster camaraderie among friends and co-workers. However, with so many available, it can be challenging to pick which games to play! The New Meta guide to the best competitive games to play with friends: Valorant Developer: Riot GamesPublisher: Riot GamesRelease Date: June 2, 2020Platform: PC and consoleGenre: First-person shooter (FPS)Website: Valorant Valorant combines precise gunplay with unique character abilities, offering intense 5v5 matches. It features a range of agents, each...

Esports, or electronic sports, has emerged as a rapidly growing extracurricular activity in Secondary education. It is now considered a state-sanctioned path for building science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) skills, as well as fostering social-emotional development. By incorporating esports into schools, student engagement and inclusivity are increased, offering a valuable opportunity for students. Many schools in the UK are currently looking at ways to incorporate Esports into their after-school program or as a BTEC course with many accredited courses coming in the future no doubt. In the meantime,...