Method partners with SCAN for Race to World First
British esports organisation Method has announced a partnership with hardware supplier SCAN Computers. The deal will see SCAN...
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Find out all the latest news from the UK esports industry here! From ecosystem developments within the country to the UK's local teams and competitions.
Insomnia Gaming Festival cancels i74
UK-based gaming and esports event Insomnia Gaming Festival has announced the cancellation of its Insomnia...
British Esports signs Armed Forces Covenant
The British Esports Federation has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging to support serving personnel,...
Tranmere Rovers launches six-week esports initiative
The community branch of English football club Tranmere Rovers has launched an esports and digital...
F1 Esports champion becomes real-world instructor at Silverstone
A two-time Formula One Sim Racing World Champion has secured a role at one of...
NSE names Vita Student as headline partner
National Student Esports (NSE), the official body of UK university esports, has announced Vita Student...
Fnatic issues statement following recent online player abuse
Fnatic has issued a statement reiterating its zero-tolerance stance on abuse directed at its players...
Motorsport UK reveals 2026 esports calendar
Motorsport UK has unveiled its full sim racing calendar for the 2026 season, featuring a...
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Your guide to the Content Box at ESI London 2024
ESI London 2024 is the first edition of the renowned UK-based esports industry event to operate under a...
BLAST partners with Pot Noodle ahead of Spring Final in London
Esports tournament organiser BLAST has announced a partnership with instant noodle company Pot Noodle ahead of the upcoming...
Merging to form a giant: The story of GIANTX
From the outside looking in, EXCEL Esports and Giants Gaming were well-established names in esports, but both desired...
ESI London 2024 Panel showcase: “The show must go on”
Ahead of ESI London 2024 on June 13th, we take a look at the topic behind one of...
What major esports events are happening in the UK? (2024)
Major esports events celebrate the pinnacle of their sport. With some events taking place in front of thousands...
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