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BMIC 2026 Points Table: Live Standings After Day 2
BMIC 2026 points table: Nongshim Redforce lead with 128 points after 12 matches. Full standings, scoring and match 12 result.


Ongoing Esports Tournaments November 2026: Schedule, Roadmap and Prize Pools
Esports tournaments in November 2026: BMIC, Worlds, IEM Beijing, FFWS and more, with dates, locations and prize pools in one place.


VALORANT Patch 13.09: Hush Arrives, Warden Buffed, Clove Nerfed
VALORANT Patch 13.09 adds new agent Hush, buffs the Warden and nerfs Clove's Pick-me-up. Full changes, numbers and bug fixes.


Gaming Mouse DPI vs Polling Rate: What Actually Matters for FPS Games
DPI is sensitivity, polling rate is update speed. Learn what values pro FPS players use, whether 8000 Hz is worth it, and how to set up your mouse for CS2 and VALORANT.
Games Updates


VALORANT Patch 13.09: Hush Arrives, Warden Buffed, Clove Nerfed
VALORANT Patch 13.09 adds new agent Hush, buffs the Warden and nerfs Clove's Pick-me-up. Full changes, numbers and bug fixes.


Necromancer: Undead Legion RPG: Trailer, 36 Undead Types, Pre-Registration and Everything We Know
Solo Korean developer Ancoach Studio has released a new trailer for Necromancer: Undead Legion RPG, a dark-fantasy action RPG for Android and iOS. Raise or detonate fallen enemies, command 36 undead types and pre-register now. Full details and FAQ.


Battle SHIRYU on Steam: Webcam Hand-Controlled Paper Dragon Game, Price, Specs and Release Details
Battle SHIRYU is out on Steam for Windows and macOS. A normal webcam reads your hand, and you steer a handmade paper dragon into Moai statues to start chain explosions. Price, PC specs, AI disclosure and FAQ.


Abyss Expedition Review Guide: Loot-Board Roguelike RPG for Android and iPhone, Gameplay Video and Details
Abyss Expedition is a free-to-play roguelike RPG from solo Korean developer SONGISTORE. Draw gear from a limited loot board, pack your bag, and fight the kings of the Abyss. Gameplay video, screenshots, monetisation facts and FAQ.
CS:GO


Gaming Mouse DPI vs Polling Rate: What Actually Matters for FPS Games
DPI is sensitivity, polling rate is update speed. Learn what values pro FPS players use, whether 8000 Hz is worth it, and how to set up your mouse for CS2 and VALORANT.


PGL Masters Bucharest 2026: FURIA Beat Nemiga 3-2 in the Grand Final
FURIA won PGL Masters Bucharest 2026 CS2, beating Nemiga 3-2 in the Grand Final after losing map one 2-13. Playoff results, scores and prize money.


10 Best Free FPS Games for Beginners in 2026 (Tested & Ranked)
Looking for the best FPS games for beginners? At TheGaming Diary, we tested and ranked free first-person shooters based on learning curve, tutorials, matchmaking, respawn mechanics, player population, and how difficult they feel for a new player. Whether you want an easy FPS to learn, a competitive shooter you can grow into, or a multiplayer FPS that won't throw you into impossible matches, this list gives you the best options to start with. We've all been there. You load int


CS2 Settings Guide: The Complete Setup for All Skill Levels
Counter-Strike 2 boasts over 1 million daily active players on Steam, making it one of the most competitive shooters on the planet. Yet the majority of those players are actively sabotaging their own performance — not through poor aim or bad game sense, but through misconfigured settings. This CS2 settings guide exists to fix that. The right configuration can reduce input lag, stabilize your frame rate, sharpen your crosshair visibility, and — critically — bring your in-game
DOTA


How to Play Dota 2: A Comprehensive Guide for New Gamers
Dota 2 is a complex, free-to-play multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) where two teams of five players battle to destroy the other’s “Ancient,” a heavily defended structure located in their respective bases.


Uncovering the Truth: Asian Aegis Agenda Elephant in The Room?
Are you confused by the big moves in the Asian Dota 2 world? Recently, famous players have come back to play professionally. Our blog will guide you through these exciting changes and what they mean for fans like you. Get ready for a deep dive into Dota 2's latest chapter. Key Takeaways Famous Dota 2 players like Zhou "YANG" Haiyan and Lu "SOMNUS丶M" Yao are back in action, forming a new team called Elephant 2.0. They aim to shake things up at ESL One Birmingham 2024. Xtreme G
Valorant


VALORANT Patch 13.09: Hush Arrives, Warden Buffed, Clove Nerfed
VALORANT Patch 13.09 adds new agent Hush, buffs the Warden and nerfs Clove's Pick-me-up. Full changes, numbers and bug fixes.


VALORANT Champions 2026: The Ultimate Showdown in Shanghai
VALORANT Champions 2026 Shanghai live results, schedule, teams, groups, format, prize pool, Global Esports updates and how to watch.


Valorant India: More Than a Game, the Backbone of India’s PC Esports Boom
The Indian gaming landscape has witnessed a seismic shift over the past few years, and at the epicenter of this transformation stands Valorant, Riot Games' tactical first-person shooter that has captured the hearts and minds of millions of Indian gamers.


Understanding Valorant Points (VP): Your Guide to Premium Content
Learn everything about Valorant Points (VP) what they are, how to earn them, and how they differ from Radianite Points. Updated 2025 guide with prices & tips.
GTA


GTA 6 Complete Guide (2026): Everything We Know So Far
Here at The Gaming Diary, we're tracking every official update as it drops. Release date, editions, map, characters, pre-order details, and what's still unconfirmed all in one place, updated as Rockstar shares more. Quick note before we start: Grand Theft Auto VI has not been released yet. It is officially confirmed for November 19, 2026. This guide covers everything Rockstar Games and Take-Two have officially confirmed so far. We are not including fake leaks, rumors, or gues
Clash of Clans


Master Clash of Clans Base Layout Design: Gaming Diary's Complete Strategic Framework
Your Clash of Clans base layout is the foundation of everything you do in the game. Whether you're grinding resources, climbing the trophy ladder, or dominating in clan wars, the way you arrange your defenses directly determines your success or failure. Gaming Diary has analyzed thousands of Clash of Clans base layout strategies across all Town Hall levels to develop a comprehensive framework that works for every player—from Town Hall 1 to Town Hall 15. This guide reveals the


The Ultimate Guide to TH13 Base Layouts in Clash of Clans
Quick Answer: A strong TH13 base protects the Giga Inferno Town Hall, uses the two Scattershots to cover the core, and keeps key defenses away from the edge. Pick a war, trophy or farming layout to match your goal, because each mode needs a different defense priority. Town Hall 13 remains one of the most competitive levels in Clash of Clans, where every trophy, war star, and resource counts. Whether you're grinding in Legend League, dominating Clan War Leagues, or protecting
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