Simon Hayes

Simon Hayes

iGaming.org Writer Gaming
Simon is a freelance writer who since a young age has been passionate about nothing but gaming. His favorite games are League of Legends and Counter Strike. Simon holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism and is now working remotely while traveling the world.

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Simon's latest articles


South Africa’s Female Counter-Strike 2 Team Triumphs at AEC24

On August 20, 2024, Mind Sports South Africa’s (MSSA) Protea Female Counter-Strike 2 Esports Team achieved a milestone that will be remembered for years to come Facing off against Tunisia, the South African team competed to determine who would represent Africa at the IESF’s World Esports Championships (WEC24) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, set for..
2 years ago

Final Fantasy 16 PC Version Launches September 17 with Playable Demo Now Available

After nearly a year of anticipation, the PC version of Final Fantasy 16 finally has a release date While some fans speculated it might make a surprise appearance at Gamescom, the official launch is set for September 17 Additionally, a playable demo is available now, allowing eager players to experience a portion of the game before its full..
2 years ago

Epic Games Launches Mobile Store for Android and iOS Users

Epic Games has announced the launch of its Epic Games Store on mobile devices, expanding its reach to Android users globally and iOS users within the European Union (EU) This move allows gamers to access popular titles like Fortnite, Fall Guys, and Rocket League Sideswipe directly from their smartphones To celebrate the launch, Epic Games is..
2 years ago

Compete in the Dota 2 Cosplay Contest with SteelSeries

SteelSeries, a leader in gaming and esports peripherals, has announced that registration is now open for the International Dota 2 Cosplay Competition This marks the third year of SteelSeries sponsoring the cosplay event and their fourth consecutive year as the official peripheral partner of The International Dota 2 Championships The..
2 years ago

Floki Unveils Massive Ad Campaign for Valhalla During Premier League Season

Floki, a prominent name in the gaming industry, has launched a significant advertising initiative for its play-to-earn MMORPG, Valhalla This extensive campaign is set to run throughout the remainder of the year and will focus on capturing the attention of English Premier League (EPL) enthusiasts during the 2024-25 season The English Premier..
2 years ago

Gods Unchained Unveils Customizable Avatars and Exciting New Features

The well-known blockchain-based card game Gods Unchained has added a new feature that lets users alter their avatars With this update, gamers can customize their profiles by using their favorite cards as avatars The revelation was announced by the game's Growth Lead, who said, "You don't have to be a rat anymore!" This is a reference to the old..
2 years ago

Floki Launches Major Advertising Push for Valhalla with EPL Partnership

With its most recent ad campaign for the PlayToEarn MMORPG Valhalla, Floki is poised to make a big impression in the advertising world High-profile LED perimeter board advertisements will prominently feature Valhalla throughout the 2024–25 English Premier League (EPL) season With this strategic placement, Valhalla's visibility and brand..
2 years ago

Akash “FGC Hero” Rudro to Represent India in eFootball at 6th AIMAG

The national champion in eFootball is Akash Rudro, popularly known as "FGC Hero," from Kolkata, West Bengal, according to the Esports Federation of India (ESFI) In the eFootball Mobile division at the 6th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games (AIMAG) 2021, he will proudly represent India From November 21 to November 30, 2024, Bangkok/Chonburi,..
2 years ago

KRAFTON Expands into Japanese Market with Tango Gameworks Acquisition

Through the acquisition of Tango Gameworks and its Hi-Fi RUSH intellectual property from Microsoft Gaming, KRAFTON, the massive South Korean video game company, has made a big entry into the Japanese gaming market With this transaction, KRAFTON makes its first significant entry into the competitive gaming market in Japan Tango Gameworks,..
2 years ago

Sonic Generations to Be Delisted, But Sega Offers Access Through Upcoming Bundle

As Sega gets ready to release the enhanced edition of the cherished 2011 3D platformer, Sonic Generations, fans of the franchise will have a bittersweet update Later this year, Sonic x Shadow Generations, the new version, will be released But there's a big twist to this news: Steam will no longer provide the original Sonic Generations..
2 years ago

2024 PUBG Mobile Player Numbers, How Many Are Still Engaged?

Since its debut in March 2018, PUBG Mobile has seen impressive growth as well as considerable setbacks Originally developed by Bluehole and subsequently backed by Tencent to capture a significant share of the battle royale market, the game has faced various challenges and achievements Here’s a snapshot of PUBG Mobile’s recent statistics,..
2 years ago

Helsinki Hosts Big Screen Gaming Summit and PG Connects, Focusing on PC and Console Games

On October 1-2, 2024, in Helsinki, The Big Screen Gaming Summit will premiere in conjunction with Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki This brand-new, two-day event is dedicated to games on PCs, consoles, web3, VR, and AR A single ticket allows attendees to access both events, giving business professionals a holistic experience The summit is intended..
2 years ago

Google Retires Chromecast, Comes Up with Advanced Google TV Streamer

Google is saying goodbye to its beloved Chromecast device, which was first released more than ten years ago The tech behemoth is replacing it with a brand-new streaming device called the Google TV Streamer, which will go up against the likes of Nvidia Shield, Roku, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire Stick Google unveiled the Google TV Streamer today, a..
2 years ago

Underdog Fantasy Unveils New Football Show with Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler

"Heed the Call with Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler," an exciting new football show from Underdog Fantasy, is scheduled to premiere on August 12 This newest addition to the Underdog media network guarantees in-depth coverage of every football game this season, in addition to the most recent information and trades During the preseason, the show will..
2 years ago

Japanese Gaming Stocks Rebound After Historic Nikkei Drop

Sony, Nintendo, CAPCOM, Konami, and SEGA saw their share prices rise by around 10 points today This follows the steepest drop in the Nikkei 225 index in 37 years on Monday Observers noted that prices seemed to stabilize as a brief market correction ended On Tuesday, the Nikkei 225 opened nearly 11% higher after a significant plunge the previous..
2 years ago

EFG Teams Up with Esports World Cup for Multi-Year Partnership

The Esports World Cup, a prestigious annual multi-game esports tournament, has officially partnered with ESL FACEIT Group (EFG) as its operating partner This collaboration, announced by EFG, ensures the tournament's ongoing success through EFG's operational excellence and industry-leading experience Ralf Reichert, CEO of the Esports World Cup..
2 years ago

Honor of Kings Championship 2024 Announced with $1 Million Prize Pool

The Honor of Kings Championship 2024, a significant worldwide esports competition that will cap off the current Honor of Kings esports season, has been revealed by Level Infinite The goal of the competition, which is scheduled for October 2024, is to crown the ultimate global champion of this well-liked mobile game A substantial $1 million..
2 years ago

Manchester United Reveals Fantasy United Game and NFT Collectibles for 2024/25 Season

Manchester United, a storied name in the Premier League, has introduced a new web3 fantasy soccer game called Fantasy United This launch is paired with a range of collectible NFTs for the 2024/25 season Manchester United's new NFT cards, covering all first-team male players, are available in three editions: Classic, Rare, and Ultra-Rare These..
2 years ago

Fortnite and Five Nights at Freddy’s Collaboration Rumored to Arrive Soon

The much-anticipated crossover between Five Nights at Freddy's (FNAF) and Fortnite may soon happen Though repeated reports indicate that this partnership may be imminent, it has not been formally announced as of yet For years, fans have been excitedly awaiting this union, frequently hoping that it will take place in conjunction with Fortnite's..
2 years ago

Regen 2024 Welcomes Major Smash Bros Event

The UK gaming scene is about to experience a major upgrade with the introduction of a new Smash Bros esports Major at the Regen 2024 gaming festival This year, the festival, a staple in the Midlands, is set to elevate its profile significantly The highly anticipated Smash Major promises to be a landmark event in the UK’s competitive gaming..
2 years ago