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Patch 7.19d brings some well needed nerfs to Riki
The stealth assassin has been a bit too good in pubs lately, and IceFrog has taken notice. Plenty of nerfs for the hero in this patch but is it enough?
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The Tec-9 returns, or why you might want to drop the CZ-75
Let's take a look at the new state of the Tec-9 and CZ-75, determining whether the prior is now playable, and whether the latter is nerfed beyond repair.
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CZ-75 & Tec-9 adjustments, pistol round economy rehaul in Oct.10 patch
Earlier this morning Valve released an update for CS:GO, one aimed at changing the economy dynamic during earlier and pistol rounds.
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Update: New FBI model, MP5-SD enabled in matchmaking, adjustments to Nuke, Train
Last night Valve released an update where various new implementations and adjustments were made, including the introduction of a brand new CT skin.
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Darius, AP Nunu headline buff-heavy Worlds Patch 8.19
Riot Games’ patch notes for the World Championship patch, 8.19, are filled to the brim with buffs that may shake up the meta in the top lane, jungle and support roles.
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Patch 7.19c delivers nerfs to many popular heroes
A whole host of hero nerfs and buffs have been delivered in the second patch since The International 8. Here are the patch notes for Patch 7.19c.
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"End-of-Summer" update brings back the chat wheel for Dota Plus subscribers
And that's not all, the update will also bring back ranked roles and in-game tips
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Worlds-focused Patch 8.18 hits Sejuani hard
Sejuani is the biggest casualty of Patch 8.18, a patch that caters more to competitive play than to Solo Queue.
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Valve address footstep noise issues in pre-New Legends hotfix
CS:GO's publisher has addressed issues with the lack of footstep noises, an issue that persisted throughout the New Challengers stage of the FACEIT Major.
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Patch 7.19b brings big nerf to buybacks
Buybacks was a hotly discussed subject during and after the recent TI8. Icefrog has now decided to nerf the mechanic somewhat.
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Tarik gets a new London Major sticker in Aug. 31 patch
In the latest patch brought to CS:GO by Valve, Tarik has received an updated London Major sticker as the Panorama UI receives further tweaks.
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Patch 8.17 features tuning passes galore, new Nunu
Riot Games have released a fairly minor patch with major implications in the bottom lane, as Annie's range has been increased to near Season 2 levels.
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Farewell Scaleform, embrace Panorama: Aug. 30 update retires old UI
Last night Valve not only released the dapper FACEIT Major stickers, but also embraced Panorama UI, retiring the old Scaleform interface.
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Grimstroke receives multiple hotfix nerfs outside of major patch
The newly released hero was in dire need of some changes, so Valve decided not to wait for the next major patch to do so.
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CS:GO turns 6 years old
A big, wholesome happy birthday to one of the most iconic FPS titles to have ever been created on planet Earth.
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Panorama becomes default UI, chickens lose fear of MP5-SD in Aug. 16 patch
A finetune for the MP5-SD has quickly followed the rollout of the weapon in a new patch for CS:GO. Panorama is now in use by default, too.
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Patch 8.16 heavily targets burst damage
Patch 8.16 has brought nerfs to Electrocute (and other damage keystones), as well as consequential nerfs to Wukong, Zoe and Tahm Kench.
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New MP5-SD submachine gun introduced in Aug. 15 patch
In a patch released on Aug. 15, Valve have introduced a new submachine gun into Counter-Strike: Global Offensive: the MP5-SD.
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Panorama goes live, bombs get site-specific beeps, 4 new knives added in Aug. 2 patch
Valve have officially rolled out Panorama onto the live client, as well as introducing four brand new knife models.
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Patch 8.15 to bring relief to AD carry players
Marksmen rejoice: Riot Games' latest patch for League of Legends, 8.15, has restored marksmen champions' ability to have a mid-game power spike — and more!
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Hammond rolls into Overwatch alongside perma-stealth Sombra with latest patch
Hammond, the Wrecking Ball, has officially exited PTR and joined the roster of Overwatch heroes.
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Teleport, funneling strategies hit hard by Patch 8.14
Riot Games have brought the hammer down on Teleport's ability to turn games stale, and on funneling strategies' efficiency at all levels of play.
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CS:GO Patch - Panorama functionality added to live client
The brand new Panorama UI received updates and patches and is now usable in the live client.
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Latest update sees Panorama becomes opt-in
It's finally happening — Panorama has become available for matchmade games!
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Riot Games buffs critical strike based AD carries in mid-patch update
Caitlyn, Varus and Tristana are Riot Games' targets for specific buffs that may help them relevance-wise. In the meantime, Taliyah and Nocturne have become slightly less effective.
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Panorama CS:GO Beta Depot update - multiple fixes and improvements rolled out
Last night's update saw Valve update the Beta Depot for Panorama UI, slightly improving the experience of players in-game.