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- 2026-05-22 controversy Riot Games addressed claims that its Vanguard anti-cheat software was causing PCs to malfunction. source
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Riot Games delays 'last hit indicators' in League of Legends ranked mode
Riot Games has decided to postpone the implementation of 'last hit indicators' in League of Legends' ranked mode. This decision comes in response to player feedback, with the company stating a need for more data and com…
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Riot Vanguard anti-cheat adds on-demand mode for Windows 11 users
Riot Games is introducing an "on-demand" mode for its Vanguard anti-cheat software, allowing it to stop loading at Windows startup. This change, enabled by a Windows 11 25H2 feature, requires a strict security configura…
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Valorant adds new Retake mode and Summit map in Season 2026 Act 4
Riot Games is introducing a new game mode called Retake and a map named Summit to Valorant in Season 2026 Act 4. These additions are intended to re-engage players with the popular first-person shooter.
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Valorant's New Summit Map Features Dynamic Droppable Walls
Riot Games has introduced a new map for their popular game Valorant, named Summit. This map features a unique mechanic where strategically placed walls can be dropped mid-round, altering pathways and creating dynamic ga…
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Riot Games Appoints Head of Experiential AI to Integrate Generative AI
Riot Games is increasing its focus on generative artificial intelligence by appointing a new Head of Experiential AI. The company aims to integrate AI into its popular game titles, such as League of Legends and Valorant…
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NVIDIA launches RTX Spark superchip for AI agents and gaming
NVIDIA has launched its new RTX Spark superchip, designed to enhance personal AI agents, gaming, and content creation on Windows PCs. CEO Jensen Huang introduced the chip in South Korea, engaging with the local gaming c…
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Valorant anti-cheat update bricks $6,000 cheating hardware, Riot mocks users
Riot Games has updated its Valorant anti-cheat software, Vanguard, to block sophisticated Direct Memory Access (DMA) cheating devices, which can cost up to $6,000. The update effectively renders this expensive cheating …
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Riot Games denies PC bricking claims tied to Vanguard anti-cheat
Riot Games has officially denied accusations that its anti-cheat software, Vanguard, is causing PCs to malfunction. The company stated that it has investigated the claims and found no evidence to support them. Riot Game…
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Esports World Cup reportedly moving from Riyadh to Paris
The Esports World Cup is reportedly relocating from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to Paris, France, for its upcoming summer event. This potential move is attributed to the ongoing conflict and instability in the Middle East, wh…
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Valorant patch 12.09 nerfs Neon, shotguns, and tests MMR changes
Riot Games has released patch 12.09 for their tactical shooter Valorant, introducing significant nerfs to the agent Neon and shotguns. Neon's movement abilities are being curtailed, particularly when jumping, and her fu…
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OpenAI acquires Global Illumination team to enhance ChatGPT
OpenAI has acquired Global Illumination, a startup focused on AI-driven creative tools. The entire Global Illumination team, which includes former Instagram and Facebook employees, will join OpenAI to contribute to core…