Developer Infinity Ward [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infinity_Ward], and publisher Activision [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Activision], have added a new screen for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/esports/call-of-duty-modern-warfare/]. The screen displays a message of commitment for the Black Lives Matter movement taking place in the United States and several regions across the world. CALL OF DUTY STANDS FIRM WITH BLACK LIVES MATTER Initially reported by The Verge [https://www.theverge.com/2020/6/5/21281327/call-of-duty-black-lives-matter-update-modern-warfare], the splash screen was added via a small update to Modern Warfare and Warzone. On downloading the update, players can see the new splash screen while launching the game. It also appears in the loading screen when switching game modes such as Campaign, Multiplayer, Spec Ops, and Battle Royale. Since then, several players have reported the message appearing on their screens. The statement is in solidarity with the movement. “Our community is hurting. The systemic inequalities our community experiences are once again center stage. Call of Duty and Infinity Ward stand for equality and inclusion. We stand against the racism and injustice our Black community endures. Until change happens and Black Lives Matter, we will never truly be the community we strive to be.” Here is an image of the screen posted by a Reddit user lordredapple. INFINITY WARD UPHOLDS STANCE AGAINST RACISM The social campaign aimed against systemic racism, Black Lives Matter, initiated in 2013. It has once again attained global prominence after the unfortunate death of George Floyd. The incident has sparked a wave of ongoing protests, demanding much-needed changes against police brutality and racial profiling. After the gruesome incident, Infinity Ward has taken several measures to combat racism in Call of Duty. They have delayed the launch of Season 4 [https://www.essentiallysports.com/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-devs-announce-sad-news-regarding-upcoming-season-activision-infinity-ward-esports-news/] for Modern Warfare, initially scheduled for a June 3 release. Moreover, the developer has listed out a list of stringent measures that vow to terminate [https://www.essentiallysports.com/esports-news-call-of-duty-developer-vows-to-battle-racist-content-activision-infinity-ward/] racist content from the game. [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/infinitywardpromises_3177623-560x315.jpg] Several other gaming companies, developers, and influencers have also stepped forward in solidarity. Sony indefinitely postponed the gameplay reveal event [https://www.essentiallysports.com/playstation-and-xbox-stand-together-amid-ongoing-protests-after-george-floyds-death-esports-news-2020/] for PlayStation5; Electronic Arts canceled the celebration event for Madden NFL 21 and Fortnite has delayed the launch of Season 3 [https://www.essentiallysports.com/esports-news-fortnite-decides-to-delay-major-season-3-updates-epic-games/]. Besides that, Ninja [https://www.essentiallysports.com/no-distractions-from-what-is-happening-ninja/] and Shroud [https://www.essentiallysports.com/shroud-takes-a-firm-stand-on-ongoing-movement-esports-ninja-black-lives-matter-news/] also came out in support of the noble cause. By postponing events and releases, or by taking a firm stand, everyone is engaging in serious conversations about systemic racism and inequality, which is the need of the hour. In such sensitive times, empathetic actions and gestures are the best way to show inclusiveness and solidarity. 

Infinity Ward and Activision have added a new screen for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare that displays a message of commitment for Black Lives Matter.

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<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9">Call of Duty 2022: <i><b>Modern Warfare II</b></i></h2>
<h3 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9">Call of Duty: History and Sale in 2022</h3>
Over the span of two decades, the phrase 'Call of Duty' has become a household name. Starting in 2003, Call of Duty is a first-person shooter video game franchise published by Activision.

The franchise has given rise to some of the most popular FPS titles, with Infinity Ward and Treyarch developing most of them. Sledgehammer Games and other studios have also contributed to developing some titles. Fans are greeted with a new Call of Duty game every year, with the above-mentioned studios rotating their role as the primary developer.

First-person shooter video game Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II was created by Infinity Ward and released by Activision in 2022. It serves as the nineteenth entry in the overall Call of Duty franchise and is a follow-up to the 2019 reboot. For the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S, it was published on October 28, 2022.

The game takes place in a realistic, contemporary environment, just like its predecessor. The campaign centers on the pursuit of terrorist Hassan Zyani, who is in possession of American-made ballistic missiles, by multinational special operations unit Task Force 141 and Mexican Special Forces unit Los Vaqueros. Modern Warfare II continues to offer cross-platform multiplayer thanks to a new iteration of the IW engine.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II became the fastest-selling Call of Duty game of all time. The game grossed $800 million in its first three days and $1 billion in 10 days, surpassing the series' previous record holders, 2011's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and 2012's Black Ops II. It is the best-selling game of 2022 in the United States.
In the UK, Modern Warfare II became the best-selling game in its first week of release. In Japan, the PlayStation 4 version of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II sold 24,371 physical copies during its release week, making it the second best-selling game in the country for the week. The Sony PlayStation 5 version sold 17,710 physical copies in Japan in the same week, ranking sixth among video game sales across all formats.
In the fourth quarter of 2022, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II had the biggest opening quarter in franchise history, earning $1.85 billion. This is $694 million more than last year in the last quarter of 2021.
<h3 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9">Popular running Call of Duty titles</h3>
<img class="aligncenter wp-image-1983722 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-II-alejandro-valeria.jpg" alt="" width="1792" height="937" />

The 2019 title is a reboot of the Modern Warfare series and also the sixteenth main entry into the overall Call of Duty series. Developed by Infinity Ward and published by Activision, Modern Warfare was released globally on October 25, 2019, for PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.

The gameplay takes place in a modern-day and realistic setting. Although set in a distinct timeline from the other Modern Warfare games, several popular characters from the Modern Warfare subseries including Capt. John Price made their return.
<h3><strong>Call of Duty: Warzone</strong></h3>
On March 10, 2020, Infinity Ward, Raven Software, and Activision released a free-to-play battle royale extension of 2019's Modern Warfare known as Warzone. Since its release, Call of Duty: Warzone has established itself as one of the most prominent battle royale titles.

Despite being a part of Modern Warfare, the battle royale extension does not require the purchase of the campaign and multiplayer. Warzone is the second battle royale in the franchise's history, following the Blackout mode from 2018's Black Ops 4.

This battle royale features 150 players in a lobby, (200 in some limited-time modes) which is much more compared to the 100 players supported by other battle royale titles. Within the first month of its release, Warzone exceeded 50 million players and has kept gaining immense popularity ever since.
<h3><strong>Warzone 2.0</strong></h3>
Infinity Ward and Raven Software created the free-to-play battle royale video game Warzone 2.0. It is a follow-up to Call of Duty: Warzone from 2020. Despite being a component of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II in 2022, the game may be purchased independently. Modern Warfare II Season 1 material included its debut. The game supports cross-platform play and adds the DMZ extraction mode.
<h3><strong>Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War</strong></h3>
Black Ops Cold War is the newest iteration in the Call of Duty franchise. The game, jointly developed by Treyarch Studios and Raven Software, launched worldwide on November 13, 2020.

The gameplay takes place during the 80s when the Cold War was at its peak. In addition to bringing back the elements of the Black Ops subseries, popular characters from the subseries also make their return. Alex Mason, Jason Hudson, and Frank Woods come together to prevent a possible global war.

Black Ops Cold War is the seventeenth installment in the overall series and the sixth in the Black Ops series. In December 2020, the developers integrated Black Ops Cold War with Call of Duty Warzone.

Since its origination as a franchise, Call of Duty has earned more than $15 billion and has sold more than 300 million copies worldwide, as of May 2019. This makes it the most successful video game franchise created in the United States, and the sixth highest-grossing video game franchise of all time.
<h2>Details</h2>
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<td><strong>First release</strong></td>
<td>Call of Duty was released on October 29, 2003</td>
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<td><strong>Latest release</strong></td>
<td>Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II released on 17 September 2022

Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 released in 14 November 2022</td>
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<td><strong>Main series and Spin-Offs</strong></td>
<td>Sequel to the 2019 Reboot of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare</td>
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<td><strong>Developers</strong></td>
<td>Infinity Ward, Treyarch, Raven Software, Toys for Bob</td>
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<td>First-person shooter Multiplayer Online Game</td>
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<td><span class="w8qArf"> </span><span class="LrzXr kno-fv wHYlTd z8gr9e">PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Series S, Microsoft Windows</span></td>
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<h2><strong>Upcoming Ventures</strong></h2>
Modern Warfare 3, the next big Call of Duty release, received its Season 5 update in August, but fresh official material has drawn a picture of what we might anticipate from the game's release in 2022. According to the leaks, it originally existed as an expansion for MW2 and would include a variety of multiplayer levels from the first, iconic game of the same name. A formal announcement ought to be made shortly, with August appearing to be the most likely month.

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Call of Duty 2022: Modern Warfare II Call of Duty: History and Sale in 2022 Over the span of two decades, the phrase &#8216;Call of Duty&#8217; has become a household name. Starting in 2003, Call of Duty is a first-person shooter video game franchise published by Activision. The franchise has given rise to some of the most popular FPS titles, with Infinity Ward and Treyarch developing most of them. Sledgehammer Games and other studios have also contributed to developing some titles. Fans are greeted with a new Call of Duty game every year, with the above-mentioned studios rotating their role as the primary developer. First-person shooter video game Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II was created by Infinity Ward and released by Activision in 2022. It serves as the nineteenth entry in the overall Call of Duty franchise and is a follow-up to the 2019 reboot. For the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S, it was published on October 28, 2022. The game takes place in a realistic, contemporary environment, just like its predecessor. The campaign centers on the pursuit of terrorist Hassan Zyani, who is in possession of American-made ballistic missiles, by multinational special operations unit Task Force 141 and Mexican Special Forces unit Los Vaqueros. Modern Warfare II continues to offer cross-platform multiplayer thanks to a new iteration of the IW engine. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II became the fastest-selling Call of Duty game of all time. The game grossed $800 million in its first three days and $1 billion in 10 days, surpassing the series&#8217; previous record holders, 2011&#8217;s Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and 2012&#8217;s Black Ops II. It is the best-selling game of 2022 in the United States. In the UK, Modern Warfare II became the best-selling game in its first week of release. In Japan, the PlayStation 4 version of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II sold 24,371 physical copies during its release week, making it the second best-selling game in the country for the week. The Sony PlayStation 5 version sold 17,710 physical copies in Japan in the same week, ranking sixth among video game sales across all formats. In the fourth quarter of 2022, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II had the biggest opening quarter in franchise history, earning $1.85 billion. This is $694 million more than last year in the last quarter of 2021. Popular running Call of Duty titles The 2019 title is a reboot of the Modern Warfare series and also the sixteenth main entry into the overall Call of Duty series. Developed by Infinity Ward and published by Activision, Modern Warfare was released globally on October 25, 2019, for PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. The gameplay takes place in a modern-day and realistic setting. Although set in a distinct timeline from the other Modern Warfare games, several popular characters from the Modern Warfare subseries including Capt. John Price made their return. Call of Duty: Warzone On March 10, 2020, Infinity Ward, Raven Software, and Activision released a free-to-play battle royale extension of 2019&#8217;s Modern Warfare known as Warzone. Since its release, Call of Duty: Warzone has established itself as one of the most prominent battle royale titles. Despite being a part of Modern Warfare, the battle royale extension does not require the purchase of the campaign and multiplayer. Warzone is the second battle royale in the franchise&#8217;s history, following the Blackout mode from 2018&#8217;s Black Ops 4. This battle royale features 150 players in a lobby, (200 in some limited-time modes) which is much more compared to the 100 players supported by other battle royale titles. Within the first month of its release, Warzone exceeded 50 million players and has kept gaining immense popularity ever since. Warzone 2.0 Infinity Ward and Raven Software created the free-to-play battle royale video game Warzone 2.0. It is a follow-up to Call of Duty: Warzone from 2020. Despite being a component of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II in 2022, the game may be purchased independently. Modern Warfare II Season 1 material included its debut. The game supports cross-platform play and adds the DMZ extraction mode. Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Black Ops Cold War is the newest iteration in the Call of Duty franchise. The game, jointly developed by Treyarch Studios and Raven Software, launched worldwide on November 13, 2020. The gameplay takes place during the 80s when the Cold War was at its peak. In addition to bringing back the elements of the Black Ops subseries, popular characters from the subseries also make their return. Alex Mason, Jason Hudson, and Frank Woods come together to prevent a possible global war. Black Ops Cold War is the seventeenth installment in the overall series and the sixth in the Black Ops series. In December 2020, the developers integrated Black Ops Cold War with Call of Duty Warzone. Since its origination as a franchise, Call of Duty has earned more than $15 billion and has sold more than 300 million copies worldwide, as of May 2019. This makes it the most successful video game franchise created in the United States, and the sixth highest-grossing video game franchise of all time. Details  First release Call of Duty was released on October 29, 2003  Latest release Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II released on 17 September 2022 Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 released in 14 November 2022  Main series and Spin-Offs Sequel to the 2019 Reboot of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare  Developers Infinity Ward, Treyarch, Raven Software, Toys for Bob  Genre First-person shooter Multiplayer Online Game  Platforms  PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Series S, Microsoft Windows  Upcoming Ventures Modern Warfare 3, the next big Call of Duty release, received its Season 5 update in August, but fresh official material has drawn a picture of what we might anticipate from the game&#8217;s release in 2022. According to the leaks, it originally existed as an expansion for MW2 and would include a variety of multiplayer levels from the first, iconic game of the same name. A formal announcement ought to be made shortly, with August appearing to be the most likely month. 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<h2>Call of Duty Warzone 2022: Updates, System Requirements, and Mobile Version</h2>
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Call of Duty: Warzone has established itself as of the most prominent battle royale games since releasing on March 10, 2020. It is a free-to-play battle royale developed by Infinity Ward and Raven Software, with Activision acting as the publisher.

Warzone is part of the franchise's 2019 title Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. However, the battle royale does not require the purchase of the campaign and multiplayer. Warzone is the second battle royale in the Call of Duty franchise, following the Blackout mode from the 2018 title Black Ops 4.
<h2>Call of Duty: Warzone Gameplay</h2>
Warzone hosts online multiplayer combat amongst up to 150 players in a match. This is significantly higher than the maximum player count of other titles in the genre. The players jump into a huge map called Verdansk, a fictional city roughly based on Donetsk, Ukraine.

Warzone features two main game modes, including Battle Royale and Plunder. While the game only featured BR Trios initially, Infinity Ward added the Solo, Duos, and Quads modes to their battle royale in post-launch updates.

Infinity Ward introduced a new in-game currency mechanic called Cash. Warzone's gameplay centers on searching supply boxes for weapons and Cash. Players can use their Cash at Buy Stations to buy back fallen teammates, Loadout drops, in-game Equipment, Field Upgrades, Killstreaks, etc.

They can also complete contracts that award instant in-game rewards, including loot, Cash, XP, and more. Moreover, Warzone implemented a new respawn mechanic. Once a player gets killed, they’ll find themselves in the Gulag. Here they must win a 1v1 round against another player to redeploy automatically. Otherwise, they will have to wait for their squadmates to purchase redeployment for them.
<h4>Warzone: Battle Royale and Plunder</h4>
The BR mode's gameplay is similar to other titles in the genre. Players jump out of a plane and land somewhere on Verdansk, armed with only a handgun. Once on the ground, they begin searching for weapons to fight off the rest of the players in the match and become the last man/squad standing as the playable zone constantly keeps shrinking.

Meanwhile, "Plunder" is a game mode entirely unique to Warzone and is based on the in-game currency. In this new mode, players have to gather the most Cash scattered around the map before time runs out.

Besides these two main game modes, Warzone has seen several other exciting limited-time modes since its launch. Some of those modes include BR Buy Backs, Blood Money, Warzone Rumble, Mini Royale, Juggernaut Royale, Armored Royale, and Zombies Royale.
<h2><span data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Important game settings and setup for COD: Warzone</span></h2>
In multiplayer games, success depends on a combination of skill and hardware performance. So enacting the following <a href="https://www.thegamer.com/call-duty-warzone-settings-improve-performance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">changes</a> may improve your overall gameplay experience.
<ul>
 	<li>Crossplay: This will allow players to game with people across a plethora of platforms. As such, differences in setups and performance can make or break the experience. So choose as per your preference.</li>
 	<li>Automatic Sprint: Warzone offers three settings for sprinting. Disabled, which leads to the character only sprinting when the button is pressed. Automatic Sprint, which makes the character immediately start sprinting upon movement. And Automatic Tactical Sprint, which does the same for tactical sprinting as the automatic sprint option. Players should choose according to their play styles.</li>
 	<li>Sensitivity: Jumping right into the gameplay without adjusting your sensitivity can cost you. As gameplay can be greatly improved and made to feel more responsive by adjusting this feature. Especially for players who use different sensitivity settings for each game.</li>
 	<li>Depleted Ammo Weapon Switch: This lets players immediately switch to their secondary weapon when their beginning weapon is depleted. It can be a boon in intense gunfights.</li>
 	<li>Square Mini Map: This is a lifesaver. Players who have the round mini map equipped have a limited area visible to them. The square map expands this. And it has no drawbacks.</li>
</ul>
<h2><span data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Story of COD: Warzone</span></h2>
The in-game terrorist organisation Al-Qatala took a death blow after the events of Spec Ops. However, they struck the critical weakness of the armistice, its structure made up of opposing enemy factions. After an incident downs important cargo containing a chemical weapon, another faction war <a href="https://gamewith.net/cod-modernwarfare/article/show/18908" target="_blank" rel="noopener">erupts</a> between the Allegiance and Coalition members for ownership of the weapon.

With the Armistice in disarray Al-Qatala takes advantage of the situation and smuggles a nuclear weapon into Verdansk. The conflict escalated into an all-out war and not even Captain Price's trusted operators can handle it on their own.
<h2><span data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">2022 updates for COD:Warzone</span></h2>
Call of Duty: Warzone is set to receive a flood of post launch content in 2022. The Season 2 <a href="https://www.callofduty.com/blog/2022/03/call-of-duty-vanguard-warzone-season-two-reloaded-rebirth-island" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Reloaded</a> package includes new modes, operators, and more. Rebirth island's altered alongside several points of interest, and a whole new POI called Dock is introduced.

The weekly playlists would also feature Payload, Blood Money, and a Resurgence solos mode. Additionally, the Rebirth Reinforced Event will feature Weapon Trade Stations and offer rewards to the entire community. New weapons such as the Armaguerra 43 SMG would tear across the battlefield alongside the fresh Snoop Dogg operator.
<h2><span data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Some Tips and Tricks for COD: Warzone season 2</span></h2>
As Warzone continues to be a colossal hit amongst the fanbase, players are always stepping up their game. Here are some easy <a href="https://www.pocket-lint.com/games/news/activision/151507-call-of-duty-warzone-tips-and-tricks-essential-hints" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tips</a> that may improve your experience with the title.
<ul>
 	<li>Check the map before dropping: It may sound unimportant, but this step can determine how the rest of your playthrough would go. From checking for the shrinking circle to determining where you would encounter most resistance. This is an essential step.</li>
 	<li>Drop faster: There's a nifty trick to hastening your arrival on the battlefield. Players can deploy their parachute upon dropping from the plane, however, they can cut the chord to drop faster and re-deploy the chute before landing. As many times as they like.</li>
 	<li>Don't sit on cash: There are no bonuses in BR games for hoarding your cash. Its worth is only measurable in terms of how well you use it in the round. Ensure you use it on the Buy Stations to give yourself an edge as opposed to lugging it around.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Warzone on mobile</h2>
<a href="https://www.techradar.com/in/news/call-of-duty-warzone-on-mobile">TechRadar</a> pointed out two key pieces of evidence that indicate a mobile port of Call of Duty: Warzone coming in the future.

In May 2020, Activision's CEO confirmed the company was working on publishing more mobile games. The community was quick to emphasize the plural "games", suggesting Warzone Mobile could be on the way.

Meanwhile, the second hint is from Reddit, with the creation of the r/WarzoneMobile sub-Reddit. The community lead for the COD Mobile team is the moderator for it, and the forum seems official rather than fan-created.
<div class="slot-double-height-10-496" data-feat-ref="bordeaux-feat-id-65">The first post in r/Warzone Mobile was from the community lead. It detailed a job listing intended for a Call of Duty: Warzone mobile port. Activision hiring team members for developing the mobile port strongly points to the game being on its way.</div>
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<div class="slot-double-height-10-496" data-feat-ref="bordeaux-feat-id-65">Call of Duty posted a blog <a href="https://www.callofduty.com/blog/2022/03/Join-us-in-building-Call-of-Duty-Warzone-for-mobile" target="_blank" rel="noopener">post</a> in March 2022 asking for people to join their growing, award-winning team of mobile veterans and emerging talent on an ambitious mission to bring Warzone to gamers on the go. But the blog post was not very indicative of a potential release date.</div>
<h2>Call of Duty: Warzone download</h2>
Within two months of release, Warzone downloads reached the 60 million mark. Since then, the game has continued growing and has become one of the most popular battle royales in the gaming market.

Warzone is available to download for free on PlayStation4, Xbox One, and PC. For those who already own Modern Warfare, downloading the battle royale is straightforward. Warzone is available as an option between multiplayer and Spec Ops upon entering the main menu.

Meanwhile, non-owners on consoles can visit their respective digital stores and search for "Warzone". Those on Desktop require installing Blizzard's Battle.net app and registering to play the game. Warzone will appear in the games list as an option on the left side. Since the BR includes many Modern Warfare assets, its file size is between 83-101 GB.
<h2>Call of Duty: Warzone Free Multiplayer Weekends</h2>
Throughout the life span of Call of Duty: Warzone, Infinity Ward and Activision have rolled out Free Multiplayer Weekends. During this particular time span, free-to-play Warzone users get free access to the multiplayer content exclusive to Modern Warfare.

Usually, a special playlist becomes available within the standalone battle royale, Warzone. The last such Free Multiplayer Weekend was in early August 2020, as part of Modern Warfare Season Five.
<h2>Call of Duty: Warzone System Requirements</h2>
<h4>Minimum</h4>
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<p class="storefront-text-medium mb-4"><strong>Operating System-</strong> Windows 7 64-Bit (SP1) or Windows 10 64-Bit</p>
<strong>Processor-</strong> Intel Core i3-4340 or AMD FX-6300

<strong>Memory-</strong> 8GB RAM

<strong>Video-</strong> NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 / GeForce GTX 1650 or Radeon HD 7950

<strong>Video Memory-</strong> 2GB

<strong>Hard Drive Space-</strong> 175GB

<strong>Direct</strong> <strong>X- </strong>DirectX 12.0 compatible system

<strong>Network-</strong> Broadband Internet connection

<strong>Sound Card-</strong> DirectX Compatible

<strong>Recommended</strong>
<p class="storefront-text-medium mb-4"><strong>Operating System-</strong> Windows® 10 64-bit latest update</p>
<strong>Processor-</strong> Intel Core i5-2500K or AMD Ryzen R5 1600X processor

<strong>Memory-</strong> 12GB RAM

<strong>Video-</strong> NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 / GTX 1660 or Radeon R9 390 / AMD RX 580

<strong>Video Memory-</strong> 4GB

<strong>Hard Drive Space-</strong> 175GB

<strong>Direct</strong> <strong>X- </strong>DirectX 12.0 compatible system

<strong>Network-</strong> Broadband Internet connection

<strong>Sound Card-</strong> DirectX Compatible
<h2>Details</h2>
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<td><strong>Release</strong></td>
<td>March 10, 2020</td>
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<td><strong>Developer</strong></td>
<td>Infinity Ward, Raven Software</td>
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<td><strong>Publisher</strong></td>
<td>Activision</td>
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<tr>
<td><strong>Spin-Offs</strong></td>
<td>Call of Duty series, part of Modern Warfare</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Platform(s)</strong></td>
<td>PS4, Xbox One, and PC</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Genre(s)</strong></td>
<td>Battle royale, first-person shooter</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Mode(s)</strong></td>
<td>Multiplayer</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</div>

Call of Duty Warzone

Call of Duty Warzone 2022: Updates, System Requirements, and Mobile Version Call of Duty: Warzone has established itself as of the most prominent battle royale games since releasing on March 10, 2020. It is a free-to-play battle royale developed by Infinity Ward and Raven Software, with Activision acting as the publisher. Warzone is part of the franchise&#8217;s 2019 title Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. However, the battle royale does not require the purchase of the campaign and multiplayer. Warzone is the second battle royale in the Call of Duty franchise, following the Blackout mode from the 2018 title Black Ops 4. Call of Duty: Warzone Gameplay Warzone hosts online multiplayer combat amongst up to 150 players in a match. This is significantly higher than the maximum player count of other titles in the genre. The players jump into a huge map called Verdansk, a fictional city roughly based on Donetsk, Ukraine. Warzone features two main game modes, including Battle Royale and Plunder. While the game only featured BR Trios initially, Infinity Ward added the Solo, Duos, and Quads modes to their battle royale in post-launch updates. Infinity Ward introduced a new in-game currency mechanic called Cash. Warzone&#8217;s gameplay centers on searching supply boxes for weapons and Cash. Players can use their Cash at Buy Stations to buy back fallen teammates, Loadout drops, in-game Equipment, Field Upgrades, Killstreaks, etc. They can also complete contracts that award instant in-game rewards, including loot, Cash, XP, and more. Moreover, Warzone implemented a new respawn mechanic. Once a player gets killed, they’ll find themselves in the Gulag. Here they must win a 1v1 round against another player to redeploy automatically. Otherwise, they will have to wait for their squadmates to purchase redeployment for them. Warzone: Battle Royale and Plunder The BR mode&#8217;s gameplay is similar to other titles in the genre. Players jump out of a plane and land somewhere on Verdansk, armed with only a handgun. Once on the ground, they begin searching for weapons to fight off the rest of the players in the match and become the last man/squad standing as the playable zone constantly keeps shrinking. Meanwhile, &#8220;Plunder&#8221; is a game mode entirely unique to Warzone and is based on the in-game currency. In this new mode, players have to gather the most Cash scattered around the map before time runs out. Besides these two main game modes, Warzone has seen several other exciting limited-time modes since its launch. Some of those modes include BR Buy Backs, Blood Money, Warzone Rumble, Mini Royale, Juggernaut Royale, Armored Royale, and Zombies Royale. Important game settings and setup for COD: Warzone In multiplayer games, success depends on a combination of skill and hardware performance. So enacting the following changes may improve your overall gameplay experience. Crossplay: This will allow players to game with people across a plethora of platforms. As such, differences in setups and performance can make or break the experience. So choose as per your preference. Automatic Sprint: Warzone offers three settings for sprinting. Disabled, which leads to the character only sprinting when the button is pressed. Automatic Sprint, which makes the character immediately start sprinting upon movement. And Automatic Tactical Sprint, which does the same for tactical sprinting as the automatic sprint option. Players should choose according to their play styles. Sensitivity: Jumping right into the gameplay without adjusting your sensitivity can cost you. As gameplay can be greatly improved and made to feel more responsive by adjusting this feature. Especially for players who use different sensitivity settings for each game. Depleted Ammo Weapon Switch: This lets players immediately switch to their secondary weapon when their beginning weapon is depleted. It can be a boon in intense gunfights. Square Mini Map: This is a lifesaver. Players who have the round mini map equipped have a limited area visible to them. The square map expands this. And it has no drawbacks. Story of COD: Warzone The in-game terrorist organisation Al-Qatala took a death blow after the events of Spec Ops. However, they struck the critical weakness of the armistice, its structure made up of opposing enemy factions. After an incident downs important cargo containing a chemical weapon, another faction war erupts between the Allegiance and Coalition members for ownership of the weapon. With the Armistice in disarray Al-Qatala takes advantage of the situation and smuggles a nuclear weapon into Verdansk. The conflict escalated into an all-out war and not even Captain Price&#8217;s trusted operators can handle it on their own. 2022 updates for COD:Warzone Call of Duty: Warzone is set to receive a flood of post launch content in 2022. The Season 2 Reloaded package includes new modes, operators, and more. Rebirth island&#8217;s altered alongside several points of interest, and a whole new POI called Dock is introduced. The weekly playlists would also feature Payload, Blood Money, and a Resurgence solos mode. Additionally, the Rebirth Reinforced Event will feature Weapon Trade Stations and offer rewards to the entire community. New weapons such as the Armaguerra 43 SMG would tear across the battlefield alongside the fresh Snoop Dogg operator. Some Tips and Tricks for COD: Warzone season 2 As Warzone continues to be a colossal hit amongst the fanbase, players are always stepping up their game. Here are some easy tips that may improve your experience with the title. Check the map before dropping: It may sound unimportant, but this step can determine how the rest of your playthrough would go. From checking for the shrinking circle to determining where you would encounter most resistance. This is an essential step. Drop faster: There&#8217;s a nifty trick to hastening your arrival on the battlefield. Players can deploy their parachute upon dropping from the plane, however, they can cut the chord to drop faster and re-deploy the chute before landing. As many times as they like. Don&#8217;t sit on cash: There are no bonuses in BR games for hoarding your cash. Its worth is only measurable in terms of how well you use it in the round. Ensure you use it on the Buy Stations to give yourself an edge as opposed to lugging it around. Warzone on mobile TechRadar pointed out two key pieces of evidence that indicate a mobile port of Call of Duty: Warzone coming in the future. In May 2020, Activision&#8217;s CEO confirmed the company was working on publishing more mobile games. The community was quick to emphasize the plural &#8220;games&#8221;, suggesting Warzone Mobile could be on the way. Meanwhile, the second hint is from Reddit, with the creation of the r/WarzoneMobile sub-Reddit. The community lead for the COD Mobile team is the moderator for it, and the forum seems official rather than fan-created. The first post in r/Warzone Mobile was from the community lead. It detailed a job listing intended for a Call of Duty: Warzone mobile port. Activision hiring team members for developing the mobile port strongly points to the game being on its way. Call of Duty posted a blog post in March 2022 asking for people to join their growing, award-winning team of mobile veterans and emerging talent on an ambitious mission to bring Warzone to gamers on the go. But the blog post was not very indicative of a potential release date. Call of Duty: Warzone download Within two months of release, Warzone downloads reached the 60 million mark. Since then, the game has continued growing and has become one of the most popular battle royales in the gaming market. Warzone is available to download for free on PlayStation4, Xbox One, and PC. For those who already own Modern Warfare, downloading the battle royale is straightforward. Warzone is available as an option between multiplayer and Spec Ops upon entering the main menu. Meanwhile, non-owners on consoles can visit their respective digital stores and search for &#8220;Warzone&#8221;. Those on Desktop require installing Blizzard&#8217;s Battle.net app and registering to play the game. Warzone will appear in the games list as an option on the left side. Since the BR includes many Modern Warfare assets, its file size is between 83-101 GB. Call of Duty: Warzone Free Multiplayer Weekends Throughout the life span of Call of Duty: Warzone, Infinity Ward and Activision have rolled out Free Multiplayer Weekends. During this particular time span, free-to-play Warzone users get free access to the multiplayer content exclusive to Modern Warfare. Usually, a special playlist becomes available within the standalone battle royale, Warzone. The last such Free Multiplayer Weekend was in early August 2020, as part of Modern Warfare Season Five. Call of Duty: Warzone System Requirements Minimum Operating System- Windows 7 64-Bit (SP1) or Windows 10 64-Bit Processor- Intel Core i3-4340 or AMD FX-6300 Memory- 8GB RAM Video- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 / GeForce GTX 1650 or Radeon HD 7950 Video Memory- 2GB Hard Drive Space- 175GB Direct X- DirectX 12.0 compatible system Network- Broadband Internet connection Sound Card- DirectX Compatible Recommended Operating System- Windows® 10 64-bit latest update Processor- Intel Core i5-2500K or AMD Ryzen R5 1600X processor Memory- 12GB RAM Video- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 / GTX 1660 or Radeon R9 390 / AMD RX 580 Video Memory- 4GB Hard Drive Space- 175GB Direct X- DirectX 12.0 compatible system Network- Broadband Internet connection Sound Card- DirectX Compatible Details  Release March 10, 2020  Developer Infinity Ward, Raven Software  Publisher Activision  Spin-Offs Call of Duty series, part of Modern Warfare  Platform(s) PS4, Xbox One, and PC  Genre(s) Battle royale, first-person shooter  Mode(s) Multiplayer

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<span style="font-weight: 400">Epic Games poster game Fortnite was released back in 2017 as a third-person tactical shooter and it was just what Battle Royale fans needed. For years now, it has been known as a shooting adventure, especially for its Battle Royale mode. And the popularity has only grown since, thanks to all the efforts by developer, Epic Games. This has helped bring an exhilarating lineup of collaborations and celebrity features to the Fortnite island.Â </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">The Epic Games classic lets the players explore an open-world environment where the purpose is to <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/esports-news-these-ten-expensive-fortnite-skins-sent-fans-on-a-spending-spree/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">survive against other characters (skins)</a> through constant combat and some light-hearted graphical violence which has appealed to a lot of young gamers. The arsenal and combat essentials in the open world have only evolved with time and players have been introduced to new innovative load-outs, essentials, features, and movements from time to time. Let's have a look at how Fortnite has progressed as the biggest â€˜third-person-shooter Battle Royale since its infamous launch in 2017.Â </span>
<h2><strong>Fortnite Structure</strong></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">In contrast to other multiplayer games, Fortnite features a single, sizable map that is exclusive to that season. In actuality, you won't likely run into too many other players early on in the game. But as the game goes on, a ring on the map gradually gets closer to the center. Your character will perish if you are discovered outside the ring.Â </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Fortnite is comparable to games like PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds and Apex Legends. It does, however, have one special quality. In Fortnite, you can build constructions with your character as you go. In the game, this lets you place traps, construct forts, and provide cover. Further, in contrast to other battle royale games, Fortnite requires you to become an expert shooter and builder.</span>
<h2><strong>StorylineÂ </strong></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">It all took off with the Zero Point or as the game calls it The Big Bang which created the universe spawning in trillions of different realities and among all these alternative realities was the center reality zero aka the Fortnite island. This is the home of the zero point, an island that it created to protect itself from any threat. Well, it worked for a while until a mysterious group called the imagined order found out about it and decided to move to the island.Â </span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">The group created a whole bunch of secret underground bases which they could access through the bunkers. The secret society used Zero point energy to create a loop that forces people to fight against each other for 22 minutes and then it resets their memory. The IO group are the ones looking after the island and keeping everything in order. However, the twist begins when there are multiple attacks on the island by different enemies seeking zero-point energy.Â </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">The storyline starts before the time of Battle Royale when Dr Vindermann, the scientist, finds out about some crazy advancements in the science lab called the Vindertech. He was also the creator of V bucks, Battle Pass and all the weapons players can access on the island. Before Season 3, no player was aware of the loop on the island. Also, the original default skins were actually the snapshots of the agents of IO, later explained in the storyline.Â </span>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400">
<h3><strong>The MeteorÂ </strong></h3>
</li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">On May 1st, 2018, the Fortnite world witnessed its first attack when the meteor struck the center of the map destroying Dusty Divot and the factors while smaller meteors destroyed other structures on the island.</span>

<img class="aligncenter wp-image-2388617 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/fortnite-meteor.jpeg" alt="" width="1920" height="1080" />

<span style="font-weight: 400">The impact also introduced hop rocks, which players could consume to experience low gravity effects. Following this event, the narrative continued to evolve with subsequent seasons. The Zero Point became a central element, leading to events like the butterfly event, the Nexus War, and the ongoing struggle against the Loop. Each season brought new story elements, collaborations, and changes to the Fortnite island.</span>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400">
<h3><strong>The CubeÂ </strong></h3>
</li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">An official character of the cube, commonly referred to as â€œKevinâ€ proved its vitality in Fortniteâ€™s plot. The smoke monster has been featured since season five when a huge crack opened up in the sky and released it into the island. Therefore, the cube moved across the map creating Runes and visiting diverse places. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">While traveling, the cube switched on Loot Lake, which turned it into a floating one. Ultimately it melted into the lake forming whirlpools taking players to another world. Subsequently, it continued to serve as a center stage in season six where â€œbutterflyâ€ was organized and the cube recurred in other shapes in succeeding seasons.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">The mysterious nature behind the cube helped to add mystique and magic to the Fortnite storyline. It also ensured that the events on the island were shaped by the presence of this cube.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Subsequently, Fortnite went on with its storyline which involved different scenarios. At this point, the ZERO PT was made central as The Seven, an ensemble of guys trying to keep the multiverse stable, came into play. This story unfolded in the Butterfly event in Season 6, depicting the clash of various powers.</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">The Foundation was added in subsequent seasons and became key during the Zero Crisis Finale that kicked off Chapter 2, Season 6. IO turned out to be one of the major forces struggling with the disorder caused by the Zero Point.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">There were further happenings like the season when the â€œIOâ€ forces invaded and introduced the cube queen whom they had been fighting a continuous war on the loop.Â </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">These two events opened up a whole new realm of possibilities to the island bringing collisions of different universes across the globe to the island. A huge advantage these two attacks on Zero Energy brought was the liberty to bring on many top-tier collaborations to the game.Â </span>
<h2><strong>Notable Collaborations</strong></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">As mentioned earlier, a lot of the limelight Fortnite enjoys is attributed to the top-tier lineup of collaborations that have been introduced in the game throughout. From unexpected Easter eggs to some big celebrity skins, there's a never-ending lineup that fans can look back on to celebrate the branding of Fortnite. Let us look at some of the collaborations that still remain the most memorable of all.Â </span>

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<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Infinity Gauntlet (LTM)/ Avengers Infinity War: Season 4Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">NFL Cosmetics: Season 6Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Marshmello Bundle: Season 7Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Endgame Limited Time Mode/ Avengers Endgame: Season 8Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">John Wick Chapter 3: Season 9Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Ninja: Chapter 2 Season 1</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Deadpool: Chapter 2 Season 2Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Tenet: Chapter 2 Season 3Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Flash: Chapter 2 Season 5Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Neymar Jr.: Chapter 2 Season 6Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">NBA: Chapter 2 Season 6Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Naruto: Chapter 2 Season 8Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Spider-Man: Chapter 3 Season 1Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">John Cena: Chapter 3 Season 3Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">MrBeast: Chapter 4 Season 1</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Alan Wake: Chapter 4 Season 4</span></li>
 	<li>Invincible: Chapter 4 Season OG</li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-weight: 400">The most recent collaborations include Lewis Hamilton and Stranger Things for the OG Chapter. Also, if the rumors are to be trusted <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/esports-news-more-details-on-fortnite-x-lego-arrive-suggesting-playing-as-minifigures-swimming-and-more/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">a LEGO collaboration would be following Eminem's Big Bang event.</a></span>
<h2><strong>Game ModesÂ </strong></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Fortnite offers various game modes catering to different playstyles:</span>
<ol>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400"><strong>Fortnite Battle Royale</strong>: The most popular mode where 100 players compete to be the last one standing. The game features a shrinking play zone, and players must gather resources, and weapons, and build structures to survive.</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400"><strong>Creative</strong>:Â  A sandbox mode allowing players to build and create their own islands, games, and experiences. It provides a wide range of tools and assets for players to express their creativity.</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400"><strong>Fortnite Save the World</strong>: A co-op player-vs-environment (PvE) mode where players team up to fight against waves of zombie-like creatures. This mode involves resource gathering, building structures, and completing objectives.</span></li>
</ol>
<h2><strong>AwardsÂ </strong></h2>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400">
<h3><strong>2018Â </strong></h3>
</li>
</ul>
<ol>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">People's Voice Award for Best Multiplayer/Competitive Game (Webby Awards)Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Best Ongoing Game (Critics Award)Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Choice Video Game (Teen Choice Awards)Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Best Game (BBC)Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Best Competitive Game (Golden Joystick Awards)Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Ultimate Game of the YearÂ </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Best Multiplayer Game (TGA)Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Best Ongoing Game (TGA)Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Gamers Choice Awards Fan Favorite GameÂ </span></li>
</ol>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400">
<h3><strong>2019</strong></h3>
</li>
</ul>
<ol>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Online Game of the Year (D.I.C.E. Awards)Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Evolving Game (British Academy Awards)Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Famitsu Excellence PrizeÂ </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Best Competitive Game (Webby Awards)Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">eSports Game of the Year (Golden Joystick Award)Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Best Ongoing Game (TGA)Â </span></li>
</ol>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400">
<h3><strong>2020</strong></h3>
</li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Game of the Year 2020 (Galaxy Store Awards)Â </span>
<h2><strong>Player CountÂ </strong></h2>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400"><strong>1,304,242</strong> are currently active in the game at the time of writing.Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400"><strong>5,753,819</strong> is the current 24-hour peak.</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400"><strong>6,172,463</strong> is the lifetime peak for the game that was achieved 22 days back.Â </span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-weight: 400">It is important to note that the promising numbers have witnessed a huge spike due to the hype built around the OG chapter.Â </span>
<h2><strong>Notable Fortnite StreamersÂ </strong></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Some of the notable Fortnite streamers that have made their mark in the streaming community by showcasing their talent in the Battle Royale are:Â </span>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">NinjaÂ </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Tfue</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">TimTheTatman</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">NickmercsÂ </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">DrLupo</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">ShroudÂ </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">SypherPK</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Nick eh 30Â </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">CouRageÂ </span></li>
</ul>

Fortnite

Epic Games poster game Fortnite was released back in 2017 as a third-person tactical shooter and it was just what Battle Royale fans needed. For years now, it has been known as a shooting adventure, especially for its Battle Royale mode. And the popularity has only grown since, thanks to all the efforts by developer, Epic Games. This has helped bring an exhilarating lineup of collaborations and celebrity features to the Fortnite island.Â  The Epic Games classic lets the players explore an open-world environment where the purpose is to survive against other characters (skins) through constant combat and some light-hearted graphical violence which has appealed to a lot of young gamers. The arsenal and combat essentials in the open world have only evolved with time and players have been introduced to new innovative load-outs, essentials, features, and movements from time to time. Let&#8217;s have a look at how Fortnite has progressed as the biggest â€˜third-person-shooter Battle Royale since its infamous launch in 2017.Â  Fortnite Structure In contrast to other multiplayer games, Fortnite features a single, sizable map that is exclusive to that season. In actuality, you won&#8217;t likely run into too many other players early on in the game. But as the game goes on, a ring on the map gradually gets closer to the center. Your character will perish if you are discovered outside the ring.Â  Fortnite is comparable to games like PlayerUnknown&#8217;s Battlegrounds and Apex Legends. It does, however, have one special quality. In Fortnite, you can build constructions with your character as you go. In the game, this lets you place traps, construct forts, and provide cover. Further, in contrast to other battle royale games, Fortnite requires you to become an expert shooter and builder. StorylineÂ  It all took off with the Zero Point or as the game calls it The Big Bang which created the universe spawning in trillions of different realities and among all these alternative realities was the center reality zero aka the Fortnite island. This is the home of the zero point, an island that it created to protect itself from any threat. Well, it worked for a while until a mysterious group called the imagined order found out about it and decided to move to the island.Â  The group created a whole bunch of secret underground bases which they could access through the bunkers. The secret society used Zero point energy to create a loop that forces people to fight against each other for 22 minutes and then it resets their memory. The IO group are the ones looking after the island and keeping everything in order. However, the twist begins when there are multiple attacks on the island by different enemies seeking zero-point energy.Â  The storyline starts before the time of Battle Royale when Dr Vindermann, the scientist, finds out about some crazy advancements in the science lab called the Vindertech. He was also the creator of V bucks, Battle Pass and all the weapons players can access on the island. Before Season 3, no player was aware of the loop on the island. Also, the original default skins were actually the snapshots of the agents of IO, later explained in the storyline.Â   The MeteorÂ   On May 1st, 2018, the Fortnite world witnessed its first attack when the meteor struck the center of the map destroying Dusty Divot and the factors while smaller meteors destroyed other structures on the island. The impact also introduced hop rocks, which players could consume to experience low gravity effects. Following this event, the narrative continued to evolve with subsequent seasons. The Zero Point became a central element, leading to events like the butterfly event, the Nexus War, and the ongoing struggle against the Loop. Each season brought new story elements, collaborations, and changes to the Fortnite island.  The CubeÂ   An official character of the cube, commonly referred to as â€œKevinâ€ proved its vitality in Fortniteâ€™s plot. The smoke monster has been featured since season five when a huge crack opened up in the sky and released it into the island. Therefore, the cube moved across the map creating Runes and visiting diverse places. While traveling, the cube switched on Loot Lake, which turned it into a floating one. Ultimately it melted into the lake forming whirlpools taking players to another world. Subsequently, it continued to serve as a center stage in season six where â€œbutterflyâ€ was organized and the cube recurred in other shapes in succeeding seasons. The mysterious nature behind the cube helped to add mystique and magic to the Fortnite storyline. It also ensured that the events on the island were shaped by the presence of this cube. Subsequently, Fortnite went on with its storyline which involved different scenarios. At this point, the ZERO PT was made central as The Seven, an ensemble of guys trying to keep the multiverse stable, came into play. This story unfolded in the Butterfly event in Season 6, depicting the clash of various powers. The Foundation was added in subsequent seasons and became key during the Zero Crisis Finale that kicked off Chapter 2, Season 6. IO turned out to be one of the major forces struggling with the disorder caused by the Zero Point. There were further happenings like the season when the â€œIOâ€ forces invaded and introduced the cube queen whom they had been fighting a continuous war on the loop.Â  These two events opened up a whole new realm of possibilities to the island bringing collisions of different universes across the globe to the island. A huge advantage these two attacks on Zero Energy brought was the liberty to bring on many top-tier collaborations to the game.Â  Notable Collaborations As mentioned earlier, a lot of the limelight Fortnite enjoys is attributed to the top-tier lineup of collaborations that have been introduced in the game throughout. From unexpected Easter eggs to some big celebrity skins, there&#8217;s a never-ending lineup that fans can look back on to celebrate the branding of Fortnite. Let us look at some of the collaborations that still remain the most memorable of all.Â   Infinity Gauntlet (LTM)/ Avengers Infinity War: Season 4Â  NFL Cosmetics: Season 6Â  Marshmello Bundle: Season 7Â  Endgame Limited Time Mode/ Avengers Endgame: Season 8Â  John Wick Chapter 3: Season 9Â  Ninja: Chapter 2 Season 1 Deadpool: Chapter 2 Season 2Â  Tenet: Chapter 2 Season 3Â  The Flash: Chapter 2 Season 5Â  Neymar Jr.: Chapter 2 Season 6Â  NBA: Chapter 2 Season 6Â  Naruto: Chapter 2 Season 8Â  Spider-Man: Chapter 3 Season 1Â  John Cena: Chapter 3 Season 3Â  MrBeast: Chapter 4 Season 1 Alan Wake: Chapter 4 Season 4 Invincible: Chapter 4 Season OG  The most recent collaborations include Lewis Hamilton and Stranger Things for the OG Chapter. Also, if the rumors are to be trusted a LEGO collaboration would be following Eminem&#8217;s Big Bang event. Game ModesÂ  Fortnite offers various game modes catering to different playstyles: Fortnite Battle Royale: The most popular mode where 100 players compete to be the last one standing. The game features a shrinking play zone, and players must gather resources, and weapons, and build structures to survive. Creative:Â  A sandbox mode allowing players to build and create their own islands, games, and experiences. It provides a wide range of tools and assets for players to express their creativity. Fortnite Save the World: A co-op player-vs-environment (PvE) mode where players team up to fight against waves of zombie-like creatures. This mode involves resource gathering, building structures, and completing objectives. AwardsÂ   2018Â   People&#8217;s Voice Award for Best Multiplayer/Competitive Game (Webby Awards)Â  Best Ongoing Game (Critics Award)Â  Choice Video Game (Teen Choice Awards)Â  Best Game (BBC)Â  Best Competitive Game (Golden Joystick Awards)Â  Ultimate Game of the YearÂ  Best Multiplayer Game (TGA)Â  Best Ongoing Game (TGA)Â  Gamers Choice Awards Fan Favorite GameÂ   2019  Online Game of the Year (D.I.C.E. Awards)Â  Evolving Game (British Academy Awards)Â  Famitsu Excellence PrizeÂ  Best Competitive Game (Webby Awards)Â  eSports Game of the Year (Golden Joystick Award)Â  Best Ongoing Game (TGA)Â   2020  Game of the Year 2020 (Galaxy Store Awards)Â  Player CountÂ  1,304,242 are currently active in the game at the time of writing.Â  5,753,819 is the current 24-hour peak. 6,172,463 is the lifetime peak for the game that was achieved 22 days back.Â  It is important to note that the promising numbers have witnessed a huge spike due to the hype built around the OG chapter.Â  Notable Fortnite StreamersÂ  Some of the notable Fortnite streamers that have made their mark in the streaming community by showcasing their talent in the Battle Royale are:Â  NinjaÂ  Tfue TimTheTatman NickmercsÂ  DrLupo ShroudÂ  SypherPK Nick eh 30Â  CouRageÂ 

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<h2>Madden NFL 21: Updates, Dual Entitlement, Mobile Version, and PC Requirements</h2>
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Madden NFL 21 is an American football video game based on the National Football League (NFL). Developed and published by Electronic Arts, the title is the latest installment in the long-running, world-renowned Madden NFL series.
<h2>Madden NFL 21 Gameplay Features</h2>
Packed with innovative new gameplay mechanics, the game delivers more levels of control and ingenuity, inspiring creativity on and off the field. The all-new Skill Stick helps players get crafty by allowing enhanced precision on both sides of the ball.
<h4>Offense</h4>
The Skill Stick facilitates linking clever skill-move combos that setup amazing gameplay moments. New evasive moves like dead-leg and slide hurdles combined with spins, jukes, and hurdles to create space require mastering. Meanwhile, players can run up the score with an innovative ball-carrier system developed to inspire creativity.
<h4>Defense</h4>
The Skill Stick facilitates full control and responsiveness with specific pass rush moves and combos. Being strategic is key as offensive linemen will build resistance to repeated moves.

Tackling advancements include location-based tackling, breakdown tackling, and improved dive tackling for all-out precision on defense. Diversifying play style is important to outsmart adaptive AI adjustments that counter players' tendencies in novel ways.
<h2>Madden NFL 21 Game Modes</h2>
Madden NFL 21 changes the game and lets players take control of their own legacy. The title delivers new features and modes, including:

<strong>Face of the Franchise: Rise to Fame</strong> — The new playable documentary career mode offers all-out levels of agency and depth throughout your journey to the Hall of Fame. It is about shaping your own path to greatness, rising to fame, and transcending NFL history. In this mode, you can push the limits of your legacy.

<strong>The Yard</strong> — Mind-blowing gameplay highlights in The Yard are generated by innovative trick play animations never seen before in the Madden NFL series. The new gameplay takes full effect by bringing out the ability to adapt and create because winning matters most.

You can create and customize your one-of-a-kind Avatar to represent you and express your individuality throughout The Yard. Deck out your Avatar with some of the freshest gear featured in the series ever. Collect Rep to build your Madden Rank as you progress and earn Cred to unlock more gear.

<strong>Madden Ultimate Team</strong> — A new season of Ultimate Team content means you earn rewards to finesse your depth chart and flex your fantasy roster on the competition.

Hone your skills with Ultimate Team Challenges. Elevate your gameplay in different competitive modes like MUT draft, MUT champions, or Squads to receive rewards that you can apply to your Ultimate Team campaign.

<strong>Superstar X-Factor 2.0</strong> —  Explore over 50 new Superstar and X-Factor abilities, fresh out of the lab designed to elevate the stars of a new generation in Madden NFL 21. The abilities are reserved for the most elite players in the league. Learn which players are equipped and how to trigger and knockout their abilities in-game.
<h2>Madden NFL 21 Editions</h2>
There are three editions of EA Sports' latest American football simulation game - <strong>Madden NFL 21 Standard Edition</strong>, <strong>Madden NFL 21 Deluxe Edition</strong>, and <strong>Madden NFL 21 MVP Edition.</strong>

While the Standard Edition costs $59.99 and is the basic version. Meanwhile, the Deluxe Edition and MVP Edition are special versions, costing $79.99 and $99.99, respectively.

<strong>Standard Edition</strong> includes: 1 of 32 Players from NFL Team Elite Packs, 5 Madden Ultimate Team Gold Team Fantasy Packs, 1 “Your Choice” Uniform Pack.

<strong>Deluxe Edition</strong> includes: 7 Madden Ultimate Team Gold Fantasy Packs, 1 of 32 Players from NFL Team Elite Packs, 1 “Your Choice” Uniform Pack.

<strong>MVP Edition</strong> includes: 12 Madden Ultimate Team Gold Team Fantasy Packs, 1 Large Quicksell Training Pack, Madden Championship Series Ultimate Champion Pack, Lamar Jackson Elite Item with Power Up, 1 of 32 Players from NFL Team Elite Packs, 1 “Your Choice” Uniform Pack.
<h2>Madden NFL 21 Release Date</h2>
Electronic Arts released the latest Madden NFL title worldwide for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on August 28, 2020.

A mobile version of the latest title, named Madden NFL 21 Mobile, was launched for iOS and Android a few weeks before the game's initial launch.

Meanwhile, the next-gen version of the game for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, will release worldwide on December 4, 2020.

EA will share more information about the next-gen features in the coming weeks as the game's next-gen version nears launch.
<h2>Madden NFL 21 on Next-Gen Consoles: Dual entitlement</h2>
The power of PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S next-gen consoles has enabled EA to unlock innovations like blazing fast load times, deferred lighting and rendering, enhanced animation technology, spatialized audio, and more. From visual to visceral, every time the payer steps on the field, it will uplift the entire gameplay experience to the next level.

Partnering up with Sony and Microsoft, EA has put forth the Dual Entitlement feature. Dual Entitlement lets you upgrade your copy of Madden NFL 21 on PlayStation 4 to PlayStation 5, or from Xbox One to Xbox Series X|S, when the game launches on next-generation consoles, for free.

This means you won't need to buy Madden NFL twice to upgrade the game's copy from PlayStation 4 to PlayStation 5 or Xbox One to Xbox Series X/S. For more information about upgrading to the next-gen Madden NFL 21, please visit <a href="https://www.ea.com/dual-entitlement">EA's official website here</a>.
<h2>Madden NFL System Requirements for PC</h2>
<p class="h4"><strong>Minimum PC Requirements</strong></p>
<p class="h4"><b>OS: </b>Windows 10 <b></b></p>
<b>Processor (AMD): </b>Athlon X4 880K @4GHz  or better<b></b>

<b>Processor (Intel): </b>Core i3-6100 @3.7GHz or better <b></b>

<b>Memory: </b>8GB<b></b>

<b>Graphics Card (AMD): </b>Radeon RX 460 or Equivalent<b></b>

<b>Graphics Card (Nvidia): </b>GeForce GTX 670 or Equivalent<b></b>

<b>DirectX: </b>11

<b>Multiplayer Online Connection Requirements: </b>512 KBPS or faster Internet connection<b></b>

<b>Hard Drive Space: </b>50GB.

<strong>Recommended PC Requirements</strong>

<b>OS: </b>Windows 10 <b></b>

<b>Processor (AMD): </b>FX 8150 @3.6GHz or better<b></b>

<b>Processor (Intel): </b>Core i5-3550 @3.40GHz or better <b></b>

<b>Memory: </b>16GB<b></b>

<b>Graphics Card (AMD): </b>Radeon R9 270x or Equivalent

<b></b><b>Graphics Card (Nvidia): </b>GeForce GTX 680 or Equivalent<b></b>

<b>DirectX: </b>11

<b>Multiplayer Online Connection Requirements: </b>Broadband Connection <b></b>

<b>Hard Drive Space: </b>50GB
<h2>Details</h2>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400"><strong>First Release</strong></span></td>
<td>John Madden Football, 1988</td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400"><strong>Latest Release</strong></span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Madden NFL 21, 2020</span></td>
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<td><strong>Spinoffs</strong></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Titles in the Madden NFL series</span></td>
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<td><strong>Developers</strong></td>
<td>EA Tiburon, Publisher: EA Sports</td>
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<td><strong>Platforms</strong></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Windows, Xbox One, PS4, Stadia, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, iOS, Android</span></td>
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<td><strong>Genre</strong></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Sports</span></td>
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<td><strong>Mode(s)</strong></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Single-player, multiplayer</span></td>
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</tbody>
</table>
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Madden NFL 21

Madden NFL 21: Updates, Dual Entitlement, Mobile Version, and PC Requirements Madden NFL 21 is an American football video game based on the National Football League (NFL). Developed and published by Electronic Arts, the title is the latest installment in the long-running, world-renowned Madden NFL series. Madden NFL 21 Gameplay Features Packed with innovative new gameplay mechanics, the game delivers more levels of control and ingenuity, inspiring creativity on and off the field. The all-new Skill Stick helps players get crafty by allowing enhanced precision on both sides of the ball. Offense The Skill Stick facilitates linking clever skill-move combos that setup amazing gameplay moments. New evasive moves like dead-leg and slide hurdles combined with spins, jukes, and hurdles to create space require mastering. Meanwhile, players can run up the score with an innovative ball-carrier system developed to inspire creativity. Defense The Skill Stick facilitates full control and responsiveness with specific pass rush moves and combos. Being strategic is key as offensive linemen will build resistance to repeated moves. Tackling advancements include location-based tackling, breakdown tackling, and improved dive tackling for all-out precision on defense. Diversifying play style is important to outsmart adaptive AI adjustments that counter players&#8217; tendencies in novel ways. Madden NFL 21 Game Modes Madden NFL 21 changes the game and lets players take control of their own legacy. The title delivers new features and modes, including: Face of the Franchise: Rise to Fame — The new playable documentary career mode offers all-out levels of agency and depth throughout your journey to the Hall of Fame. It is about shaping your own path to greatness, rising to fame, and transcending NFL history. In this mode, you can push the limits of your legacy. The Yard — Mind-blowing gameplay highlights in The Yard are generated by innovative trick play animations never seen before in the Madden NFL series. The new gameplay takes full effect by bringing out the ability to adapt and create because winning matters most. You can create and customize your one-of-a-kind Avatar to represent you and express your individuality throughout The Yard. Deck out your Avatar with some of the freshest gear featured in the series ever. Collect Rep to build your Madden Rank as you progress and earn Cred to unlock more gear. Madden Ultimate Team — A new season of Ultimate Team content means you earn rewards to finesse your depth chart and flex your fantasy roster on the competition. Hone your skills with Ultimate Team Challenges. Elevate your gameplay in different competitive modes like MUT draft, MUT champions, or Squads to receive rewards that you can apply to your Ultimate Team campaign. Superstar X-Factor 2.0 —  Explore over 50 new Superstar and X-Factor abilities, fresh out of the lab designed to elevate the stars of a new generation in Madden NFL 21. The abilities are reserved for the most elite players in the league. Learn which players are equipped and how to trigger and knockout their abilities in-game. Madden NFL 21 Editions There are three editions of EA Sports&#8217; latest American football simulation game &#8211; Madden NFL 21 Standard Edition, Madden NFL 21 Deluxe Edition, and Madden NFL 21 MVP Edition. While the Standard Edition costs $59.99 and is the basic version. Meanwhile, the Deluxe Edition and MVP Edition are special versions, costing $79.99 and $99.99, respectively. Standard Edition includes: 1 of 32 Players from NFL Team Elite Packs, 5 Madden Ultimate Team Gold Team Fantasy Packs, 1 “Your Choice” Uniform Pack. Deluxe Edition includes: 7 Madden Ultimate Team Gold Fantasy Packs, 1 of 32 Players from NFL Team Elite Packs, 1 “Your Choice” Uniform Pack. MVP Edition includes: 12 Madden Ultimate Team Gold Team Fantasy Packs, 1 Large Quicksell Training Pack, Madden Championship Series Ultimate Champion Pack, Lamar Jackson Elite Item with Power Up, 1 of 32 Players from NFL Team Elite Packs, 1 “Your Choice” Uniform Pack. Madden NFL 21 Release Date Electronic Arts released the latest Madden NFL title worldwide for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on August 28, 2020. A mobile version of the latest title, named Madden NFL 21 Mobile, was launched for iOS and Android a few weeks before the game&#8217;s initial launch. Meanwhile, the next-gen version of the game for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, will release worldwide on December 4, 2020. EA will share more information about the next-gen features in the coming weeks as the game&#8217;s next-gen version nears launch. Madden NFL 21 on Next-Gen Consoles: Dual entitlement The power of PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S next-gen consoles has enabled EA to unlock innovations like blazing fast load times, deferred lighting and rendering, enhanced animation technology, spatialized audio, and more. From visual to visceral, every time the payer steps on the field, it will uplift the entire gameplay experience to the next level. Partnering up with Sony and Microsoft, EA has put forth the Dual Entitlement feature. Dual Entitlement lets you upgrade your copy of Madden NFL 21 on PlayStation 4 to PlayStation 5, or from Xbox One to Xbox Series X|S, when the game launches on next-generation consoles, for free. This means you won&#8217;t need to buy Madden NFL twice to upgrade the game&#8217;s copy from PlayStation 4 to PlayStation 5 or Xbox One to Xbox Series X/S. For more information about upgrading to the next-gen Madden NFL 21, please visit EA&#8217;s official website here. Madden NFL System Requirements for PC Minimum PC Requirements OS: Windows 10  Processor (AMD): Athlon X4 880K @4GHz  or better Processor (Intel): Core i3-6100 @3.7GHz or better  Memory: 8GB Graphics Card (AMD): Radeon RX 460 or Equivalent Graphics Card (Nvidia): GeForce GTX 670 or Equivalent DirectX: 11 Multiplayer Online Connection Requirements: 512 KBPS or faster Internet connection Hard Drive Space: 50GB. Recommended PC Requirements OS: Windows 10  Processor (AMD): FX 8150 @3.6GHz or better Processor (Intel): Core i5-3550 @3.40GHz or better  Memory: 16GB Graphics Card (AMD): Radeon R9 270x or Equivalent Graphics Card (Nvidia): GeForce GTX 680 or Equivalent DirectX: 11 Multiplayer Online Connection Requirements: Broadband Connection  Hard Drive Space: 50GB Details  First Release John Madden Football, 1988  Latest Release Madden NFL 21, 2020  Spinoffs Titles in the Madden NFL series  Developers EA Tiburon, Publisher: EA Sports  Platforms Windows, Xbox One, PS4, Stadia, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, iOS, Android  Genre Sports  Mode(s) Single-player, multiplayer  &nbsp;

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<h2><img class="alignnone wp-image-324999 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20200727010334/ninja-publicity-h_2019_-1-2.jpg" alt="" width="1296" height="730" /></h2>
<h2>Ninja 2021: Net worth, sponsors, and streaming platform</h2>
Richard Tyler Blevins, better known as Ninja, is a gamer and full-time streamer, but he is so much more. Over the last few years, he has transcended the gaming industry and become a modern-day pop icon.

Ninja started off on his gaming journey as a competitive player and represented various eSports <a href="https://www.esportspedia.com/halo/Ninja">organizations</a> like Cloud9, Team Liquid, Renegades, and Luminosity Gaming. Having kick-started his professional career with Halo 3, he also competed in games like H1Z1 and PlayerUnknown's Battleground.

Ninja gave in to the gradually growing trend of streaming in 2011, balancing it alongside his competitive ventures. However, he was one among a sea of streamers, trying to make it big.

All that changed in 2017 when he took up a certain game called Fortnite Battle Royale.

Ninja and Fortnite had something of a symbiotic success. Both parties simply exploded in popularity, becoming contemporary icons. In 2020, Epic Games released a 'Ninja' skin in Fortnite, which we can surely consider to be recognition of his contribution.

While the two are no longer as inseparable as they once were, the bond remains.
<h2>A move that shocked the world</h2>
Twitch, the world's biggest streaming platform, was also home to the biggest streamer on the globe, once. Ninja was its crown jewel with a mind-boggling 14 million+ followers.

In 2019, though, the unthinkable happened as the blue-haired streamer announced he was <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ninja_(gamer)">quitting</a> Twitch for the fairly new platform, Mixer.

After Mixer shut down, Ninja has streamed on both Twitch and YouTube. It is still unclear what his final decision would be.
<h2>Ninja net worth in 2021</h2>
According to <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-celebrities/rock-stars/tyler-ninja-blevins-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CelebrityNetWorth</a>, Ninja's net worth is estimated to be around $15 million. An exclusivity contract with Microsoft's Mixer, reported to be between $20-30 million will only add to it in the following years.
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<h2>How to contact Ninja in 2021:</h2>
Ninja is available to contact through the following platforms:

<strong>Business email:</strong> business@teamninja.com

<strong>Website:</strong> https://teamninja.com/

<strong>Twitter:</strong> <a href="https://twitter.com/Ninja?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor">@Ninja</a>

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<strong>Instagram:</strong> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ninja/?hl=en">@ninja</a>
<h2>Ninja details</h2>
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<td><strong>Real Name</strong></td>
<td>Richard Tyler Blevins Jr.</td>
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<td><strong>Born</strong></td>
<td>5 June 1991</td>
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<td><strong>Age</strong></td>
<td><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ninja_(gamer)">29</a></td>
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<td><strong>Net Worth</strong></td>
<td>$15-20 million</td>
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<td><strong>Nationality</strong></td>
<td>American</td>
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<td><strong>Sponsors</strong></td>
<td>Adidas, Red Bull, Uber Eats, NZXT</td>
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<td><strong>Marital Status</strong></td>
<td>Married</td>
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<td><strong>Spouse</strong></td>
<td>Jessica Goch</td>
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<td><strong>Height</strong></td>
<td>6 ft 1 inch</td>
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<td><strong>Sponsors</strong></td>
<td>Red Bull, Uber Eats, and NZXT</td>
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<td><strong>Games he plays</strong></td>
<td>Fortnite, PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds, Halo, Apex Legends and Valorant</td>
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<h2>Ninja Streaming Setup</h2>
<h3 class="fusion-title title fusion-title-size-one">Ninja’s Main PC Setup</h3>
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<td align="left">Case</td>
<td align="left">NZXT H700i</td>
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<td align="left">Motherboard</td>
<td align="left">NZXT N7 ATX LGA 1151</td>
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<td align="left">CPU</td>
<td align="left">INTEL CORE I7-8700K 3.7GHZ</td>
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<td align="left">CPU Cooler</td>
<td align="left">NZXT KRAKEN X62</td>
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<td align="left">GPU</td>
<td align="left">NVIDIA GTX 1080TI 11GB</td>
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<td align="left">RAM</td>
<td align="left">G.SKILL TRIDENTZ RGB 32 GB</td>
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<td align="left">Storage</td>
<td align="left">SAMSUNG 960 EVO 1TB M.2 (x2) &amp; SEAGATE BARRACUDA 4TB (x2)</td>
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<td align="left">Power Supply</td>
<td align="left">SEASONIC FOCUS PLUS 850W 80+ GOLD</td>
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<td align="left">Fans</td>
<td align="left">NZXT AER RGB 140MM</td>
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<td align="left">Other Items</td>
<td align="left">CABLEMOD 6+2 PIN, NZXT PUCK</td>
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<h3 class="title-heading-left">Ninja’s Peripherals</h3>
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<td align="left">Monitor</td>
<td align="left">Alienware 25-inch Gaming Monitor</td>
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<td align="left">Webcam</td>
<td align="left">Logitech BRIO</td>
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<td align="left">Keyboard</td>
<td align="left">Logitech G810 Orion</td>
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<td align="left">Mouse</td>
<td align="left">Logitech G502</td>
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<td align="left">Headphones</td>
<td align="left">Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro</td>
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<td align="left">Headphone Amp</td>
<td align="left">Creative Sound Blaster X7 Headphone Amp</td>
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<td align="left">Microphone</td>
<td align="left">Audio-Technica AT2035 Condenser Microphone</td>
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<td align="left">Audio Interface</td>
<td align="left">Line 6 Pod Studio UX2</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</div>
</div>
<h2>Ninja details</h2>
<div>
<table width="587">
<thead>
<tr>
<td><strong>Real Name</strong></td>
<td>Richard Tyler Blevins Jr.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Born</strong></td>
<td>5 June 1991</td>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Age</strong></td>
<td><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ninja_(gamer)">29</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Net Worth</strong></td>
<td>$15-20 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Nationality</strong></td>
<td>American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Sponsors</strong></td>
<td>Adidas, Red Bull, Uber Eats, NZXT</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Marital Status</strong></td>
<td>Married</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Spouse</strong></td>
<td>Jessica Goch</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Height</strong></td>
<td>6 ft 1 inch</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Sponsors</strong></td>
<td>Red Bull, Uber Eats, and NZXT</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Games he plays</strong></td>
<td>Fortnite, PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds, Halo, Apex Legends and Valorant</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</div>
</div>
</div>
</div>
</div>

Ninja

Ninja 2021: Net worth, sponsors, and streaming platform Richard Tyler Blevins, better known as Ninja, is a gamer and full-time streamer, but he is so much more. Over the last few years, he has transcended the gaming industry and become a modern-day pop icon. Ninja started off on his gaming journey as a competitive player and represented various eSports organizations like Cloud9, Team Liquid, Renegades, and Luminosity Gaming. Having kick-started his professional career with Halo 3, he also competed in games like H1Z1 and PlayerUnknown&#8217;s Battleground. Ninja gave in to the gradually growing trend of streaming in 2011, balancing it alongside his competitive ventures. However, he was one among a sea of streamers, trying to make it big. All that changed in 2017 when he took up a certain game called Fortnite Battle Royale. Ninja and Fortnite had something of a symbiotic success. Both parties simply exploded in popularity, becoming contemporary icons. In 2020, Epic Games released a &#8216;Ninja&#8217; skin in Fortnite, which we can surely consider to be recognition of his contribution. While the two are no longer as inseparable as they once were, the bond remains. A move that shocked the world Twitch, the world&#8217;s biggest streaming platform, was also home to the biggest streamer on the globe, once. Ninja was its crown jewel with a mind-boggling 14 million+ followers. In 2019, though, the unthinkable happened as the blue-haired streamer announced he was quitting Twitch for the fairly new platform, Mixer. After Mixer shut down, Ninja has streamed on both Twitch and YouTube. It is still unclear what his final decision would be. Ninja net worth in 2021 According to CelebrityNetWorth, Ninja&#8217;s net worth is estimated to be around $15 million. An exclusivity contract with Microsoft&#8217;s Mixer, reported to be between $20-30 million will only add to it in the following years. How to contact Ninja in 2021: Ninja is available to contact through the following platforms: Business email: business@teamninja.com Website: https://teamninja.com/ Twitter: @Ninja Instagram: @ninja Ninja details   Real Name Richard Tyler Blevins Jr.  Born 5 June 1991   Age 29  Net Worth $15-20 million  Nationality American  Sponsors Adidas, Red Bull, Uber Eats, NZXT  Marital Status Married  Spouse Jessica Goch  Height 6 ft 1 inch  Sponsors Red Bull, Uber Eats, and NZXT  Games he plays Fortnite, PlayerUnknown&#8217;s Battlegrounds, Halo, Apex Legends and Valorant   Ninja Streaming Setup Ninja’s Main PC Setup     Part Details   Case NZXT H700i  Motherboard NZXT N7 ATX LGA 1151  CPU INTEL CORE I7-8700K 3.7GHZ  CPU Cooler NZXT KRAKEN X62  GPU NVIDIA GTX 1080TI 11GB  RAM G.SKILL TRIDENTZ RGB 32 GB  Storage SAMSUNG 960 EVO 1TB M.2 (x2) &amp; SEAGATE BARRACUDA 4TB (x2)  Power Supply SEASONIC FOCUS PLUS 850W 80+ GOLD  Fans NZXT AER RGB 140MM  Other Items CABLEMOD 6+2 PIN, NZXT PUCK        Ninja’s Peripherals   Item Specs   Monitor Alienware 25-inch Gaming Monitor  Webcam Logitech BRIO  Keyboard Logitech G810 Orion  Mouse Logitech G502        Ninja’s Audio Setup   Item Specs   Headphones Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro  Headphone Amp Creative Sound Blaster X7 Headphone Amp  Microphone Audio-Technica AT2035 Condenser Microphone  Audio Interface Line 6 Pod Studio UX2   Ninja details   Real Name Richard Tyler Blevins Jr.  Born 5 June 1991   Age 29  Net Worth $15-20 million  Nationality American  Sponsors Adidas, Red Bull, Uber Eats, NZXT  Marital Status Married  Spouse Jessica Goch  Height 6 ft 1 inch  Sponsors Red Bull, Uber Eats, and NZXT  Games he plays Fortnite, PlayerUnknown&#8217;s Battlegrounds, Halo, Apex Legends and Valorant

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The PlayStation 5 is Sony's next-gen console. It is Sony's most powerful console to date, which packs immense computing and graphical power. It is also a huge leap forward from the PlayStation 4 that was launched in 2013.

The console is available in two different versions.
<ol>
 	<li>PlayStation 5 Dics+Digital</li>
 	<li>PlayStation 5 Digital Only</li>
</ol>
Both the versions have the same specifications, but a slightly different price point.
<h2>PlayStation 5 Price</h2>
Sony announced the price of the console at the PlayStation Showcase event held in September 2020. Take a look at the prices of both the versions of PlayStation 5 below:
<ol>
 	<li>PlayStation 5 Disc + Digital Price: $499, £449, €499</li>
 	<li>PlayStation 5 Digital Only Price: $399, £359, €399</li>
</ol>
<h2>PlayStation 5 Specifications</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td rowspan="3" width="104">CPU</td>
<td width="497">x86-64-AMD Ryzen™ “Zen 2”</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="497">8 Cores / 16 Threads</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="497">Variable frequency, up to 3.5 GHz</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td rowspan="3" width="104">GPU</td>
<td width="497">AMD Radeon™ RDNA 2-based graphics engine</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="497">Ray Tracing Acceleration</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="497">Variable frequency, up to 2.23 GHz (10.3 TFLOPS)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td rowspan="2" width="104">System Memory</td>
<td width="497">GDDR6 16GB</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="497">448GB/s Bandwidth</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td rowspan="2" width="104">SSD</td>
<td width="497">825GB</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="497">5.5GB/s Read Bandwidth (Raw)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="104">PS5 Game Disc</td>
<td width="497">Ultra HD Blu-ray™, up to 100GB/disc</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="104">Video Out</td>
<td width="497">Support of 4K 120Hz TVs, 8K TVs, VRR (specified by HDMI ver.2.1)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="104">Audio</td>
<td width="497">“Tempest” 3D AudioTech</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The PS5 has a really powerful SSD that sets it apart from the Xbox Series X. With the help of this lightning-fast SSD, the games on the PS5 will have virtually no load times at all. This will deliver a great next-gen experience to gamers.
<h2>PlayStation 5 Expandable Storage</h2>
The next-gen console comes with an expandable storage option. This allows the players to have additional storage apart from the stock NVMe SSD. The expandable storage slot allows users to have an additional NVMe drive, which will increase the overall storage of the console.

As of now, there is no known list of compatible drives with the PS5. More information will be available closer to the launch date.
<h2>PlayStation 5 Backwards Compatibility</h2>
When the PS5 launches this November, more than 99 percent of the 4000+ games available on PS4 will be playable on PS5.
<p class=""><strong>PS5 Digital Edition</strong></p>

<ul>
 	<li>You will be able to play digital versions of your compatible PS4 games on the PS5 Digital edition console. These will be compatible PS4 digital games you have already purchased or plan to purchase, via PlayStation Store on PS4, PS5, web, or PlayStation mobile app.</li>
 	<li>Since there is no disc drive, you won’t be able to play your PS4 disc-based games on the PS5 Digital Edition.</li>
</ul>
<p class=""><strong>PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive</strong></p>

<ul>
 	<li>You can play digital versions of your compatible PS4 games you downloaded from the PlayStation Store on PS4, PS5, web, or PlayStation mobile app.</li>
 	<li>You can also use physical PS4 game discs.</li>
</ul>
Additionally, games that are only playable on PS4 will be noted on PlayStation Store as playable on “PS4 only."
<h2>PlayStation 5 Release Date</h2>
The release date for PS5 is different for different countries around the world. It will launch in the USA, Japan, Canada, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, and South Korea on November 12.

The rest of the world will get the console on November 19.

PlayStation 5

The PlayStation 5 is Sony&#8217;s next-gen console. It is Sony&#8217;s most powerful console to date, which packs immense computing and graphical power. It is also a huge leap forward from the PlayStation 4 that was launched in 2013. The console is available in two different versions. PlayStation 5 Dics+Digital PlayStation 5 Digital Only Both the versions have the same specifications, but a slightly different price point. PlayStation 5 Price Sony announced the price of the console at the PlayStation Showcase event held in September 2020. Take a look at the prices of both the versions of PlayStation 5 below: PlayStation 5 Disc + Digital Price: $499, £449, €499 PlayStation 5 Digital Only Price: $399, £359, €399 PlayStation 5 Specifications  CPU x86-64-AMD Ryzen™ “Zen 2”  8 Cores / 16 Threads  Variable frequency, up to 3.5 GHz  GPU AMD Radeon™ RDNA 2-based graphics engine  Ray Tracing Acceleration  Variable frequency, up to 2.23 GHz (10.3 TFLOPS)  System Memory GDDR6 16GB  448GB/s Bandwidth  SSD 825GB  5.5GB/s Read Bandwidth (Raw)  PS5 Game Disc Ultra HD Blu-ray™, up to 100GB/disc  Video Out Support of 4K 120Hz TVs, 8K TVs, VRR (specified by HDMI ver.2.1)  Audio “Tempest” 3D AudioTech  The PS5 has a really powerful SSD that sets it apart from the Xbox Series X. With the help of this lightning-fast SSD, the games on the PS5 will have virtually no load times at all. This will deliver a great next-gen experience to gamers. PlayStation 5 Expandable Storage The next-gen console comes with an expandable storage option. This allows the players to have additional storage apart from the stock NVMe SSD. The expandable storage slot allows users to have an additional NVMe drive, which will increase the overall storage of the console. As of now, there is no known list of compatible drives with the PS5. More information will be available closer to the launch date. PlayStation 5 Backwards Compatibility When the PS5 launches this November, more than 99 percent of the 4000+ games available on PS4 will be playable on PS5. PS5 Digital Edition You will be able to play digital versions of your compatible PS4 games on the PS5 Digital edition console. These will be compatible PS4 digital games you have already purchased or plan to purchase, via PlayStation Store on PS4, PS5, web, or PlayStation mobile app. Since there is no disc drive, you won’t be able to play your PS4 disc-based games on the PS5 Digital Edition. PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive You can play digital versions of your compatible PS4 games you downloaded from the PlayStation Store on PS4, PS5, web, or PlayStation mobile app. You can also use physical PS4 game discs. Additionally, games that are only playable on PS4 will be noted on PlayStation Store as playable on “PS4 only.&#8221; PlayStation 5 Release Date The release date for PS5 is different for different countries around the world. It will launch in the USA, Japan, Canada, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, and South Korea on November 12. The rest of the world will get the console on November 19.

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