Justin Binkowski

Connecticut

Former Managing Editor @DotEsports. Co-host @EgoChallPodcast. I tweet a lot about sports and Call of Duty esports. Email: [email protected]

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LoL players' dreams come true with 4 new Superfan skins

Sep 23, 2024 | dotesports.com | Justin Binkowski

Riot Games is finally adding a new member to the massively popular League of Legends virtual K-pop group K/DA—sort of. In a new Dev Update video shared today, Sept. 23, League fans got a sneak peek at four new Superfan skins coming next month. And while they each inevitably have their own appeal, one skin in particular is already a smash hit in the eyes of the community: K/DA Gragas.
Yu-Gi-Oh! Supreme Darkness booster set - New cards, archetypes, and more

Sep 20, 2024 | dotesports.com | Justin Binkowski

Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG players are starting to learn more about what they can expect from the first core booster set of 2025. After Rage of the Abyss drops in October, Supreme Darkness is the next set coming in January 2025. Here’s what we know about Supreme Darkness so far. Supreme Darkness is scheduled to be released for the TCG in North America on Jan. 24, 2025. The set will be released for the OCG in Asia on Oct. 26.
Gotaga's org Gentle Mates reportedly eyeing CDL entry-and HyDra

Sep 19, 2024 | dotesports.com | Justin Binkowski

Another new organization is reportedly attempting to acquire a franchise slot in the Call of Duty League—and it could be looking to make an immediate splash by targeting some big-name players for its 2025 roster. Gentle Mates, an esports organization owned in part by former French CoD pro Gotaga, is working on a deal to obtain the CDL spot owned by the Los Angeles Guerrillas, according to a report by Dexerto’s Jacob Hale.
Popular CDL commentator Miles Ross laid off by Microsoft, 'exclusivity with Call of Duty' ends

Sep 18, 2024 | dotesports.com | Justin Binkowski

Well-known Call of Duty esports commentator Miles Ross has been affected by the latest round of layoffs at Microsoft, he announced today. “Last week I was let go from ATVI during the latest wave of Microsoft layoffs alongside some brilliant friends in the CDL team,” Ross said. “While this certainly sucks I am still extremely excited for the BO6 season, and even more amped for what the future holds.
New K/DA recruit? Artist drops original LoL song written from perspective of Katarina

Sep 18, 2024 | dotesports.com | Justin Binkowski

If Riot Games is looking to form another virtual band or group featuring League of Legends champions anytime soon, one mid lane assassin may have just thrown her hat into the ring. Polish singer-songwriter Carolin “Wønder” Mrugała recently released an original song called “Born Ready (To Kill),” with League champ Katarina as the star. And if you’re a fan of some of the music from groups like K/DA or Heartsteel, there’s a good chance you’ll enjoy this smash hit, too.
When is Tenpai Dragon coming to Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel?

Sep 16, 2024 | dotesports.com | Justin Binkowski

A popular Yu-Gi-Oh! deck that’s been a major force in the physical card game this year may soon be ready to take over Master Duel. Here’s what we know so far about when the Tenpai Dragon archetype could be added to Master Duel. Konami has not announced a release date for Tenpai Dragon cards in Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel yet. But based on some of the cards and strategies added to the digital game in the Sept. 12 update, the Tenpai Dragon archetype could be on its way soon.
Superstar ADC Berserker reportedly leaving C9 ahead of 2025 LoL season

Sep 16, 2024 | dotesports.com | Justin Binkowski

One of the brightest stars competing at the highest level of professional League of Legends in North America in recent years may be moving on from the org he’s called home for the last three seasons. Cloud9 ADC Berserker is leaving the team despite being under contract until November 2025, according to a report by Sheep Esports. This news follows reports last week that C9 mid laner Jojopyun may be “fired” by the org due to repeated instances of tardiness in the 2024 competitive League season.
HyDra, Scrap could reportedly join forces on new CDL superteam

Sep 13, 2024 | dotesports.com | Justin Binkowski

A new powerhouse Call of Duty League roster is reportedly being explored in the ongoing offseason—and this squad would immediately have the potential to lift trophies if it becomes a reality. HyDra, Scrap, Envoy, and Ghosty are “exploring” the idea of teaming together, according to a Twitter/X post today by CoD esports stats site Breaking Point.
This one LoL champ has dominated the top lane at all ranks over the last 2 months

Sep 13, 2024 | dotesports.com | Justin Binkowski

If you’re looking for a top lane champ to help you climb the ranks in League of Legends right now, it might be time to give Yorick a try. The Shepherd of Souls has posted the highest win rate of any top lane champion at all ranks since at least Patch 14.14, according to League stats site U.GG. Patch 14.14 was released on July 17, which means Yorick has effectively been the top laner with the best win rate at all ranks for the last two months.
Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel Sept. 12 update - Patch notes, new cards, and more

Sep 11, 2024 | dotesports.com | Justin Binkowski

The latest update for Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel is right around the corner, bringing a couple of new Selection Packs, a minor update to the Forbidden and Limited list, and more. Here are the patch notes for Master Duel’s Sept. 12 update. The next update for Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel is set to go live on Sept. 12 around 2:30am CT. Maintenance is scheduled to begin for the patch on Sept. 11 at 11pm CT, which means Master Duel will be down from then until 2:30am CT on Sept. 12. Most notably, the Sept.