We're in for some real big tournaments in the coming weeks. The Dota 2 International may be taking a break after today, but that's only going to lead to the main stage next week, which is when all eyes will be on the event. Meanwhile, Smite, Overwatch, and a few other games are having some notable events this week you should also check out.
The world's biggest Dota 2 tournament is closing out its group stages, which will determine who's eliminated early, who enters the main stage in the upper bracket, and who will face elimination in the lower bracket. (Streams and Schedule)
Meanwhile, the League of Legends Summer season continues as teams like Echo Fox, Team Liquid, and more fight for their spot in the playoffs. (Stream and Schedule)
The Overwatch World Cup is in Katowice, Poland this weekend, so you can watch Poland (along with Austria, Canada, Netherlands, Russia, and more) compete on the world stage. (Stream and Schedule)
The StarCraft II world is pitting itself against the GSL this weekend, which should make for some interesting cross-region competition. (Stream / Schedule)
Heroes of the Storm's Western Clash will have top teams from the Americas, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand against each other, which should act as a prelude for the HGC finals in November. (Stream / Schedule)
Later tonight you can catch the Tekken 7 World Tour's latest stop in Seoul, South Korea, which starts at around 10pm Central time. (Stream / Schedule)
If you're looking for high-level Injustice 2 action, make sure to check out Viennality, which is part of the Injustice 2 pro circuit and has a $20,000 pot bonus to match. (Stream)
Rocket League is hosting is pair of regional events this weekend, in the East and West parts of the United States. Watch teams from major cities compete against each other for bragging rights (and cash and fame and stuff). (Stream / Schedule)
This week's big Super Smash Bros. Melee / For Wii U tournament is Low Tier City 5, which once again unites several of the game's best players under one roof. (Stream / Schedule)
Esports outfit NRG is bringing together some of the best Smite from around the world for an invitational tournament, so if you're looking for a quick hit of competitive Smite, this is your best bet. (Stream)
That's it for this weekend! Let us know if we missed an event, or if there's a scene you'd like us to cover, in the comments below.