This weekend is the All-Star celebration for the Overwatch League, seeing the preferred gamers going through off in numerous particular matches. All of it will likely be viewable on Twitch, and cheering in your favourites utilizing the platform’s Bits system may even profit the charity Childs Play, which supplies toys and games to youngsters in hospitals and shelters worldwide.
According to Twitch’s announcement, 100% of Bits Cheered shall be donated to the charity, which has been making certain that youngsters in want have entry to play and leisure since 2003. Be conscious, although, that that’s some tough wording on Twitch’s half, since they’re truly donating $1 for each 100 Bits Cheered, and shopping for 100 Bits prices $1.40. (The maths type of checks out if you happen to keep in mind that Twitch at all times provides all livestreamers one cent per bit Cheered.)
If you need to sidestep Jeff Bezos taking his reduce, you can donate to Child’s Play directly from their website, however the matches themselves must be present. Unfortunately, it kicks off tonight at midnight BST, so solely night time owls will be capable to catch the enjoyable dwell. Players had been beforehand voted for by followers, so large names like Kim “Geguri” Se-yeon and Park “Saebyeolbe” Jong-ryeol shall be representing the Pacific and Atlantic divisions as they compete in novelty game modes like Lucioball, thriller heroes, and lockout elimination. There’ll be a tense Widowmaker 1v1 event between a number of the greatest expertise within the League, and the hosts and commentators may even be displaying off their gaming abilities (or lack thereof).
Luckily, the primary occasion, a present match between the 2 groups, is tomorrow on the way more affordable time of 7pm BST. And there’s sure to be loads to cheer for.
