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Esports Insider: SoaR Dazs General Manager Of SoaR Gaming

2025-09-24T12:58:55Z

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If, as some say, time is a person’s most precious resource, then it’s quite the honor to have a chance to speak with SoaR Dazs, the General Manager of SoaR Gaming. Between his role with SoaR, his stream schedule (he puts in more than 20 hours a week), _ Apex Legends _ scrim matches, his regular YouTube uploads , spending time with his fiance and his day job, it’s a near-miracle he has time to talk the TheGamer. "There's no way I can keep up this momentum forever, where I'm working the day job, SoaR Gaming, and then streaming like all at once," he says. "The only reason I feel like I'm able to do is that I'm relatively young, for now." Still, it’s a strategy that’s paid off for him thus far. Though he lives in Manhattan, which is historically one of the most expensive housing markets in the country, he and his fiance own a home Tennessee. "It took years and years of grinding, hard work, and just juggling situations like this," he says. Of course, streaming is the quintessential work-from-home job. Save for a few outliers, few professional streamers and video game players are in a hurry to move to big cities that require a high cost of living. Dazs ended up in New York for a completely unrelated reason. "I came here for musical theater," he shares, explaining how he even managed to land a role in the Broadway production of _ Wicked _ . "Even though the money was decent, I came to a roadblock. I was like, man, I should just do YouTube, streaming and this stuff, more full time." "I guess I can say I'm not really disappointed," he adds. Dazs On His Transition From Battlefield to Apex Legends Though he now competes in _ Apex Legends _ , it was Dazs’s _ Battlefield _ montages originally inspired interest from professional organizations. He was, and continues to be, a notable name in the _ Battlefield _ scene, which led him to develop relationships with people within Battlefield game publisher Electronic Arts . Still, while he was busy with _ Battlefield V _ , a friend of his clued him into a forthcoming game that was "really going to shake things up." The friend, who had play- tested it, was unable to say anything more without violating a strict non-disclosure agreement. Like so many others, it wasn’t long before Dazs found himself hooked on _ Apex Legends _ . Still, when you’re a player known for playing a specific game, the choice of whether to experiment with new games doesn’t come easily. At the moment, _ Apex Legends _ has significantly more mainstream interest than the _ Battlefield _ series, which presents a much wider audience. However, a streamer who makes a big transition risks becoming a smaller fish in a bigger pond, which can lead to them losing subscribers and even endorsement deals. "At some point, I was like, ‘You know what? I really have to focus on me. I have to focus on my own creative drive," he says. "I need to go into something like Apex that has a larger audience." The State Of The Apex Legends Competitive Scene _ Apex Legends _ won Best Multiplayer Game at the 2019 Game Awards and Online Game of the Year at the DICE Awards . With Respawn having recently opened a Vancouver office and projecting a 10-year run for the game, it’s clear the company plans to support the game for the foreseeable future. And, while Respawn is investing in _ Apex Legends _ as an esport, there are questions as to how it may fare among other competitive games. But Dazs is optimistic. "I feel like I have a lot of insight in terms of _ Apex _ competitive because I feel like it's a scene that can really go really, really far," he says. He points out that big organizations such as 100 Thieves and FaZe haven’t invested in the game’s competitive scene. And, [https://Apexlegendsfans.com/ Apexlegendsfans.Com] perhaps in part due to his role with SoaR, he can look at it realistically from a business perspective. "If we're gambling on a team in terms of the performance, how can they guarantee that they're going to win?" he says, pointing out the nature of the battle royale format that puts 20 teams side-by-side in a single match. But he points out that _ Apex Legends _ has, on the whole, attracted older players who tend to be more mature than some of the competitive _ Fortnite _ players. For him, this signals more sustainability as a competitive game. Plus, it helps that the Respawn team remains continually committed to improving the game. "I think the current season is probably the best that it’s ever been, to be quite honest. I think that Apex is really nailing a lot of things," he says. The development team’s commitment becomes integral for any game as it continues to build a competitive scene. "I think that organizations like SoaR will continue to invest and really care about the future of this game as long as the developers are still also invested in its future," he says. Dazs's Advice For Players Who Want To Join Professional Organizations The health of the scene is also contingent upon the creators who support it — many of whom are gunning for an opportunity to represent an organization like SoaR. But signing with an organization isn’t always as simple as being a strong player, though that certainly doesn’t hurt. Dazs points to iiTzTimmy as an example. "I saw him, I was like, ‘Man, this guy's gonna blow up.’ Why is that he was still on regardless of whether there was 20 or 30 people watching, or if there's what he has now, 500?" For those players hoping to get signed with an organization, Dazs has some solid advice. "You don't really focus on trying to get recognized. You really just focus on your craft and focus on growing your own platform and your own brand," he says. "I always tell people by the time a team is ready to pick you up, you don't necessarily need the team anymore." SoaR Dazs is a Twitch Partner and is the General Manager of SoaR Gaming . Check out TheGamer’s full interview with SoaR Dazs and listen to all episodes of Pexin’ with the Legends , TheGamer’s _ Apex Legends _ podcast. READ NEXT: GSD & NRG Win Apex Legends Global Series OT6

Thanks Game Devs For Helping Me Stay Sane Through A Crisis

2025-09-24T12:58:24Z

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When the COVID-19 crisis suddenly began ravaging communities around the world, national governments could offer little assurance to anxious citizens. We were lucky if we got anything more than contradictory instructions about masks, some vague instructions for handwashing and orders to "stay home." Living in New York City, which was an unfortunate hotspot for the virus, I’m now three months into our city’s stay-at-home order. It finally appears the worst may be over, but our reality will be much different moving forward. Since Friday, March 13, I’ve left my apartment a grand total of six times. Even as my community reopens, we're a long way from the massive open-air concerts and outdoor drinking debauchery that are hallmarks of New York in the summertime. As a result of the pandemic, my workload is significantly lighter. Even if there were more to do, thoughts about the crisis around me frequently zap my energy. But there are a few things that have kept me sane through the crisis, like cocktail delivery services and a friend's HBO Go password. But truthfully, there's ultimately only one thing helping me keep myself together. I’m not sure I could have survived this crisis without video games. The World Has Slowed Down, But Game Developers Keep Moving Forward About a month ago, after a week-long delay due to impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic, [https://Apexlegendsfans.com/ Apex Legends patch notes] [https://Apexlegendsfans.com/ Apex Legends cheats] introduced Season 5: Fortune's Favor. It’s the most successful season launch to date , according to a recent press release. Anecdotally, I can attest to the fact that I’ve put hundreds of hours into the game since the beginning of the pandemic. Gamers also saw VALORANT launch. In fact, those behind the game committed to launching the game early , citing the desire to bring offer more entertainment to people as the COVID-19 crisis lingers. Fortnite provided the setting for several one-of-a-kind in-game events including a psychedelic Travis Scott event and a concert featuring celebrity musicians Deadmau5, Steve Aoki, Dillon Francis . Animal Crossing: New Horizons was already scheduled for a mid-March release. But its frequent updates allow players plenty of ways to stay busy. The same is true of Call of Duty: Warzone . Within the gaming community, there are countless examples. The ones mentioned here speak to major, big-budget releases. But even when it comes to indies with small but loyal followings, development teams are hard at work keeping these games fresh. Video Game Developers Continue To Come Through For Us In Difficult Times A contrarian might suggest these companies are pushing out updates amid a pandemic strictly for the profits. That person might suggest developers are working because they’re afraid to lose their jobs in an uncertain climate. But if those concerns were the only thing driving these development teams, then what would stop the company executives from simply turning to bolder emphasis on microtransactions? Whether you love or hate these in-game monetization options, it's indisputable that microtransactions are sure-fire ways to get people to continue to spend money on games. Ultimately, it seems bigger thing driving these development teams is a sense of collective duty. It stems from the developers' passion for the game itself, love for their fanbases and deep appreciation for the communities that support their work. Development teams, including the project leaders, designers, writers, marketing teams, and executive leaders, understand they have a responsibility in these difficult times. They inherently recognize they're providing refuge for people who might otherwise be putting themselves in positions to spread a terrible illness. By many accounts, these teams are working harder than ever. Workers in the gaming industry had to rapidly adapt to the challenges of remote work. Many of these studio employees have children, which means they had to rearrange their own lives to care for their children and support them through remote learning. Though many workers may relish being able to work in their pajama pants, they're facing innate challenges without the interpersonal aspects of working together at a studio. It’s easy to forget that the people making and supporting your favorite summer games are going through abrupt changes in their own lives, yet they continue to deliver new content to keep players engaged. Thank You, Video Game Developers And Development Teams And with that, I think it’s important to thank these workers. They may not be considered "essential" in the context of everyday living but they've certainly proven essential for my own mental health. Thank you, video game developers, for all your efforts to try to make our lives better while we’re staying at home, doing our best to stay safe and protect those around us. Thanks so much for continuing to work as hard as you can to roll out [https://Apexlegendsfans.com/ Apex Legends updates], fixes and changes while grappling with the challenges of COVID-19, including those that may be impacting your own mental health. Thank you for putting the hours in when you could be sitting at home, feeling as helpless and hopeless as many of the rest of us feel. Maybe there are days when you feel down, yet you keep showing up for people like me. I’m grateful to all of you for pushing through. I can only hope you’re aware of how your work is positively impacting people like me. via: Nintendo Super Mario World Thank You screen It seems players rarely take the time to appreciate video game developers. Twitter feeds and game forums are frequently filled with game criticism. Even in normal circumstances, gamers fail to openly appreciate the efforts of those who work so hard. We may not know these workers by name, but they're working diligently to create brilliant stories, designs and technology that allow us to enjoy this form of immersion. So it’s perhaps but a small gesture that we should take moment to show thanks to these people who provide an integral, role in our daily lives. Thanks so much to each and every developer and development team member who continues to work hard amid a crisis. I hope that you do so with the understanding that you’re improving the lives of millions of people who would be lost with video games and the communities these games inspire. READ NEXT: 10 Memes About The Nintendo Switch Being Sold Out In Stores

Apex Legends Season Five: Loba Character Guide

2025-09-22T12:55:03Z

ClairDunning46:

With a new season of Apex Legends _ comes another new character. Each time the game adds in a new legend it manages to shake _Apex Legends up in new ways as players must adjust their playstyle to new character abilities. Season Four, for example, brought the robotic assassin Revenant into the mix, who was capable of resurrecting fallen teammates and disable the abilities of enemy combatants. Related: Apex Legends: Pathfinder Players Can't Run Away From Fights Anymore Season Five of Apex Legends has introduced players to the brand new legend Loba . She is a treasure hunter with teleporting abilities, as well as an ultimate that can summon nearby loot for her and her teammates. Loba has access to some of the more interesting abilities that Apex Legends has seen yet, but many players may not exactly know how to use her properly or fight against her abilities as another character. This guide is here to make sense of Loba and all of the new abilities added to Season Five. Apex Legends Loba's Abilities Like all Legends Loba has a tactical and passive ability as well as an ultimate that slowly charges. Her passive ability is constantly working to the player's advantage, whereas the tactical ability quickly recharges in between uses. The Ultimate Ability, on the other hand, will take longer to charge, and will most likely only be able to be used a few times per match. Passive Ability- Eye For Quality: Eye for quality is a perfect ability because it will automatically highlight any nearby epic and legendary pieces of loot. Players will even be able to see this loot through walls if they are within range. Tactical Ability- Burglar's Best Friend: Loba can throw the bracelet on her wrist in order to teleport to the location it lands. This can be used to teleport to hard to reach areas. This ability does leave Loba vulnerable for a few seconds before teleporting. Ultimate Ability- Black Market Boutique: Once Loba activates her Ultimate it will place a device on the ground that can be used to teleport nearby loot of the player's choosing to their inventory. It has the same range as Eye For Quality, and each player can only grab two items per deployment. Apex Legends: Tips for Playing as Loba Once players acquire a firm grasp of Loba's abilities they will be capable of playing equally as an attack and support character. Eye for Quality is perfect for scoping out loot for teammates and marking on the map to fully kit out the player's whole team. It is perfect for saving a team precious time when looting, as they can just move towards building with a high amount of loot rather than picking buildings at random. Burglar's Best Friend, on the other hand, will be the ability that truly saves the team in tight situations. There are tons of uses for creative players to deploy this ability in combat. Loba can throw her bracelet much higher than she can jump, so that makes the character perfect for acting as a sniper. Just use the ability to instantly climb a building and scope the surrounding area for enemies or other vantage points for the team. If rushed by another team, this ability is great for either avoiding fire or counterattacking. Players could throw their bracelet far away and hide somewhere, or even teleport to an advantageous spot behind or next to enemies. This makes for easy flanking or pinching maneuvers if coordinated with teammates. Loba's Ultimate may not be as strong as some other legends like Bangalore or [https://apexlegendsfans.com/ ApexLegendsFans] Revenant, but it is an easy way to collect loot without running around an entire area. An excellent way to use this ability is to enter a high loot area and drop it down to find all the best loot very quickly. This even has a great use later in the match if players find themselves pinned down and running low on ammo or medical kits. This will allow the team to quickly stock up on any resources that could be found in the area without having to leave cover. Apex Legends: How to Fight Against Loba Players who find themselves having to go up against Loba may find several of her abilities frustrating and difficult to defend against. One of the biggest things to keep in mind right after dropping is that if you see an enemy playing as Loba, then it is probably a good idea to not loot in the same area as them. That character will have the advantage of finding the best loot in the area, so players are likely to lose that fight. Loba's Ultimate Ability can actually be used against them. All players can access Loba's weapon teleporting device whether they are on that player's team or not. This means that if players happen to run across an enemy Loba's device they should try to stock up on a couple of things that are missing from their inventory. Additionally, if players are in a high loot area and see an enemy Loba, they should pick up any good loot they can find before their enemy can use their Ultimate and steal all of the epic and legendary gear. Burglar's Best Friend is going to cause players the most trouble most likely. Since it is shaping up to be one of the best abilities in the game, that means that players will need to keep an eye out and ensure they don't get surrounded. If fighting Loba out in the open, they should keep on eye on her at all times. When she throws her bracelet, players will have a few moments to score some free hits before she teleports. Once she is gone, players should get to cover and hope she didn't appear behind them somewhere. If not she probably teleported up somewhere high to a vantage point, so players should keep their head on a swivel while they try to take down the enemy team. Next: Apex Legends Season 5 Trailer is Sure to Make Players Excited _Apex Legends _ can be played on PS4, Xbox One, and PC.

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