Ian J. Barker

For average gamers, Half-Life 2 and it's mini-follow-up Episode 2 were a test of wit, grit, and accuracy

Ian J. Barker - May 5, 2015 8:38 am2018-08-13T04:46:08-05:00

Esports' most prolific fundraising drive is officially underway, and this year Valve is reaching higher than ever

Ian J. Barker - May 1, 2015 2:49 pm2018-08-13T04:46:13-05:00

Competitive Dota is in a state of clumsy adolescence

Ian J. Barker - May 1, 2015 11:56 am2018-08-13T04:46:06-05:00

He's a unique commodity in North American Dota 2.

Ian J. Barker - May 1, 2015 11:35 am2018-08-13T04:46:12-05:00

With Capcom throwing its weight behind Street Fighter and Nintendo finally recognizing the competitive Super Smash Bros

Ian J. Barker - Apr 29, 2015 12:34 pm2018-08-30T05:34:55-05:00

With International qualifiers just around the corner, Alliance is retooling after its hot March fizzled in April

Ian J. Barker - Apr 29, 2015 8:15 am2018-08-13T04:46:25-05:00

Esports titles lend themselves to conservative adjustments—"buffing" and "nerfing" characters and items only enough to even the playing field

Ian J. Barker - Apr 28, 2015 2:53 pm2015-04-28T20:53:47-05:00

Dota 2's legacy of big-money prizes and nail-biting finals is frequently overshadowed by a lack of team stability during the International off season

Ian J. Barker - Apr 26, 2015 3:09 pm2018-08-13T04:46:21-05:00

The West's best are on notice after two of China's finest found their form in a Starladder bracket loaded with surprises

Ian J. Barker - Apr 26, 2015 1:57 pm2018-08-13T04:46:21-05:00

Invites to Dota's biggest tournament are just around the corner, and the tension is palpable

Ian J. Barker - Apr 24, 2015 3:18 pm2018-08-13T04:46:27-05:00