LEVEL UP AS ONE: Empowering Pro Players and Teamwork in Pursuit of Perfection on the World Stage
BUDAPEST, Hungary, Dec. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ZOWIE by BenQ Corporation, leading esports brand preferred by professional players, is proud to provide its proven XL2586X+ monitor at StarLadder Budapest Major 2025. As a trusted partner of the world's top teams, ZOWIE brings its tournament philosophy — LEVEL UP AS ONE — to life this year, standing strong behind players and fueling team performance. Watch this spirit in action in the video https://bit.ly/3MkUtou. Global audience can also join the ZOWIE Fan Power Challenge to vote for their favorite teams and engage with the tournament in real time. Join now: https://bit.ly/3KDIqlI.
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ZOWIE Elevates Esports Performance at Budapest Major 2025
ZOWIE Elevates Esports Performance at Budapest Major 2025
ZOWIE Elevates Esports Performance at Budapest Major 2025
ZOWIE Elevates Esports Performance at Budapest Major 2025
The global esports market is estimated at over USD 2.13 billion in 2024 and projected to reach around USD 7.46 billion by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.1%.1 Building on this momentum, ZOWIE continues to deepen its investment in esports technology to empower players. "For more than a decade, ZOWIE has worked hand-in-hand with industry partners and professional players to develop equipment that meets the highest standards of competition. Looking ahead, we'll continue to support tournament organizers and players as they elevate the competitive experience, empower players, and drive innovation — truly leveling up as one together," said Jay Wu, President of BenQ Europe B.V.
Redefining Esports Display Standards: ZOWIE XL2586X+
Trusted by 88% of CS2 professional players worldwide,2 ZOWIE continues to strength its presence in esports, with the XL2586X+ serving as the official monitor of StarLadder Budapest Major 2025. The XL2586X+ — featuring a 600 Hz Fast-TN panel and the latest DyAc 2 implementation — delivers unparalleled motion clarity and responsiveness, helping players reduce motion blur during rapid movements to locate opponents and aim more quickly. Its industrial-grade, bearing-based stand allows easier and smoother height adjustment, helping players quickly find their preferred setup. Designed for peak performance, XL2586X+ reflects ZOWIE's commitment to helping players dominate the game. For more product details, please visit: https://bit.ly/48SwiXo.
From Lab to Pro Play: Science Drives Performance
Rooted in the FPS community, ZOWIE embraces a player-centered philosophy, designing every product around the demands of competitive play. At ZOWIE's Sports Science Labs worldwide, researchers employ motion capture and electromyography (EMG) to help players better understand their own hand motions, muscle responses, and endurance levels. These findings validate designs that improve individual performance and guide players toward the mouse shape that best suits their playstyle. With seven distinct shapes in the DW wireless series, including EC-DW's rounded and smooth-curve design that avoids distracting pressure on the palm,3 ZOWIE aims to provide stable control throughout extended play.
Built with the Pros: Turn Insights into Competitive Advantage
Built to help players win, ZOWIE transforms pro player insights into competitive advantages. Each mouse shape delivers faster, more controlled execution. In addition, the enhanced receiver reduces interference by improving signal stability and minimizing frame drops or stuttering during gameplay. For monitors, best-in-class motion clarity and tournament-standard performance allow players to identify opponents faster and compete confidently on any stage. These improvements come from the way ZOWIE continually gathers insights from professional players through long-term collaboration and hands-on testing, integrating real in-game feedback into product refinement.
1Grand View Research (2024): Esports Market (2025 - 2030)
2 ProSettings.net (2025): Best Monitor for CS2 [887 Pro Players, Nov 2025]
3 ZOWIE: EC3-DW | ZOWIE Europe
About ZOWIE / BenQ Corporation
Established in 2008, ZOWIE is a top esports brand for professional players, focusing on player-centric design and dedicated to providing esports gear for professional FPS players. In 2015, ZOWIE joined BenQ Corporation, combining its expertise with BenQ's robust R&D resources and leading panel innovative capabilities. ZOWIE remains committed to driving excellence in product design through scientific research. With 70% of professional players using ZOWIE products, the brand continues to successfully deliver serious gear technology to global players. For more information, please visit: https://zowie.benq.eu/en-eu/campaign/best-gaming-monitor-for-cs-major.html
** The press release content is from PR Newswire. Bastille Post is not involved in its creation. **
ZOWIE Elevates Esports Performance at Budapest Major 2025
ZOWIE Elevates Esports Performance at Budapest Major 2025
ZOWIE Elevates Esports Performance at Budapest Major 2025
ZOWIE Elevates Esports Performance at Budapest Major 2025
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- A restaurant management game where Ragnarok monsters take on the role of chefs, featuring an intuitive UI and fast-paced gameplay
- Delivers fresh fun through event modes like special guests, delivery time-attacks, and boss challenges
- Available for download and immediate play on Google Play and the Apple App Store in supported regions
SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Global game company Gravity officially launched the hybrid casual game 'Ragnarok Monster Kitchen' on December 11 in global regions, excluding select countries.
Ragnarok Monster Kitchen became available at 17:00 KST on December 11 in global regions excluding Korea, Japan, and China. Players can download the game from Google Play or the Apple App Store in supported regions and begin playing immediately.
Ragnarok Monster Kitchen is a hybrid casual restaurant-management game where iconic monsters from the Ragnarok universe take on the role of chefs and run their own kitchens. The game features a simple, intuitive interface and a fast-paced gameplay loop that makes it easy to pick up, offering a clear sense of progress even in short sessions. Players advance through themed restaurant stages, unlocking new dishes and recipes along the way. Beloved monsters like Poring, Savage Bebe and Wild Rose appear as chefs, adding a playful visual charm to the experience.
The game offers a variety of event-driven activities—including managing restaurant tasks, handling special guests, racing against the clock in delivery challenges, and battling bosses—that add fresh layers of fun to the experience. Players can further personalize and strengthen their chef monsters through costume and pet collection systems, while the stage-based progression structure delivers a steady sense of growth and immersion. By reimagining the charm of the Ragnarok IP in an accessible way, the game provides accessible, enjoyable gameplay for players around the world.
Pre-registration for Ragnarok Monster Kitchen has been available on Google Play and the Apple App Store since December 2. The game was first launched in Indonesia last September, where it delivered strong retention and long playtime metrics—performance that helped build confidence in its global rollout.
Jeong In-hwa, PM of Ragnarok Monster Kitchen at Gravity, said, "This title offers a unique twist by letting Ragnarok monsters take on the role of chefs while players manage their own restaurants. We designed the game so that the charm of the casual genre can be fully enjoyed with simple, intuitive controls." He added, "We are preparing a variety of content updates and events tailored for global service, and we look forward to players' continued interest and support."
More information about the official launch of Ragnarok Monster Kitchen is available on the game's official website (https://rmk.gnjoy.com/).
[Gravity Official Website] http://www.gravity.co.kr
[Ragnarok Monster Kitchen Official Website] https://rmk.gnjoy.com/
[Ragnarok Monster Kitchen Google Play Download Page] https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gravity.romk.aos
[Ragnarok Monster Kitchen Apple App Store Download Page]
https://apps.apple.com/id/app/ragnarok-monster-kitchen/id6749607765
[Ragnarok Monster Kitchen Official Discord] https://discord.com/invite/T6wNuERtW4
- A restaurant management game where Ragnarok monsters take on the role of chefs, featuring an intuitive UI and fast-paced gameplay
- Delivers fresh fun through event modes like special guests, delivery time-attacks, and boss challenges
- Available for download and immediate play on Google Play and the Apple App Store in supported regions
SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Global game company Gravity officially launched the hybrid casual game 'Ragnarok Monster Kitchen' on December 11 in global regions, excluding select countries.
Ragnarok Monster Kitchen became available at 17:00 KST on December 11 in global regions excluding Korea, Japan, and China. Players can download the game from Google Play or the Apple App Store in supported regions and begin playing immediately.
Ragnarok Monster Kitchen is a hybrid casual restaurant-management game where iconic monsters from the Ragnarok universe take on the role of chefs and run their own kitchens. The game features a simple, intuitive interface and a fast-paced gameplay loop that makes it easy to pick up, offering a clear sense of progress even in short sessions. Players advance through themed restaurant stages, unlocking new dishes and recipes along the way. Beloved monsters like Poring, Savage Bebe and Wild Rose appear as chefs, adding a playful visual charm to the experience.
The game offers a variety of event-driven activities—including managing restaurant tasks, handling special guests, racing against the clock in delivery challenges, and battling bosses—that add fresh layers of fun to the experience. Players can further personalize and strengthen their chef monsters through costume and pet collection systems, while the stage-based progression structure delivers a steady sense of growth and immersion. By reimagining the charm of the Ragnarok IP in an accessible way, the game provides accessible, enjoyable gameplay for players around the world.
Pre-registration for Ragnarok Monster Kitchen has been available on Google Play and the Apple App Store since December 2. The game was first launched in Indonesia last September, where it delivered strong retention and long playtime metrics—performance that helped build confidence in its global rollout.
Jeong In-hwa, PM of Ragnarok Monster Kitchen at Gravity, said, "This title offers a unique twist by letting Ragnarok monsters take on the role of chefs while players manage their own restaurants. We designed the game so that the charm of the casual genre can be fully enjoyed with simple, intuitive controls." He added, "We are preparing a variety of content updates and events tailored for global service, and we look forward to players' continued interest and support."
More information about the official launch of Ragnarok Monster Kitchen is available on the game's official website (https://rmk.gnjoy.com/).
[Gravity Official Website] http://www.gravity.co.kr
[Ragnarok Monster Kitchen Official Website] https://rmk.gnjoy.com/
[Ragnarok Monster Kitchen Google Play Download Page] https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gravity.romk.aos
[Ragnarok Monster Kitchen Apple App Store Download Page]
https://apps.apple.com/id/app/ragnarok-monster-kitchen/id6749607765
[Ragnarok Monster Kitchen Official Discord] https://discord.com/invite/T6wNuERtW4
** The press release content is from PR Newswire. Bastille Post is not involved in its creation. **
Gravity Launches Hybrid Casual Game 'Ragnarok Monster Kitchen' Worldwide!
