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🥉 Counter-Strike continues to reign supreme in esports, holding the #3 spot for most-watched titles in 2023. While #FaZe (x3), #Vitality (x5), #G2Esports (x2), #ENCE (x1), #Heroic (x1), and MOUZ (x1) celebrated victories at major LAN events, fan loyalty often runs deeper than just the number of trophies. So, how do trophy cabinets align with the popularity of the teams in 2023? 🔥 In 2023, the most watched CS teams, measured by hours watched, are: 1️⃣ Natus Vincere - 44.90M 2️⃣ FaZe Clan - 44.45M 3️⃣ Team Vitality - 42.73M 4️⃣ G2 Esports - 40.53M 5️⃣ HEROIC - 36.03M 6️⃣ Cloud9 Esports, Inc. - 28.42M 7️⃣ FURIA Esports - 25.95M 8️⃣ Team Liquid - 25.51M 9️⃣ ENCE Esports- 23.72M 🔟 Astralis - 21.84M Despite a trophy-less year, roster changes, and s1mple's inactivity, #NAVI held onto their multi-year dominance as the most-watched team in #CS. Can they keep the crown in 2024? The 2024 season promises to be an exciting one. Trophies are prestigious, but a team's viewership often depends on various factors beyond victories. What do you think contributes to a team's viewership beyond trophies? Share your thoughts below! #esports #valve #esportsindustry #gaming #viewership #counterstrike #cs2

🎮 𝐀𝐧 𝐄𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐮𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐥𝐥!🏆 The inaugural Esports World Cup is storming Riyadh this summer, bringing together the best players from 𝐟𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐬 for a monumental competition. The Esports World Cup boasts diverse titles, and the inclusion of 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐦𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐂 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 is particularly noteworthy. This exciting mix caters to the ever-evolving gaming landscape, where mobile dominance intersects with the established presence of PC esports. Here are the titles: - StarCraft II - Dota 2  - Counter-Strike: Global Offensive - Mobile Legends: Bang Bang - Honor of Kings 🤝𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦: This event isn't just about competition, it's about streamlining the Esports landscape. The World Cup aims to: - 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 across different titles. - 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐚 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 for tournaments and viewership. - 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐚𝐩 between pro gamers and mainstream audiences. 🌍𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞: With a combined approx. 500+ 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐀𝐔𝐬, this World Cup represents a massive player base, ensuring unprecedented hype and viewership. This event has the potential to propel Esports further into the global spotlight. 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴? 𝘞𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘩 𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘮𝘰𝘴𝘵 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘦𝘦? 𝘐𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥 𝘊𝘶𝘱 𝘢 𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘱 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘥𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘦𝘚𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘴? 𝘚𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘷𝘪𝘦𝘸𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴! #esports #esportsworldcup #saudiarabia #mobilelegendsbangbang #MobileLegends #mlbb #dota2 #csgo #gamingcommunity #gaming #gamingindustry #gamingforall #esportsindustry #esportsindustry #riyadh #starcraft #honorofkings #tencent #StarCraft2 #bytedance #valve #blizzard #blizzardentertainment

🚀 This monumental $60 million prize pool in the Esports World Cup signals a seismic shift not only for gamers but also for sponsors and new entrants in the esports sector. It’s a testament to the explosive growth and potential of this industry, promising a future where gaming is not just entertainment but a lucrative, global sporting phenomenon. Sponsors, gear up; the next level of engagement and brand visibility in the competitive gaming arena is here. #GameChanger #EWC2024 #EsportsEvolution #esportsponsorship #gamingsponsorship #sponsorship

First of all, it is truly amazing and definitely a first for esports that a prize pool is this massive. It is a new height and has the potential to drive the kind of attention the industry has always desired - but also the kind the industry may not be so keen on. There are some other concerns. -Will this really be sustainable event after event? Or are we looking down the barrel of a one-and-done? -How will it be divided? Winner take all? Or split across all participating organizations? -How will matches be governed to guard against match fixing / collusion? This is a problem already with compensation pools that pale in comparison. -And one of the bigger ones… How will this affect the broader esports industry across the world longer term? If some organizations are all of a sudden flush with cash vs some who maintain their status quo, there could be quite the disruption. -The list goes on. Hopefully we can expect the Esports World Cup Foundation to have a deep look at and address all of the major points as they continue to build. Nonetheless, everything that is being announced continues to be exciting, and am looking forward to seeing more unfold. Game on! #esports #gaming #fandom

🎮 The Largest untapped market in Esports p2 🌟 Many countries struggle to generate revenue in their local Esports ecosystems, relying on limited streams like sponsorships and merch sales. In Iceland, we tackled this by focusing on where we can provide the most value, ensuring we monetize with integrity and deliver true worth. #gaming #esports #EsportsCoaching #esportstraining #education #youthesports #esportscenter #training

🔍 Ever felt like you're watching a Free Fire tournament in slow motion? You're not alone! The last few games have had a glacial pace, but there's hope on the horizon. Here’s what’s unfolding: - Borerum United and AG Global are climbing the ranks steadily. - Team Falcons, still soaring high, leads with a significant gap over EVOS Esports. - Despite their pace, Team Falcons remains top after securing the Purgatory map. - The real test? Kalahari. They currently hold third place in the knockout stage. Can these teams maintain their momentum and skyrocket to victory? Share your predictions and insights in the comments! 🧠💬 #Esports #FreeFire #GamingCommunity #CompetitiveGaming #TeamStrategy #KalahariChallenge

🎮The eSports World Cup is more than just a competition; it's a testament to skill, strategy, and teamwork. Winning here isn't just about glory; it's about raking in some serious rewards. 💰 - The biggest victors walk away with not only the title but a whopping $7 million USD! - The Free Fire winners at EWC aren't left behind, with a dazzling $1 million USD on the line. - Big money in eSports is redefining how we see competitive gaming—no longer just play, but a career path with major incentives. It's fascinating to see how the landscape of sports and digital entertainment is merging, creating opportunities once thought impossible. How do you see this prize money shaping the future of eSports? Share your thoughts below! 🗨️ #eSports #GamingIndustry #FreeFire #eSportsWorldCup #PrizeMoney #DigitalEntertainment

In a surprising turn of events, Global Esports, a prominent team in the esports arena, has disbanded following their early elimination from the Battlegrounds Mobile India Series (BMPS) 2024. The decision, which was mutually agreed upon by the team members, stems from a combination of internal issues and financial constraints. Read More: https://lnkd.in/drdMV4Ag #globalesports #bgmi #bgmiesports #mavi #esportsindia #gamingnews #BGMI #BGMIEsports

he Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has released the list of 30 organizations in esports joining its first-ever Club Support Program. The companies are offering six-figure payouts annually to expand into more esports titles. The roster includes industry players like FaZe Clan, 100 Thieves, Fnatic, and Cloud9. While the criteria for selection have not yet been disclosed, it is largely believed the EWCF will support the clubs in their outreach to new esports titles, such as going global or starting new content verticals. The Esports World Cup Prizes sum up to $60 million, with over $33 million going to the respective esports titles and over 22 million going to the Club Championship for the best organization of all titles. https://lnkd.in/eknZYVge #powerplayersleague #ppl #esports #ewcf #mapesports #mapdigitalnetwork

In addition to prize money, Esports teams are diversifying their revenue streams. Offshoot ventures like esports hotels & game publishing are intriguing developments. An industry worth watching. #EsportsBusiness #Diversification #GamingIndustry