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Esports is like virtual sport right? Well, not quite (looking at you International Olympic Committee – IOC). One of the core reasons for the rise of esports, as is expertly outlined by Giulia Z. on our most recent Fan Futures (Ear to the Ground) pod, is due to the escapism element of the games. I always use the example that whilst you can use your time watching professional footballers, or having a go at playing football yourself, you can't shoot fireballs out of your hands. This is why League of Legends will always be a bigger esport than EA FC (FIFA). However when it comes to content creation in gaming, there is loads of opportunity for brands to activate in sports games, where there is a whole host of diverse creators getting a load of eyeballs. Listen to the rest of the pod where topics like this are unpacked in much more detail here ➡ https://lnkd.in/eb8HSsGD

Esports World Cup 2024: A New Milestone in Esports History 💰This event, organized by the independent and non-profit Esports World Cup Foundation, will take place from July 3 to August 25 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and features an unprecedented total prize pool of over $60 million. This is the largest award ever in esports history, shattering the previous record of $45 million. 🌎 The EWC will showcase the world's best clubs and players across 20 different tournaments and 19 competitive titles, with more to be announced. This substantial reward not only marks a significant step forward in the growth of the global esports industry but also offers more sustainable professional opportunities for players and clubs. 🎯A highlight of the event is the innovative Club Championship format, which will award $20 million to the top 16 teams based on their overall performance in multiple games. Additionally, each of the 20 Game Championships will have its own prize pool, exceeding $33 million in total, with MVPs receiving $50,000 each. 🎮 The innovative lineup of 19 participating video games in the EWC includes Apex Legends, Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, EA Sports FC 24, Fortnite, Free Fire, Honor of Kings, League of Legends, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Overwatch 2, PUBG Battlegrounds, PUBG MOBILE, Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege, RENNSPORT, Rocket League, StarCraft II, Street Fighter 6, Teamfight Tactics, and TEKKEN 8. More titles will be announced soon. 📍Riyadh will become the epicenter of esports fandom and gaming culture, hosting a massive immersive festival with gaming activations, community tournaments, pop culture celebrations, and more. This event is not just a tournament but a celebration of digital sportsmanship, innovation, and community. #Esports #EWC2024 #GamingIndustry #VirtualReality

How Can You Compete and Win In E-Sports Online Games?

for my latest piece, I talked about eSports and whether or not its impact has helped or harmed the game industry https://lnkd.in/ekT6nqjr

The biggest esports in the world have significantly impacted the world, transforming video games into competitive platforms and forming online communities. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gcJtmxRj #TimeLenz #Esports #GamingCulture #EsportsCommunity #EsportsIndustry #GamingLife #EsportsEvents #EsportsEconomy #EsportsCareer #EsportsGrowth #EsportsFans

We’re thrilled for our partner LALIGA’s season kickoff on Thursday, the 15th! 🎉 ⚽ And now, the moment we've all been waiting for…🥁 The full release of our GameOn Live app and the launch of our Kick-Off Collection of Avatars Wednesday, the 14! This isn’t just about scoring new features—it’s about revolutionizing the fan experience through our strategic partnerships and cutting-edge technology. Our collaboration with LALIGA enables us to bring fans closer to their favorite athletes while creating new opportunities for engagement and monetization. Our Avatars are built on Arbitrum, the Ethereum L2 network developed by The Arbitrum Foundation, and powered by Sequence, offering advanced integration that sets a new standard in live sports. With a curated selection of LALIGA’s top players, these Avatars are more than just collectibles—they're a crucial element of gameplay strategy, offering multipliers that can significantly boost points and drive user engagement. By embedding these assets within our ecosystem, we’re not only enhancing the user experience but also demonstrating the potential of #Web3 in sports entertainment. As we kick off the new season, we’re excited to introduce the innovative experience our game brings to fans. The journey is just beginning, and we can’t wait to see the impact these new features will have on the GameOn community. #GameOn #LALIGA #Sports #LiveSports

In this thought-provoking opinion piece, Josh Bycer wonders whether #eSports have helped or hurt game development—a question I've pondered myself for quite some time now. I do recommend reading the whole thing, but here's a bullet-point recap of its highlights and conclusions for the busy people: - Esports have been a boon for some #multiplayer games: they've kept titles like League of Legends relevant for years. - But that's come at a cost: the focus on #competitive play has often led to a neglect of single-player content and a less welcoming environment for casual gamers. - It's a delicate balancing act: while eSports can drive revenue, prioritizing them too much can alienate a significant portion of the player base. - The future of eSports is uncertain: the #GamingIndustry needs to find a way to cater to both competitive and casual players (like StarCraft 2 did) in order to ensure long-term success. I'm afraid, all in all, eSports and #live games brought more #toxicity and reputational damage to games, rather than a sustainable business model or mainstream popularity. Most importantly, where's all the money we were promised by eSports pundits?! Or were game devs ever accounted for in their picture?

🎮 We invite you to explore the fascinating world of #esports through our latest article ➡ "Disciplinary and integrity in esports - #RiotGames." 🗞 In this piece, Jaime Cambreleng Contreras analyzes the newest edition of Riot Games' Esports Global Code of Conduct and explains the key differences compared to traditional sports regulations. What challenges will esports face next? 🔗 Dive into the full article and share your thoughts on the regulatory future of esports. Find it on our website 🌐 https://lnkd.in/dEnSHHdW #EsportsLaw #Esports #RiotGames #Disciplinary #Integrity #CavalieroAndAssociates #SportsLaw

Football and gaming collaborations are a staple in 2024, with figures like David Beckham co-owning Guild Esports and Gerard Piqué founding KOI with streamer Ibai 🎮⚽️ The pandemic accelerated this trend, leading football clubs and creators to team up and engage younger audiences 📈 🤝 Discover how these partnerships are evolving and creating new opportunities ahead of ESI Lisbon during our panel "Football & Gaming: The Creator Crossover." Read 👇 #esports #gaming #football #collaboration #creators #esportsindustry