The latest esports tournament news and analysis. Find out who’s winning the LCS Championship and how your favorite team stacks up against the rest of the world. Plus, all the latest in the world of Dota 2, Counter-Strike, and more.
The esports industry is booming. It’s a soon-to-be $1 billion business 1, competitions are watched by millions of people 2, and esports could even make their debut at the Olympics 3. Major media networks like ESPN and TBS broadcast esports 4, professional sports leagues have launched esports teams 5, and high schools are adding esports teams and scholarships to their curricula 6.
It’s easy to see why the esports industry has become such a hot topic: the players are athletes (yes, really) who spend hours practicing their craft and honing their skills just like football players or ballet dancers. And the events themselves are spectacular.
Whether it’s the first-ever LCS Championship or the annual International event for Dota 2, each esports tournament has its own unique style and feel. But there are some common elements that help a tournament stand out from the pack.
The best esports tournaments offer massive prize pools, a thrilling atmosphere, and an opportunity for the world’s top gamers to compete head-to-head. These events bring together thousands of fans from around the globe to watch their favorite esports players battle it out in world-class arenas. The most popular esports games include multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA), first-person shooter (FPS), fighting, card, and real-time strategy (RTS) titles.