Domino Effect: Why Esports’ Growth Is Great News For Other Industries
The benefits of the esports boom are being felt across many different industries and even creating new career pathways. Here’s how.
ESL UK-Led Project Receives $5 Million From UK Government Funding
Weavr Consortium, an esports broadcasting project let by ESL UK, has been awarded $5 million in UK Government funding to innovate viewership experience.
Esports Tournaments Preview And Review – Jan. 9, 2019
Every Friday starting this week, get the latest reviews and previews of the top esports tournaments for CS:GO, Dota 2, LoL, StarCraft II, and many more.
Australian Open 2019 To Host Fortnite Summer Smash
This year’s Australian Open will host the Fortnite Summer Smash tournament, featuring $357K in prize money and 500 Battle Royale enthusiasts.
Why Nerfs, Boosts Can Make Or Break Even The Biggest Esports Titles
A recent Fortnite boost has caused controversy online. We investigate the process of nerfing and boosting and its effect on esports.
Why ‘Ellie’ Is No Joke For Women’s Participation In Esports
Second Wind’s mistake in appointing a smurf-account player to their team, Ellie, has once again raised the issue of how women are treated in esports.
Secretlab Partners With OGN For 100-Seat Battle Royale Studio
Gaming chair company Secretlab has partnered with South Korean esports TV channel OGN to equip a Battle Royale studio with 100 high-quality gaming chairs.
Games Now Comprise More Than Half The UK Entertainment Market
The video games market now accounts for more than half of UK’s overall entertainment market, showcasing the exponential growth of the industry.
Who Raked In The Big Money In Esports In 2018?
With over $150 million in prize money up for grabs across the year, it was a bumper year for a number of esports teams and individuals.
Unikrn Launches Skill-Based Game Betting Feature Umode
Esports betting operator Unikrn is launching Umode, a new skill-based game betting feature that should heighten players’ gaming experience.
Allied Esports, World Poker Tour Merger Forms Allied Esports Entertainment
Esports entertainment company Allied Esports and premium entertainment brand World Poker Tour have merged to form Allied Esports Entertainment.
How Will The Esports Industry Continue To Develop In 2019?
Esports continue to grow at a very quick rate, but let’s look beyond the numbers at the individual areas that could shape or reshape gaming in 2019.
Allied Esports Launches Affiliate Program For Gaming Venues
Esports entertainment company Allied Esports has announced its own affiliate program for esports venues, helping operators to run events globally.
Challengermode, DreamHack Spain Bring NELs To Iberia
Online tournament platform Challengermode and esports organization DreamHack Spain have announced the launch of the National Esports Leagues in Iberia.
Blizzard Cuts Heroes Of The Storm Events Amid Changing Industry
Blizzard has announced it’s ceasing esports tournaments for its Heroes of the Storm game as part of a company restructuring.
What Are The Key Esports Tournaments Over The Holidays And Beyond?
Looking for some festive esports action to enjoy? Here’s a look at what tourneys are available to watch over the Christmas and New Year period.
Telecommunications Giant AT&T Joins Pennsylvania Esports Coalition
Global telecommunications conglomerate AT&T has joined the non-profit organization Pennsylvania Esports Coalition to support in esports development.
Could Live Ghost Racing Be An Esports Hit In The Future?
Formula E’s Live Ghost Racing game gives players the chance to race in real time against real drivers. Is this the future of esports or way off the mark?
Will Magic: The Gathering Be 2019’s New Esports Phenomenon?
With $10 million pledged for tournaments throughout the year, will the new Magic: The Gathering esports league be the big hit of 2019?
It Happened: Astralis Land $1,000,000 Intel Grand Slam Bonus
The Danish superstar team landed their fourth Intel Grand Slam tournament win and a coveted $1 million prize on their home soil.
