Esports World Cup Foundation’s Post

The Unstoppable Rise of #Esports in #Korea: T1 Entertainment & Sports Triumph at the eSports World Cup South Korea has long been recognized as the birthplace of esports, a nation where competitive gaming has evolved into a cultural phenomenon. With its roots in the late 1990s, the esports industry in Korea has grown exponentially, driven by a passionate fanbase and a highly skilled pool of players. Today, Korea stands at the forefront of the global esports market, continually setting benchmarks in both player performance and market development. https://lnkd.in/gum8872x

🕹 𝐍𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐚 𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 🎮 The global phenomenon of esports has become an integral part of the media consumption for many Germans: 🏆 The number of esports viewers in Germany has shot up by over 4 million since 2020 🏆 Interest is particularly strong among the younger generation, with almost half (48 %) of the 16-24-year-olds and (45 %) of the 25-34-year-olds 🏆 Around 27 % of the viewers even have their favorite esports teams 🏆 Growing awareness: 8 out of 10 Germans are familiar with esports #esport #esports #entertainment #gamesindustry #gaming YouGov esports player foundation

The Booming Global Esports Market: A $1.6 Billion Industry by 2024! 📈 Did you know that the global esports market is projected to surpass $1.6 billion in revenue by 2024? This rapid growth highlights the immense potential and increasing popularity of competitive gaming worldwide. The expansion of this ever-changing industry is backed by various revenue streams, each playing a crucial role in its financial ecosystem. For more on esports business, visit: www.gamerschangelives.com #esports #esportsbusiness #esportsrevenue #esportsworldwide #esportsindustry

Revenant Esports, founder and CEO, Rohit Jagasia, said "Our decision to enter the global CS2 arena was fueled by a passion for Counter-Strike and a strategic vision for global expansion. We have been keenly observing and exploring the European esports market for a while. CS2 has a very substantial viewership and a vibrant esports ecosystem in European territory and hence it also translates to more monetisation and partnership opportunities for us. This is another step for us in the direction to create a truly global esports organisation, from India.” Read More: https://lnkd.in/dH6i8Su9 #cs2 #counterstrike #esports #esportsnews #cs2esports #berevenant

Calling all Tournament Organizers (TOs) to take part in the Bangladesh Esports Survey 2023 for TOs by Zenetic Esports! If you or your organisation have hosted any Esports tournaments in 2023, no matter how small or large, we invite you to fill up this short survey. Even if you weren't the organisational head, you can still fill out all the necessary details accordingly. By filling up this survey, we can work towards making an accurate evaluation of the industry and the market for this year, which can help us reach newer heights in the coming years. So contribute now! Survey link: https://lnkd.in/gRua4kfS For any queries or issues message us or reach out to [email protected] #ZeneticEsports #RiseAbove #RiseTogether #survey #esports #gaming

Gone are the days of traditional pre-match betting. In-game betting, where fans can place wagers on specific events during live esports matches, is igniting a frenzy of excitement. Discover how this trend is not just changing the game, but rewriting the rules, making esports betting an adrenaline-fueled adventure. We offer a captivating glimpse into the dynamic trends reshaping the landscape of esports betting, from the heart-pounding world of in-game betting to the expanding horizons of esports diversity and the evolution of user-friendly betting platforms. Strap in for a thrilling ride through the future of esports wagering! Join us to know more - https://finvert.io/ #betting #gamblingindustry #bettingsports #igamingindustry #igaming #esportsgaming #esportsindustry

The new era of esports not just with the PC games, but to the mobile games as well.

🎮 CATCH AN ENGAGED AUDIENCE WITH #ESPORTS LIVE EVENTS! League of Legends’ live tournaments are one of the best ways to attract an engaged and dynamic audience. You know why? 📈 Unbeatable Viewership: League of Legends' eSports tournaments consistently attract over 2 million viewers since 2017, up to 5 million last year. As an example, the LoL World Finals 2021 attracted 73 million people, with over a BILLION hours of content watched! It is indeed one of the most important games of the eSports scene!🌐 🏆 Renewed Prestige: With regular competitive regional leagues and players fans of popular teams, each tournament becomes a highly anticipated spectacle. Starting this August, the European LEC Finals will be held in Montpellier, France, where top eSports teams like FNC, G2, and SK will fight for the title and the €160,000 EUR prize! 🎉 Content #distribution, #broadcastrights, what are you waiting for?👇🏼

🏆 #IEMSydney, the first #CS2 tournament, will be held in two weeks, marking the beginning of a new competitive era for #CounterStrike. Let's take a look at some key #viewership insights from the #CSGO scene in 2023: 🔸 BLAST.tv Paris Major 2023 (58.8M), ESL Gaming Pro League Season 17 (33.7M), IEM Cologne 2023 (29.5M), ESL Pro League Season 18 (28M), IEM Katowice 2023 (23.5M) are the most popular events by Hours Watched; 🔸 BLAST.tv Paris Major 2023 (1.528M), IEM Cologne 2023 (727.4K), IEM Katowice 2023 (726.8K), ESL Pro League Season 18 (567.5K), IEM Rio 2023 (562.2K) are the most popular events by Peak Viewers; 🔸 Natus Vincere, Team Vitality, G2 Esports, FaZe Clan, and HEROIC are the most popular teams by Hours Watched in tournaments;  It will be interesting to see how the viewership landscape evolves with the introduction of CS2, but one thing is for sure: Counter-Strike remains one of the most popular #esports in the world 🌐 #esportsindustry #videogaming #gaming

When we discussed esports in Dubai, I had to mention the Esports World Cup 2024. Here's why: - The biggest prize pool ever, $60 million - Unprecedented scale 19 games - Desktop and mobile games - Various genres I was definitely not the only one surprised when the first announcements were made public. It was confirmed that there would be a mix of mobile and desktop games, and they even managed to get publishers on board who rarely agreed to participate in any event together. The Esports World Cup is the type of event that can create global ripples. It's an exciting time to be part of this industry. P.S. Which EWC announcement has got you the most excited? #SponsorshipSuccess #MeasurableFact #Esports #EsportsWorldCup #EWC