The Rise of Competitive Gaming

The Rise of Competitive Gaming

                eSports Goes Global With the advancement of the internet, so also is eSports. The advent of streaming platforms, as well as the growth of online multiplayer games, saw the world become a global village. The growth of events such as the ESWC, and MLG, in the early 2000’s gained the attention of the world at large. Streaming platforms like Twitch and YouTube Gaming brought competitive gaming directly into the homes of millions. Professional leagues, such as the Overwatch League and the League of Legends Championship Series, showcased top-level competitions with huge viewership and prize money. Competitive gaming is bound to evolve even as new technologies keep emerging thus the bright future of competitive gaming. Innovation continues to offer new possibilities with future virtual and augmented reality gaming. Esports is now more than just a subculture, the global phenomenon capturing the imaginations of audiences around the world.