When you hear the term esports, you may picture a basketball arena or a football stadium crammed with fans cheering on teams of athletes. But esport tournaments are the gamer’s version of athletic championships, where teams go head-to-head in their video games for a huge cash prize and a spot on the world stage.
Whether you’re a hardcore gamer or just getting into competitive gaming, this is an exciting time to be alive, as the industry is growing rapidly and bringing in millions of viewers. From small gaming meetups to international competitions with millions of people tuning in, esports is reshaping how we play and who we’re competing against.
If you’re looking to host your own esports event, the first step is choosing the right venue. You’ll need to have the right space and infrastructure for the number of people you expect, and you’ll want to ensure that your venue has good internet connectivity and enough power outlets for all the gaming hardware and accessories that will be used during the event.
As the world’s most popular esport, League of Legends (LoL) has established itself as an unstoppable force. With a total of 200 million people watching last year’s LoL Worlds contest, it’s clear that the battle arena game has captured a global audience. LoL tournaments feature teams from around the world, and some of the biggest ones—such as the upcoming MSI 2025 in Vancouver—feature top-tier LoL pros like Faker and s1mple.
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