ESports are all about interacting with other players, so most games involved in these competitions are multipliers. Today, players can play in so many competitions and tournaments. It’s all about playing what you enjoy or are good at. ESports cater to almost all game types, but first person shooters (FPS), sports, and MMORPGs seem to be the most popular. This list will grow a lot more in the near future.
With 85% of participants being males, eSports are mostly consumed and enjoyed by men. As 2017 goes on, we think we’ll see some progress on encouraging female participation from industry leaders. Moreover, the eSports market generated £258 million in 2015, and we expect it to be around £391 in 2016.
How can I watch eSports?
Isn’t that exciting? Because of the media platforms available, engagement is at an all-time high, so the industry is predicted to grow exponentially in 2017. Many platforms and websites give you access to eSports. Most of them are on Twitch and YouTube, but ESPN and Yahoo also cover eSports. Twitch isn’t the only site that provides great content. Azubu and MLG have some good eSports streams, so check them out.
ESPN above is a good example of a sports website catering to eSports fans. The fact that sports broadcasters take eSports seriously is pretty cool. BBC and Sky could definitely get into eSports in the future and launch their own brands and content. 2017 is going to be a big year. ESports products are consumed however consumers like. You might be interested in spectating or participating in competitions if you are good at a particular game. You can find out how to get involved at the sites we listed above. Have fun playing!
