A Glimpse into the Esports Scene

Thanks to digital events and a new game that’s caused quite a stir, the esports scene has hardly suffered due to lockdowns and the coronavirus crisis.

 

 

Hanging out in PC Bangs

PC Bangs sound like parties, but they’re actually popular gaming centers for South Korea’s eSport fans. Pro tip: They are especially packed on the weekends!

 

 

Esports Bar: Homebase for Legends

In South Korea, esports are trumping soccer when it comes to public screenings. Fans often meet to watch League of Legends in bars. Especially during tournaments, many gamers prefer collective viewings to watching alone at home.

 

Esports and Sexism: Enough is enough

Esports commentator Indiana Black says there’s too much sexism in the industry. As a result, she’s no longer working as a commentator for the games.

 

 

Esports in Abidijan: A game changer

Thousands of people in Africa dream of an esports career. Abidjan is the largest metropolis in Côte d'Ivoire in West Africa. There, young people train hard every afternoon to have a shot at an esports career.

 

 

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