Esports News

First-Ever Esports Island Planned for Abu Dhabi

Esports lounge network True Gamers has proposed a massive "esports island" in Abu Dhabi. This $280 million project would be a dedicated hub for the industry, featuring training facilities, a tournament venue, content creation spaces, and themed hotels.

The island's design incorporates input from over 100 esports organizations and boasts features like a central hub with meeting spaces, a large esports stadium, and a bootcamp section inspired by American colleges. True Gamers is currently seeking investors and hasn't announced an opening date, but this project has the potential to significantly impact the esports landscape. ABOUT TRUE GAMERS

XSET Teams Up With Kris London for "No Limit" Apparel Line and Fan Challenge

North American esports organization XSET is expanding its reach with a collaborative apparel launch and fan challenge featuring content creator Kris London.

The "No Limit" collection includes a hoodie, t-shirt, hat, and pants, representing London's signature style and XSET's growing brand presence. To celebrate the launch, XSET and London are hosting the XSET Range Challenge. Fans can participate by uploading short-form videos on Twitch, with the winner receiving a cash prize and the entire "No Limit" collection. This initiative highlights XSET's dedication to engaging its fanbase and fostering a strong community around the brand. READ MORE

Red Bull Gameball Royale returns in 2024

The interactive dodgeball tournament will feature 40 content creators, led by the team captains Papaplatte, Amar, Honeypuu, and Rewinside, competing for the win in Düsseldorf, Germany next week. The tournament features unique interactive elements, that gamify the traditional dodgeball rules. The LED field shrinks over time, and eliminated players can re-enter the game through a "Revive Mechanism." Additional power-ups, such as an extra ball or a shield barrier, will also be available.?

Esports agency BUILD A ROCKET and TV Skyline handle the entire broadcast production of the event, which will?be streamed live on eight channels, including Red Bull’s Twitch and TikTok channels. In addition, the captains' streams will each be broadcast on their own Twitch channels. MORE INFO

Team Liquid partners Up with Carrefour Brazil

Team Liquid, a major esports organization, has partnered with Carrefour Brazil for their "Hero's Journey" campaign. This campaign aims to promote Carrefour's gaming offerings through social media activations, Twitch streams, and in-store events featuring Team Liquid players Rakin and Haru. Fans can participate in meet-and-greets, "beat the pro" challenges, and giveaways.?

This collaboration marks Carrefour's second foray into esports partnerships, following their 2022 deal with KRC Genk Esports. Team Liquid joins Team Vitality as another esports organization sponsored by a supermarket chain. READ MORE

Esports Wales announces partnership with Acer

Esports Wales has announced a major collaboration with tech giant Acer, bringing high-powered Nitro 5 gaming laptops to workshops in Caerphilly and Newport. This partnership equips aspiring esports professionals with the tools they need to succeed. Participants will be able to hone their skills on industry-standard hardware, gaining valuable experience that translates directly to competitive play. Additionally, the workshops will delve into production, streaming, and other crucial esports-related fields, offering a holistic education for those seeking careers within the rapidly growing industry.?

This move by Esports Wales signifies their commitment to fostering a well-rounded esports ecosystem in Wales. By providing access to top-tier hardware and comprehensive training, they empower participants to not only excel in competitive gaming but also explore diverse career paths within esports. MORE INFO

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