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What is esports?

Competitive gaming has been “a thing” for quite some time now, but over the past year or two, it has really picked up steam and is on the verge of becoming “mainstream”. More and more leagues, gaming centers, tournaments, professional teams and big money is now flowing into this ecosystem. And, an industry is being created with large multi-national sponsors, national cable television shows, and sold out arenas all over the globe.

But what exactly is this new industry called esports?

Esports is the general term for competitive video gaming played on a professional level. It is usually a multiplayer competition with team-based elements. Other terms include “professional gaming” and “competitive gaming.” It is believed to have originated from a gaming tournament held in Stanford University way back October 19, 1972. The first competitive game was called “Intergalactic Spacewar” developed by computer scientist Steve Russel. Now, anyone with a burning passion, exeptional gaming skill sets, proven experience, and strong will to be called a pro.