Esports is now the pinnacle of the Indian gaming industry. In this era, gaming is not seen as bad anymore. It is booming in India and we are seeing the rise of many Indian gamers who represent their country in competitive events, creating a new niche for gamers.
Ever wondered how these esports events take place? How are they organised? Is it LAN-based or online? Let’s find out.
What is esports?
In the realm of competitive gaming, esports tournaments bring together players across various genres such as Fighting (Tekken, Street Fighter), Real-Time Strategy (Clash of Clans), Online Battle Arena (League of Legends), Sports (Racing and FIFA), and Battle Royale (BGMI, COD, Counter-Strike). These competitions transcend platforms, being playable on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and mobile devices. Much like traditional sports broadcasts, esports events are streamed online, complete with insightful commentary.
A fascinating statistic, as reported by the Esports Federation of India (ESFI), highlights the immense popularity of online gaming in the country, with over 300 million avid gamers. Join us as we delve into the multifaceted world of esports, where passion meets competition, and explore how these digital battles have captured the hearts of millions across India.
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What type of esports should you consider?
Well, it depends on how you are going to conduct the competition. If you are planning to organise an event between low-level teams, then you should go for the online mode where the players are in their homes competing for the prize. It does not need to be broadcast and there are no tight regulations.
On the other hand, if you are planning to organise a big event, you should consider a big place like an event hall, auditorium, etc. In this case, you must go for the LAN setting as it is necessary to ensure the event goes on without any interruption as you will be streaming it live on YouTube.
What budget should you keep in mind?
Determining a budget is not governed by strict rules; it varies based on multiple factors. All aspects must be taken into account, encompassing the prize pool, venue, flights, transportation, accommodation, food, staff, PC equipment, and LAN service provider.
When all these elements are totalled, the associated costs can escalate into the range of lakhs or even crores.
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What measures should you take during a LAN event?
Let’s understand the meaning first: A LAN, or local area network, indicates that a player or team is playing from the same arena or room that is linked to the same network. It’s different from online events where you play at your home in your comfort zone. At home, it might be good, but you have to face latency or high ping, and on top of that, if players are in different regions, the server is going to take time.
Playing in the LAN event also boosts the player’s morale when the crowd cheers for the team. It helps players to be more attentive and give their best.
Why should esports be organized?
The gaming industry is rapidly expanding towards a brighter future. It has become a new form of entertainment for people, especially young people. Esports paved the way for the new genre. Who would have imagined that one day we would be competing with each other in video games and gaining recognition and money?
That’s why it is the right time for you to organise an Esports event, it would be beneficial for you if you want to promote New Technologies, raise funding for a charity, create awareness of your brand, reach out to more people and many more plus you would also be contributing in the growth of Esports community.
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