Julia Stoll
Research expert covering TV and video media
eSports in Europe - statistics & facts
eSports, which stands for electronic sports, refers to video game tournaments that are played by amateur or professional gamers at regional or international level. Competitions can be played by individual gamers or as teams, and events are often streamed live over the internet, attracting a large number of viewers. In recent years, the eSports market in Europe has grown rapidly and this growth is forecast to continue. Many different types of video games are played in eSports tournaments. Some of the most popular games include League of Legends, a multiplayer online battle arena game, and Call of Duty: Warzone, a multiplayer battle royale game. Many video game developers are now designing games with eSports in mind, incorporating tournament capabilities in their games or providing funding for gaming events.
