By Manish Kuwar.
Each year, the vibrant esports community across the globe is treated to a remarkable array of tournaments and events. From Dota 2 to Call of Duty and League of Legends, there’s literally no off-moments for esports lovers. With a calendar so full, it’s not surprising that the esports global audience is projected to grow to a whopping $640 million by 2025.
Introduction to Esports Tournaments
Esports are video games that are played in a highly organized competitive environment. These games can range from popular, team-oriented multiplayer online battle arenas (MOBAs), to single player first person shooters, to survival battle royales, to virtual reconstructions of physical sports. However, with the year practically split in half, many wonder if it’s already too late to be a part of all the fun contests. The good news is that you can never be behind schedule. Find out which tournaments are in view as the second half of the year rolls in.
Biggest Events to Anticipate from July to December 2024
Here are some of the top tournaments you can keep tabs on for the rest of the year.
HCS Major 3
With Major 1 and 2 already held in March and May, respectively, HCS Major 3 is scheduled for July. The competition will be held in Atlanta as FaZe will be looking to defend their title on the Halo Infinite.
Call of Duty League Championship
Scheduled for July 18 to 21 in Allen, Texas, the CDL Champs is one of the most anticipated events in the esports community. The New York Subliners won the last edition and will be looking to qualify from the Challengers to the main finale this year.
Riyadh Masters 2024
This is the third in a series of Riyadh masters and wraps up the ESL Pro Tour championship season. About twenty Dota 2 teams will contest for the grand prize come July in Saudi Arabia.
Esports World Cup 2024
One of the very few multi-genre game tournaments on this list, the Esports World Cup 2024 will also hold in Saudi Arabia starting this July. The contest will feature 22 events across 21 esports titles, all culminating in a massive $60 million prize pool.
VALORANT Champions 2024
Defending champions Evil Geniuses will be joining the rest of the world in Seoul, South Korea from August 1 to 25. The contest will be live streamed with videos on demand across major platforms.
The International 2024
Eight top teams will slug it out in Copenhagen, Denmark for this Dota 2 event. According to the current schedule, the main event is expected to take place in the second weekend of September.
League of Legends World Championship 2024
Four-time champions, T1 and the best LoL teams from across the world will converge in West Europe for a 38-day showdown. Berlin, Paris and London are the host cities. The competition starts with play-ins on September 25 after which winners proceed to the quarters and semis. Qualifying teams will compete in the finals for the Summoner’s Cup early in November.
Thunderpick World Championship 2024
Another famous tournament on the Counter-Strike: Global Offensive game, the Thunderpick World Champs attracts a $1 million prize pool. The location is yet to be announced but the dates are confirmed for October 1 to 24 this year.
RLCS World Championship
With participating teams already confirmed for Europe, North America, Oceania and Asia Pacific rankings, all eyes will be on the thirteenth Rocket League Championship Series. The tournament will be held in September at the Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, USA.
PUBG Mobile Global Championship 2024
Arguably one of the most popular contests, the PUBG Mobile Global Championship 2024 is expected to run from November to December 2024. Both the 48-team league stage and the grand finals will take place in the UK.
M6 World Championship
Sometimes called the MLBB M6 World Championship, this edition is hosted by Malaysia. It will also run through November and December of 2024, drawing on the best Mobile Legends: Bang Bang teams from every region.
BLAST Premier: World Final 2024
There’s no specific location for the Blast Premier yet, but it is confirmed that it will hold between the 13th to 17th of November. With the Premier season ongoing, top teams will be looking to accumulate points and participate in the World Final.
Concluding Thoughts
Contrary to what most people think, esports are simply contests involving video games. They are quite distinct from casino gaming and slot tournaments.
Not only are the types of games on offer different, but esports platforms do not offer the regular real money bonuses you’d find at a no wagering casino. All you need is a mobile device, internet connection and a community to enjoy the beauty of electronic sports tournaments.
So, clear your schedule for the rest of the year and take on the exciting battles that are lined up for the rest of the year.
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