All Esports articles

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    Merging worlds: The future of esports production

    2024-05-01T14:40:00Z

    When it comes to producing an eye-catching spectacle, esports companies have come a long way since the early days of small-scale tournaments and low production values. Today, a regular production for a high-tier tournament has dozens of people taking part, and using some of the most high-tech products available.

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    Esports: Episode 3: Audiences and future of esports

    2024-04-30T08:38:00Z

    The future of esports seems brighter than ever, with hi-spec technology productions, fandoms and storytelling at its helm. In this tutorial, Rhys Williams, Esports Lecturer at Staffordshire University takes a deep dive into which platforms are dominating the esports landscape and where audiences are going to watch esports broadcast events.

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    Esports: Episode 2: Production

    2024-04-30T08:38:00Z

    In October 2023, Staffordshire University revealed plans to expand its esports provision in Stoke-on-Trent with £2.9m investment in dedicated facilities. The project was designed, built and installed by broadcast solutions specialist Digital Garage. The new industry-standard facilities include a bespoke 60 seater Esports Arena and a Studio with dedicated broadcast ...

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    Esports: Episode 1: Where are we now?

    2024-04-30T08:38:00Z

    Esports has grown into a fascinating phenomenon in a billion dollar industry and although competitive gaming is regarded by some as relatively new, its roots can be traced back to the 1970s. Phil Cooke, esports lecturer at Staffordshire University takes a look back at esports’ humble beginnings, through to the ...

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    In the mix: breaking down the complexities of esports audio

    2024-04-24T12:38:00Z

    Esports production shares many qualities with live sports, but sound engineering is a whole new game. IBC365 explores the complexities of controlling who hears what in a crucible of noise.

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    Highest Impact Topics Explored in New IBC365 Tutorials

    2024-04-17T09:00:00Z

    The M&E industry will have access to a brand new resource for staying on top of cutting-edge tech innovations, trends and business models having the biggest impact across the sector in IBC365’s expert-guided tutorials, launching this month. 

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    Having a blast: maximising production value in esports

    2024-04-04T09:15:00Z

    How are esports organisers leveraging the latest tech to create high-value broadcasts? Ivan Simic reports on the inner workings of a Blast Premier production.

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    ESL FACEIT Group launches streaming platform for esports fans

    2024-02-12T13:24:00Z

    Esports organiser ESL FACEIT Group (EFG) has launched a new esports streaming platform designed to offer a unique streaming experience tailored to the user.

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    Esports World Cup unveils Mobile Legends: Bang Bang as first partner title

    2024-01-25T12:00:00Z

    The Esports World Cup Foundation, the Saudi Arabian nonprofit hosting the inaugural Esports World Cup this summer, has unveiled Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) as the first confirmed title.

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    What is the long-term vision for esports?

    2023-09-28T15:07:00Z

    IBC2023: Esports has proved itself to be a firm favourite for entertaining the gaming community and with an increasing number of broadcast deals struck for international distribution, the future of esports looks on track for continued success. As esports moves towards maturity, content has become more innovative. This session examines ...

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    Driving innovation and esports

    2023-09-17T06:54:00Z

    A World Rally Car, highlighting NEP Finland’s support of the global series, is driving NEP’s IBC2023 exhibit. Located in the outside exhibit area, NEP intelligent outside broadcast facility (iOB) is open to attendees, showcasing NEP’s support of the World Rally Championship (WRC) and its global production ecosystem. 

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    IBC2023: Esports Showcase to Deliver Next Level Gaming

    2023-08-31T10:06:00Z

    Esports specialists have teamed up with IBC to create an immersive gaming zone at the 2023 show, offering visitors the opportunity to experiment with state-of-the-art production technology and experience competitions produced and streamed onsite.

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    Discover the gaming and entertainment opportunity at IBC2023

    2023-08-17T12:13:00Z

    IBC2023 is set to host an extensive esports offering with a full day of sessions on the Showcase Theatre, a dedicated zone on the showfloor and focused tech tours, as the worlds of film, TV and gaming continue to converge.

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    Industry Trends

    Esports: Challenging the Status Quo

    2023-08-07T10:40:00Z

    The world of Esports is not only a dynamic and exciting one, but has begun to attract considerable interest thanks to a more professionalised approach to content and broadcast deals. Mark Mayne reports on gaming’s rising star.

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    IBC2023 Social Impact Awards: Shortlist Highlights Innovation and Groundbreaking Social Projects

    2023-07-18T16:06:00Z

    Transformational technologies that are taking the industry in new directions, such as software and services and also equality and sustainability initiatives are both key areas for the IBC Innovation and Social Impact Awards shortlist.

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    LTN hits one million milestone

    2023-05-26T13:10:00Z

    LTN said it delivered one million live video feeds via the LTN Network, the company’s proprietary multicast-enabled global IP network that it says delivers less than 200ms latency and 99.999% reliability.

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    DTG2023: FAST and Curious, AR and Fan Wonderment

    2023-05-22T13:17:00Z

    With a part two look at the DTG’s The Bigger Picture event, George Jarrett reports on two sessions that particularly caught the ear, one dubbed The FAST Track to Success, and a fascinating session on Extended Fan Experiences.

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    Dolby Atmos in Broadcasting - Turning it up to 11

    2023-05-04T09:38:00Z

    Dolby Atmos is a Next Generation Audio (NGA) technology that’s gaining considerable ground, especially in music, eSports and sports. John Maxwell Hobbs speaks to Anaïs Libolt, Director of Broadcast & Content in Europe for Dolby to get a snapshot of progress.

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    Webinar: The professional era of esports: Trends and outlook

    2023-04-05T15:33:00Z

    Esports has been enjoying strong growth over the last few years owing to popularity with younger audiences as gaming continues to dominate in this segment. Over the last few years, the leagues have been professionalised and broadcast deals have been struck for international distribution. Join IBC365 on-demand as we talk ...