The future of esports seems brighter than ever, with hi-spec technology productions, fandoms and storytelling at its helm. But what makes a good esports broadcast? 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.
Rhys shares why broadcast will be incredibly important for esports, what to think about when running a broadcast and why putting the fans and players front and centre of the production is key.
Rhys also uncovers how advancements in virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) are set to transform the gaming experience further, creating immersive environments that put players and viewers at the heart of the action.
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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 ...
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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