A brief history of esports and video games
Competitive gaming is regarded by some as a relatively new phenomenon, but its roots can be traced back to the 1970s. We take a look at esports’ humble beginnings and […]
Contract advice for teams, organisations & players: An interview with an esports lawyer
Like traditional sports, player contracts are a necessity for professional Esports players and teams alike. But what should teams/organisation think about before drawing up a player contract and what should […]
Esports player contracts: basic info on how they work
Contracts aim to provide professional players and team organisations with long-term security and outline what’s required of both parties. But what can they specifically consist of, and what else should […]
Grassroots esports support: Lessons to learn from Sweden & other countries
Competitive gaming at an amateur level obviously doesn’t have the same level of support as professional scene, but things are improving. We take a look at what organisations are doing […]
Just how big is esports? Here are 10 facts that illustrate its growth
With millions of viewers across the world and million-pound prize pools in the top tournaments, esports is growing fast. But just how big is it, and what about esports in […]
Other jobs in gaming
Outside of the Esports space, the $100bn video games industry has a wealth of career opportunities available… If you’re interested in working within the games industry, there are many different […]
Keeping fit and healthy: Exercise, sleep and dietary advice for esports players
Diet, exercise and sleep can make a huge difference in wellbeing, and ensures esports players are ready for their next big in-game performance – both physically and mentally. Here are […]
What types of esports jobs are there?
There are many different roles available within esports – we list the main types and explain what they involve… As esports has grown, so too have the job positions available. […]
An interview with US collegiate esports-focused Electronic Gaming Federation (2016)
We interview Tyler Schrodt, founder of the Electronic Gaming Federation (EGF), a US-based organisation that brings varsity esports programs to colleges around the world. What is it doing and how […]
What are esports? An overview for non-fans
Esports (or electronic sports) is a term used to describe competitive video gaming. It’s different from standard video gaming in that esports is competitive (human-vs-human) and usually has an […]
