From the early days of competitive arcade gaming in the 1980s to massive global tournaments with millions in prize money, eSports has come a long way! In 2020 alone, the global eSports audience reached a staggering 495 million people with revenues soaring beyond $1 billion. The total prize money awarded in eSports tournaments reached an impressive $634 million in 2021. eSports isn’t just gaming; it’s a phenomenon.
Source: https://newzoo.com/resources/trend-reports/newzoo-global-esports-market-report-2020-light-version
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