Category
Tech
Delegated Interfaces
Trend cluster
Category
Engaged
eSports
Networks help gaming fans connect with each other and find nearby events.
2.2
Trend score
Trend
What is the Engaged eSports trend?
Engaged eSports: As esports continue the transition into the mainstream, the droves of fans and followers who connect to the competitions need ways to connect with one another. Platforms and networks have thus arisen to satisfy this need, giving fans resources for finding nearby pro and amateur events, learning the ropes of competitive gaming, and connecting with one another. In this way, brands that find methods for serving a preexisting, passionate fan base can channel some of that passion towards their own cause.
Trend themes
Themes within the Engaged eSports trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Esports Networking Platforms
Platforms and networks have arisen to connect esports fans with one another, finding nearby pro and amateur events while learning the ropes of competitive gaming.
02
Professional Esports Bootcamps
As it becomes apparent to a growing number of people that pursuing a career in eSports is not only possible, but lucrative as well, opportunities in professional esports bootcamps are increasing.
03
Esports Industry Events
Esports Academy Events aims to educate and instruct up-and-comers in the industry beyond playing better by featuring speeches from important figures within the esports industry.
Industry implications
What the Engaged eSports trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
eSports & Online Gaming
These trends reflect the ongoing growth of the esports and online gaming industry, presenting opportunities for businesses to tap into this passionate and lucrative market.
For
Education & Training
Professional esports bootcamps reflect the rise of education and training programs for esports gamers and athletes, creating opportunities for edu-tech and training companies.
For
Event Planning
Esports networking platforms and industry events present new and unique event planning opportunities that cater to a passionate and growing fanbase.
Workshop question
Identify a niche group of passionate consumers that your brand could serve. How would you do so?
Trend signals
Trend signals for Engaged eSports
Trend score 2.2 out of 10, from popularity 28%, activity 29%, freshness 8%.
Popularity28%
Activity29%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X (not a primary audience)
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the Engaged eSports trend
4 featured examples from Mar 2, 2017 to Apr 14, 2018CategoryTech
eSports Industry Events
The Esports Academy Will Help New Players Enter the Competitive World
Integrating gaming technology and software within the esports academy for the optimal learning experience
CategoryLifestyle
Online Gamer Event Platforms
'Victus.gg' Acts as an Event Discovery and Management Platform
Esports organizations and leagues can benefit from working with event discovery and management platforms like Victus.gg to increase visibility and participation in their events.
CategoryTech
Professional eSports Bootcamps
The Academy of eSports is Launching an Educational Dota 2 Intensive
Opportunity for educational institutions to offer eSports training programs.
CategoryTech
Expansive Gaming Networks
The 'Gizer' Global Gaming Network Connects Gamers and Hosts Together
The 'Gizer' global gaming network disrupts the gaming industry by creating a comprehensive and organized platform for gamers to connect and find businesses and services.
