# eSports Center eSports-specific gaming centers and stadiums are on the rise. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Nov 28, 2018 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/esports-center ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.3/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the eSports Center trend? **eSports Center:** The legitimacy of the eSports industry has been established in the last few years with everything from events to education in this space, and the next step brands are taking is creating centers and even stadiums specific to online gaming. ## The consumer insight behind the eSports Center trend The growth of the eSports industry has come with the acknowledgment of demand in this space, and with multi-faceted partnerships. For consumers, the sense of community that gaming offers them is akin to that of the sports world. Thus, consumers in this space seek out ways to connect with people who share their same interests. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Mar 20 to Nov 27, 2018 - Published: Nov 28, 2018 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the eSports Center trend ### eSports Infrastructure Development Creating centers and dedicated stadiums for online gaming has become a trend in the eSports industry, with the goal of providing immersive live experiences and attracting audiences on various levels. ### eSports Industry Education and Growth Developing more initiatives to educate and provide growth opportunities for players and up-and-comers in the eSports industry is a growing trend, with featured speeches and insights given by important figures in the industry. ### Integration of eSports and Live Music The trend of combining esports and music has been emerging with festivals and partnerships seen worldwide, catering to audiences who have similar interests in both experiences. ## What the eSports Center trend means for industry ### For Sports and Entertainment Infrastructure Development The trend of dedicating spaces and building infrastructure for eSports is creating opportunities for professionals in the sports and entertainment industries to develop and design new spaces that cater to diverse needs. ### For Edu-Tech and Gaming Education The partnership between The eSports League and Microsoft demonstrates an opportunity for educators and innovators in the gaming industry to develop initiatives that teach gamers skills beyond gameplay, opening doors for potential career growth. ### For Music and Entertainment Events The Hyperplay festival is an example of how the music and entertainment industry is beginning to embrace the eSports industry, creating opportunities for professionals to develop and host events that cater to both experiences and audiences. ## Workshop question Consider an untapped, niche consumer interest (within your brand's area of expertise) that you could invest in. ## Trend signals for eSports Center Trend score 4.3 out of 10, from popularity 62%, activity 59%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 62% - Activity: 59% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the eSports Center trend 5 featured examples from Mar 20 to Nov 27, 2018. - [Hybrid Gaming Music Festivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperplay-festival): The Hyperplay Festival Will Bring Together eSports and Live Music (Category: Tech) Implication: The entertainment industry can explore partnerships between gaming and music to create new experiences for audiences. - [Professional Esports Stadiums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esports-stadium-arlington): 'Esports Stadium Arlington' Will Provide Immersive Live Experiences (Category: Tech) Implication: Opportunity for architects and design firms to create specialized esports stadium designs that offer a unique and immersive experience for esports events. - [Expansive eSports Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esports-town): Hangzhou's eSports Town Showcases the City's Focus on the Sport (Category: Tech) Implication: Expansion of dedicated gaming facilities and arenas to meet the demands of the growing eSports industry. - [eSports Industry Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esports-academy): The Esports Academy Will Help New Players Enter the Competitive World (Category: Tech) Implication: Integrating gaming technology and software within the esports academy for the optimal learning experience - [Middle Eastern Esports Stadiums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-xstadium): Dubai is Entering the eSports World with the Dubai X-Stadium (Category: Tech) Implication: Esports-stadium development presents a disruptive innovation for the entertainment industry, offering a unique revenue stream through video gaming events and attracting a new audi… ## Recent trend clusters - [Delegated Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/delegated-interfaces) (Tech) - [Adaptive Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/adaptive-controls) (Tech) - [Desk Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/desk-systems) (Tech) - [Spatial Refinement](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/spatial-refinement) (Tech) ## Trending in Tech - 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