Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman has ambitious plans for the gaming festival Gamers8. Instead of a traditional festival, he plans to create a full-fledged world championship. This mega-event could challenge the West; not only because it may forever change the eSports landscape. Against this backdrop, there’s keen anticipation about how the West will position itself for this event, set for the summer of 2024.
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Despite Open Details: Strong Western Presence Expected at the Event
Xeet by @TEAdvocated
Although many specific aspects of the event are yet to be clarified, one thing is certain: significant participation from Western teams is assured. This underscores the global appeal and broad international involvement expected for the event.
The transformation of Gamers8 into a global spectacle will feature an impressive array of disciplines beyond Riot Games‘ well-known League of Legends. Potential participants in the eSports World Cup could include games like Valorant, Rainbow Six: Siege, EA Sports FC24, and Call of Duty.
This selection hints at a remarkable diversity. With a wide range of disciplines planned for the over eight-week-long World Cup, strong representation from at least three key regions – China, the USA, and Europe – can be expected. This broad international participation reflects the global reach and influence of the event. 🌍🎮
Western Skepticism: Between Participation and Sportswashing Accusations
Xeet by @H_R_Matter
The question of how the West will position itself towards the upcoming major gaming event in the summer of 2024 remains open. There are repeated statements and reports labeling the event as “sportswashing.” This criticism implies that the event could be used to enhance the international reputation of the host country through the positive reputation of the event.
This, in turn, casts the organizer in a critical light. This perception might lead to Western teams participating, but extensive and detailed coverage in Western media could be lacking.
Tensions in the Media World: Western Rejection Could Make Access Difficult for Fans, While BRICS Nations Celebrate the Event
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Whether this approach is the right way in a multilateral world economy is debatable. However, the real possibility exists that the Western media world may distance itself from the sports event. This could make it more difficult for gaming fans in the West to follow the live broadcast of the spectacular event in the summer of 2024 – or at least in a timely manner.
In contrast, it is expected that this event will be widely covered in the media in Russia and China, as the BRICS nations are unlikely to miss such an opportunity. 🌏📰
Global E-Sport Market in Transition: Savy Games Group Acquires ESL Gaming and Brings the World Cup 2024 to Riyadh
Xeet by @Gamers8GG
The media can hardly ignore the World Cup 2024 in Riyadh, especially due to the involvement of a formerly German company. The Savy Games Group, a leading investor in the gaming sector in Saudi Arabia with stakes in companies like Nintendo and Ubisoft, has acquired ESL Gaming, formerly based in Cologne.
This company was instrumental in organizing major e-sport events in Europe. Ralf Reichert, the founder and long-time leader of ESL Gaming, will now focus on organizing e-sport events in Saudi Arabia. 🎮🌐
Despite Criticism: Extensive Advertising in the West for the Opulent Event
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The reason for the already extensive advertising in the West for the spectacle in Saudi Arabia could be the acquisition of ESL Gaming by the Savy Games Group. This significantly differentiates the situation from the previous Gamers8. Platforms like Twitter already provide an impression of the opulent arrangement of the Esports World Cup 2024, and leading newspapers and magazines are already reporting intensively on the event.
The reactions of the gaming community in our hemisphere have so far been reserved. However, it is expected that this will change once the World Cup 2024 is first staged in all its glory. Events in Saudi Arabia are known for their sensational luxury, which leaves no one indifferent. 💻🌟
The western media cannot completely ignore the World Cup 2024 in Saudi Arabia. However, interested parties should mark the date in their calendar and do their own research. Solely relying on the media is not advisable, as the coverage may not reflect the full grandeur and scope of the event.
For those who do not wish to research in Chinese or Saudi Arabian news sources, Leaguefeed.net offers a reliable alternative. We will follow the entire tournament and keep you continuously informed about all developments. 🗓️🕹️