The Top 5 eSports Games and Their Thriving Communities

What is eSports?

eSports is the competitive playing of video games. The term was first used in 1972, but it wasn’t until the 1990s that eSports became popular.
eSports competitions are held in a variety of settings and can take place online or in person at gaming conventions such as BlizzCon, DreamHack and E3. Players compete for prize money and recognition from fans around the world.

The Top 5 eSports Games

League of Legends
League of Legends (LoL) is a multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game, developed and published by Riot Games for Microsoft Windows and macOS. The game follows a freemium model and is supported by microtransactions. In LoL, players assume the role of an unseen “summoner” that controls a “champion” with unique abilities and battle against a team of other players or computer-controlled champions. The goal is usually to destroy the opposing team’s nexus, a structure which lies at the heart of an enemy base protected by defensive structures called turrets. Each League match consists of one team attacking while another defends; victory occurs when all defending structures are destroyed or when time runs out on an attack timer (which can range from 20 minutes to over an hour depending on how long both teams agree).

The Benefits of eSports

The Benefits of eSports
In the same way that traditional sports provide a number of benefits to their participants, eSports can also offer many benefits. For example, players can make money through prize pools and sponsorships. Additionally, many professional gamers have become celebrities in their own right and have even been featured on television shows such as Shark Tank and The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.
Many people enjoy playing video games as a hobby or pastime; however, there are also those who aspire to become professional gamers and compete at tournaments for prizes worth thousands of dollars. These players often train rigorously for hours every day so they can improve their skills at particular games like League of Legends or Fortnite Battle Royale–and it’s not just kids anymore!

The Challenges of eSports

The Challenges of eSports
While eSports are growing in popularity, there are still some challenges to overcome. One of the biggest issues facing the industry is mental health issues among players and fans. According to an article by The Atlantic, “In 2016 alone, over 20 professional gamers committed suicide.” This may be because many pro gamers are young adults who don’t have much experience with handling stressors or dealing with pressure before entering into their careers as professional gamers. Additionally, there’s also a gender inequality problem within eSports–only 17% of all eSports players are women (according to Newzoo). Finally, cheating and match-fixing continue to plague this industry despite efforts by developers like Valve Software (Dota 2) and Riot Games (League of Legends) to prevent these activities from happening by implementing anti-cheat software on their platforms

Getting Started with eSports

If you’re new to eSports and want to get started, the first thing you’ll need is a game. You can find a list of popular esports games on sites like Twitch or YouTube Gaming, but they only show a small portion of what’s out there. To really get an idea of how big the scene is and what it has to offer, check out our list below:

• League of Legends (LoL)
• Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO)
• Dota 2
• Hearthstone

Tips for Becoming a Professional Gamer

• Practice. Whether you’re playing a game or watching others play, it’s important to understand the fundamentals of the game and its mechanics. If you want to be a pro, then practice makes perfect!
• Create a schedule. It might sound like common sense, but having a schedule can help keep your gaming habits in check as well as help prevent burnout from overplaying too much at once (which happens more often than not).
• Watch professional gamers–and learn from them! Watching other people play video games isn’t just fun; it also gives insight into how they approach certain situations and allows players like yourself an opportunity to improve their own skillset by seeing what works best in certain scenarios

Creating an eSports Community

If you’re interested in creating an eSports community, there are a few things you can do to get started. First and foremost, organize tournaments! These events will bring people together and give them a chance to compete against one another. If your game allows for it, consider offering prizes for winning or placing well at these competitions. You could also create a system where players can earn points by participating in tournaments or other activities within the game itself (like earning achievements).
Secondarily but just as important: create an atmosphere of support within your community–one where everyone feels welcome regardless of skill level or experience with competitive play. This means having moderators on hand who will remove toxic behavior from chat rooms; providing mentorship opportunities so newer players can learn from veterans; offering resources like guides and FAQs so no one feels lost when they first start playing; giving away freebies like skins/emotes/etc., which makes everyone feel good about being part of something bigger than themselves

How to Get Involved in eSports

So you’ve decided to get involved in eSports. You’re ready to watch or stream a game, maybe even play it yourself! But what’s the best way to get started?
The answer depends on what kind of experience you want out of your time with eSports. If spectating is your thing, then there are plenty of ways for anyone with an internet connection and a desire to see some exciting matches. If streaming sounds more appealing–or if you’d like both–then there are also plenty of options available for those who want them:

• Spectate: You can watch live streams from major tournaments or other events online (and sometimes even attend them in person). Many games also have their own dedicated channels where players stream their gameplay live; these often feature commentary from experts who explain what’s going on as well as provide tips for new viewers trying out the game themselves.* Stream Yourself: If playing isn’t enough and watching isn’t enough either… why not do both at once? Streaming allows gamers across all skill levels an opportunity not only share their passion with others but also learn more about themselves along the way.* Volunteer Your Time: Whether through coaching individual players or helping run events such as tournaments or LAN parties (where multiple computers connect together), volunteering gives people an inside look into how these communities operate while giving back at the same time!

League of Legends

League of Legends is a multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) video game developed and published by Riot Games for Microsoft Windows and macOS. In League of Legends, two teams of five players compete to destroy the other team’s base while defending their own. Players control characters called champions that each have unique abilities and play styles. The game was inspired by Defense of the Ancients (DotA), a custom scenario for Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos created by Eul and modified by Steve Feak, who then brought it to his colleagues at Riot Games.[2][3]
League of Legends was generally well received at release, with critics praising its competitive nature as well as its use of free-to-play microtransactions; however some felt that it lacked depth compared to other MOBAs released at the time such as Dota 2 or Heroes of Newerth.[4][5][6] By April 2013, League had over 67 million active monthly players worldwide[7][8] and grossed US$1 billion annually in 2014.[9] By July 2016 this number had risen to 100 million active monthly players;[10] in January 2017 there were over 125 million active monthly players,[11] with an estimated total number including inactive users being around 27 million per month.[12]

Dota 2

Dota 2 is a multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) video game developed and published by Valve Corporation. It is the stand-alone sequel to Defense of the Ancients (DotA), which was a community-created mod for Blizzard Entertainment’s Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos and its expansion pack, The Frozen Throne. Dota 2 is played in matches between two teams of five players, with each team occupying and defending their own separate base on the map. The goal is to destroy the opposing team’s “Ancient”, a building located within their base that serves as their primary objective. Each player controls a powerful character known as a “hero”, who has unique abilities and characteristics. During a match, players collect experience points for their heroes by killing opposing units or by being near an allied unit that dies while attacking an enemy unit or structure.[1] When enough experience points have accumulated for one hero, they gain access to new spells or skills called “levels”.[2]

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) is a first-person shooter game that was released in 2012. The game features two teams of five players each, who must compete to win rounds by eliminating the opposing team or completing objectives. The game has been one of the most popular eSports games since its release, with an active community and professional teams competing in tournaments around the world.

Overwatch

Overwatch is a team-based first-person shooter developed by Blizzard Entertainment. The game was released in May 2016 and has since become one of the most popular eSports games in the world, with millions of players competing in organized tournaments and leagues around the globe.
Players choose from one of several hero characters with unique abilities and fight to capture strategic points on a map while defending their own territory. There are also several different game modes available: Quick Play (casual matches), Competitive Play (ranked matches), Arcade Mode (unranked matches) and Weekly Brawls which change each week so players can try out new strategies or play some favorites again!
The game features over 30 heroes that vary widely in their roles within teams; some excel at protecting teammates while others excel at taking down opponents quickly before they can react properly! Each hero also has unique abilities such as healing teammates or boosting movement speed so there’s something for everyone no matter what kind of playstyle you prefer!

Fortnite

Fortnite is a battle royale game where you and 99 other players are dropped onto an island, and the last person standing wins. You can play solo or in squads of up to four people. The game has been wildly popular since its release in 2017, with over 125 million players worldwide.
Fortnite tournaments are often held at major gaming conventions such as E3 and PAX West; there’s even a Fortnite World Cup planned for 2019! If you’re interested in watching professional gamers compete against each other, check out Twitch or YouTube for live streams of tournaments happening around the world!

You might be wondering what the future of eSports is. The answer is simple: it’s bright! As more people get involved, the community will only continue to grow and thrive.
In addition to being fun, eSports can also be very beneficial for your health and well-being. Playing video games can help improve hand-eye coordination, reflexes and problem solving skills–skills that are useful both in gaming and life outside of it.
The best way for anyone who wants to get started with eSports is by simply getting involved! Try out different games until you find one that suits your interests and abilities best; then start playing regularly with friends or other players online via multiplayer modes like matchmaking or lobbies where everyone has joined together voluntarily (rather than being randomly matched up). You’ll learn how each game works while having fun doing so!