While there was a time when competitive gaming was considered a fad outside of dedicated fighting games (which rose to become the FGC community), it has rapidly grown into an industry that makes a mind-boggling amount of money.
Even those who argue games are a waste of time agree that it’s a lucrative career for many people. Gamers who practice hard and commit to their Esports game of choice have a shot at potentially earning money out of the endeavour. The fact that it’s fun is the cherry on top of the sundae. It allows people to make the most out of opportunities from the comfort of their homes.
It’s understandable for people to be curious about Esports due to its potential in today’s digital world. That said, don’t forget to take the time to enjoy your favourite games through platforms such as NetBet. For those looking to get into Esports, here are the most popular games in the genre.
- The ever-popular MOBA
Multiplayer online battle arena games or MOBA for short are gaming genres that helped pave the way towards an international stage. It had its humble beginning as Dota, which was a mod for Warcraft 3. Eventually, enough people were playing Dota that it grew into its own entity, and spawned Dota 2.
The incredible thing is that MOBAs have become so popular that many more games have come out of the woodwork, and became successes in their own right. Games such as League of Legends and many more have made their mark on the industry as sports games that are worth the time and patience to play and learn. Eventually, this team-based gameplay spawned an off-shoot in the realm of first-person shooters (FPS).
- The team-based hero FPS
Just about everyone knows the gaming giant Blizzard and how easily they were able to get to the international level with games like Overwatch. It’s a team-based hero shooter where you play various characters and use their unique skills to battle the enemy team. While it might no longer be the top dog of the current day, it pioneered the team-based hero FPS genre, including games such as Valorant.
That said, competitive FPS games have existed long before the team-based FPS. Games such as Counter Strike Global Offensive continue to be a powerhouse, though the connection of Overwatch to Dota and the beginning of big Esports gaming cannot be understated.
- The racing genre
While the general sports genre has a healthy spot in the Esports bracket, racing is one of the very best of the genre, mainly because it can be built like a full racing simulator. Unlike other sports where the game has to take liberties with how everything works, racing is something that can be made as close to the actual experience as possible. It allows for competition that’s surprisingly close to real racing, which is why it has such a dominant place in the Esports industry.
No matter what people might think of the Esports industry, there’s no denying that it will continue to be a big part of the competitive industry for years to come. With more and more people looking for accessibility and convenience, Esports is a natural path forward.
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