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For decades, Japan has boasted one of the most vibrant and diverse ecosystems when it comes to digital transformation, gaming, and pop culture. It’s a market leader where video games are concerned, and in 2022, it was reported that Japan’s ‘competitive video game market’ alone was worth some $116 million. However, it must be said…

Riot Games announced today that State Farm Arena, home of the Atlanta Hawks, will host the League of Legends (LoL) World Championship semifinals. The semifinals were originally scheduled to take place at Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena but were moved to the U.S. due to COVID-19′s impact on securing multi-entry visas. “We are committed to upholding our…

So what first attracted you to the multi-billion dollar esports industry? Inaugural Esports Championships come to the Commonwealth Games but it’s hard to think past the oodles of cash. So how do you do, fellow kids? Gaming came to the Commonwealth Games on Saturday, in the inaugural Commonwealth Esports Championships. It was a two-day exhibition event at…

In the ‘80s, kids left aside the sports balls, toys, and bicycles in their gift requests and began to ask for video games. This technological advance completely redefined entertainment. Some parents get worried about the side effects of these tech developments on the minds of children. They will go and limit their access to gaming…

You’re in good company, according to the just-published 2022 Essential Facts about the Video Game Industry report, which says about two-thirds of Americans – more than 215 million people – play games regularly. While this might not be surprising to many, three-quarters of players are over the age of 18, contradicting the common stereotype of a…