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DreamHack is heading to Shanghai for the FIRST time ever! 🎉🎮 Taking place later this year, this event will bring DreamHack’s iconic blend of gaming, esports, and entertainment to one of the world’s largest gaming markets. Paired with Hero Esports' Asian Champions League, we're turning Shanghai into the ultimate gaming hub for an unforgettable weekend. 💬 Shahin Zarrabi, EFG’s VP of Festivals: “DreamHack Shanghai is an opportunity for us to build something totally new in the market. As we have done with DreamHack in North America, Europe and now in China, we want to create a place where gamers can play, compete, and connect in an entirely new environment than what they’re used to. Alongside the Asian Champions League, we’re excited to take over Shanghai in a celebration of the region’s gaming community.” More details are available here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dXX8X38G #Gaming #Esports #BeyondGameplay #PlayLouder

🔥 It’s official! Together with Qualcomm, we're bringing the Snapdragon Pro Series Mobile Masters to Jakarta, Indonesia on April 11-13! The world’s top 12 squads in MOONTON GAMES' Mobile Legends: Bang Bang will unite at the Tennis Indoor Stadium Senayan to battle for the first-ever global SPS MLBB title and a share of the $200,000 prize pool. After a record-shattering year with over 830K peak viewers, this SPS MLBB championship will be the ultimate test of skill, strategy, and teamwork. And with Southeast Asia being a hub for mobile gaming, there’s no better place to crown the Champion! 📱💥 Dive into the full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/diCayVqv 🎟️ Tickets drop on January 16. Are you ready? #Esports #Gaming #BeyondGameplay #EraOfEveryone #Mobile

From Champions of ESL Impact to challengers at IEM Katowice 2025, the journey of Imperial Esports Fe showcases the transformative impact of inclusive esports ecosystems 🌟 We’re thrilled to announce that Imperial Fe’s roster, the reigning Champions of our all-women ESL Impact circuit, have earned their spot at IEM Katowice! For the first time, an all-women team will compete in this iconic Tier 1 Counter-Strike 2 tournament. Commencing January 29, the squad will face off against the likes of FaZe Clan, G2 Esports, and Team Spirit—winners of IEM Katowice 2022, 2023, and 2024 respectively—for a share of the $1,250,000 prize pool and one of the most coveted trophies in esports. This is just the beginning. The future of esports is inclusive, competitive, and unstoppable. Let’s celebrate this incredible moment together! #Gaming #Esports #BeyondGameplay #GGFORALL #LiveLegendary

2025 is set to be a transformative year 🚀 Following our recent look at 2025 esports predictions, we're thrilled to share another forward-looking piece—this time from Ad Age! In their latest article, our SVP of Global Marketing, Fabio Tambosi, joins a stellar lineup of industry leaders to share insights on marketing trends shaping the coming year, from AI-powered creativity to evolving media innovations. Check out Fabio’s perspectives and more: https://lnkd.in/d5DEugsK #Esports #Gaming #BeyondGameplay

Last week, we reflected on esports milestones of 2024. This week, it’s all about the road ahead 👇 Our Co-CEO, Craig Levine, joins other industry leaders in Esports Insider's latest feature to discuss what 2025 might bring for the esports industry. From emerging trends to bold predictions, this is a must-read for anyone passionate about the future of esports. 🔍 Discover the insights here: https://lnkd.in/eJ8nMyz9 #Esports #Gaming #BeyondGameplay

🚀 What a year it’s been for esports! Esports Insider’s 2024 recap includes insights from some of the biggest names in the industry, including our Co-CEO, Craig Levine. From the Esports World Cup to groundbreaking achievements across the ecosystem, it’s been a year to remember for ESL FACEIT Group - EFG and beyond. Check out the full story here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e3YUXcfj

As 2024 draws to a close, we look back on a landmark year for the Snapdragon Pro Series and mobile esports! 📱✨ From heart-pounding matches and breakthrough talent to unforgettable moments and shattered records, this year truly brought mobile esports to new heights. As we gear up for 2025, several members of our mobile esports team sat down with Mobile Matters to look back at what made 2024 an incredible year for players, teams, and fans alike. 👉 Explore our highlights here: https://lnkd.in/dcrzF5DM #Gaming #Esports #BeyondGameplay #EraOfEveryone #YearInReview

Esports just took a giant leap forward! 🚀 With the launch of FACEIT 2.0, gaming is seeing a new era of accessibility and community-building. Rolling Stone dives into how the updated platform combines top-tier matchmaking with social features that connect players, fans, and aspiring pros—all in one place. From finding the perfect teammates with Party Finder to exploring a Path to Pro, FACEIT 2.0 reshapes the esports experience and creates the roadmap to esports stardom while fostering the vibrant ecosystems that make gaming unforgettable 🎮✨ Curious about how FACEIT 2.0 is redefining competitive gaming? Check out Rolling Stone’s full take: https://lnkd.in/dPwhTzms #esports #gaming #BeyondGameplay #FACEIT

Voting ends tomorrow! Please VOTE TODAY to hear from ESL FACEIT Group - EFG's Senior VP of Global Marketing Fabio Tambosi, Sarah Batters, MD at London City Lionesses, The Times journalist and gaming commentator Joshua Lamb, and our Chief Strategy Officer, Matt Boffey at the first ever European SXSW in London! They'll debate shifts in fan culture, including increased interactivity, idolism vs tribalism and what this means for fans and brands. Vote here: https://lnkd.in/eHp-6maN #SXSWLondon #SXSW #Innovation #esports #Creativity SXSW London #WPP 

🚨 Big news from ESL FACEIT Group! 🚨 The ESL Impact Circuit 2025 is ready to bring the heat, uniting women’s Counter-Strike teams from around the globe for another electrifying year of competition. With a $1M investment, including prize pools and a groundbreaking Seasonal Club Incentive, we’re expanding resources and opportunities to support women’s squads like never before. Get ready for a global celebration of talent and rivalry: ✨ ESL Impact League Season 7 commences online on February 26, with Open Qualifiers taking place on January 31-February 6 🏆 ESL Impact Season 7 Global Finals take place live in Dallas, US, on May 23-25 ✨ ESL Impact League Season 8 kicks off online on September 10, with Open Qualifiers taking place on August 15-24 🏆 ESL Impact Season 8 Global Finals take place live in Stockholm, Sweden, on November 28-30 Entering its fourth consecutive year, ESL Impact — part of the #GGFORALL initiative — has been the gold standard in women’s esports, fostering inclusive and safe spaces, inspiring women to pursue careers in esports, and empowering teams and players on their path to success. We can’t wait to see the amazing stories and talent emerge this season. Join us as we continue shaping the future of esports: https://lnkd.in/dgFZ-zuJ #Gaming #Esports #BeyondGameplay #womenempowerment