Esports: Bracing for business boom

Cheong says the esports industry needs more people, particularly on the production side. — Photos: ANDREW CHEONG

Physical esports events are back with a bang, with the next big tournament – ESL One 2022 – taking place from Aug 26 to 28 at the Arena of Stars in Genting Highlands, Pahang.

The Defense Of The Ancients 2 (Dota 2) competition will feature 12 teams from South-East Asia and Europe competing for a share of the US$400,000 (RM1.76mil) prize pool.