If you are really good at something, why not make money out of it? This is the core idea that has led to the opening up of electronic sports, or better known as e-sports. Commercial sponsors have seen the phenomenal growth of e-sports over the years, and more recently decided to take the plunge and jump on board the bandwagon while overseeing a jump in the overall prize money. With data and connectivity being extremely affordable across the board these days, online gaming has become such a huge trend, so much so that it is possible to make a living by being a professional online gamer.
Falling under the genre of Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA), this free-to-play video game (minus irritating ads) was developed and published by Valve Corporation. DOTA 2 is the stand-alone sequel to Defense of the Ancients (DOTA), where it is duked out between two teams of five players each, where each team will have their own base to defend while having to search out and kill off the opposition team’s characters within the confines of a map. All ten players will be able to choose a “hero” of their choice, an extremely powerful character who will have a direct impact on the game due to his/her abilities. The winning team is the first one that destroys a specific structure that is called the “Ancient”, located deep within the belly of the opposing team’s base.
There are many different types of online games to pick from, some of which are cerebral in nature and others which require lightning fast reflexes and quick thinking to win. Since its release less than a year ago across multiple platforms, PUBG (Player Unknown's Battlegrounds) has certainly captured the imagination of millions, but if there is one online game that continues to draw in audiences with matches analyzed via commentaries and TV channels, it is the undisputed king of e-sports games: DOTA 2.
Valve Corporation created and distributed this free-to-play video game (without annoying commercials) that falls under the genre of Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA). DOTA 2 is a stand-alone sequel to Defense of the Ancients (DOTA), in which two teams of five players compete to defend their own base while hunting down and killing the opposing team's characters inside the bounds of a map. Each of the ten players will be able to select a "hero" of their choice, an extraordinarily powerful character whose powers will have a direct impact on the game. The winning team is the first to destroy a structure known as the "Ancient," which is located deep beneath the other team's base's belly.
While DOTA 2 has a steep learning curve and is extremely complex to master, it is also very easy to pick up for virtually everyone. This makes it so appealing, which is what fuels the dreams of many a pimple-faced teenager in hopes of making it big in the e-sports arena. There are many different leagues and tournaments for DOTA 2 worldwide, with premium DOTA 2 tournaments drawing in the very best players with prize pools that go beyond several million US dollars, making it the highest amount for any e-sport at the moment. A great example of this is firstblood.io with a huge selection of tournaments every day.
Of course, before you are able to compete with such elite level players, you would need to make sure that you have the necessary skill to go toe-to-toe with the very best of them. You can always begin by checking out listings for local tournaments in your area or state, in order to gauge just where you stand amongst the giants. Once you have a better idea on how high your skill level is and whether you have what it takes in order to turn professional, then it is time to start writing in to various companies who have eked out sponsorship deals in e-sports tournaments in order to ask them whether they would like to be your sponsor. It is not easy, as these companies will be flooded by such requests on an almost daily basis, but it is worth a shot if you have an enviable gaming track record to back you up. If you find yourself unable to break through even in a local tournament, it is best not to quit your day job.
- About First Blood :
Boston, MA / ACCESSWIRE / April 28, 2021 / Today, FirstBlood, one of the largest and most respected competitive gaming platforms, launched its gamer licensing ecosystem. The platform has been empowering players and teams to earn money and play the games they love for years. Now, they're ready to take things to the next level with FirstBlood's licensing ecosystem. One of the biggest missing pieces in the competitive gaming community is solid events and tournaments. FirstBlood's solution is to host regular tournaments through partners like Slayout, as well as seasonal tournaments and daily events for players of all skill levels. The culmination of this vision is the FirstBlood Academy Alliance, which brings together its platform events and those of its partners as a testing ground for a variety of popular games for beginners, amateurs, semi-pros, and more.
To celebrate the debut of the enabling ecosystem, FirstBlood will be teaming up with three of the most recognizable faces in competitive gaming. In addition to Slayout, they've teamed up with top Call of Duty Warzone players HusKerrs and Aydan and Rainbow Six Siege influencer King George. These three creators worked hard to improve the scene they competed in, becoming a valuable addition to FirstBlood.
Since its launch in 2018, FirstBlood has been a dominant force in the competitive gaming industry. The platform has amassed over 150,000 monthly active players and offers over $400,000 in rewards. They also partner with scalability platform Polygon, digital broadcast service provider DirectTV and leading global esports organization Team Secret to host competitive tournaments for players around the world. Now, FirstBlood aims to build a sustainable platform for individuals seeking careers in the gaming industry through its enabling ecosystem. Emily Peel, Director of Business Development at FirstBlood said: "We are delighted to announce these partnerships and our vision for esports. There are many talented players with limited resources and no clear path to success in the game FirstBlood hopes to empower those passionate about competitive careers. Passionate and committed people offer the opportunity to make it happen."
Launched in 2018, FirstBlood is a rapidly growing automated tournament platform that provides players with an easy way to track their success, earn rewards, and make a name for themselves in a competitive community. Their app supports gamers by providing an innovative new way to earn rewards for playing the games they love. With over 150,000 monthly active users, FirstBlood has built a loyal following of gamers and professionals looking to advance their careers and earn great rewards for their skills.
