Video Vices: The Growth of Esports in the Stadium Environment

 

On this podcast episode of Video Vices with Contemporary Research, Corey Dunn, Chief Creative Officer of Esports Stadium in Arlington, spoke with Tyler Kern about his personal journey from gaming fan, to eSports announcer, to Chief Creative Officer.

Esports Stadium Arlington opened in November of 2018 and is the largest dedicated esports facility in North America. Fully equipped with broadcast and production studios, premium hospitality offerings, retail and social spaces and gorgeous video distribution, the arena goes well beyond a training and competition space.

In the episode Dunn retraced his steps as a Counter Strike fan in 1999, and his experiences joining early cybergaming leagues. Dunn answered an ad in 2004 looking for esports competition announcers, and then began a ten-year stretch of professional competitive gaming commentary. Dunn’s commentary work took him around the country and around the world.

The popularity of esports is growing, and stadium competitions are increasing in popularity. Dunn sees the stadium environment as a way for gaming enthusiasts to gain camaraderie with fellow fans, get to be in the same place watching their favorite gamer compete, and get an experience unique from simply watching the event online at home. Dunn explained at Esports Stadium Arlington, they can use game data to create unique visual components to enhance an attendee’s experience.

It is important to offer fans a unique visual experience at the stadium to differentiate themselves from a home-viewing experience. From large-scale stadium monitors, providing multiple camera angles with map overviews and player information, to exclusive access to AR/VR, esports stadiums are deploying all of the latest AV technology that traditional sports have been integrating. The result: a more immersive and exciting viewing experience that brings fans to the stadium.

For the latest news, videos, and podcasts in the Pro AV Industry, be sure to subscribe to our industry publication. A new episode of the Pro AV Show drops every Thursday.

Follow us on social media for the latest updates in B2B!

Twitter – @ProAVMKSL
Facebook – facebook.com/marketscale
LinkedIn – linkedin.com/company/marketscale

Follow us on social media for the latest updates in B2B!

Image

Latest

instrument management standardization
Instrument Management Standardization in Multiple Facilities Shouldn’t Require a Paper Trail
September 26, 2023

Creating an instrument management standardization program for multiple facilities shouldn’t be a hassle and shouldn’t require mounds of physical paperwork. In today’s digital age, reliance on paper processes in healthcare institutions is outdated and wasteful. According to recent data, American healthcare institutions waste more than five million tons of paper annually. This environmental degradation […]

Read More
Proactive Plan For Post Oak Owners
Proactive Plan For Post Oak Owners
September 25, 2023

In this informative video, we delve into an exciting proactive program for post oak owners known as the TreeNewal Process (TNP). Join us as we explore how this innovative approach is revolutionizing tree care and nurturing healthier, long-lasting trees. Wes Rivers explains maintaining tree health is of paramount importance, and TNP offers a […]

Read More
FIS Podium
September 22, 2023

Designed in collaboration with CBP, Parabit FIS Podiums are intelligently designed to support touchless passenger processing and efficiently accommodate change over time – technology upgrades, the way passengers are processed, and the way people flow is managed.

Read More
What Are The Signs and Symptoms of Drought Stress
What Are The Signs and Symptoms of Drought Stress
September 22, 2023

Drought Stress In this enlightening video, TreeNewal’s Wes Rivers and ArborJet’s Emmett Muennink discuss the complex relationship between trees, drought stress, and environmental conditions. Drawing from personal experiences and observations, the experts highlights the challenges faced in explaining the effects of drought stress on tree health to customers. Through a detailed explanation, the […]

Read More