This just might be the new must-see TV. The Wall Street Journal reports that “Turner Broadcasting System is teaming up with talent-agent behemoth WME/IMG to create a league for videogame … Continue reading TBS to Air eSports on Friday Nights
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More eSports Viewing on Big Screen
CBC News reports that “The operator of Canada’s largest chain of movie theatres is moving further into the world of competitive electronic gaming, announcing some $15 million US in investments … Continue reading More eSports Viewing on Big Screen
Hot Job? ESPN Finally Hiring eSports Editor
ESPN has not been first in line to jump into the eSports world. This was very clear last year when, as we reported, ESPN President John Skipper said he doesn’t consider eSports … Continue reading Hot Job? ESPN Finally Hiring eSports Editor
Jimmy Kimmel Gets Slammed by eSports Fans
Jimmy Kimmel got into big trouble with eSports fans last week. First, he posted this video poking fun at eSports — specifically the idea that people would watch other people … Continue reading Jimmy Kimmel Gets Slammed by eSports Fans
Video: YouTube Gaming App First Look
ICYMI, Android Authority offers its “YouTube Gaming App First Look at E3 2015.”
Gaming Content: Big Reach, Deep Engagement
ICYMI, Gautam Ramdurai, insights lead, pop culture and gaming at Google wrote a terrific post on gaming content. Bottom line: “Gaming content is a rare breed—one that delivers engagement and reach.” … Continue reading Gaming Content: Big Reach, Deep Engagement
Twitch Acquires GoodGame Agency
Twitch announced that it has agreed to acquire GoodGame, the esports agency. This may represent a next stage in eSports business, connecting players with brands and distribution. According to the press release: … Continue reading Twitch Acquires GoodGame Agency
Profile: MLG’s Chris Puckett
If you’ve watched live events on MLG, you know Chris Puckett. He started as a gamer — Halo was his focus. But as FoxSports.com writes in a full feature on … Continue reading Profile: MLG’s Chris Puckett
Advertisers Still Trying to Understand Twitch
You’d think with 60 million users on Twitch, advertisers would find a way to market to them. But the Wall St. Journal reports that it’s slow going: “Now that the … Continue reading Advertisers Still Trying to Understand Twitch
ESPN Chief: eSports is Not a Sport
IGN News reports that “ESPN President John Skipper doesn’t consider eSports as a sport, he mentioned during the Code/Media Series: New York conference on Thursday, categorizing it as a competition … Continue reading ESPN Chief: eSports is Not a Sport
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