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1 month ago
ESL basically built modern competitive gaming and it shows in how seamlessly their major events run. The casting, the stage design, the player treatment all feel professional. As a fan attending and streaming their finals has been a highlight every season.
Professional events, rich history
The actual tournaments ESL organises are first class with strong anti-cheat and fair seeding. The companion app for following brackets and notifications is clunky though and crashes now and then. Fix the app and this is a five-star operation.
Fair seeding, strong anti-cheat
Buggy companion app
I've watched ESL tournaments for years and the broadcast production rivals traditional TV sports. The casters are knowledgeable and the bracket info is easy to follow. My one wish is that VOD availability after the event was a bit more organised.
Top-tier broadcasts, great casters
VOD archive a bit messy
When ESL runs a tournament you know the scheduling will be tight and the production polished. I follow several of their circuits and the consistency across regions is impressive. Occasionally the start times are awkward for Indian viewers, but that's a minor thing.
Reliable scheduling, global reach
Timezone-unfriendly slots sometimes
ESL consistently puts together competitive leagues that feel meaningful, and the integrity of the matches is taken seriously. Attending an event in person was a smooth experience too. Ticketing could be a touch cheaper but the show is worth it.
Credible competition, good live events
Tickets a little pricey