According to a report from Kyodo News today, the e-sports events of the Hangzhou Asian Games have begun. Discussions are still ongoing on whether competitions such as computer games can become an Olympic event. There are seven events in this new field this time. Despite concerns about gaming addiction and debate over whether esports should be considered a sport, those involved still have high hopes.
Japanese players signed up to participate in three categories including the fighting game “Street Fighter 5” and will make their debut on the 25th. Takai Dai (30 years old, FENNEL team), who will compete in the opponent’s position-breaking game “League of Legends”, said enthusiastically: “I hope to play a passionate game and let everyone know the fun of it.”
The Japan E-Sports Federation stated that “implementing competitions at international comprehensive sports conferences will not only increase visibility, but also deepen people’s understanding. It is of great significance for improving its social status.”
The report said that due to the strong appeal of e-sports to young people and the huge market size, the sports industry’s efforts to introduce it have been promoted. E-sports became a public event at the last Asian Games in 2018. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) aims to make it an Olympic sport in the future and will hold the “Olympic Esports Series” for the first time in Singapore in June this year.
2023-09-25 09:08:17
#Hangzhou #Asian #Games #esports #events #kick
