The Mid Lane is a rundown of developments in the world of esports.
It is no surprise that COVID-19 is impacting esports players, tournaments and the overall landscape of the growing industry. (But Facebook did something, too!)
- Facebook launches a new feature where users can create, join or follow virtual game tournaments. (Christine Fisher, Engadget)
- Travel, logistics and COVID-19 places pressure on the Overwatch League’s ultimate vision. (Teddy Amenabar, Washington Post,)
- Call of Duty League cements move to online only, with tournaments starting April 10. (Dean Takahashi, VentureBeat)
- Following deals with brands like Nike and Louis Vuitton, esports grow. (Hilary George-Parkin, Footwear News)
- A NASCAR driver loses a sponsorship for rage-quitting during the eNASCAR iRacing Pro Invitational. (Jake Bright, TechCrunch)
And in the category of “Seeing a theme…?”
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