IOC unanimously votes for Olympic Esports Games with huge implications for future of industry – Knowligent
IOC unanimously votes for Olympic Esports Games with huge implications for future of industry

IOC unanimously votes for Olympic Esports Games with huge implications for future of industry

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Summary by Dotesports com • xQc Clips on Youtube • Published 4 months ago

The 142nd session of the International Olympic Committee today voted unanimously to establish the Olympic Esports Games, with the first event set to take place in Saudi Arabia next year.

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As fans around the world prepare for the 2024 Olympic Games and watch events like swimming, beach volleyball and gymnastics, the future is already set to eventually bring video games to viewers on a global level as well.

A HISTORIC VOTE! The 142nd IOC Session votes to establish the Olympic Esports Games. Save the date 🥳 pic.twitter.com/CPRrwrirba

While esports fans generally seem indifferent to the news, the future implications could be significant when it comes to the future of the industry and the impact it could have on the growth of competitive gaming on a larger level, according to Gen.G CEO Arnold Hur.