We all know the big names in esports: League of Legends, Counter-Strike 2, Valorant. But it’s not just the most popular multiplayer games in the world that are esports. You might be surprised by some games with niche esports scenes.
Why aren't fighting games the biggest esport?
There are no right or wrong answers when it comes to choosing an esport. These are just a few of the weirdest answers we found with vibrant fanbases and ongoing competitions. There might even be a competition on this list that you want to get involved with.
You’re probably surprised to hear that Digimon even exists. Yes, it does, and the card game is by far the most popular part of the franchise these days. The game is still primarily physical, with the majority of tournaments taking place in real life, much like other popular TCGs. There’s also an unofficial online Digimon TCG simulator, and esports competitions popping up every now and then as a result. If Bandai Namco is paying attention, there will definitely be an official app at some point to further expand the scene.
“Farming Simulator esports league” feels like something out of a sketch comedy bit, but it’s very real and surprisingly lucrative. Many of the 2023 Farming Simulator league tournaments have featured top prizes as high as $16,000 USD. The competitions are team-based and require a lot of coordination to slowly haul bales of hay to a barn for points. It’s no Evo #37 moment, but it’s fascinating to watch.
