The inaugural Esports World Cup 2024, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has concluded its first half with a resounding success. The month-long extravaganza featuring 21 different esports titles captivated audiences globally, with certain games emerging as clear fan favorites.
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang and Counter-Strike Reign SupremeÂ
The opening weeks of the tournament saw Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) and League of Legends dominate viewership charts. The MLBB Mid Season Cup 2024, in particular, set the tournament ablaze, culminating in a record-breaking peak viewership of 2.3 million concurrent viewers. This astonishing figure solidified MLBB’s position as the most-watched game of the Esports World Cup thus far.
While MLBB may have reigned supreme in terms of overall viewership, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) stole the spotlight when it mattered most. The CS:GO championship final delivered a thrilling spectacle, attracting a peak viewership of 756,700, surpassing even the highly anticipated Dota 2 final. This demonstrates the enduring popularity of CS:GO and its ability to draw massive audiences.
A Strong Foundation for the Future
The first half of the Esports World Cup 2024 has provided a solid foundation for the remainder of the tournament. With a diverse range of titles and a growing global fanbase, the event has showcased the immense potential of esports as a mainstream entertainment medium.
As the competition moves into its second half, organizers have promised an even more packed schedule with 13 additional tournaments. The introduction of solo disciplines like StarCraft and Tekken is expected to broaden the appeal of the event and attract new audiences.
With the first half already delivering record-breaking numbers and intense competition, expectations are high for the second half of the Esports World Cup 2024. As the tournament progresses, it will be fascinating to see which games and players will emerge as the ultimate champions.
Stay updated with all the cricketing action, follow Cricadium on WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Telegram and Instagram
