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When the original PlayStation console was released in September 1995, Sony probably didn’t understand how big the video game industry would grow. What was a pastime for nerds and nerds only is now a mainstream interest. The skills of the very best gamers are now contested through E-Sports competitions – but what games are they playing, and why is the latest gambling news so keen to cover these tournaments?
FIFA/EAFC
For many gamers, FIFA (now known as EAFC) is the only software they’ll play. They don’t refer to it as a PlayStation 5; rather, it is a device that enables them to play FIFA. The E-Sports set-up for this game is massive, with players being able to qualify for significant competitions just by playing online games in their spare time. The best players build cult followings by playing and collecting players on Ultimate Team.
Given how many games and leagues are played on EAFC daily, many are streamed to audiences. While not everyone can be wagered, a fair few games can be, as the FIFA selections are often at the top of any e-sports section of a betting platform. Match results, over/under 2.5 goals, or tournament winner markets are among the most popular, just like real football betting! This type of betting can be very efficient for bettors as they can see returns much faster, as games of FIFA last round 10-12 minutes, unlike the actual game, which is 90 minutes! Even more with added time!
Call of Duty
The most popular video game franchise, Call of Duty, has defined the first-person shooter genre. Based on historical and modern conflicts, players enact military operations to annihilate one another. While the campaign can tell a well-crafted narrative, most players opt for the online version of the game, where they spend countless hours shooting at fellow players.
Those who are skilled at COD form teams with other players, where they then take on different teams in a league system. The Call of Duty League is probably the most well-known and can be found on many betting sites, where selections can be made on which team will win the match – and round-by-round betting (most league matches are contested over three rounds).
Gran Turismo
Gran Turismo is often linked to the original PlayStation as the first game in the series was released in 1997. The franchise is now firmly planted in the e-sports scene, with the FIA even sanctioning races and accrediting the official Gran Turismo online events with race status. This has led to these e-sports races being part of the Olympic Esports series! Only a few significant betting sites have accepted bets on Gran Turismo just yet, but that should change soon with the growing popularity of Gran Turismo.
When it does come available bettors should expect to be able to bet on the same kind of selections that they already enjoy on F1 and other racing markets. Race winner, fastest lap, fastest time in qualifying, etc.
Rocket League
Car football. Rocket League is car football. You drive a fast car (that flips, flies and makes some remarkable high-speed stunts) and try to hit a very oversized ball into a net. It’s a straightforward concept but an incredibly well-followed game and has enjoyed cult and mainstream acclaim since its release in 2015.
The Rocket League Championship Series is the most followed competition and, as such, can be found as an available betting event on sportsbook sites. The match winner, round winner, and even the correct round score are selectable markets for bettors to wager on. The only issue with Rocket League betting is that while it is readily available, there aren’t as many selections/fixtures, unlike other games that have sustained incredible popularity.
Overwatch
Where do Anime and multiplayer first-person shooters meet? Overwatch! This game was first released in 2016 for the PlayStation and remains one of the most popular series on the platform. Amazingly, the game’s original concept was not geared towards e-sports participation but has since been adopted.
The most popular competition for Overwatch gamers is the Overwatch Champions Series. There are multiple regional stages where the best players from different global locations compete against each other to play at the international finals. The 2024 series is ongoing, and the end tournament is scheduled for November. Bettors can take advantage of the numerous games being played and bet on the winning teams of matches as the regional phases take place, all the way up to the final.
