CaEsports is the rising form of competition all around the world. It brings together pros and amateurs, as well as devout fans for some of the best competitive games ever made. Whether you're a fan of FPS games that require sharp precision or MOBA games that favor wits and strategies above all, there's a tournament out there for you to either participate in or watch.
Even if you can't afford a ticket, most events have excellent coverage through streaming services. With that said, let's take a look at some of the major eSports tournaments for the most popular and well-known games, and when and where you can watch them.
10 The International
Organized by Valve every year around August, The International showcases the best talent that Dota 2 has to offer. It's the ideal tournament to watch for those who really enjoy MOBAs and who might be curious about Dota 2, with a bit of experience in League of Legends.
What's really cool about this tournament is that not only is it streamed on Twitch and StreamTV, if you have Dota 2 installed you can watch the game from a player's perspective or freely roam around the map. All of this is for free, since Dota 2 has been free to play since its conception.
9 FIFA eWorld Cup
FIFA is one of the most popular and iconic sports games in the history of gaming, with a new release every single year. It's no wonder that it has an entire tournament devoted to its name. What's special about the tournament, however, is that it made history as being the largest eSports event according to the Guinness World Record.
The tournament is organized every year and is open to everyone. Moreover, the whole show is streamed on YouTube streaming services, as well as Twitch. FIFA eWorld Cup even made an appearance on TV, a rare honor for an eSports tournament.
8 Fortnite World Cup
The true king of battle royale games, Fortnite definitely deserves a worldwide tournament to its name. The World Cup itself is held annually, starting around April and running all the way to the end of July. Not only does the tournament crown solo winners, but also duos, as well as squads and celebrity Pro-Ams.
Keep in mind, that only the finals will be available for watching and will have a live stream on Twitch, Youtube, Twitter and Facebook. If you have Fortnite installed, you can also use it to watch the games live after logging in, which makes things pretty convenient.
7 Call Of Duty League
There's something brand new in the horizon for Call of Duty lovers. As the previous Call of Duty World League has been discontinued, a brand new tournament begins this year which pits five players against five in the game's Modern Warfare installation.
Teams are based on various cities around the world, which means games will also be hosted in various different locations depending on which team is hosting. Traditionally, the matches have been available to watch on the MLG website. They're also streamed on Twitch.
6 League Of Legends World Championship
League of Legends is an absolute success when it comes MOBAs. Its popularity has grown so massive that its World Championship is among the most watched eSports gaming tournaments in the world. Every year, professional teams are pitted against each other for a mass prize of a million dollars.
The championship is considered one of the showiest eSports events, and runs from October until November. You can watch the event on multiple Twitch channels depending on your language, as well as on several YouTube live streams as well. On top of that, the event is streamed on Garena Live, AfreecaTV, NaverTV, Tencent and LoL Esports Russia, so there's plenty of platforms to pick from.
5 Evolution Championship Series
Known simply as Evo, this tournament is the perfect pick for anyone who adores fighting games above everything else. What's great about this tournament is that it's not closed do simply pro players: anyone can participate, which is why it has become a major international gaming event.
Some of the games from 2019 included Mortal Kombat 11, Tekken 7, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Soulcalibur VI and Street Fighter V: Arcade Edition, so there's definitely something for everyone. The event starts around August, and will be streamed on Twitch, where multiple Evo channels are available.
4 eSports World Convention
For the ultimate gaming experience, the eSports World Convention is a great choice. It doesn't just feature one game, like many other tournaments which are generally organized by the game companies themselves. Located in France, multiple games will see final tournaments played at this event after local qualifiers have been completed.
Each country will send their respective team to the convention. Games include PUBG, CS:GO, League of Legends, Fortnite and even Clash of Clans. Games will be available on the convention's site itself, as well on Twitch. It's a great option for those living in Europe who dream of traveling to a tournament, but can't afford a ticket to North America or Asia.
3 Dreamhack
If you're wondering which event has the best Internet connection according to the Guinness World Records, it's Dreamhack, which is also considered among the largest LAN parties in the entire world. Not only does the event feature cosplay and the showcase of creative digital arts, it also has tournaments.
There's something for everyone when it comes to the games included: Dota 2, Counter-Strike, Rocket League, FIFA, as well as a range of mobile and fighting games. Dreamhack organizes multiple events around the globe during the year, and will also stream some of its tournaments on Twitch and Caffeine.
2 Intel Extreme Masters
Intel is a central company when it comes to gaming, which is why a special, sponsored eSports event featuring multiple tournaments is held in a different place in the world each year. Considered one of the longest running tournaments, Intel Extreme Masters features a variety of games in its tournaments: Starcraft II, CS:GO and League of Legends to name a few.
To watch these tournament games you can either check out their streams on their website, or find them on YouTube. The event also gets streamed on a few ESL gaming channels on Twitch, so there's a few platforms to choose from depending on your preference.
1 Overwatch League
A relatively new tournament, the Overwatch League began in 2018, with multiple teams based in various different cities. However, only in 2020 will we finally see home games from different locations around the world, making it possible for people to travel to their closest location they can afford.
If you love Overwatch but can't afford the ticket prices, the games also get streamed regularly on the Overwatch League Twitch channel. The MLG website will also have its very own stream for the League's games, and occasionally some will have coverage on TV in North America.