There are many games that you can try to master to get into e-sports professionally. Depending on the popularity of the games you can establish a pretty firm e-sports career. So, it is wise to first check the popularity list in this industry. Here are the top 7 most popular games to get into e-sports.
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1. Fortnite
Fortnite is a very popular game to this date. This is the number one game in terms of earned revenue from e-sports tournaments according to esportsearning.com. There are several reasons why it is so. First of all the game is free to play. So, it has a huge userbase and they could retain this userbase because of their captivating gameplay. It is a battle royal shooter game where you/your team compete with 100s of other players on the same map. To win you need skill in this game. You not only shoot here, but you also need to create walls and buildings from gathered resources from the environment. It can be a bit tough to master especially for new players, even more to players who are new to shooter games. However, if you can invest some time in the game, you will get better. It is definitely a great game to try out if you wish to get into e-sports. The large user base and the public interest in this game will help you get good progress if you are planning to make some earnings from this game.
2. Dota 2
The second most popular game to get into e-sports is undoubtedly Dota 2. About the same case applies here. The game is free to play and has a large user and fan base. It is a MOBA game where you need to play in a team against another team trying to capture bases. It comes with varieties of character choices with unique abilities. How good you can be in this game depends on mastering the character skills and abilities, equipment choices/builds, team play, and strategy. This is an old game (released in 2013) compared to Fortnite but still is considered as a popular game. Dota 2 is also a big game if you consider earning from e-sports tournaments. This is a game that you can learn faster than Fortnite but I feel that it is harder to master. So, if you are trying to get into e-sports, definitely try out this game.
3. Counter-Strike
This game is a classic. It is released in the year 2000 and still considered one of the most popular shooting games. The latest release of this game is known as Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. It is also a free to play game and is available in the steam game store. The way to be good in any shooter game is your ability to focus and response time. So, playing this game may also help you improve your focus and response time. In the e-sports tournament, you usually need to play as a team against other teams. So, try to accumulate a team if you are looking to get into e-sports playing this game. It is also a good game to earn a lot of revenue. Definitely a good game to start with if you are good with shooting games.
Playerunknown's Battleground (PUBG) is also a battle royale shooting game. The last one standing from 100s of players wins the game. This is also an addictive game and players forget to count the time while playing this game. PUBG for PC/Xbox One/PS4 is a premium game. You need to spend about 30 USD to purchase the game for PC. However, their mobile version of the game is free to play. If you are thinking about getting into e-sports with this game, it sure will be a better choice to get it for PC. The game is fun with a lot of customization and weapon choices. Winning requires skills to aim, react and a bit of stealth. The funny thing about the game is that even players who do not have much experience with shooting games can easily learn and enjoy the game. PUBG is thus, definitely a recommended game for e-sports career.
5. Overwatch
Another shooter in the list but it features unique characters with varieties of abilities like an MOBA would. Overwatch is being played by a lot of players and the really professional players earn big from e-sports. The game is action-packed and fast-paced with amazing graphics. So it requires a bit of practice to get used to if you are just starting the game. You also need to develop a team. Winning in this game depends more on teamwork than on your skills. It is possibly one reason why it is a good choice for e-sports events. Once you master the game, you will keep coming back to the game. It is that captivating. So, try it out. It may be the one you need to get into esports.
League of Legends is one of the most popular MOBAs out there. You will find a lot of really popular players playing this game. You will also find a lot of e-sports events on this game and the community is huge. The game is free to play and requires actual skill to win. Starting this game is easy. However, to be considered as one of the best players, it will require a lot of practice and experience with the game. So, the best way is to first focus on a few characters and then gradually get accustomed to the other characters once you know the game mechanics. This game has the potential to keep you engaged and entertained while you make progress in building your e-sports career. So, give it a try.
7. Tekken
The most popular fighting game in e-sports is Tekken. It is a premium game available for Xbox One, PS4, and PC. So, for starting players it will require some money as an investment. You also need to master your character's move set and practice a lot of button smashing but in the right order building up your combos. It is also a good idea to get a joystick and practice with it. In the tournament, people normally play using the joystick. Since the game heavily relly on smashing the buttons in the right order, joystick helps a lot here. Tekken has a huge prospect in e-sports as the game has a lot of sequences and it is not getting old anytime soon. A must-try if you are into fighting games.
Last words:
These games are some of the most popular games in e-sports events and have a lot of player base and fans. It is best to select a game and stick with it if you wish to make significant progress and earn big from e-sports events. No matter which game you pick, your mastery of the game is the key to success. So, practice a lot. These games are not the only popular games suitable for getting into e-sports. Do you have any recommendations? feel free to list them out in the comment.
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