Esports has grown dramatically in 2020, but what changes can we expect to see in the upcoming year?
Many of us are thankful that 2020 is slowly coming to an end. Between the political turmoil in the United States, the Brexit debacle and (of course) the current COVID-19 pandemic, 2021 brings hope for very real change. Of course, the verdict is still out in regards to what we can eventually expect. There are nonetheless some sectors which are slated to benefit from a massive amount of growth in the coming year. One stellar example can be seen in the domain of esports. Let's take a look at a handful of predictions involving what may come to pass as well as what players can look forward to in the not-so-distant future.
The Role of Virtual Reality
Cutting-edge games are now beginning to embrace the opportunities that virtual reality (VR) can provide players. Not only is this a direct result of ever-advancing software, but the devices themselves are becoming much smaller and ergonomic. Another point to highlight in this respect is that the prices of well-known VR headsets such as the HTC Vive and the Oculus Rift are now much more affordable. These changes are expected to open up an entirely new marketplace.
"Smart" Games
Games are also becoming much smarter, and we are not only talking about highly personalised options. We are now beginning to witness the presence of more user-centred options such as online blackjack equipped with live dealers and poker hands that mirror the real thing in terms of the end-user experience.
This level of intelligence can also be seen in popular franchises. Perhaps the most recent example involves the release of FIFA 20. While the level of graphical detail is impressive, it is even more astounding to note how developers have been able to create digital characters that are virtually identical to their real-world counterparts in terms of movements and mannerisms. This trend is expected to gain ground throughout 2021.
An Increasing Trend Towards Mobile Gameplay
It is a foregone conclusion that mobile gaming is here to stay. This is why the majority of developers are focused upon creating downloadable apps for operating systems such as Android and iOS. This has resulted from a very clear demographic shift; growing evidence shows that users are now accessing their favourite platforms while away from home.
The Growing Presence of Sports Books
Sports betting has always been present within the esports community and there is no reason to think that this momentum will abate in the coming year. From fantasy football leagues to virtual rugby competitions and even billiards matches, there is no doubt that those who are fans of online wagering should be pleasantly surprised with what is in store. This is also the reason why many more online sportsbooks are now offering esports as one of their options.
The bottom line is that esports are predicted to perform extremely well in 2021. We can only hope that the remainder of society follows this example so that we can return to some sense of normalcy.
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