Chapter 1
The technology redefining how we play
Chapter 2
Global communities and the esports revolution
Chapter 3
The blockbuster hits and design trends of 2026
Chapter 4
The science, health, and accessibility of play
YOUR GOAL
Master of Gaming in 2026
Ch 2 · Global communities and the esports revolution
diegoplays Global Esports
Seventy-five million on the line in Paris, the whole world is rewriting the game!
diegoplays Game development studios in South America are gaining global fame by weaving local history into their games.
diegoplays Mobile phones have bypassed traditional consoles to become the dominant gaming platform in emerging markets.
Fun Fact
Esports viewer numbers: The global esports audience in 2026 is projected to exceed 640 million people, outnumbering the global TV audience for professional American football!
Glossary
esports (noun)
Organized, competitive video gaming played by professional individuals or teams. In July 2026, Paris hosted the Esports World Cup, drawing competitors from over one hundred nations.
Organized, competitive video gaming played by professional individuals or teams. In July 2026, Paris hosted the Esports World Cup, drawing competitors from over one hundred nations.
Quiz
Which city's famous Mercedes-Benz Arena is a frequent host for major European esports championships?
Quiz
Approximately how many active mobile gamers are estimated to live across India, Indonesia, and Nigeria in 2026?
Quiz
Which global esports tournament filled the Seoul World Cup Stadium with thousands of fans in recent years?
Quiz
What major benefit do cooperative family games offer over competitive multiplayer games?
Quiz
In which world regions has mobile gaming largely bypassed traditional home consoles to become the dominant way to play?
Quiz
Game development studios from which continent are gaining international acclaim in 2026 for using local folklore?
Quiz
Which popular mobile game has become a competitive phenomenon in countries like India and Indonesia?