Asia Insight

Season 8 Episode 18: A New Esports Hub: Hong Kong

Fighting, racing, soccer, shooting: esports, or competitive gaming, is taking the world by storm. With around 130 million potential competitors, the industry is expected to be worth 3 billion US dollars within the next few years. In Hong Kong, partnerships between the public and private sector are looking to expand the scope of esports and turn the city into a local hub. One start-up has partnered with the government to build one of Asia's biggest dedicated esports facility, while one of Hong Kong's biggest conglomerates has begun hosting an esports event, even creating their own professional team. Meanwhile one private investor has opened an esports coaching school. Explore the world of professional gaming in Hong Kong.

Genre:

Documentary, News

Seasons:

15

Episodes:

469

Quality:

HD

Status:

Returning Series

First Air:

2012

IMDb:

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