Digiday - The cynic's guide to esports in 2023

The cynic’s guide to esports in 2023

For many companies in competitive gaming, the past year has been difficult, to say the least. Here’s a recap of some of the esports industry’s biggest challenges over the past 12 months — and how stakeholders in the industry are adapting to tackle them.

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