Esports for Dummies - by Phill Alexander (Paperback)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

Discover the path to the big leagues

It's time to prove all those people who said "video games are a waste of time" wrong. Esports has rewarded top gamers with prize money, glory, and even college scholarships. Want to get in on the action?

This book puts you on the path to get your share of the growing world of esports. It helps you figure out the gear you need to be competitive, the games that drive esports, how to break into competitive play, and how to use online platforms to get attention. Written by the esports program director at the first Division I university to field an esports team, this book defines and demystifies the complex world of competitive video gaming.

• Get the gear for your first esports battles
• Gain recognition for your skills online or in tournaments
• Discover the path to earning scholarships in esports
• Build your online identity

Get the insider tips you need to make your name in the esports universe.

From the Back Cover

• Get the gear for your first esports battles
• Gain recognition for your skills online or in tournaments
• Discover the path to earning scholarships in esports

Discover your path to the big leagues

It's time to prove all those people who said "video games are a waste of time" wrong! Esports have rewarded top gamers with prize money, glory, and even college scholarships. Want to get in on the action? This book puts you on the path to getting your share of this fast-growing world. It'll help you figure out the gear you need and the games that drive the explosive growth of esports. You'll also find how to break into competitive play and use online platforms to draw attention. Discover the insider tips you need to and start making your name in the esports universe.

Inside...

• Build a killer esports PC
• Choose the right consoles
• Know the most essential games
• Check out your local scene
• Raise your gamer profile
• Play in major competitions
• Start out on the path to pro
• Stream games to a worldwide audience

About the Author

Phill "DrPhill" Alexander is a professor at Miami University's Armstrong Institute, teaching courses on esports and game design. He is also co-founder and director of Miami University's varsity esports program, the first of its kind at a school with Division I athletics.