5 Thoughts from Fortnite World Cup

I was blessed (and cursed) enough to take my son to the first ever Fortnite World Cup. Many millionaires were created from the winnings at this event. 16,000 people cheered for competitors from more than 20 countries.

Here are 5 takeaways from the World Cup:

• 3 days for a 46 year old man eating two meals of hamburgers and hot dogs is deadly. Please Epic Games, some healthy food alternatives. 
• eSports is the only sport where the players have deep interaction with their fans on a regular basis. From their many hours of live streaming, with fans chatting through Twitch, the pros are already well known not just for their gameplay but also for their personality. When they arrive at public events, they look at the fans not just as someone who wants a signature but as part of their family. These guys (kids!) are humble, personable and warm to their fans.
• The facility was air conditioned! Huge and unexpected for the venue. It made viewing very comfortable.
• eSports is VERY MUCH enjoyable as a live experience. Yes, the announcers might have been difficult to hear at times, but the passionate fan audience more than made up for that.