1. League of Legends (LoL)
Game Overview: A multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game developed by Riot Games. Players control "champions" with unique abilities to compete in matches.
Top Tournaments:
- League of Legends World Championship: The most prestigious annual event, attracting teams from all over the world.
- Mid-Season Invitational (MSI): Another major tournament featuring top teams from various regions.
2. Dota 2
Game Overview: Another popular MOBA game developed by Valve Corporation. Players form two teams of five and compete to destroy the opposing team's "Ancient."
Top Tournaments:
- The International (TI): Known for its massive prize pool, this annual tournament is the pinnacle of Dota 2 competition.
- Dota Pro Circuit (DPC): A series of tournaments that serve as qualifiers for The International.
3. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO)
Game Overview: A first-person shooter (FPS) developed by Valve and Hidden Path Entertainment. Teams of terrorists and counter-terrorists compete in various objective-based modes.
Top Tournaments:
- ESL Pro League: One of the longest-running professional leagues in CS:GO.
- Intel Extreme Masters (IEM): A series of international events featuring top CS:GO teams.
- PGL Major: A premier championship event.
4. Fortnite
Game Overview: A battle royale game developed by Epic Games. Players compete to be the last person or team standing.
Top Tournaments:
- Fortnite World Cup: Annual event with significant prize money, featuring solo and duo competitions.
- Fortnite Champion Series (FNCS): Regular competitive series with various formats.
5. Overwatch
Game Overview: A team-based FPS developed by Blizzard Entertainment. Players select "heroes" with unique abilities and work together to complete objectives.
Top Tournaments:
- Overwatch League (OWL): A professional league with city-based teams competing throughout the year.
- Overwatch World Cup: International teams compete for national pride.
6. Call of Duty
Game Overview: A popular FPS series developed by Infinity Ward and Treyarch. Features various competitive modes.
Top Tournaments:
- Call of Duty League (CDL): A franchised league with professional teams from around the world.
- Call of Duty Championship: An annual event to crown the best team.
7. Valorant
Game Overview: A tactical FPS developed by Riot Games. Combines elements of CS:GO and hero shooters.
Top Tournaments:
- Valorant Champions Tour (VCT): A year-long series of tournaments culminating in the Valorant Champions event.
- Valorant Masters: Major events that are part of the VCT.
8. Rainbow Six Siege
Game Overview: A tactical FPS developed by Ubisoft. Players assume the roles of different operators with unique abilities.
Top Tournaments:
- Rainbow Six Siege Pro League: The top professional league for Rainbow Six Siege.
- Six Invitational: The premier annual championship event.
9. Rocket League
Game Overview: A unique game that combines soccer with rocket-powered cars, developed by Psyonix.
Top Tournaments:
- Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS): The highest level of competition in Rocket League.
- Rocket League World Championship: The culminating event of the RLCS.
10. Hearthstone
Game Overview: A digital collectible card game developed by Blizzard Entertainment.
Top Tournaments:
- Hearthstone World Championship: The premier annual event for Hearthstone players.
- Hearthstone Grandmasters: A top-tier competitive series.
