eSports FAQ
What is Esports?
Esports, short for Electronic sports, refers to competitive video gaming where players compete on teams against other organized teams.
How big is Esports?
Esports has grown into a major industry, with revenues expected to reach $1.87 billion in 2024, and a global audience of nearly 577 million people. Esports are broadcast in prestigious venues and generate significant money and engagement through platforms like Twitch.TV, which has millions of monthly visitors (EsportsInsider)
How big is collegiate Esports?
Collegiate esports has seen significant growth, with over 250 colleges and universities in the U.S. and Canada participating in varsity Esports programs. The industry includes substantial scholarships, professional opportunities, and increasing institutional support, making it a critical and thriving portion of the overall Esports landscape
What games will be played by our Esports teams?
MVC will feature 4 key games that will act as pillars. VALORANT, Apex Legends, Rocket League, and CounterStrike 2. There is room for more varsity titles to be added if/when interest reaches the level that we can field a team, and a collegiate scene is prevalent.
Are scholarships available?
Collegiate Esports scholarships are currently being offered to all Esports players that qualify for admission to Missouri Valley College and that play one of our varsity titles. Contact the Esports coach for details.
How good do I have to be to get on a team?
We are currently looking at all applicants, with scholarship size increasing with skill. Ideal candidates will have previous team experience, are flexible in their role, and are above average in skill. Interested students are encouraged to contact the Esports Coach for an online scouting session.
Where does the MVC Esports team play?
A beautiful facility has been constructed specifically for the Esports team to compete, practice, and meet in. It includes dedicated gaming computers, a meeting space, televisions, and increased bandwidth for gaming.
What are your PC Specs?
Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D (3.4GHz)
Motherboard: ASRock B550M-C/AC
RAM: 16GB DDR4-3200
GPU: AMD Radeon RX 7600
Storage: 500GB SSD