In August 2023, the esports industry witnessed a massive surge in viewership, with a diverse array of tournaments captivating global audiences. According to a report by Esports Charts, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Premier League (MPL) Indonesia Season 12 was the most watched esports tournament of the month. It was closely followed by League of Legends and Valorant tournaments.
Most Watched Esports Tournament of August 2023
Here are the top 3 most watched esports tournament of August 2023:
3. Valorant Champions 2023
Valorant Champions 2023 rounded out the top ranks of August’s esports spectacles. This tournament, with 1.29 million peak viewers, emerged as the premier event for Valorant enthusiasts. Although it couldn’t surpass the viewership of the previous year’s championship event, it undeniably drew a substantial audience. In contrast, IEM Cologne 2023, despite not being an official tournament for the discipline, garnered significant attention and became the second-most popular tournament event of the year, underlining the enduring appeal of CS:GO esports.
Notably, this event not only claimed the title of the most-watched esports event of August but also secured its place as one of the standout events of the entire year. The continued growth of MPL-ID Season 12 compared to its predecessor, Season 11, with its 1.88 million peak viewers during the Playoffs stage, underscores the unwavering enthusiasm of Mobile Legends enthusiasts.
2. LCK Summer 2023
The League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK) Summer 2023 was the second most watched esports tournament of August 2023. The Korean regional league has long been a powerhouse in the competitive gaming arena, and the recent summer season solidified its stature. With a viewership count of 1.52 million, the event set new records for the region. The LCK Summer 2023 not only claimed the title of the most popular LCK split ever but also secured its position as the most popular regional League of Legends league in history.
While the LCK Regional Finals in August garnered attention, they faced the challenge of lower viewership compared to the regular season. This disparity was partly attributed to the absence of powerhouse teams like Gen.G Esports and T1, both of whom had already secured spots at the 2023 World Championship. This emphasized the critical role that star teams play in driving esports viewership.
1. MPL Indonesia Season12
At the pinnacle of August’s esports spectacle was the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (ML:BB) Professional League (MPL) Indonesia Season 12. Additionally, MPL has emerged as an official professional league for Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, a mobile MOBA game that has enthralled Asia. This tournament showcased the spectacular rise of mobile gaming within the esports industry, consistently amassing massive viewership season after season. In August, Season 12 of MPL-ID reached a staggering peak of 1.98 million concurrent viewers during a riveting match between Alter Ego and Rex Regum Qeon.
Notably, this event not only claimed the title of the most-watched esports event of August but also secured its place as one of the standout events of the entire year. The continued growth of MPL-ID Season 12 compared to its predecessor, Season 11, with its 1.88 million peak viewers during the Playoffs stage, underscores the unwavering enthusiasm of Mobile Legends enthusiasts.
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August 2023 was a pivotal month for esports, with mobile gaming taking center stage, traditional titans maintaining their dominance, and unexpected challengers making their mark. The esports arena continues to evolve, driven by the passion of players and fans alike, ensuring that the excitement of competitive gaming knows no bounds.
