sähköurheilun

Sähköurheilun, often translated as "esports" or "electronic sports" in English, refers to competitive video gaming. It is a rapidly growing industry that involves organized, professional competitions of video games, typically between individuals or teams. These competitions can range from amateur local tournaments to massive international events with significant prize pools and large audiences, both online and in person.

Professional esports players dedicate significant time to training, strategizing, and honing their skills in specific games. Teams often have coaches, analysts, and support staff to optimize performance. The games themselves span various genres, including real-time strategy (RTS), fighting games, first-person shooters (FPS), multiplayer online battle arenas (MOBA), and sports simulations. Popular titles that feature prominently in the esports scene include League of Legends, Dota 2, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, and Valorant.

The infrastructure surrounding sähköurheilun includes dedicated esports arenas, streaming platforms like Twitch and YouTube Gaming, specialized media outlets, and a growing commercial market for sponsorships and advertising. The industry's growth has led to increased recognition, with some educational institutions offering esports-related degrees and scholarships. While the term is primarily used in Finnish, the global phenomenon of competitive gaming it describes is universally recognized.