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The 2018 Asian Games, also known as the 18th Asian Games, will take place in Jakarta and Pal
Introduction
The 2018 Asian Games, also known as the 18th Asian Games, will take place in Jakarta and Palembang, Indonesia from August 18 to September 2. The Asian Games is a multi-sport event held every four years, and is the second largest multi-sport event after the Olympics. This year, esports will be included as a demonstration event for the first time in the history of the Asian Games.
Esports at the 2018 Asian Games
Esports will be featured as a demonstration event at the 2018 Asian Games, with six titles being showcased: League of Legends, Pro Evolution Soccer 2018, Clash Royale, Arena of Valor, Starcraft II, and Hearthstone. Each title will have its own competition with a total of 18 medals up for grabs.
At a Glance Schedule of Esports Events
| Date | Time | Title | Competition Format | Medal Events |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 26-29 | 10:00-18:00 | Pro Evolution Soccer 2018 | Individual, Single Elimination | 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze |
| August 25-29 | 10:00-18:00 | League of Legends | Team of 5, Round Robin + Single Elimination | 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze |
| August 26-29 | 10:00-18:00 | Clash Royale | Individual, Round Robin + Single Elimination | 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze |
| August 26-29 | 10:00-18:00 | Arena of Valor | Team of 5, Round Robin + Single Elimination | 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze |
| August 25-28 | 10:00-18:00 | Starcraft II | Individual, Single Elimination | 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze |
| August 29-31 | 10:00-18:00 | Hearthstone | Individual, Round Robin + Single Elimination | 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze |
Conclusion
The inclusion of esports as a demonstration event at the 2018 Asian Games is a significant milestone for the industry and highlights the growing recognition of esports as a legitimate form of sport. With six titles being showcased, esports fans around the world will be eagerly watching to see who will come out on top and take home the gold medals.