Top Games in College Esports

Hey all! Quick question. What are some of the most popular games being played in college esports around the globe? I'd like to get a sense of the scene before I join in!

Sure, the esports scene at the collegiate level is pretty diverse and rapidly growing. Here are some top video games that are frequently played:

1. League of Legends (LoL):

This multiplayer online battle arena game by Riot Games is a fan-favorite in collegiate esports. Teams consist of five players, each controlling a ‘champion’ with unique abilities, with the objective to destroy the opposing team's Nexus.

2. Overwatch:

Overwatch is a team-based first-person shooter game developed by Blizzard Entertainment. It involves a wide array of characters, each with their own abilities, and the main aim is to work with the team to secure or defend control points, or escort a payload across the map.

3. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO):

Another team-based first-person shooter game where teams alternate between the roles of terrorists and counter-terrorists.

4. Dota 2:

A multiplayer online battle arena game similar to League of Legends but with its own unique heroes and rules.

5. Hearthstone:

This is a digital strategy card game that involves collectible cards, and combines elements of strategy and luck, which makes it very engaging.

6. Fortnite:

A rapidly growing battle royale game that involves survival tactics in addition to first-person shooting gameplay.

Bear in mind that the most popular esports games can vary from one college to another, with some preferring strategy games, other first-person shooters or card games. It would be worth checking with your specific college's esports club to see which games they compete in.