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ESPORTS & GAMING
“IN THIS INDUSTRY, IT’S NOT ABOUT SURVIVING, IT’S ABOUT BEING THE BEST YOU CAN BE”
Fortunately, PGL had previously hosted tournaments in Singapore, teaming up with regular event partner Eliphant. Created as an organisation to boost gaming and events in Southeast Asia, Eliphant is a major marketer and producer of the region’s game-related events, productions and tournaments. “Being an offline event, we did most things just as we would have before,” says Stroie. “Still, there were some situations where we had to adapt, because human resources were pretty limited. We had to comply with safety rules, but it was a big success and a great experience.” PGL had to rethink how to deliver a balance of entertainment formats through high-production video, encompassing gameplay, player cams and shoutcasters. The company’s return to in-venue production for the Singapore Major 2021 marked a new, more complex production scheme, including streaming content for viewers and players, as well as inside the venue. This combination of broadcast, livestream and big- screen delivery will be rolled out for a variety of online, offline and hybrid
events this year, as sheltering and social distancing restrictions relax. To support its global gaming events schedule, PGL invested in four, identical custom flyaway kits, built around Blackmagic Design’s Ursa Mini Pro 4.6K G2 cameras and Atem Constellation 8K. They form the foundation for PGL’s live productions, with bespoke playout and graphics packages. Each kit allows for SDI and fibre connectivity, with cameras controlled from the production gallery through an Atem Camera Control panel. Live content is captured in 4K at 59.94fps, so all feeds are consistent and broadcast-grade quality. “In this industry, it’s not about surviving, it’s about being the best you can be. We have to innovate all the time. Esports enthusiasts are passionate. Between tournaments, we are brainstorming to find new ways to present a game.” And what are the results of these innovation brainstorms? “We have a lot of ideas, but are keeping thembehind closed doors. We invite everyone to watch our broadcasts. There will be new and exciting things to see each time.”
The final countdown : During the Grand Final between Evil Geniuses and Invictus Gaming,
over 600,000 viewers were recorded
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