Sport Economy Local 2026-01-13T10:27:45+00:00

New International Counter-Strike 2 Tournament in Beijing

Chinese company Xinsai Esports is organizing the Zhi-Tech Elite Masters 2026 international Counter-Strike 2 tournament in Beijing. This event strengthens China's position as a global esports leader, attracting teams from Asia and Oceania.


New International Counter-Strike 2 Tournament in Beijing

Xinsai Esports, which focuses on content production and competitions, plays a role similar to how a professional team organizes and broadcasts the Spring Festival Gala nationwide, but in the field of esports," said Wang Guyue, operations director of Xinsai Esports. The firm handles everything: coordinating flights, visas, and government permits for athletes from Australia, Europe, and Mongolia. This is to meet the growing demand for competitive video games and to solidify an economic, cultural, and social impact that reaffirms China as a global powerhouse in esports. Since 2021, Xinsai Esports has worked with platforms like Douyu, Huya, Bilibili, Tencent, and NetEase. Its experience ranges from professional tournaments to program recording, audiovisual production, and events with communities and "streamers." Esports tournaments captivate millions of fans worldwide, helping to transform gaming into a thriving industry. The League of Legends World Championship, The International, the Overwatch League Grand Finals, the Fortnite World Cup Finals, and the Dota 2 Asian Championship represent the pinnacle of competitive gaming, offering intense battles, stunning plays, and unprecedented prize pools. The League of Legends case, organized by Riot Games, gathers the best teams in the world in a fierce competition that lasts several weeks every year. From intense regional qualifiers to grand climactic finals, it constantly delivers great plays, late-game comebacks, and memorable moments that resonate throughout the gaming community.

Likewise, several major cities have become access points to host these major events, thanks to state-of-the-art venues and vibrant local gaming communities. One such city is Los Angeles, California, which has hosted numerous prestigious esports tournaments. The iconic Staples Center, home to the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers, has also hosted the League of Legends World Championship Final. It's a massive venue with a captivating atmosphere and amazing production capabilities that competitors and spectators alike adore. Seoul, South Korea, has a deeply rooted connection with esports, as it is one of the cradles of professional gaming. The city has hosted countless tournaments for various games, and its vibrant esports culture is evident in the passionate actions of Seoul's gaming fans. From the legendary OGN (OnGameNet) studio, where StarCraft tournaments made history, to the Seoul World Cup Stadium, which has hosted major League of Legends events, Seoul remains a central hub for esports enthusiasts. Berlin, Germany, has also left its mark on the esports landscape, hosting events such as the League of Legends European Championship Finals and several Dota 2 competitions.

The development of this sector in China has achieved a complete ecosystem with players, producers, broadcast channels, sponsorships, and large audiences, confirmed the Noticias Argentinas agency. Every year, China hosts multiple esports competitions. This is a sign of both the industry's potential in the Chinese economy and the opportunity to put Beijing back on the map of the Chinese esports scene. Already, the Dota 2 Asian Championship, held annually in Shanghai, holds a special place in the hearts of fans and players alike. It attracts elite teams from different regions, offering top-tier competition in a vibrant and electric atmosphere. With its rich history and passionate fan base, the Dota 2 Asian Championship constantly provides high-stakes matches and epic clashes. But this time, Xinsai Esports is organizing the international Zhi-Tech Elite Masters 2026 tournament: an eight-team championship, including the best from Asia and Oceania. From this competition, the teams that will vie for a direct spot in the closed-qualifier Asian Champions League, to be held at the end of April 2026, will emerge. "We are like technology solution providers for events."