China's esports scene is rewriting the rules of digital competition in 2025, smashing records and setting new global standards. The recent King Pro League Grand Finals in Beijing made history with 62,196 live spectators – the largest crowd ever for a single esports event 🌐. Tickets vanished faster than a pro gamer's quick-scope, selling out in just 12 seconds!
Saudi Esports Federation Chairman Prince Faisal bin Bandar Al Saud witnessed the electric atmosphere firsthand, calling it "insane" during his Beijing visit. The numbers back up the hype: China's esports revenue hit 29.3 billion yuan ($4.2B) this year, with 142 professional tournaments lighting up screens worldwide 🚀.
Mobile giants like Honor of Kings and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang are becoming cultural ambassadors, connecting 495 million Chinese gamers with global fans. CGTN's "Esports Scene" account mirrors this growth, gaining 60K followers and 11M+ views in just two months – proving esports isn't just playing games, it's changing the game 💥.
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China makes a difference in global esports market growth in 2025
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