Olympic Esports Games Delayed: IOC Hints at 2027 Launch After Talks Stall
Olympic Esports Games: Will They Happen in 2025, or Has the Delay Been Confirmed?
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the National Olympic Committee of Saudi Arabia joined forces to bring the first-ever Olympic Esports Games to the world in 2025. This groundbreaking collaboration aimed to revolutionize the esports industry by providing a new platform for professional gamers to compete at the highest level. However, it seems that the original timeline may have been overly optimistic.
A Delay in the Making?
According to a report by SportBusiness, the Olympic Esports Games may be delayed, with a new potential date of 2027. But why is this the case? Well, it appears that the organizers require more time to establish a new hosting and financing model, and game publishers are concerned about the "tight timeline."
What’s Missing from the Plan So Far?
We’re still waiting for crucial details, including game titles, dates, venues, and qualification processes. The Olympic Esports Games webpage, which is meant to provide answers, remains vague on these aspects. We can only speculate at this point, but it looks like the wheels are still turning in the background.
The IOC’s Response: "The important thing is to create a new hosting model…’
The IOC has declined to comment on the reported delay, instead emphasizing the importance of creating a new hosting model that differs from traditional Olympic Games hosting models. They’re focusing on developing a roadmap for the event, which involves raising awareness, promoting the Games, and engaging participants.
What’s Next?
While the Olympic Esports Games webpage still lists 2025 as the tentative date, it’s hard to shake off the feeling that the delay might be confirmed. We’ll keep a close eye on developments and let you know if and when the delay is officially confirmed.
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