Gaming and betting continue to develop online in Korea

By William Davis

|

Jan 19, 2022

Reading time: 2 min

Esports has taken the world by storm, and that’s more clear in Korea than anywhere else in the world. That esports craze means many opportunities for fans, including those interested in betting on esports.

Esports has a long and storied history in Korea. This history goes back to the great popularity of StarCraft: Brood War, which saw professional play before pro esports was common elsewhere in the world, eventually being broadcast on Korean television stations.

But things didn’t stop with StarCraft. Futures games such as League of Legends and Overwatch have continued to show the popularity of esports in Korea. Millions of players have enjoyed these games and fought for the top spots in the country’s highly competitive ranked ladders, with the very best players getting a shot at professional play.

Blog post image

As digital sports betting, known as 토토사이트 in Korea, has continued to establish itself worldwide, fans have found entirely new ways to interact with their favorite esports titles and to follow and support their favorite teams and players. And this is true for Korean fans as well.

That blend between esports and betting has seen increases in popularity in other digital gaming venues as well. Entire casinos have taken their offerings online, and many digital-only providers have sprung up to meet the increasing demand of interested gamers.

A rigorous vetting process protects players in Korea from risks that can be incurred when playing such games online. This process, known as 먹튀검증, is handled by Korean company 먹튀폴리스.

The safe and secure opportunity to play games online has been a real boon to players in Korea, just as sports betting regulation and proper administration has made it easier to bet on and cheer for favored teams. These are just two examples of how digitalization are continuing to affect the traditional gaming industry across the globe.

Considering that Korea has been a leader in the development of esports and online gaming, it’s no surprise that the country and its players are at the forefront of these new developments as well.

Recommended

How to sign up for Marvel Rivals early access

Here’s how to sign up for closed alpha.

By Fariha Bhatti

|

Mar 28, 2024

How long is Elden Ring?

You’re gonna be here a while. Well, unless you’re a speed runner.

By Olivia Richman

|

Mar 28, 2024

What does Prototype look like in Poppy Playtime

The biggest mystery in Poppy Playtime.

By Fariha Bhatti

|

Mar 27, 2024