As 2024 comes to a close, the eSports industry has wrapped up another thrilling year of competitive gaming. This year, Dota 2 claimed the top spot as the highest-earning eSport, with an impressive $22.68 million in prize money awarded. Following closely behind were Counter-Strike 2 with $22.67 million and Honor of Kings with $20.61 million, according to data from Esports Charts.
With the eSports calendar winding down, major tournaments are on pause, making this the perfect time to reflect on the year’s highlights. From standout players to record-breaking events, it’s clear that 2024 was a monumental year for the gaming community.
While Dota 2, Counter-Strike 2, and Honor of Kings led in prize money, an intriguing statistic emerges when looking at audience engagement. League of Legends, the most-watched eSport of the year, only ranked seventh in terms of prize pool earnings. This highlights an interesting trend: the games that generate the most viewer excitement don’t always align with the ones offering the biggest payouts.
Stay tuned as we dive deeper into eSports trends and uncover more insights about the games, teams, and players that defined 2024. Esports-news.info will show you everything you need to know.
