Top 5 Esports Tournaments of 2020: League of Legends vs Free Fire

Top 5 Esports Tournaments of 2020: League of Legends vs Free Fire

2020 presented unique challenges for esports due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many tournaments transitioned to online formats, impacting international competitions. This post analyzes the top 5 esports tournaments of 2020, categorized by hours watched, peak viewers, and average viewers.

Hours Watched

League of Legends dominated, securing the top four spots (Worlds 2020, LCK Spring, LCK Summer, and LEC Summer). Worlds 2020 led with a significant number of hours watched. PUBG Mobile’s World League East was the only mobile game in this category.

Peak Viewers

League of Legends Worlds 2020 also topped peak viewership. However, mobile games claimed the remaining spots. The Free Fire Continental Series (Asia and Americas) secured second and third place, showcasing the Indian Free Fire community’s significant contribution.

Average Viewers

League of Legends Worlds 2020 again dominated, achieving the highest average viewership. Free Fire’s Continental Series (Asia and Americas) followed closely, highlighting Free Fire’s global popularity as a leading mobile esport.

Free Fire and League of Legends clearly dominated the 2020 esports scene, showcasing the enduring appeal of these titles.

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