Gaming and eSports have developed from niche entertainment to a global revenue powerhouse. This panel gathers pro gamers and e-athletes like the FOKUS Clan, game development experts, and corporate representatives to shed light on these highly dynamic industries. What is eSports, and what isn’t? What is the status quo of the industry and what post-pandemic roadmap can we look forward to in terms of automotive and sports? Why should we take gaming seriously? A panel discussion with Mohammed “MoAuba“ Harkous, Current FIFA world champion, Danny “Proownez” Liepolt, Esports athlete & famous Content Creator, Heiko Egert, Secretary of Audi Sponsorship Forum, as well as Dr. Johanna Pirker, Researcher & Lecturer on Game Design and Development, VR, AI, and Data Science.