Growing Grassroots Smash Esports
Super Smash Bros. as a franchise is one of the oldest surviving titles in the esports space, but the competitive scene has long enjoyed a complicated relationship with publishers Nintendo. We look at the unique challenges facing the scene, and how Smash continues to grow without their Japanese owners’ support.
About IGEC:
The Inven Global Esports Conference (IGEC) has returned for the 5th year as a virtual networking and gaming fan event. Our community of esports professionals joined us for two days of panels, networking, and special developer events.
Speakers Present:
L4st, Team Liquid
Hunter Leigh, Golden State Warriors / Golden Guardians
Michael Choi, FlyQuest
Colin Bashor, Beastcoast