Modes of Esports Engagement in Overwatch

The book "Modes of Esports Engagement in Overwatch" offers a comprehensive analysis of the rapidly evolving phenomenon of esports, focusing on the popular game Overwatch by Blizzard Entertainment. With over 40 million players and an international championship, as well as a professional league featuring teams from various countries, the work highlights the cultural, social, and economic aspects of esports. The editors have written an introduction, followed by 15 unique chapters contributed by scholars in the field of gaming cultures and esports, bringing in various perspectives and research methods. The thematic structure of the book, divided into sections on "Players," "Diverse Audiences?" and "Fan and Fiction Work," provides a broad overview of engagement in esports and uncovers intercultural and transmedia relationships that have not been addressed in previous collections.