More Than a Game: Delaware esports is a growing force in academics, workforce development 

The World Economic Forum estimates that the global gaming industry could be worth $321 billion by 2026. A significant part of that value lies in esports, the competitive aspect of gaming, which has individuals or teams compete professionally in organized leagues and tournaments.

In Delaware, local universities have been building facilities for esports tournaments, designing curriculum around esports skills and partnering with both government and gaming companies to pave the way for workforce development in this growing sector.

Here is a look at some of the major players in Delaware’s esports landscape.

Wilmington University

The Wilmington University (WilmU) esports program began in 2020 as a collaboration between the Office of Student Activities and the Office of Athletics, said Esport