A Potential Shift in the Vietnamese Esports Landscape
Recently, Vietnamese television broadcaster VTVCab and On Live announced that they will start airing Esports competitions on their platforms. Specifically, three games will be featured: League of Legends, Mobile Legends, and VALORANT. This could be seen as a significant development for the Vietnamese Esports community, especially for fans of League of Legends.
Considering the implications, this announcement could represent a pivotal change in the Vietnamese Esports scene. As previously noted, many analysts have expressed concerns about the attractiveness of the VCS (Vietnam Championship Series) as it may only feature less popular teams or those that have lost their former glory. Meanwhile, top teams are currently focusing on the LCP (League of Legends Championship Series) 2025. In fact, it was once noted that League of Legends in Vietnam has lost its charm as the audience has shifted their attention away from the prominent teams.
While Mobile Legends and VALORANT may still retain some appeal, League of Legends raises more concerns. Especially in 2024, when the championship is expected to reveal a major downturn in the Vietnamese Esports scene. However, the fact that the game is included in VTVCab’s streaming list could be seen as good news for VCS fans and the Esports community at large.
For the VCS specifically, the championship will continue to attract attention. Furthermore, the appearance of these games on mainstream broadcasting channels will contribute to increasing visibility. This will help raise public awareness about Esports, enhancing its positive perceptions in the realm of traditional sports.
An important point to note is that Esports has been receiving more recognition in Vietnam despite often facing negative reactions when “professional gaming” is mentioned. VTVCab’s involvement in broadcasting Esports tournaments is viewed as an acknowledgment of Esports, especially after its prominence at the SEA Games and other traditional sports events.
Moreover, in 2026, League of Legends will still be part of the games competing at the Asian Games in Japan. This could be seen as a significant step in preparing infrastructure and operational standards for upcoming tournaments that may serve as a catalyst for future growth.
The Growing Esports Community and League of Legends’ Role
With League of Legends and other Esports titles potentially being streamed on VTVCab’s official channels, many fans are undoubtedly excited, particularly within the VCS community. Ultimately, at least for the present, League of Legends in Vietnam is unlikely to face a dire situation, particularly as the top teams and their fanbases continue to rally.
In conclusion, with Esports receiving more attention, there may be new factors that could help teams compete more comfortably, without the added stress of surrounding issues or any reasons that cause “shocks” like those previously faced by League of Legends in Vietnam in 2024.
