LG Named Official Partner of Esports World Cup 2024 in Riyadh

LG Electronics (LG) has been unveiled as the official partner of the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2024, currently underway in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Formerly known as Gamers8, EWC is a prestigious international esports tournament featuring competitions across 21 of the world’s top online games, including League of Legends, Overwatch, and Fortnite.

The highlight of this year’s event is the extensive use of LG’s renowned UltraGear™ gaming monitors, marking the third consecutive year that LG UltraGear has been chosen as the exclusive monitor for EWC. The LG UltraGear OLED gaming monitor (model 32GS95UE) will prominently feature at the tournament, providing professional gamers with unparalleled visual clarity and responsiveness.

With a record-breaking prize pool, EWC 2024 promises eight weeks of intense competition involving over 1,500 professional athletes. More than 990 LG UltraGear gaming monitors will be deployed during league matches and showcased at LG’s interactive booth at the event.

LG UltraGear monitors are acclaimed for their high refresh rates, rapid response times, and stunning image quality, offering a transformative gaming experience. The 32-inch LG UltraGear OLED gaming monitor (model 32GS95UE) boasts the world’s first VESA-certified dual-mode technology, supporting UHD 240Hz and FHD 480Hz resolutions to cater to a variety of gaming preferences. Additionally, LG’s Pixel Sound technology enhances in-game audio for a more immersive gameplay environment.

YS Lee, Vice President and Head of the IT Business Unit at LG Business Solutions Company, expressed LG’s enthusiasm: “LG UltraGear’s role as the official gaming monitor brand for EWC 2024 underscores our commitment to elevating esports globally. Our monitors are designed to meet the rigorous demands of professional gaming while providing cutting-edge features that enhance gaming performance.”

Visitors to EWC 2024 can experience LG’s gaming technology firsthand at the LG booth, where they can participate in coaching sessions hosted by the LG-sponsored Gen.G Global Academy. Attendees also have the opportunity to win prizes through various gaming competitions and interactive events.

Mohammed Al Nimer, Sales Director at EWCF, emphasized the significance of LG’s partnership: “As Saudi Arabia’s premier esports festival, EWC is thrilled to collaborate with LG, a company that shares our passion for esports and gaming culture. LG’s UltraGear monitors are instrumental in delivering an exceptional gaming experience at EWC 2024.”

LG’s involvement in EWC 2024 represents a continuation of its longstanding support for esports, including sponsorship of major tournaments such as the League of Legends Champions Korea and League of Legends EMEA. Through these initiatives, LG aims to foster greater engagement within the gaming community and solidify its reputation as a leader in gaming technology.