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24-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Shanghai to Host Historic Esports Spectacle as Hero Esports ACL Grand Finals Venues Revealed
Asia's Premier Multi-Game Championship Unites Nine Esports Titles Across Three Iconic Shanghai Venues This May SHANGHAI, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League (ACL), Asia's most prestigious multi-title esports tournament organized by Hero Esports, an industry leader and the largest esports company in Asia, has announced its championship venues for the ACL Grand Finals 2025 taking place May 16-18 in Shanghai. The landmark event will transform three of the city's most iconic venues into battlegrounds for nine premier esports titles, cementing Shanghai's status as the global esports capital. The tournament is expected to attract 80,000+ live attendees across three venues, with global broadcasts reaching millions via Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok. Participating teams will be competing for a total prize pool of $2 million. Selected ACL winners will earn direct entry to the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia—the largest esports event in history due to take place from July to August. Venue and Event Lineup 1. SPD Bank Oriental Sports Center (Esports Coliseum) - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X CS2 - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X HOK - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X League of Legends Legend Cup S32. JING'AN SPORTS CENTER (Tactical Esports Arena) - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X Valorant Champions Tour - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X CrossFire3. National Exhibition and Convention Center (Global Gaming Festival Hub) - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X DOTA2 - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X Street Fighter 6 - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X Teamfight Tactics - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X Delta Force Event HighlightsDreamHack's China Debut: The world's largest gaming festival joins forces with ACL, delivering an unprecedented fusion of esports, music (electronic/rap), and interactive gaming culture to Glory: Top performers will secure direct qualification to the 2025 Esports World Cup (EWC) in Riyadh – esports' richest tournament with historic prize Defining Moment: Over 80,000+ live attendees expected across three venues, with global broadcasts reaching millions via Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok. Executive Insights "Shanghai's selection as our host city reflects its unmatched esports infrastructure and passionate community," said Jonny Wang, ACL CEO. "By combining elite competition with DreamHack's festival energy, we're creating a new blueprint for global esports events." "This is Hero Esports' most ambitious project to date," added Danny Tang, Co-Founder & CEO of Hero Esports. "The ACL bridges Asian talents with the world stage while delivering unforgettable fan experiences through cutting-edge production." About the HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League The HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League (ACL) is currently the premier and largest international multi-title esports event in Asia. Hosted by leading esports company Hero Esports, the tournament boasts a total prize pool of $2 million. This year, the inaugural ACL features nine premier esports titles, including Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, Honor of Kings, Street Fighter 6, League of Legends Legend Cup S3, Teamfight Tactics, VALORANT Champions Tour, Delta Force and CrossFire. The ACL Grand Finals 2025 (May 16–18, Shanghai) will partner with DreamHack, uniting elite players, gaming tech, and fans. Selected ACL winners will earn direct entry to the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia—the largest esports event in history. For more info, please check ACL official website: About Hero Esports Founded in 2016, Hero Esports is the biggest esports company in Asia, producing more than 7,000 matches every year that captivate an online fan base of over 800 million. With a global presence encompassing 12 office locations and eight top-tier esports arenas, Hero Esports offers a comprehensive suite of esports services, including tournament organization, marketing solutions, community development, and more. As a private company, Hero Esports counts Savvy Games Group and Tencent, among others, as investors, with Kuaishou and Huya as strategic partners. Headquartered in Shanghai and employing more than 1,100 employees, Hero Esports is a fully integrated operator of esports tournaments and creator of esports content with global reach. The company has helped produce many prestigious tournaments including the Olympic Esports Week, the Esports World Cup as well as the esports series featured at both the Jakarta Asian Games 2018 and the Hangzhou Asian Games 2023. Hero Esports also worked with the world's top-tier game publishers such as Tencent and Krafton in organizing popular esports leagues such as the Honor of Kings' KPL series and PUBG's PGC series, among many others. In 2024, Hero Esports launched Esports Asian Champions League (ACL), Asia's premier international, multi-title esports tournament. Hero Esports is a member of the Esports Integrity Commission (ESIC). View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Hero Esports Sign in to access your portfolio
South China Morning Post
20-04-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Tencent-backed Hero Esports leverages AI in bid to become global leader
Hero Esports, a Chinese esports powerhouse backed by Tencent Holdings and Saudi Arabian video-gaming giant Savvy Games Group, is betting big on artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline operations and become a global leader industry, the CEO said in an interview. Advertisement 'We are pilot-testing several AI models, including DeepSeek , in all aspects of the business,' said Danny Tang, co-founder and CEO of Hero Esports. The company is also adapting a local version of DeepSeek to analyse patents and historical contracts to identify areas that might 'require more attention', she said. The company's adoption of AI ties into China's efforts to dominate the global video-gaming arena. Over the past couple of decades, the sector has transformed into a cultural and economic juggernaut. Hero Esports co-founder and CEO Danny Tang. Photo: Handout Tang said one goal of AI adoption is to free up time for the team of around 1,200 to focus on more creative work. Hero Esports has developed its own AI toolkit to streamline various production workflows such as setting timelines, automating camera work and creating highlight reels. Advertisement
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Sport
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HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League CS2 Tournament Kicks Off in Yancheng Today as Top Teams Battle for Spot in Shanghai Grand Finals
YANCHENG, China, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League (ACL) CS2 Tournament enters its next thrilling phase today as eight rising teams advance to the Open Qualifier (China) Rookie Advanced Stage in Yancheng, China. After intense competition across 32 Chinese cities, the remaining squads—Change The Game, Exusiai, FiveHandsomeGuys, Gateron, PA BEER, Reverse Sweep Gaming, DK ESPORT, and TEAM XDM—will vie for a chance to join elite Asian rivals in the quest for a $300,000 prize pool and a ticket to the ACL Grand Finals 2025 in Shanghai. Tournament Overview: High-Stakes Stages Ahead From April 10 to May 11, the Yancheng International Convention & Exhibition Center will host three critical stages of the ACL x CS2 Tournament, combining grassroots talent with top-tier Asian teams. The event will welcome thousands of live spectators and broadcast globally on ACL official account on Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok. Key Stages & Format Open Qualifier (China) Rookie Advanced (April 10–13):Eight teams face off in a double-elimination bracket (BO1/BO3), with five advancing to the Closed Qualifier (Asia). Closed Qualifier (Asia) (April 17–27):The five qualifiers join 11 invited teams, including RA (China's sole representative at the Shanghai Major 2024) and Asia's top-ranked squads (CS2 Asia rankings 5–16). Sixteen teams compete in double-elimination groups (BO1/BO3), with four advancing. Playoffs (May 6–11):Four qualifiers clash with invited powerhouses—TYLOO and LVG (China), FlyQuest (Australia), and The Huns (Mongolia)—in BO3 matches. Only two teams will secure a spot in the ACL Grand Finals 2025 on May 16 in Shanghai. Star Commentary & Global Appeal The English broadcast will feature top-tier talent, including Veracity, TeaTime, YouM3, and Ne0kai, offering expert analysis for international audiences. Jonny Wang, CEO of ACL, said: "With the participation of internationally renowned CS2 teams, the competition of the ACL x CS2 Tournament is sure to intensify in the following stages. The anticipation is palpable as we await to see which teams will secure their places in the ACL Grand Finals 2025." Danny Tang, Co-Founder and CEO of Hero Esports, remarked: " ACL bridges grassroots talent and established esports dynasties. This is where future stars are born—and where legends solidify their legacy." It's also worth mentioning that the Champion of the ACL x CS2 Tournament will also gain direct entry to the Esports World Cup 2025, which stands as the world's largest esports competition, boasting the largest prize pool in esports history which exceeds $60 million in 2024. About the HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League The HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League (ACL) is currently the premier and largest international multi-title esports event in Asia. Hosted by leading esports company Hero Esports, the tournament boasts a total prize pool of $2 million. This year, the inaugural ACL features nine premier esports titles, including Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, Honor of Kings, Street Fighter 6, The Legend Cup of League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics, VALORANT Champions Tour, Delta Force and Crossfire. The ACL Grand Finals 2025 (May 16–18, Shanghai) will partner with DreamHack, uniting elite players, gaming tech, and fans. Selected ACL winners will earn direct entry to the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia—the largest esports event in history. For more info, please check ACL official website: For media inquiries, please contact:ACL PR Team | aclpr@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Hero Esports Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
18-02-2025
- Entertainment
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Gaming and esports sector is key for future employment and innovation globally, says Hero Esports CEO
SHANGHAI, Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Hero Esports, the largest esports company in Asia, was proud to be in attendance at this year's LEAP Conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Danny Tang, Co-Founder and CEO of Hero Esports, joined fellow panellists including HRH Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan, Chairman of the Saudi Esports Federation, to discuss the transformative power of gaming and esports globally. Danny also explored how esports aligns with the Saudi Vision 2030, which is further supported by the recently announced 2027 Olympic Esports Games in Riyadh. Hero Esports has previously organized large-scale tournaments in the Middle East including, but not limited to, the first Dubai Esports Festival in 2022 and the 2022 PUBG Global Championship. The company was also a core partner to the inaugural Esports World Cup last year. Elsewhere, Hero Esports has kicked off the inaugural Asian Champions League, Asia's premier multi-title esports tournament, this month which will have a total prize pool of US$2 million and provide teams from across Asia with the chance to qualify for this year's Esports World Cup in Riyadh. On the importance of gaming and esports as key social and economic drivers globally, Danny Tang commented: "The gaming industry has become one of the pillar markets in the internet industry and, in doing so, has become quite lucrative. The business model is also one of the best when it comes to monetization. "Free-to-play models with in-game purchases drive long-term engagement, pushing developers to create compelling stories and experiences that retain their communities. This, in turn, fosters an environment where young talent is eager to enter the industry, making gaming and esports a key sector for future employment and innovation." On the potential for esports to become a mainstream cultural force in Saudi Arabia, Danny said: "With what we've seen in Asia, and what we're seeing here with Saudi Arabia—its young population, its high percentage of gamers, and notably, the high percentage of female gamers—we recognise a strong foundation for gaming and esports to become part of mainstream pop culture. "Esports is no longer a niche—it is a global phenomenon with a vibrant and diverse ecosystem, including game developers, tournament organisers, content creators, and professional teams. We've witnessed firsthand how investment and support from various city-level governments can accelerate this transformation, opening up new career paths and opportunities. "Saudi Arabia's commitment to gaming and esports through Vision 2030 is an example of how the industry can unite the world, both physically and through shared virtual experiences. "At Hero Esports, we look forward to supporting Saudi Arabia's esports journey and creating even more meaningful, connected experiences for gamers and fans worldwide." About Danny Tang Danny Tang is the Co-Founder and CEO of Hero Esports. She formerly held the role of Hero Esports' CFO and Head of Global Strategy Office. Danny plays a pivotal role in shaping the strategic vision of the company, guiding its growth across multiple markets. Before joining Hero Esports, Danny worked at the US and China offices of Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. from 2007 to 2010 and served as Vice President at China Development Bank Capital between 2010 and 2014. She holds a BA in Economics & Mathematics from Bryn Mawr College and a Master of Science in Management from Stanford University. In 2022, Danny was recognised as one of the Top 100 Asian-Pacific Women-Powered Leaders by J.P. Morgan and Ernst & Young. In 2024, she was inducted into the Esports Hall of Fame by the renowned esports media outlet Esports Insider. About Hero Esports Founded in 2016, Hero Esports is the biggest esports company in Asia, producing more than 7,000 matches every year that captivate an online fan base of over 800 million. With a global presence encompassing 12 office locations and eight top-tier esports arenas, Hero Esports offers a comprehensive suite of esports services, including tournament organization, marketing solutions, community development, and more. As a private company, Hero Esports counts Savvy Games Group and Tencent, among others, as investors, with Kuaishou and Huya as strategic partners. Headquartered in Shanghai and employing more than 1,100 employees, Hero Esports is a fully integrated operator of esports tournaments and creator of esports content with global reach. The company has helped produce many prestigious tournaments including the Olympic Esports Week, the Esports World Cup as well as the esports series featured at both the Jakarta Asian Games 2018 and the Hangzhou Asian Games 2023. Hero Esports also worked with the world's top-tier game publishers such as Tencent and Krafton in organizing popular esports leagues such as the Honor of Kings' KPL series and PUBG's PGC series, among many others. In 2024, Hero Esports launched Esports Asian Champions League (ACL), Asia's premier international, multi-title esports tournament. Hero Esports is a member of the Esports Integrity Commission (ESIC). View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Hero Esports Sign in to access your portfolio
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14-02-2025
- Sport
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HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League: Counter-Strike 2 Tournament Champions Secure Place in Esports World Cup
SHANGHAI, Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League (ACL), Asia's premier multi-title esports tournament hosted by Asia's leading esports company Hero Esports, has announced that champions of the ACL Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) Tournament will secure a spot at the Esports World Cup. ACL CS2 Tournament is the only Tier 1 event of CS2 within the Asia region and participated in the Valve Regional Standings. The total prize pool of the event amounts to $300,000, of which the champion will take home $100,000. The ACL CS2 will be an all-offline event, with the Grand Finals being hosted in Shanghai. In addition to CS2, the ACL recently announced that the champion of the ACL Honor of Kings Tournament will gain direct entry to the Esports World Cup. This follows the hugely successful 2024 KPL Grand Finals, which was co-organized by Hero Esports and Tencent's TiMi Studio Group and had a total prize pool of $9.8 million. The Esports World Cup stands as the world's largest esports competition, boasting the largest prize pool in esports history which exceeds $60 million. Direct entry to the EWC serves as a significant motivation for all the competing teams in the ACL and is testament to the continued collaboration between the ACL, Hero Esports and the Esports World Cup Foundation. Jonny Wang, CEO of the Asian Champions League, said: "We are very excited about the increasingly close relationship between the ACL and Esports World Cup, which is testament to the ACL's ability to provide a platform for some of the world's best esports teams based in Asia and enable them to excel on the global stage. We look forward to working with the Hero Esports team to organize our upcoming tournaments, as we continue to progress our shared ambition to grow both the Asian and international esports ecosystems." Danny Tang, Co-Founder and CEO of Hero Esports, said: "Hero Esports created the Asian Champions League to bridge the gap between international tournaments and regional leagues, providing a clearer pathway for talented teams to compete on the global stage. The ACL's continued collaboration with the Esports World Cup is an example of this vision becoming a reality, and it also represents Hero Esports' commitment to shaping and empowering esports globally." The ACL CS2 Tournament is structured into four distinct stages: Open Qualifiers (China), Closed Qualifiers (Asia), Playoffs and Grand Finals. The Open Qualifiers (China) are scheduled to run from February 15 to April 13, featuring the Rookie Stage and the Rookie Advanced Stage. This inclusive phase welcomes teams from all backgrounds in China to register and participate, bridging the gap between professional and aspiring players. Following this, the top four teams from the Open Qualifiers (China) will advance to the Closed Qualifiers (Asia) and compete with the direct invite teams ranked from 5th to 16th in VRS in Asia. The Closed Qualifiers (Asia) will take place from April 17 to April 27, following a format that includes a mix of BO1 and BO3 double elimination matches. The Playoffs will be held from May 6 to 11, where the top four teams from the Closed Qualifiers (Asia) will meet the direct invite teams ranked from 1st to 4th in VRS from the Asia Region. The Playoffs will follow a format of BO3 double elimination. The Grand Finals are scheduled on May 16. The two winners from each bracket in the Playoffs will compete for the championship, while the second-place teams from each bracket will compete for third place. About Hero Esports Founded in 2016, Hero Esports is the biggest esports company in Asia, producing more than 7,000 matches every year that captivate an online fan base of over 800 million. With a global presence encompassing 12 office locations and eight top-tier esports arenas, Hero Esports offers a comprehensive suite of esports services, including tournament organization, marketing solutions, community development, and more. As a private company, Hero Esports counts Savvy Games Group and Tencent, among others, as investors, with Kuaishou and Huya as strategic partners. Headquartered in Shanghai and employing more than 1,100 employees, Hero Esports is a fully integrated operator of esports tournaments and creator of esports content with global reach. The company has helped produce many prestigious tournaments including the Olympic Esports Week, the Esports World Cup as well as the esports series featured at both the Jakarta Asian Games 2018 and the Hangzhou Asian Games 2023. Hero Esports also worked with the world's top-tier game publishers such as Tencent and Krafton in organizing popular esports leagues such as the Honor of Kings' KPL series and PUBG's PGC series, among many others. In 2024, Hero Esports launched Esports Asian Champions League (ACL), Asia's premier international, multi-title esports tournament. Hero Esports is a member of the Esports Integrity Commission (ESIC). View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Hero Esports Sign in to access your portfolio
