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Dec 10

Global Esports Federation welcomes 2025 – Year of Development

GEF Board and General Assembly spotlight 2024’s innovations, unveil global opportunities, paving the way for the future.

Sep 25

Global Esports Federation strengthens commitment to a sustainable digital future for all at SDG Digital Summit 2024

Initiatives focused on digital skills development, increasing inclusion, connectivity, and empowering youth – key to advancing #GlobalGoals

Jul 25

Global Esports Federation convenes Global Impact Partners at UNESCO “Change the Game” Sport Conference

Major organizations commit multi-year pledge to drive progress to #GlobalGoals and enable social impact through esports

Jul 24

Global Esports Federation unveils Global Social Impact Initiative at UNESCO “Change the Game” Sport Conference in Paris

Global Social Impact Initiative rallies #worldconnected community and the power of esports for United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

Jun 20

Global Esports Federation marks World Refugee Day

Honoring resilience and enabling connections through the power of esports

Jun 18

Global Esports Federation joins forces with International World Games Association to feature esports at The World Games 2025

Landmark collaboration showcases esports at The World Games Chengdu 2025.

May 27

Global Esports Federation announces Peru to host Global Esports Games 2025

Lima confirmed to host flagship Global Esports Games and annual Global Esports Tour.

Apr 25

Historic audience launches the Global Esports Tour into a new era

More than 6 million fans witness the start of the 2024 season in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Apr 25

Global Esports Federation and Asociación Deportiva Peruana de Esports forge partnership to propel esports development in Peru

Strategic Framework Agreement signifies bold step towards realizing full potential of esports as force for good in Peru and beyond

Apr 24

paiN Gaming crowned Global Esports Tour Champions in Rio de Janeiro

The Brazilian team outlasted the world-class international competition to win the GET Trophy

Apr 20

Global Esports Tour in Rio de Janeiro sets up final showdowns

A day full of intense matches brings the GET closer to its thrilling conclusion

Apr 19

2024 Global Esports Tour opens in Rio de Janeiro with record-breaking viewership

More fans watching live and on global streams than ever before

Apr 17

Stage set for unprecedented Counter-Strike 2 action at Global Esports Tour in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Watch and follow the exciting competition LIVE from April 18-21

Apr 15

Global Esports Federation appoints Portfolio Management Companies for key global markets

NODWIN Gaming and Cinematic expand reach for key regions.

Mar 27

Global Esports Tour kicks off with Counter-Strike 2 at GET24 Rio de Janeiro

Pro-series esports tournament unites world’s best in competitive gaming.

Jan 24

Esports Leadership Group guides collaboration and charts course for the future

GEF and IESF agree to collaborate on key initiatives for expansive growth.

Jan 19

MGM Alternative and the Global Esports Federation ink deal to create content surrounding the Global Esports Games, esports athletes, and gaming lifestyle

New linear and streaming content to be developed, as well as live events.

Jan 11

Global Esports Federation announces Executive appointments

Senior Executive Team to drive innovation and growth.

Dec 31, 2023

Global Esports Federation's GEF 5.0 Initiative focuses on wide-scale innovation

In an era where virtual worlds captivate billions, the GEF has emerged as a lighthouse of innovation and resilience in esports.

Dec 18, 2023

Global Esports Federation and International Esports Federation signed agreement, enters new phase

GEF and IESF have committed to driving advancement and delivering new opportunities through joint development projects.

Dec 17, 2023

Riyadh 2023 Global Esports Games triumphs in a unifying spectacle of talent & #worldconnected spirit

GEF CEO Paul J. Foster commends athletes for historic success, setting the stage for a thrilling future in esports.

Dec 14, 2023

Riyadh 2023 Global Esports Games crowned first medals

Dominican Republic's Street Fighter pro overcomes travel ordeal to clinch victory, mentored by Capcom Cup Champion MenaRD.

Dec 13, 2023

Global Esports Federation unveils #worldconnected power of Riyadh 2023 Global Esports Games

#GEG23 marks a historic convergence of tradition and innovation.

Dec 11, 2023

Global Esports Federation #worldconnected community arrives for Riyadh 2023 Global Esports Games

A global celebration of competition, innovation, and community at #GEG23.

Dec 9, 2023

Global Esports Federation celebrates Monik Correa Bisoni's historic triumph at Panam Sports Awards

GEF Champions Circle alum secures Best Esports Athlete Award 2023, showcasing inclusivity and talent on the global stage.

Dec 5, 2023

Global Esports Federation joins UNESCO Chair on Governance & Social Responsibility

Enhancing the quality of governance practices within the industry and social responsibility The Global Esports Federation is honored by...

Nov 28, 2023

Global Esports Federation reveals Season 4 of Global Esports Tour from Rio de Janeiro

Top Counter-Strike 2 teams compete for $200,000 prize bank at GET Rio

Nov 5, 2023

Pan American Esports Championships concludes with historic moments in Santiago, Chile

Over 40K enthusiastic fans gathered to celebrate the triumphs in eFootball and Dota 2 at Panam Esports Championships

Nov 4, 2023

Legacy Now: A #worldconnected Partnership Success

Record-breaking inaugural Pan American Esports Championships at Santiago 2023 Pan American Games

Nov 4, 2023

Global Esports elevates health and inclusivity at Panam Esports Championships with Fit for Life Day

Presenting esports' transformative power, uniting inclusive communities

Nov 1, 2023

Inaugural Pan American Esports Championships unites worlds

Momentous partnership between GEF and Panam Sports marks historic integration of esports at the Santiago 2023, 30k fans visit GEFestival

Oct 26, 2023

Esports history made: Pan American Esports Championships arrives at Santiago 2023 Pan American Games

Sport and esports unite the continent in Santiago, Chile.

Oct 23, 2023

Global Esports Federation champions ‘Fit for Life Day’ to promote health and inclusion

GEF showcases the transformative opportunities of esports, for health, wellness and mental health, and equality at #PEC23

Oct 11, 2023

Global Esports Federation and Saudi Esports Federation unveil Riyadh 2023 Global Esports Games

The GEF flagship multi-title esports tournament is set to thrill with titles – Dota 2, eFootball 2023, PUBG Mobile, and Street Fighter 6

Oct 9, 2023

Global Esports Federation joins UN SDG Digital Advisory Group

GEF commits to empowering youth for real-world impact

Sep 19, 2023

Global Esports at UN 78th General Assembly, NY & 10th Commonwealth Youth Ministers' Meeting, London

Global Esports Federation champions youth empowerment, innovation, and opportunities for #worldconnected community

Sep 12, 2023

Global Esports Federation heads to the United Nations General Assembly in New York

Together with our Global Partner, Refract Technologies, we are accelerating the actions for the UN SDGs at SDG Digital

Sep 3, 2023

Global Esports Federation and Qatar Esports Federation sign 10-year Strategic Framework Agreement

Partnership signals Qatar's long-term commitment to esports development

Aug 29, 2023

Global Esports Federation signs Strategic Framework Agreement with Azerbaijan Esports Federation

Agreement unites efforts to cultivate esports excellence in Azerbaijan and beyond

Aug 28, 2023

Epic clash of titans at Global Esports Tour crowns champions in KONAMI’s eFootball 2023

FC Barcelona’s AlexAlguacil_8 and The Palma triumph at GET Riyadh 2023.

Aug 24, 2023

Global Esports Tour 2023 returns to Riyadh, featuring KONAMI’s eFootball 2023

Pro-footballers from Manchester United and FC Barcelona join elite eFootball athletes to win $50K prize pool

Jul 6, 2023

Global Esports Federation establishes Europe Esports Development Federation

EEDF builds on the success of the recent European Games Esports Championships, drives sustainable growth in European esports communities

Jul 3, 2023

“It’s way more exciting representing your country”

Inaugural European Games Esports Championships supercharge esports.

Jul 1, 2023

“Katowice sends a message to the world”, President Duda declares inaugural #EGE23 open

Global Esports Federation and European Olympic Committees mark a major milestone for esports with European Games Esports Championships.

Jun 15, 2023

Global Esports Federation expands reach with Oceania Esports Development Federation

Esports Development Federations lead and support development, education, and growth of esports community across continents

May 24, 2023

Chile's National Stadium to host historic Pan American Esports Championships at Santiago 2023

eFootball™ 2023 and DOTA 2 unite the best esports athletes across the continent at National Stadium Sports Park

May 19, 2023

Esports Championships amplifies the excitement of highly anticipated European Games in Poland

The inaugural #EGE23 welcomes esports athletes from across Europe to compete in eFootball™ 2023 and Rocket League

May 2, 2023

From community to pro to Global Esports Federation

Eric Brinkley joins Global Esports Federation as Director of Programs and Content

Apr 15, 2023

GEF joins Panam Sports at Santiago 2023 Pan American Games Chefs de Mission Seminar

Sport and esports unite in Chile’s capital for the upcoming Panam Games and Panam Esports Championships

Apr 14, 2023

Global Esports Tour expands to Brazil through 2025

The Global Esports Tour heads to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 seasons, starting this summer.