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League of Legends Worlds 2023 shatters viewership record, becoming the most-watched esports event in history

Record-breaking Viewership for League of Legends Worlds 2023

League of Legends has achieved new heights with the worlds 2023 broadcast on Twitch. The tournament reached a peak viewership of 6.4 million concurrent viewers, making it the most-watched esports tournament of all time according to Esports Charts.

Not only did Worlds 2023 break the record for the highest viewership of an esports tournament, but three separate broadcasts (Korean, English, and Vietnamese) also broke records during the first match of the finals.

Compared to other popular esports tournaments, such as CS:GO Major and Call of Duty League Championship, the viewership numbers for League of Legends Worlds 2023 were significantly higher.

This accomplishment demonstrates the strength of Worlds 2023 as an esports event and the enduring popularity of League of Legends as a video game. With numbers like these, it’s clear why League of Legends remains at the top of the esports industry.

T1’s victory in the tournament solidified their place as world champions and reaffirmed League of Legends’ position as the king of esports. Will any other game ever manage to surpass its popularity? Only time will tell.

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