The stakes were high at the Blast Premier 2024 World Final at Resorts World Sentosa, combining competitive play with large scale fan engagement.
Esports is a booming billion-dollar global industry, where tournaments pack arenas, livestreams attract millions, and communities thrive both online and in person. To meet the sheer energy and expectations of this audience, venues need to deliver beyond the basics. With a combination of scale, technology and integrated lifestyle offerings, Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore is a powerhouse venue for competition, entertainment and community, primed for esports tournaments and gaming events on a global stage.
Accessibility meets capacity
In an industry where expectations run as high as the stakes, hosting a winning esports tournament takes more than just space and screens. What organisers need is a venue that can handle the size, scale and spectacle of esports with ease.
Resorts World Sentosa’s 6,000sqm pillarless ballroom comfortably holds up to 3,620 attendees, with options for tiered seating to house even bigger audiences. Its massive capacity within the convention centre is able to accommodate main tournaments, vendor booths, cosplay performances, and other side shows under one roof, while its 21 adaptable function rooms create endless possibilities for breakout sessions, private scrims, or even intimate meet-and-greet sessions with pro players.
Resorts World Sentosa’s 6,000sqm pillarless ballroom comfortably holds up to 1,000 attendees and is well-equipped to accommodate various gaming setups and seating arrangements.Easily accessible for players and fans, the RWS convention centre is also well-connected to the resort’s six hotels and attractions via shuttle service, with direct links to the city and the rest of Singapore’s transportation network.
Power up with top-notch technology
Designed for large-scale gaming, RWS’s tech infrastructure is at the top of the game. Ultra-high-speed internet, a 270-degree projection system and a state-of-the-art LED wall package and sound system make the entire gaming experience wholly immersive, with livestreaming support that reaches audiences far beyond the ballroom.
Ultra-high-speed internet powers fast-paced competitive games where every move counts.For organisers, rigging points and flexible setups allow branding, lighting, and staging to be customised with ease. Behind the scenes, logistical support is just as vital. Multiple smaller rooms serve as private prep areas for players, while a dedicated Green Room right outside the main hall can also be optimised for livestream production.
Case studies from the big leagues
What truly proves a venue’s capability is not just infrastructure, but successful execution. RWS has hosted high-profile tournaments that underscore its esports-ready credentials. When the Flesh and Blood TCG Pro Tour: Singapore came to RWS, organisers needed space for both a main competition and multiple side events. The team delivered with two fully equipped gaming stations, alongside areas for cosplay showcases and community-driven activities. Comfort monitors, LED walls, and DJ-ready sound setups kept the energy high, while breakout rooms catered to strategy sessions and smaller gatherings.
Staging a winning esports tournament requires capacity for multiple events and cutting-edge technology to create an immersive experience for both players and fans.For the Blast Premier 2024 World Final, RWS faced the challenge of combining top-tier competitive play with large-scale fan engagement for an electrifying live audience. RWS rose to the occasion, blending tech sophistication with flexible layouts to create a stage worthy of the esports’ global elite.
Stay, play and compete in one hub
As an integrated resort, RWS offers eight luxury hotels, a world-class convention centre, and a myriad of dining and leisure options within the resort and on Sentosa island. Organisers can liaise with the RWS team for all their needs, from hotel bookings and hospitality arrangements, to event operations and logistical requirements for a seamless planning experience.
Stay, play and compete all in one destination, with 6 hotels, a convention centre and a myriad of dining and leisure options at Resorts World Sentosa.For players, fans and their families, the thrill of the tournament extends beyond the arena with the multitude of attractions located within one convenient destination. Whether you’re heading to Universal Studios Singapore for an enthralling day of theme park rides or getting up close with mesmerising marine creatures at the new Singapore Oceanarium, the choices for exploration and entertainment are diverse at RWS.
Building the community beyond the screen
More than just competition, esports is also big on community. For many fans, the magic of esports isn’t merely in watching their favourite teams compete, but in bonding with fellow players, cosplayers, and creators. From novel dining experiences at its signature restaurants to photogenic moments around the island, RWS offers endless ways for the gaming community to connect and celebrate their wins.
The thrill of the tournament extends beyond the arena with a multitude of fun attractions for the gaming community to enjoy at RWS.Insta-worthy hotspots around RWS present a kaleidoscopic backdrop for cosplayers to capture noteworthy memories in their character costumes. Players and fans can also unwind at WEAVE, RWS’ newest lifestyle destination with a host of fresh retail and culinary concepts from around the world. Whether you’re enjoying an exciting day out with new friends at Adventure Cove Waterpark or chilling on the island’s sandy beaches and bars, there are countless ways to bring fun and engagement to the community beyond the screen.
Ready to stage your next esports victory? Explore more at www.rwsentosa.com/en/Meetings or reach out at [email protected].
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