On December 28, 2023, the Demacia Cup competition was in full swing. But the performance of one of the players caused an uproar - the gesture. As a former pro, his performance in the game was a surprise. was suppressed by the jungler and mid lane players, and even the hanbok diamond couldn't be beaten, which caused The shy to ridicule in the live broadcast: "With gesture participation, what kind of game is this?" Although the fans of the gesture expressed their heartbreak, they also recognized the effect of the show after the gesture transformed into an entertainment player. The incident quickly attracted international media attention and controversy.
In the game, the posture was the focus for a while, but it was because of his poor performance that attracted criticism from everyone. Most viewers thought that his performance lacked the level of a professional player, and even the Hanbok Diamond could not beat. In such a situation, The shy's ridicule is undoubtedly a kind of sarcasm and ridicule. However, fans of the gesture saw his performance as a pursuit of entertainment rather than a victory in a professional game. This differing set of values has sparked controversy in the international media.
Behind this incident, it also reflects a general trend in the gaming industry: the divide between professional players and entertainment players. On the one hand, professional players are looking for the ultimate in game skills and victory, while recreational players are more interested in making games fun and entertaining. Under such a trend, Gesture chose to transform into an entertainment player, which is why he has gained such high popularity in live broadcasts. However, his performance was criticized by professional players and some fans, who believed that his performance affected the fairness of the entire competition.
Although the gesture caused controversy among the international media and fans, it also made us think about the future direction of the gaming industry. As an entertainment activity, the appeal of gaming lies not only in its technical content, but also in the fun and social experience it can bring. There may be differences between pros and recreational players, but that doesn't mean they don't intersect. Conversely, pro players can also increase their popularity and follower count by participating in recreational activities. And recreational players can also improve themselves by learning the gaming skills of Xi professional players.
In short, although the performance of the gesture has sparked controversy, it has also made us aware of the diversity and direction of the game industry. In the future, there may still be differences between professional players and entertainment players, but the mutual learning and communication between them will make the entire industry more diverse and prosperous.