E-Sports

/ˈiːˌspɔrts/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Organized competitive video gaming events often governed by rules, contracts, and intellectual property considerations.
    The contract specified the players' obligations during the e-sports tournament.

Forms

  • e-sports
  • e-sport

Commentary

Legal issues in e-sports commonly involve contracts, intellectual property rights, and regulatory compliance distinct from traditional sports law.

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