The Việt Nam Recreational and Electronic Sports Association (VIRESA) has officially launched a new program that will introduce esports to the disability community in Ho Chi Minh City.
Aiming to diversify the sports available to people with disabilities and to create new opportunities for participation, VIRESA has introduced a selection of esports titles. These include EA FC Online, League of Legends, and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, which are popular at regional sports competitions such as the SEA Games and Asian Games and major domestic and international tournaments.
The initiative's goal is to develop the esports movement among disabled athletes and to identify talented players who could join the national team. This preparation is in anticipation of the 2026 ASEAN Paragames in Thailand, where VIRESA hopes to excel in the new esports category.
Accessible Esports Tournaments
VIRESA Provides Opportunities to Disabled Gamers Looking to Compete
Trend Themes
1. Inclusive Gaming - Introducing esports to the disability community fosters greater inclusivity in the gaming world.
2. Adaptive Esports Technologies - Developing specialized gaming equipment and interfaces supports disabled gamers' participation in competitive events.
3. Paralympic Esports - Incorporating esports into events like the ASEAN Paragames highlights the potential for virtual sports in international competitions.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming Hardware - Innovations in adaptive controllers and accessible gaming setups can drive growth in the gaming hardware market.
2. Esports Organizations - Esports leagues and organizations can expand their reach by creating programs and tournaments for disabled athletes.
3. Assistive Technology - The integration of assistive technologies into gaming platforms can revolutionize how disabled individuals interact with digital environments.