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Misfits Gaming Announces the Misfits Gaming VALORANT Invitational

— August 17, 2022 — Tech
Misfits Gaming Group will be hosting a new invitational tourney titled the ‘Misfits Gaming VALORANT Invitational’ which aims to showcase female and non-binary talent in esports at a competitive level. The VALORANT Invitational will feature a wide array of female and non-binary players alongside male players. The prize pool is set at $20,000 USD and the tournament will be broadcast live from the Misfits Gaming Group Twitch channel.

The VALORANT Invitational will take place from August 22-23 and will feature a series of captains from the VCT Game Changers event. With the introduction of the Invitational, Misfits Gaming is prioritizing gender diversity in esports and continuing to acknowledge that VALORANT is a growing title among female/non-binary competitors.

Image Credit: Misfits Gaming Group
Trend Themes
1. Gender-inclusive Esports - Esports organizations can create more gender-inclusive events and tournaments to showcase non-binary and female talent and increase diversity in the industry.
2. Diversification of Esports Talent - Esports teams and tournaments can prioritize diversity by inviting players from a wide array of backgrounds and identities to participate, amplifying the reach of esports globally.
3. Empowering Underrepresented Communities - Esports can be a powerful tool for empowering underrepresented communities in the gaming industry and society, promoting diversity and inclusion at all levels of competition.
Industry Implications
1. Esports - Esports organizations can lead the way in promoting diversity and inclusion within the industry by hosting gender-inclusive events and tournaments, disrupting the traditional esports culture.
2. Gaming - The gaming industry can benefit from embracing diversity and offering more opportunities for underrepresented communities to showcase their talents and participate in esports events.
3. Broadcasting - Broadcasting companies can promote gender diversity in esports by partnering with organizations that prioritize inclusion and providing more coverage for gender-inclusive tournaments and events.
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