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How Gen Z Puts Esports Centre Stage in UK Entertainment As video gaming transforms the entertainment industry—from stage to screen to stream—Gen Z is leading the way, seeing esports as more than just a hobby. For them, it’s a passion, a profession and a career path. In partnership with British Esports and Ukie, we surveyed UK Gen Zers interested in the creative and entertainment industries and discovered: Over 40% are exploring video game-related fields 22% are drawn to esports careers 75% want esports integrated into school curricula To ensure esports grows sustainably in the UK, we must prioritise building partnerships, developing talent and raising awareness of career opportunities. Together, we can unlock the full potential of this exciting sector. 🎥 Watch our video to learn more! Special thanks to Stephane Decroix Vice President Tencent Games, Tom Dore, Vice President, British Esports Nick Poole OBE, CEO, Ukie and India Browne for their insightful interviews, and College of Esports and Global Esports Federation for contributing to this video. —------ Follow Tencent UK for the latest news and insights on video gaming and esports. #Esports #GenZ #EsportsCareers #TencentUK #TencentGames

Congratulations to Amir Satvat Business Development Director at Tencent Games in North America who was recognised as a ‘Game Changer’ at The Game Awards. Amir has helped nearly 3,000 people secure roles in the video game industry through his job guides and unwavering support. His dedication to connection and community inspires us, and we’re proud he’s part of the Tencent family. #TheGameAwards #GameChanger #TencentUK

Gen Z: Driving the Future of UK Esports We conducted new research in collaboration with British Esports and Ukie highlighting Gen Z’s strong interest in video gaming and esports careers. Over 40% are exploring video game-related fields 22% are drawn to esports careers 75% want esports integrated into school curricula For esports to thrive sustainably in the UK, we need partnerships, talent development and increased career awareness. Together, we can unlock the full potential of this dynamic sector. 🚀 Discover more in our report, “From Stage to Screen to Stream: How Gen Z is Putting Esports Centre Stage in UK Entertainment.” https://lnkd.in/eeXAZhE4 The report features expert commentary from our VP of Tencent Games Europe, Stephane Decroix, along with valuable insights from: India Browne, Pro Esports Player Tom Dore, VP, the British Esports Federation Nick Poole OBE, CEO, Ukie Follow Tencent UK for the latest news and insights on video gaming and esports. #Esports #GenZ #EsportsCareers #TencentUK #TencentGames

Calling all climate tech startups, academics or research institutions looking to scale an early-stage solution. Tens of millions of dollars in catalytic funding and resources will be available for projects needed to achieve a #netzero world by 2050. Please see below for details on how to pitch. #ClimateTech #TencentUK

Insightful updates from Miniclip’s CEO Saad Choudri in his interview with mobilegamer.biz   As part of the Tencent family, Miniclip continues to thrive, with Saad highlighting the $1.2bn acquisition of Easybrain, its success with Triple Match 3D (via Boombox Games) and ongoing investments in both organic and inorganic growth.    Despite a challenging market, Miniclip is “launching more games than ever before” while balancing support for its existing portfolio.   💡 Read the full interview for more on Saad’s vision and Miniclip’s future. https://lnkd.in/ecpcGrEW   #Miniclip #TencentUK #MobileGames #videoGames

Last week, we gathered at Sheffield’s National Videogame Museum for techUK’s ‘Gaming & Esports Technologies of the Future’ event, sponsored by Tencent UK. The event celebrated the launch of techUK’s first report on gaming and esports technologies, spotlighting key trends and six government recommendations to strengthen the UK’s leadership in this dynamic sector. A huge thank you to Rory Daniels for moderating the panel and to our exceptional panellists for their insights on AI-driven content creation, mobile and social gaming, and the future of esports. Keith Anderson, Senior Director of Global Publishing, Tencent Games, Paul Bugryniec, Chief Analytics Officer, Miniclip, Tom Dore, Vice President, British Esports, Imogen S Glen, Senior Manager, PwC and India Browne, Professional Esports Athlete. Check out our video for event highlights, and discover the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eCS5p3NX #VideoGames #Esports #UnleashInnovation #TencentUK

We are thrilled to be part of the launch of techUK's first report on the future of gaming and esports technologies! A special thank you to Rory Daniels and all the contributors who played a role in this project's success. #VideoGames #Esports #UnleashInnovation #TencentUK

‘Value for Users, Tech for Good’ is more than our mission —it’s our commitment to driving positive change. Video games hold the power to shape culture and behaviour, but to achieve this, they must be accessible to everyone. Accessibility is a vital part of our journey as an industry. Yesterday, we were privileged to host #RaiseTheGame’s ‘Access November: UK Game Accessibility Symposium 2024,’ powered by Ukie. Representatives from industry, academia and charity explored the benefits of accessibility initiatives and addressed the barriers they face. Despite their diverse environments, one clear message emerged: collaboration across sectors is essential to shaping an accessible future for the video games industry. Big thank you to our keynote speakers, panellists and everyone who attended. John Dickens Dominic Shaw Andrew Bromilow Cameron Akitt Sightlesskombat .. 张晓春Xiaochun Zhang Jozef Kulik Professor Dean Mohamedally Rodrigo Sanchez Stacey Jenkins #RaiseTheGame #TencentUK #GamingAccessibility #AccessibleGaming

🚀 #RaiseTheGame, powered by Ukie, and Tencent UK, are hosting the ‘Access November: UK Game Accessibility Symposium 2024’ on Tuesday, Nov 19th in London. Join an outstanding lineup of speakers from Splash Damage, Sony Interactive Entertainment, Tencent, Everyone Can and more, who are leading the way in game accessibility in the UK. This event highlights accessibility as a critical professional discipline that requires organisational investment for developers to succeed, while also showcasing the wealth of expertise available across the country. Reserve your place now (it’s free to attend)  👉https://lu.ma/c6szl9ed #TencentUK #GamingAccessibility #AccessibleGaming

Yesterday, we celebrated Tencent’s 26th anniversary in our London office with an inspiring speech from our Head of EMEA Stephane Decroix, followed by a cake-cutting and a fun office quiz. Our UK journey began with the opening of our London headquarters in 2020, followed by Liverpool in 2022. This anniversary was an opportunity to reflect on every achievement—big and small—that we’ve accomplished together as one dynamic team. Happy 26th anniversary to Tencent, and a big thank you to all our employees for their hard work, dedication and commitment. #TencentUK #OneTencentOneGoal #LifeAtTencent #TeamTencent