Breaking Records and Pushing Boundaries: A Look Back at the 2014 Worlds
It’s no surprise that the League of Legends World Championship (commonly abbreviated as Worlds), specifically its fourth iteration in 2014, made it to our list of the most memorable moments in eSports history. From exciting matches and unexpected moments to its impressive production value, this article dives deep into why the 2014 League of Legends World Championship remains one of the most iconic events yet in League of Legends.
League of Legends is a Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) game developed by Riot Games. It has similar gameplay to Dota 2 and is popular with gamers worldwide.
Riot Games set a new standard for international eSports championships with the 2014 League of Legends World Championship. The matches were held in Taipei, Singapore, Busan, and Seoul, with the grand finals held in Seoul, South Korea.
The thrilling final match between Samsung Galaxy White and Star Horn Royal Club was one of the most exhilarating moments, as Samsung Galaxy White dominated the series and won the championship, earning a $1,000,000 prize. Additionally, Samsung Blue’s five-game quarterfinal against Cloud9 was also just as intense and thrilling, with both teams showcasing their skills, ultimately resulting in a victory for Samsung Blue. These matches definitely helped establish League of Legends as one of the top competitive games worldwide that is highly anticipated by fans.
There were also other noteworthy occurrences at the 2014 League of Legends World Championship such as Riot Games’ effort to push the boundaries of eSports production values, with a grandiose display of pyrotechnics, live orchestra music, and a massive main stage setup. It was reported that the games were streamed live by 40 broadcast partners, and watched by 27 million people, with concurrent viewership peaking at over 11 million viewers
The 2014 League of Legends World Championship is definitely an experience like no other, raising the standard for future championships.
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