A major eSports competition is coming to the Capital Region.
HV Gamer Con 2022 is this upcoming weekend at the Albany Capital Center.
It's organized by Larry Ridley, a CBS Sports host and owner of eSports media group "Compete-4-ever", bringing some eSports opportunities for both students and the general public.
"...this is just awesome to be back here. We were here three years ago at the inaugural event. Had 2500 people that showed up..."said Ridley
Michael Leczinsky, the head coach and director of UAlbany eSports says that he's thrilled that an eSports event like this is happening right here in Albany.
He tells us, not only do they have a competitive team of over 140 students, they also have classes in eSports and game design.
They're currently building a new arena on the uptown campus, that will have a world-class facility for gaming and eSports.
The public tournaments will include Rocket League, Madden 22, NBA 2k22 and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.