The Elite Series is unusual because it spans multiple games. Most esports competitions, like Dota's The International, focus on a single title with a fervent following. But Gfinity has always strived to be different — it's one of the few companies with a permanent, physical venue after all — and wants to promote UK teams and talent. The Elite series, therefore, combines established pros with amateurs who have risen up through its free, online "Challenger" tournaments. The hope is that Gfinity will find the next superstar, or at least give you an underdog to root for in the finals.

The partnership with BT Sport should raise Gfinity's profile in the UK. Unlike BBC Three, which is online-only, BT Sport 3 is a traditional TV channel, albeit one that requires a subscription. That means there's a better chance someone with no prior knowledge of esports will stumble across the coverage while aimlessly channel-flipping. Online, you typically have to seek out the stream unless someone shares a link on your Facebook News Feed or Twitter timeline. Of course, the bulk of esports viewership happens on Twitch, but live TV is an important and oftentimes underrated way for tournament organisers and game developers to find new fans.