Eight eSports teams are helping to found the association, and the ESL Pro League for Counter-Strike: Global Offensive will be the first to abide by WESA rules.

Whether or not WESA gets a foothold depends on other league systems falling in line. Will Activision's Major League Gaming go for it, for example? Still, this is a big move that could be necessary for both giving eSports public recognition and making it a viable career path. Media outlets may be more likely to broadcast eSports if they know that it's above-board, and players might be quicker to sign up if they know they'll get enough prize money to supplement or even replace a more conventional job.