Vodacom 4U has come on board to sponsor and host three major tournaments at Rush on PC, console and mobile platforms across three impressive esports stages. The three tournaments are:

• Fortnite 1 vs. 1 on mobile
• FIFA 18 1 vs. 1 on PS4
• CS:GO 5 vs. 5 on PC

“In a world that’s constantly accelerating, cutting-edge technology is no longer an exception – it is expected,” says Ulanova Visser, Marketing Director at Vodacom 4U.  “Vodacom 4U has responded to these technological trends and provides a youth-oriented service and experience in our 81 stores nationwide. To this end, associating with youth relevant events and being where they are, is core to us anchoring our position as the go-to channel for all of their technology needs. Hence our involvement with Rush esports seems a natural fit.”

“We are very excited to be part of the phenomenal esports growth trends and to see where this journey takes us as a brand.”

According to Visser, IOT, connectivity (fibre and mobile) and a high demand for access to data makes Vodacom 4U the right choice for gamers no matter what device they use, as the brand can offer connectivity to all.”

Registrations for these tournaments will be opening on Friday 1 June on www.rushesports.co.za.  Entrance to any of the tournaments is free for competitors, although spectators supporting the players will be required to pay an entrance fee.

If you’re a professional esports player, someone who just wants to have fun and see how good you are, or even a parent looking to find out more about your child’s obsession, Rush will have something for you.

So come and experience the energy and excitement of live esports first-hand!

EVENT DETAILS:

When is Rush 2018?

29 June – 1 July 2018

Friday: 10am-7pm | Saturday: 9am-7pm | Sunday: 9am-4pm

Where is Rush 2018?

Sun Arena, Time Square, Pretoria

How do I buy tickets to Rush 2018?

Tickets to Rush will be on sale on Friday 1 June at all Computicket outlets countrywide and online. Tickets will also be on sale at the door.

Day Pass (valid for entry for one day only): R60

Weekend Pass (valid for entry for all three days): R100

How do I stay connected?

To stay up to date with all the Rush announcements and additional info, follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, subscribe to their YouTube channel NAG or go to www.rushesports.co.za.

Brought to you by the team behind the ever-popular rAge expo, Rush will host several different esports tournaments and activities over the course of three adrenaline-filled days. This multi-tournament, multi-platform, multi-game event gives visitors the opportunity to experience the exciting world of competitive gaming first-hand. Visitors to Rush will be able to see and experience the esports phenomenon live, meet and greet the participating teams and players, watch SA’s top gamers compete on-stage, and be a part of the fast-growing global esports audience.

Over the past two years, the growth of viewership for esports has been tremendous. According to SuperData, more than 258 million unique viewers per month watched popular esports titles throughout 2017, with League of Legends remaining the most-viewed esports game throughout the year.

Sam Nordmark, a freelance esports writer who focuses on CS:GO and Dota 2, says that 2018 will be another big year for esports. The industry is experiencing the most prosperous period in its history. Following a year of record expansion in 2017, esports is expected to near $1 billion in revenue by the end of 2018, according to market research firms SuperData and NewZoo.

If you’re a professional esports player, someone who just wants to have some casual fun and see if you’ve got a knack for this, or even a parent looking to find out more about your child’s obsession, Rush will have something for you.

When is Rush 2018?

29 June – 1 July 2018

Friday: 10am-7pm | Saturday: 9am-7pm | Sunday: 9am-4pm

Where is Rush 2018?

Exhibition Hall 1, Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa.

How do I buy tickets to Rush 2018?

Tickets to Rush will be on sale from 1 May at all Computicket outlets countrywide and online. Tickets will also be on sale at the door.

Day Pass (valid for entry for one day only): R60

Weekend Pass (valid for entry for all three days): R100

How do I stay connected?

To stay up to date with new announcements and additional info, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or go to www.rushesports.co.za.

Companies interested in exhibiting at or being a part of Rush can call 011 704 2679 or email rush@nag.co.za.