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The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced details of the packed schedule of activities that will take place at the dedicated Esports Arena during the Mother of the Nation Festival 2019. Housed within the Festival’s Progress Zone, Jobs in UAE provides a state-of-the-art, purpose-built venue for the largest multi-game Esports tournament to be held in the region to date, with prizes totaling more than AED 187,000 on offer for the winners.
The Festival has joined forces with MET Events, Asia’s leading Esports event organizer, to bring a unique gaming experience to Abu Dhabi. UAE jobs Visitors have the opportunity to participate in daily tournaments with top professional players and influencers competing live on stage on several popular games across PC, console and mobile platforms, including Fortnite, CS:GO, League of Legends, PUBG Mobile, Mobile Legends, FIFA 19, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Street Fighter V. This will be the first time the Middle East has hosted an international Fortnite event, making it an unmissable occasion for dedicated followers of the popular game franchise, which boasts more than 200 million registered players worldwide.
“ Dubai Vacancies are delighted to unveil details of the Mother of the Nation Festival’s dedicated Esports Arena, which creates an unparalleled experience for gaming enthusiasts in the UAE,” said Ameera Al Mazrouei, Festivals Development Unit Head at DCT Abu Dhabi. “The Arena represents an outstanding addition to our Progress Zone and reflects the Festival’s ambition to deliver inclusive attractions that appeal to a wide range of age groups with diverse interests. We look forward to providing our visitors with a cutting-edge entertainment experience that will set new standards for Esports in the region by bringing some of the world’s most celebrated players to Abu Dhabi.”
Participants have the chance to win exciting prizes and are crowned local champions, as well as opportunities to play with and against Esports professionals and influencers on the big stage. UAE News featured a special appearance from regional Esports star Mosaad ‘Msdossary’ Aldossary when fans had the opportunity to attend a signing session. The 18-year-old Saudi’s highly successful Esports career has seen him emerge as the winner of the FIFA eWorld Cup 2019, and he was crowned ‘Console Player of the Year’ at the Esports Awards 2018.
The main Esports stage is currently hosting show matches between professional players, as well as tournament finals. Highlights include a Super Smash Bros Ultimate tournament on 15 March. From 20-21 March, the best Street Fighter V players from the public will have a chance to face off against UAE pros Amjad ‘AngryBird’ Alshalabi and Adel ‘BigBird’ Anouche live on stage. CS: GO fans are in for a treat on 22 March, when the Festival welcomes two of the world’s top players, Adil ‘ScreaM’ Benrlitom and Vincent 'Happy' Schopenhauer. The Esports stars will take part in a show match and challenge the skills of Festival-goers. The event culminates with the final of the region’s first international Fortnite tournament at 8pm on 22 March, featuring several pro players and influencers including Johann ‘Mushway’ Cyr and Klaivert ‘Teeqzy’ Dervishi, together with the Festival’s best local players.
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