At the end of June, Salzburg hosted the fourth annual LEVEL UP, Austria's largest gaming and electronics convention. The event attracted over 10,000 visitors across two days, offering a wide range of attractions and live events that catered to all ages and interests.
A standout moment of the fair was the final of the ESSL (E-Sports School League), marking its second consecutive year at the event. With top-notch production and impressive viewership, the exhilarating final served as the grand culmination of a tournament that spanned several months, demanded countless hours of preparation, and united teams from across Europe. As a proud partner, MCI | The Entrepreneurial School® was on-site to close the event by presenting the MVP (Most Valuable Player) Award.
About the ESSL
The E-Sports School League was initiated as a school project by Chairman Dorian Dobler and has grown steadily since then. The project now encompasses a large, young team that impresses with professionalism and absolute dedication. Despite the young age of its members, the DIY mentality has opened many doors over the past years—whether by attracting partners like MCI or through cooperation with well-known figures in the gaming world such as streamer and YouTuber Veni and E-Sports commentator JulianSpies.World.
About LEVEL UP
LEVEL UP Salzburg is Austria's largest gaming festival, attracting over 10,000 visitors in 2024. From gaming areas to virtual reality zones, arcade sections, board game exhibitions, and even art displays, the event offers a diverse experience for gaming and technology enthusiasts of all ages.
The winning team of the E-Sports School League ©ESSL / Lina Jakobi
The final of the ESSL ©ESSL / Lina Jakobi
The final of the ESSL ©LEVEL UP Salzburg / Fabian Stoffers
ESSL Chairman Dorian Dobler (r.) with Aaron Heimerl (MCI) ©ESSL / Lina Jakobi
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