1. League of Legends · 2. Counter-Strike 2 · 3. Valorant · +9
Ranked for viewers, not players: how easy each game is to follow cold, how good the top-level competition and broadcasts are, and how big the 2026 calendar is. Event dates are from 2026 schedule coverage; check the official site for times. A Canadian angle where one exists. For anyone who wants to start watching esports and pick the right game to start with.
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