"Watch on Your Phone" 2020 LCK Opening... SKT Live Broadcasts All Matches on JumpVR

[Asia Economy Reporter Joeslgina] SK Telecom announced on the 5th that it will enhance its ‘Jump VR’ service by live streaming all matches in real time so that LoL (League Of Legends) game enthusiasts can watch the games anytime and anywhere on mobile, in celebration of the opening of the 2020 LCK (League of Legends Champions Korea) Spring season.

This Spring season will run from today until April 12. SK Telecom added several features to the Jump VR application as the number of viewers has increased every year, with the online peak concurrent viewers for last year’s Summer finals reaching a record high of 2.92 million.

First, the ‘Jump VR’ app will live stream all Spring matches (90 games) for the first time. In particular, major matches such as the opening and finals can be viewed through 360-degree VR live streaming service. Among domestic media channels broadcasting LCK matches, ‘Jump VR’ is the only one supporting live streaming service.

The 360-degree VR live streaming vividly delivers the in-stadium game broadcast screen, announcer commentary, and crowd cheers, providing viewers with the feeling of sitting in the stands without having to go to the stadium. SK Telecom explained that through the 360-degree VR camera installed in front of the player seats inside the LoL Park stadium, viewers can experience the sensation of their favorite player competing right in front of their eyes.

The 360-degree VR live streaming can be viewed on mobile alone, and for a more immersive experience, viewers can wear VR dedicated devices (HMD, Head Mounted Display).

SK Telecom has acquired domestic exclusive usage rights for two popular LoL game characters, which will be used in various ways for upcoming ‘Jump AR/VR’ new services and online/offline events. Customers watching LCK matches through the ‘Jump VR’ app can also enjoy the chance to receive free tickets to the LCK Spring finals through separate events.

Jeon Jin-soo, Head of SK Telecom’s 5GX Service Division, said, “The number of domestic and international viewers watching LoL game live broadcasts on mobile is steadily increasing,” adding, “Viewers will be able to vividly enjoy LoL game broadcasts anytime and anywhere through the Jump VR app.”

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.