Namyangju City Successfully Hosts "Youth eSports Festival: UriGa EChallenge"

A Festival of eSports Enjoyed by the Whole Family
Intergenerational Empathy and Career Exploration Through Gaming

Namyangju City in Gyeonggi Province (Mayor Joo Gwangdeok) announced on the 31st that it successfully held the "Youth eSports Festival: UriGa EChallenge" at the Hopyeong Sports and Culture Center indoor gymnasium on the 30th.

Joo Gwangdeok, mayor of Namyangju City, is delivering a congratulatory speech at the 'Youth eSports Festival: UliGa EChallenge' held at the Hopyeong Sports and Culture Center indoor gymnasium on the 30th. Provided by Namyangju City

This festival, attended by Mayor Joo Gwangdeok, youth, and over 700 parents, was designed with a motif inspired by past PC room culture. It provided young participants with a unique experience and career exploration opportunities, while offering parents a chance to reminisce, creating a space for intergenerational empathy.

The opening ceremony began with a pre-event video capturing the sentiment of the era and a performance by the Toegyewon High School dance team. The festivities continued with a uniform presentation ceremony for the youth Valorant team, a congratulatory performance by Rumble Fish, and a group performance featuring cheering sticks, further elevating the festival atmosphere.

At the eSports tournament venue, a variety of programs were held, including an eSports tournament for youth participants (Valorant and Brawl Stars), family participation matches (KartRider with Dad, Latte Is the Typing King), and both retro and modern game zones, all of which received enthusiastic responses from attendees. In addition, career counseling booths staffed by universities and organizations related to eSports were set up, providing youth with opportunities for career exploration.

Joo Gwangdeok, mayor of Namyangju City, attended the "Youth eSports Festival: Uri Ga E Challenge" at the indoor gymnasium of Hopyeong Sports and Culture Center on the 30th and interacted with the participants. Provided by Namyangju City

Participants shared their enjoyment, saying, "I realized for the first time that games can serve as a bridge between generations, not just as simple entertainment," and "By playing both old and new games myself, I experienced different kinds of fun, and it was a special experience to enjoy games together with my parents."

Mayor Joo Gwangdeok stated, "This event was a meaningful occasion where families could empathize and communicate through eSports," adding, "We will continue to promote various events where youth and citizens can enjoy and grow together in the future."

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