Esports Glossary
LAN Event
A tournament where all participants compete in person on a local area network, eliminating internet latency as a variable. LAN events are considered the gold standard of competitive play. They typically feature larger prize pools, live audiences, and production value.
Related Terms
Online Tournament
A tournament conducted entirely over the internet where competitors play from separate locations.
LAN Event
A tournament where all participants compete in person on a local area network, eliminating internet latency as a variable.
Prize Pool
The total monetary sum available to be won by competitors in a tournament.
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