EMEA Kickoff 2024 Shatters Viewership Records!

VCT 2024 EMEA Kickoff Breaks Records: Squeezy Tops Ibai & Kamet0

The inauguration of Valorant's European partner league commenced with the EMEA Kickoff event in Berlin on February 20th, marking the beginning of VCT 2024. This event received a robust reception from the European audience, particularly notable among French fans who were actively engaged on community caster streams provided by Squeezie and Kamet0. 

The EMEA Kickoff for the 2024 gaming season has taken the esports world by storm, showcasing phenomenal growth in viewership metrics compared to the previous season. With an average audience of 165.4K viewers, the event has seen a remarkable 33% surge in viewership, setting a new standard for esports excitement and engagement. 

Dazzling viewers with thrilling matchups and intense competition, this year's event has captured the attention of fans worldwide. Renowned teams, including Karmine Corp, KOI, Gentle Mates, and Team Heretics, have electrified the arena with their exceptional gameplay and strategic process. 

But it's not just the teams that are drawing in the crowds. The presence of popular streamers has added an extra layer of excitement to the event. From Kamet0's gripping coverage of the Karmine Corp vs. GIANTX showdown, which peaked at 80.5K viewers, to Ibai's electrifying stream of the KOI vs. Team Liquid clash, which garnered 63.9K simultaneous viewers, the action has been non-stop. 

And let's not forget the standout performances from community casters! During the opening matches, Squeezie, co-owner of Gentle Mates, stole the spotlight with an incredible peak viewership of 159.7K, marking a career-best performance for 2024 and ranking as the sixth-best in his streaming history.