VCT Game Changers 2024 shatters record for most-viewed women’s Valorant event

As someone who’s been closely following the evolution of women’s esports, I can confidently say that this year’s Valorant Game Changers has been nothing short of revolutionary. The record-breaking viewership numbers are a testament to the hard work and dedication of these incredible players and the growing fanbase that supports them.


In simple terms, Valorant boasts one of the thriving women’s eSports scenes, and it has recently surpassed its previous record for maximum simultaneous viewers, reaching a staggering 449,000 viewers during the Game Changers 2024 final.

For your information, the 2023 Game Changer finals attracted an audience of 293,000 people, marking a significant over-50% rise compared to the previous year. This impressive growth signifies a major triumph for the Game Changers league.

Establishing and maintaining a presence within the esports industry can be particularly challenging for leagues that focus on women and other underrepresented genders, as most struggle to sustain themselves over time and attract sufficient sponsorships to remain viable in the long run.

Although progress has been seen in various esports with teams incorporating female players onto their rosters, such instances are still relatively uncommon.

Remarkably, Game Changers has flipped the script on women’s esports, offering an environment that fosters female excellence and stardom. Now, it’s a scenario where the premier athletes in this league are inspiring their fans to push for their inclusion in top-tier leagues.

Shopify Rebellion Claims the Title of 2024 #VCTGameChangers Champions! 🎉

— Valorant News (@ValorINTEL) November 17, 2024

As a passionate fan, I’d like to clarify that while there may have been barriers and biases against women and other underrepresented genders in the competitive Valorant scene, it’s essential to note that there are no rules prohibiting them from excelling in the VCT proper. In fact, figures like Potter, a trailblazing coach with an impressive track record, have shattered stereotypes and redefined what it means to be successful in Valorant coaching. Her remarkable journey with EG in 2023 was nothing short of groundbreaking.

Interestingly, despite being known as Valorant Game Changers, it’s not the largest women’s league in esports when considering peak viewership; there are others that significantly outperform it.

The Mobile Legends Bang Bang Women’s Invitational 2023 peaked at over 1.3 million concurrent viewers, almost 3 times as much as the 2024 Game Changers record-setting grand final.

As a dedicated gamer, let me share that the peak viewership record for Valorant events so far is held by Masters Madrid 2024, drawing in an astounding 1.6 million concurrent spectators!

449,000 simultaneous viewers may not be insignificant, given the rapid growth the league has experienced over such a brief period.

All stats aggregated from Esports Charts

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2024-11-17 22:48