The Business of Esports: Investing in Team Liquid - No Playing Field

What started as fun and games has turned into big business. Esports is one of the fastest growing trends in the world, and investors have taken notice. Investment group ‘aXiomatic’ have done more than take notice. In 2016, the group purchased one of the largest teams in esports: Team Liquid. Investors include Steve Case, Magic Johnson, Tony Robbins, and a long list of executives and owners from the traditional sports industry. 'No Playing Field' is a series by Mashable following the behind-the-scenes of the ever-growing world of esports. From huge investment opportunities, to secret team tactics, to obsessed fans, the series gives deep insights on how esports came to be, its current challenges and where it's heading next. Produced by Matt Kline Special thanks to 1UP Studios and Team Liquid for providing footage: 1upstudios.gg @1UPGG teamliquidpro.com @TeamLiquid MASHABLE ACROSS THE WEB Mashable.com: http://on.mash.to/1hCcRpl Facebook: http://on.mash.to/2lyOwmZ Twitter: http://on.mash.to/1Udp1kz Instagram: http://on.mash.to/1U6D40z Mashable is a leading global media company that informs, inspires, and entertains the digital generation.