Overwatch is a relatively new game in the esports industry since it was published in May 2016 by Blizzard Entertainment, the same creators of Warcraft and Starcraft series. The game is a team-based multiplayer first-person shooter (FPS) video game that features a battle between two teams composed of 6 players each, controlling one hero out of the 20 characters with different special abilities divided into 4 categories: Offense, Defense, Tank, and Support. The two teams might battle into one of the 3 game types: Point Capture, Payload, and Control. The main objectives are to kill the opponent’s players and protect and defend the control points on the map.
If you’re a player, you have to focus on the game and your team’s opponent. But if you’re a bettor, you have to focus on the game, the odds, and the money involved. It is not easy and many beginners keep on stumbling upon defeat. To help you win the game and celebrate the thrill of Overwatch, carefully read this Overwatch betting guide:
1. Study the team’s performances - the world of internet and modern technology is just one click away. Before betting on any overwatch esports tournament, make sure you do your research regarding the teams competing and the matches formats. If possible, watch every previous game where the current teams are involved and predict results using the statistics you’ve gathered. You list the best teams in every league if you want to. Preparation is key.
2. Know the available markets - Overwatch is popular in Korea, so aside from Overwatch League (OWL), you can also bet on OGN Overwatch Apex Tournament in South Korea. When the game begins, ready your Bitcoins for multiple betting options available. You can bet on which team will win the game (a.k.a Money Line) or in the Handicap bet. For map games and game modes, you can bet on which team will win a specific map or how many maps will your favored team win.
3. Keep updated with esports news - By doing this, you can prepare and manage your Bitcoins for upcoming events. Currently, there are two major national and international Overwatch tournaments available and the one you can often find in sportsbook is the OWL developed, controlled, and sponsored by Blizzard Entertainment. Since the game is still new in the industry, the first season started in January 2018 and will run through June 2018. So keep updated about scheduling, announcements, and other vital information.