StarCraft is a popular game in America. It have been around for over 10 years. In Korea, StarCraft is more than just a video game, it is a way of life and very similar to a sport. Every two months a championship is held in a different city. The Championship is a culmination of a 2-month tournament. I went to this event a little late but lucked out in finding empty seats. It was held in a huge theater that was about 99% full. I was speechless for the hour and a half I was there. The fans were crazy! There were commentators, pyrotechnics, smoke machines, lights, and confetti guns. I have never experienced anything like this before. Two final players were being cheered on by their teams, recognizable by their matching warm-ups sponsored by such brands as Intel and Blizzard (game company). The winner took home about 50,000 US dollars, 2nd place received 20,000.
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