Competitive gaming will take center stage this Sunday at the Accor Arena, where Red Bull League of Its Own aims to bring the world of Netflix’s acclaimed animated series Arcane into a live esports environment. The one-day invitational, featuring top League of Legends teams from around the globe, is set to draw both longtime players and newcomers attracted by the hit show’s rich storytelling and visual flair.
Arcane, produced by French animation studio Fortiche and based on Riot Games’ League of Legends universe, holds a rare 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and has been widely praised for its intricate characters, including sisters Vi and Jinx. The show’s success has expanded League of Legends’ audience beyond dedicated gamers, introducing many viewers to the virtual battlegrounds and strategic combat that define the popular multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game.
The invitational arrives as Arcane’s second season hits Netflix, encouraging fans who followed the series’ steampunk-inspired narrative to experience its source material’s competitive side. League of Legends, free to play since its 2009 debut, maintains a global presence with more than 32 million daily players last year. Its accessible learning curve and diverse cast of more than 160 champions continue to draw crowds online and at live events.
Sunday’s lineup includes French fan favorites Gentle Mates and Karmine Corp, as well as German contenders NNO and G2 Esports. South Korea’s T1, a four-time World Championship winner, stands as the team to beat. While the action unfolds, spectators can expect high-energy showdowns, strategic maneuvering and unpredictable twists—elements familiar to Arcane viewers but now set on a live stage before a capacity crowd.
Red Bull League of Its Own underscores how a cultural phenomenon like Arcane can help bridge the gap between narrative entertainment and esports, potentially introducing a broader audience to the intensity, skill and drama of professional League of Legends competition.
Red Bull League of Its Own Brings Arcane’s Magic to Live Esports Stage in Paris
