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# Overwatch Contenders 2021-2023
- URL: https://monkeybubble.gg/overwatch-contenders-2021-2023/
- Published: 2026-10-01T10:05:25.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-01T10:05:25.000Z
- Author: Monkey Bubble
- Tags: #broadcast, #portfolio, Talent Management, Broadcast, Content Creation, Online, Esports League, Publisher

#### **Client - Blizzard Entertainment (Overwatch Contenders EMEA & NA)**

A world-renowned video game publisher and developer responsible for the Overwatch franchise.

**The Request**

Blizzard needed to revitalize its path-to-pro program (Overwatch Contenders NA & EMEA), which had suffered years of declining viewership. They required a modernized broadcast overhaul that improved viewer retention, highlighted player narratives, and engaged the core community.

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**The Result**

- Achieved a \~62% increase in average live viewership and up to a 40x increase in peak viewership in year one.
- Generated a \~215% increase in social media following and a \~26% increase in Overall VOD viewership.
- Upgraded technical execution to true 4K60FPS broadcasts with interactive lower thirds, true player statistics and user-generated content features.

**Remarks**

Proved Monkey Bubble's ability to turn around declining tier-2 esports ecosystems - enabling the publisher to focus on player narratives, community feedback, by delivering game-optimized and unique broadcast services for Overwatch.