How do you bet on computer games at a bookmaker?

More and more computer games and esports betting events are being offered by bookmakers. What factors should we pay attention to when betting on esports at legal bookmakers?

Esports in bookmaker betting

Esports is an increasingly popular form of entertainment that attracts the attention of many people around the world. This is confirmed by the broadcast statistics of the biggest tournaments in League of Legends or CS:GO. Bookmakers have been offering bets on esports events for many years now, which means that you can bet on the outcome of single matches or entire tournaments in the long-term betting section. The best bookmaker for betting on esports is Superbet based on current rankings.

The most popular games for players to bet on esports are League of Legends and CS:GO. These are the two games where bookmakers regularly provide their customers with the most options. The offerings are not the same, however, as the rules of the game differ. If you are planning to bet on esports, it is worth focusing your attention primarily on bets from a game you are familiar with and have knowledge of the individual players.

What games can you bet on at a bookmaker?

• LoL
• CS:GO
• Fortnite
• Dota 2
• FIFA 23

How to bet on esports games?

Betting on any sport in the bookmaker's betting offer has special aspects to pay attention to. The same is true for esports, where you also need to keep in mind elements such as:

The genre of the game - each esports game can differ in terms of the rules, as well as what is necessary to win the game. In one game, winning a certain number of maps may be decisive, while in another, for example, completing a specific task at any time may be crucial. The greater the chance of a non-standard finish, the more difficult it is to choose the right propositions on offer from the bookmaker.

Team statistics - before betting on a game, it is worth analysing the statistics of individual teams and players. On various websites you will find access to data on: the number of victories, defeats, average playing time, accuracy of hits, number of kills. The figures are available not only by team, but also by individual player, which can give you a relevant advantage over the bookmaker.

Team form - just as in other sports, team form can also be decisive in esports. Most esports tournaments involve entire teams made up of several players, so the team must act as a single organism to achieve success. An excellent performance by one player, with the others in poor form, can result in a poorer result in the tournament.

Bookmaker odds - professional betting on esports is also connected with analysing bookmaker odds, as it is possible to catch value options on the basis of conversion moves, but for this it is necessary to have a proper knowledge of the game, the entire discipline, as well as the current form.

Type of tournament - a very important aspect when betting on esports can also be the type/ranges of the tournament. It's no secret that the best teams in the world focus their attention primarily on the major events in the esports calendar, and this is when they are expected to be at their best. Smaller events are often the right time for the top teams to test different tactics, and the motivation is not as high. As a result, surprises are possible in such events and even the biggest certainties on offer can end up failing on the coupon.

Take advantage of promotions - before betting on esports, it is worth checking if there are any bookmaker bonuses currently on offer. Guaranteeing a refund or receiving a deposit bonus is a chance to increase your winnings or insure your coupon.

What should you pay attention to when betting on computer games?

• Rules of the game
• Statistics
• Form of players
• Type of tournament

What is the difference between betting on CS:GO and League of Legends?

It is worth analysing and discussing the differences between two of the most popular esports games available from online bookmakers. Counter Strike is an MMORPG in which two teams compete as terrorists and anti-terrorists. The gameplay in CS:GO takes place in a two-win map format. Each map is played to 15 points scored. A defeat on the first map does not close the fate of the competition.

In the case of League of Legends, the gameplay also takes place in two teams with the primary objective of destroying the Nexus. Completing this task means winning the game, but there are also smaller objectives available in the game, which can also be bet on in the offer of legal bookmakers.

The betting offers for both games are tailored to what the teams need to achieve. In CS:GO, you'll find bets on winning a specific map, while in League of Legends you'll primarily find bets on achieving specific goals, such as capturing a tower, dragon, inhibitor or Nexus.

Both games also have a few things in common, such as the ability to bet on the total kills in a match, or by individual players. The general rules for betting at the bookmaker are also similar. First of all, it is worth analysing the disposition of specific players and teams. In addition, it is necessary to keep a cool head, as betting on favourite teams can end in considerable disappointment.

FIFA - a football game on offer at an online bookmaker

The bookmaker's betting offer also increasingly includes types related to betting on the football game. The world's top football clubs are investing in the development of esports, which is translating into interest among younger players. FIFA 23, is a game that features virtual games of the Polish Ekstraklasa, or e-Premier League. Each club has its own player who is under contract and represents their team. The professionalisation of players in FIFA 23 also has the effect of increasing interest from players who support their favourite teams.

In April, this year's Ekstraklasa Games season came to an end. The winner of the competition was Riptorek, who represented the colours of Jagiellonia Białystok. In the final, he won against a player from Pogoń Szczecin.

You can also find more information from the FIFA game on our website. In the FIFA section you will read articles on the results of individual tournaments, as well as the latest transfer news. Find out more about the FIFA 23 game.

Betting on bookmaking carries the risk of addiction. Remember that it cannot be a way of life. In Poland, the use of illegal bookmakers is prohibited, you can only play with those operators who have a permit from the Ministry of Finance.

Counter bets arranged via the Internet are accepted on the Company's website at www.superbet.pl under the permission of the Ministry of Finance dated 24.10.2019, with the number PS4.6831.5.2019.

Text author: Mateusz Nowak - Senior Project Manager, editor-in-chief of Zagranie.com, graduate of sports journalism and sports management at UAM and football fan! On Twitter - @Mati_N95