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Game On for Esports Jobs: 65% Globally Demand More Education and Career Pathways for Pro Gaming

The survey also found 54% see professional gaming as a legitimate career path, while support varies sharply by age and country.

  • A new global Logitech PRO Series Survey released today reveals that 65% of people support formal education pathways for esports careers, reflecting a growing shift toward viewing professional gaming as a legitimate profession.
  • While 54% of respondents globally now accept professional gaming as a career, opinions vary significantly by region and age, with 74% of Baby Boomers in China viewing it as legitimate compared to just 20% in Germany.
  • Respondents cite financial risk , industry competitiveness , and lack of societal support as primary barriers, as many continue to view gaming as a hobby rather than a valid career route.
  • Almost half of people think schools should include esports classes in the curriculum, while 33% suggest more professional training facilities would enhance the career's perceived respectability.
  • Derek Perez, global communications gaming lead at Logitech, noted this research shows how far esports has come as "a genuine path to personal and professional success" for aspiring professionals.
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Two-thirds support greater education for subjects like esports

Almost two-thirds of people worldwide support more formal education pathways in esports and gaming.

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Benzinga broke the news in New York, United States on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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