The Multimillion Dollar Playground: Inside Esports' Hidden Infrastructure A visit to the Alienware Training Facility in Santa Monica, California, reveals the complex ecosystem that supports high stakes esports competitions.
Top of the line hardware, bespoke training regimens, and gourmet cuisine come together to create an environment conducive to excellence. The facility caters to multiple teams with specific needs and requirements.
Team Liquid's CEO Stephen Arhancet notes that proximity is crucial for balanced play: "You have to have the players in the same region, close to a server.