Scalping issues in major esports events and fan willingness to pay high prices

A crowd of enthusiastic fans eagerly waits outside a venue, holding signs and merchandise as they anticipate the start of a major esports tournament.

Recent events have highlighted the scale of the problem. For instance, tickets for the upcoming Worlds 2023 in South Korea sold out within minutes, only to appear on secondary markets at prices well above their original value. Fans reported seeing tickets listed for over $2,000, a stark contrast to the initial price of around $200, … Read more