The HYPROP MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience 2024 reached an electrifying climax at Canal Walk Shopping Centre, Cape Town, from Wednesday, 11 September to Sunday, 15 September. The grand final brought together the nation’s top esports talent for a weekend filled with intense competition, where the best players battled for supremacy and a shot at the R25,000 top prize.
The event marked the culmination of months of fierce competition, with eight qualifiers held across the country in the participating Hyprop malls. Gaming enthusiasts from all corners of South Africa showed up to witness the thrilling action, which saw the nation’s best digital athletes go head-to-head for their share of an incredible R200,000 prize pool.
High-Octane Action and Unforgettable Moments
The grand final event at Canal Walk Shopping Centre did not disappoint. Fans packed the venue, with hundreds of eager spectators watching as the country’s most skilled gamers showcased their talents in popular esports titles, including EAFC and Call of Duty (COD). Over the course of the four-day tournament, the atmosphere was electric as players delivered world-class performances in an intense display of strategy, precision, and endurance.
EAFC Winners:
- Zaid April – R25,000
- Kaylan Moodley – R15,000
- Aasim Camara – R7,500
- Thabo Moloi – R2,500
Call of Duty (COD) Winners:
- Nixuh – R30,000 (Captain: Rahil Bux)
- Aerial Gaming – R15,000 (Captain: Brodie Jacobs)
- Highborn – R10,000 (Captain: David Falck)
- Monarch – R5,000 (Captain: Joshua Rossouw)
A Weekend to Remember
Canal Walk Shopping Centre came alive with the sounds of gaming excitement, cheers, and heart-pounding moments. Speaking about the success of the event, Vanessa Herbst, Marketing Manager of Canal Walk Shopping Centre, said, “This weekend was an exceptional experience. The HYPROP MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience brought a dynamic and vibrant atmosphere to Canal Walk, and it was truly impressive to witness the skill and dedication of the players. The enthusiasm from both participants and spectators was remarkable, and we are incredibly proud to have been the host venue for such a prestigious event. This grand final not only highlighted the best of esports but also showcased Canal Walk as a premier destination for innovative and engaging events.”
A Premier Esports Tournament in South Africa
The HYPROP MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience 2024 has solidified its place as a premier event in the South African esports calendar. With eight qualifiers nationwide and a grand final featuring R50,000 in total prize money, the event has captured the imagination of gamers and fans alike. The tournament showcased the growing esports scene in South Africa and highlighted the extraordinary talent emerging from the country.
Democratising Gaming and Esports
The HYPROP MTN Gaming Experience not only reduces the traditionally high barriers to entry in gaming and esports by providing all the required high-tech infrastructure and tournament administration, making participation as easy as arriving at the malls and signing up. It also provides daily tournaments on a wide variety of platforms from Virtual Reality and Simulation rigs to consoles and PC’s and even mobile gaming covering a wide range of genres. All at no cost to any players.
Adding their voice to the success of the event, MTN, one of the main sponsors, reflected on their involvement in this cutting-edge gaming experience. “At MTN, we are passionate about empowering the digital generation, and the HYPROP MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience represents the future of entertainment and connectivity,” said Disemelo Hoaeane, MTN’s Senior Manager for Pulse. “Esports is a dynamic space where technology and talent converge, and we’re proud to support platforms that celebrate the exceptional talent in South Africa’s gaming community as well as showcasing the benefits of a modern connected life. We look forward to growing this partnership with Hyprop and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in esports.”
This year’s tournament has set a new benchmark for competitive gaming events in the region, and with the thrilling grand final now complete, all eyes are on the next chapter in the MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience.
For more information about the MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience, brought to you by MTN and Hyprop, go to your closest mall’s website. All tournaments operated by ACGL.
