{"id":7239,"date":"2025-01-20T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-19T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.motenevent.se\/dreamhack-the-heart-of-gaming-and-a-community-for-the-future\/"},"modified":"2026-09-22T12:15:21","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T10:15:21","slug":"dreamhack-the-heart-of-gaming-and-a-community-for-the-future","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.motenevent.se\/en\/dreamhack-the-heart-of-gaming-and-a-community-for-the-future\/","title":{"rendered":"DreamHack: The heart of gaming and a community for the future"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>DreamHack 2024 has once again demonstrated why it is the world\u2019s largest digital festival and a unique hub for gaming, esports and digital culture. With up to 60,000 visitors, the festival filled Stockholmsm\u00e4ssan with a passionate community and groundbreaking experiences. <\/p>\n\n<p><strong>A legacy that drives us forward<\/strong><br\/>\u201cDreamHack has its roots in the LAN culture of the 1990s, and we cherish that legacy every day,\u201d says Andreas Jernberg, Managing Director for the Nordics at ESL FACEIT Group, which organises DreamHack. \u201cBut we can never lose touch with the ground \u2013 which means we must constantly keep up to date and adapt to new trends.\u201d This blend of history and innovation was evident at this year\u2019s festival. With everything from classic LAN parties to innovative initiatives such as the <em>Def Jam Legendary <\/em>concert, which attracted a wide audience, DreamHack managed to offer something for everyone.   <\/p>\n\n<p>Sidemen and esports: Historic highlights<br\/>One of the year\u2019s big moments was when the creative collective <em>Sidemen <\/em>made their very first visit to Sweden for DreamHack. \u201cIt was a milestone in our history \u2013 being able to welcome such an iconic group to our event was incredible,\u201d says Andreas. <\/p>\n\n<p>Furthermore, the<em> Overwatch World Finals<\/em> set a new standard for esports at DreamHack. The final was a global success that not only attracted a large audience but also sparked interest from other major esports titles in taking part in future festivals. <\/p>\n\n<p><strong>The Future of DreamHack<\/strong><br\/>\u201cWe are incredibly proud that our first year in Stockholm was such a success,\u201d says Andreas. \u201cBut it\u2019s not just about the event itself \u2013 it\u2019s about continuing to create a place where our community can grow and develop.\u201d <\/p>\n\n<p>With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability and community, DreamHack is looking ahead to next year\u2019s festival. \u201cGaming is more widespread and widely accepted than ever before. Our aim is to reflect that diversity and continue to be a place where tradition and the future meet.\u201d DreamHack 2024 was not just a festival \u2013 it was a celebration of a constantly evolving culture, and a reminder of the power of community and creativity.  <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>DreamHack 2024 has once again demonstrated why it is the world\u2019s largest digital festival and a unique hub for gaming, esports and digital culture. With up to 60,000 visitors, the festival filled Stockholmsm\u00e4ssan with a passionate community and groundbreaking experiences. 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