The gaming industry has advanced to the forefront of the entertainment industry. With advancements in graphics and audio that create interactive storytelling and greater player engagement, the popularity of eSports is skyrocketing. Audio plays an essential role in shaping the game-player experience as developers increasingly design games that maximize the auditory sensory experience. In this episode, host Randi Zuckerberg explores the growing role of audio in gaming and the competitive advantage that greater sound awareness can provide gamers. With professional eSports ​athlete Es3tag, Andreas Jessen, senior director of global product management & marketing for gaming at EPOS, and audio designer Rob Bridgett,, senior audio director for video game developer Eidos-Montréal.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.