Honor of Kings\' esports kicks up a notch with Nova crowned winners and new team from OG

If there's one genre that reigns supreme in the world of esports, it's undoubtedly the MOBA. From its origins as a mod for Warcraft, this blend of real-time strategy and hack 'n slash action has evolved through countless versions. While League of Legends currently holds the title of the top MOBA, Tencent's Honor of Kings is rapidly emerging as a formidable competitor.

Today's esports news brings us not one, but two exciting developments. Firstly, Nova Esports has been crowned the champion of the Honor of Kings Invitational season three, taking home the gold. This victory not only cements their status but also highlights the growing prestige of Honor of Kings in the esports arena. Secondly, OG esports, a powerhouse in the MOBA scene, has announced the formation of their own Honor of Kings team, signaling their intent to compete in future HoK tournaments.

These developments are significant wins for both the players and the game itself. One of the key challenges in building a world-class esports scene is attracting top talent, and Honor of Kings has managed to do so with apparent ease.

But it's not hard to see why. Honor of Kings boasts a dedicated fanbase that rivals that of League of Legends within China alone, and esports provides these fans with yet another exciting way to engage with their favorite MOBA.

The burning question now is whether Honor of Kings can achieve the same level of pop culture impact as League of Legends. While it has secured a spot in the recent Amazon anthology Secret Level, it has yet to make a narrative impact comparable to something like Arcane. Could this change in the future? It's uncertain, but what is clear is that in the realm of esports, Honor of Kings is now where the elite compete.