NASEF Beyond The Game Challenge: Why We PlayĀ
NASEF is excited to present a Beyond the Gameā¢: Why We Play Video Challenge. This is your chance to share your club, team, or personal esports journey.Ā Take us inside your program and show us what makes it unique and why your esports experience is meaningful.Ā
This challenge is about sharing your story. Whether itās funny, heartfelt, powerful, or simple, we want to hear why your club or team shows up and what esports means to you.
RegisterWhat we're looking for:
Student voices
- The story should come directly from students
- Use interviews, narration, or candid moments to express why you play esports
- Personal stories, reflections, and motivations
Production Value
- Clear audio
- Stable video (avoid shaky footage)
- Thoughtful editing (optional: use transitions, captions, background music)
- Intro and/or outro that frames the story (optional)
- Show effort in storytelling and visuals
Storytelling
- The video should answer the core question: Why do we play?
- Suggested story elements:
- Your team or club environment
- How esports has impacted your life
- A specific moment that mattered to you
- Any challenges or successes
Arts
- California schools can potentially access program funding through Prop 28 by highlighting the arts in this challenge.Ā
- Showcase how arts are part of your esports experience. Examples include: Graphic design, digital arm, team branding, media arts, video editing, content creation, music, shoutcasting, cosplay, and character design.