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.
Submissions are due December 1, 2025.Ā
Register below!
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
Using music effectively
- The video should answer the core question: Why do we play?
- Choose music that enhances the tone and emotional impact of your story
- Match the style and tempo of story you want to convey (ex: upbeat for exciting moments, soft for heartfelt reflections)
- Keep the music balanced so that the dialogue and narration are heard.