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Birmingham Hosts First DreamHack, Celebrating £110 Billion Gaming Industry

3/28/2026

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Birmingham is hosting the first UK edition of DreamHack, a major e-sports festival that attracts 50,000 attendees.
The event shows the global gaming industry is valued at over £110 billion, surpassing film and music.
Attendees such as Robbie White and Michelle White share how gaming strengthens relationships.
DreamHack's head of festivals says these events help combat loneliness in an increasingly connected world.

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Story summary

Birmingham is hosting the first UK edition of DreamHack, a major e-sports festival that attracts 50,000 attendees.
The event shows the global gaming industry is valued at over £110 billion, surpassing film and music.
Attendees such as Robbie White and Michelle White share how gaming strengthens relationships.
DreamHack's head of festivals says these events help combat loneliness in an increasingly connected world.