The virtual world is about to collide with reality as the MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience 2024 takes center stage. Imagine the intensity of a national gaming tournament spanning four months, with eight qualifier events at Hyprop Malls across South Africa, all culminating in an epic finale at Canal Walk in Cape Town this September. With R200,000 in prize money at stake, this is not just a tournament, it's a gaming revolution.

Christie Stanbridge, the driving force behind this initiative as Hyprop’s Brand and Campaigns Marketing Manager, speaks with a passion that can only come from someone who sees the bigger picture. "This tournament is about breaking barriers and proving that gaming is not just for the youth. We want to create a platform where everyone, regardless of their background, can come together and experience the electrifying world of esports."

MTN, canal walk, gamer, digital gamers, digital reality, racing, car racing — The virtual world is about to collide with reality as the MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience 2024 takes center stage, Image: Supplied

MTN South Africa's Jason Probert shares this vision. As the General Manager of Digital Services, Probert is no stranger to innovation. "Partnering with Hyprop for this tournament is a testament to our commitment to pushing the boundaries of digital experiences. Gaming is more than just entertainment, it's a way to unite communities, showcase talent, and redefine what's possible in the digital age."

And what can participants expect? Only the most thrilling gaming competition the country has ever seen. From casual players to seasoned pros, the MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience is designed to captivate and challenge gamers of all levels. Whether you're battling it out in EA FC 24™ or proving your skills in one of the many additional competitions, this tournament promises to be a spectacle of skill, strategy, and sheer determination.

Gaming experience at the mall. Image: Supplied

The stakes are high, the competition fierce, and the rewards, life-changing. With prizes ranging from R25,000 for the first place to R2,500 for fourth, the MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience is more than just a game. It's a chance to make your mark, to be remembered, and to prove that you have what it takes to stand among the best.

So gear up, South Africa. The MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience 2024 is here, and it's time to play.

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