From Campus to Community: CHARGE’s Impact on Scottish Esports
Last month, Glasgow’s biggest student-run esports event, Battle For Glasgow 2025, once again brought together competitors and communities from across Scotland. At the helm of this undertaking as Events Manager for CHARGE Entertainment is Will “Bruhdini” Vogt. In an exclusive video interview, Will delves into the inspirations behind Battle For Glasgow, the vital role of grassroots initiatives for Scottish esports, and the profound impact the event has had on local students and the wider gaming community. He’ll also share insights into CHARGE’s student-run ethos, how they foster inclusivity, and the tournament organisers’ future, offering key advice for others looking to follow their path. Watch the full interview with Will “Bruhdini” Vogt here: Follow CHARGE Entertainment and Will “Bruhdini” Vogt :
Glasgow Fights On: Burn To Fight Brought the Heat to Battle For Glasgow 2025
Last month, Glasgow’s vibrant gaming scene once again took centre stage as Battle For Glasgow 2025 captivated attendees. Among the array of esports titles, the intense, high-energy world of fighting games had its dedicated space, thanks to a dynamic partnership between local FGC stalwarts, Burn To Fight Glasgow, and event hosts CHARGE Entertainment. At the heart of the FGC’s presence was the aptly named Advantage Stage, a dedicated arena that delivered non-stop action. Scottish Esports caught up with Assad “Suleymon” Suliman, a key Tournament Organiser at Burn To Fight and a Director at Scottish Esports, to discuss the unique flavour the fighting game community brought to such a major event. Burn To Fight’s presence at Battle For Glasgow 2025 delivered an unforgettable spectacle, showcasing the unique energy and community fighting games bring to the wider esports landscape. Instrumental to this success was Tournament Organiser and Scottish Esports Director Assad “Suleymon” Suliman, who championed the FGC’s distinct contribution to the event. Follow the key players in the Scottish FGC and esports scene:
More Than a Game: How Esports is Changing Lives in Wishaw
Wishaw has spent the last five years building a grassroots esports community that’s now transforming youth development across Scotland. What started as a simple Fortnite club for a handful of local kids has grown into one of Scotland’s most meaningful grassroots esports initiatives, empowering young people, building confidence, and turning a shared love of games into a tool for personal and community development.
Keeping the Classics Alive: Aberdeen’s Retro Gaming Scene Thrives
For over half a decade, Aberdeen has quietly become a haven for retro gaming enthusiasts, keeping the golden age of arcade and console classics alive through fierce competition and community spirit. From Pac-Man to Donkey Kong, Mario Kart to Pong, a dedicated group of gamers has ensured that the magic of 20th-century gaming lives on.
