Forget footy — Aussie esports arenas are lighting up with hype. From Melbourne’s LAN events to Sydney’s global qualifiers, fans pack venues to cheer for their local heroes. Games like Smash Bros Ultimate and StarCraft II still pull loyal crowds. But it's not just the big titles — Aussie-made indie competitive games are entering the spotlight. With online reach and real-world energy, esports here is more than a trend — it’s a cultural shift.