RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- It's a gamer's paradise in downtown Raleigh.
It's the 15th annual Carolina Games Summit, happening this weekend at the Raleigh Convention Center.
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The summit is hosting tournaments for some of the most popular games including Overwatch, Fortnite, FIFA and Super Smash Bros.
There's even a tournament for the card game Magic: The Gathering, leaving plenty of options for gamers from all walks of life.
"Not only is it an enormous e-sports event, but we've added a tech expo where you can learn about building computers, buy video cards that are hard to get access to," said Michael Everette, creative director for Carolina Games Summit.
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This isn't just a good time playing games, this could directly influence these players' futures.
Barton College in Wilson is looking to build its e-sports program and plans to give out $400,000 in scholarships for players finishing in podium places.