UCI Esports

🌱 ZOT PLAYFEST RECAP 🌱

Wednesday’s event, held at the heart of campus, was a mega success! This celebration of gaming culture gathered clubs across campus, gave away prizes, and hosted an epic cosplay showcase.

A special thanks to our sponsors, , , , and , for making this event possible 💛

Shoutout to .uci, , , , , , @ zotcon_uci, .at.uci, , and .uci for participating!

 

Moments from a budding tradition at UC Irvine Esports—our Annual Bake-Off! ❤️

UC Irvine’s LoL team and VALORANT team went head-to-head to establish who would make the most scrumptious chocolate chip cookies. The VALORANT team took the championship for the 2026 Annual Bake-Off! 🏆

HISTORY IS MADE THIS WEEKEND! 🔥

For the first time ever, the UC Esports Invitational is happening on a university campus—right here at UC Irvine!

Come cheer on UC Irvine’s Anteaters as they defend home turf and take back the trophy against other UC teams. 💪🏆

🎟 FREE to attend
🏃 Limited spots—register fast
🏛️ UC Irvine Student Center (Esports Arena + Crystal Cove Auditorium)
🗓️ Friday – Sunday | Jan. 16 – 18

🎁 Prizes & opportunity drawings (gift cards, iPads, AirPods, and more!)
🍽️ Complimentary meals
🎥 Live on Twitch for fans everywhere (11 a.m. PT Saturday and Sunday)

🌟 Home-court advantage. Campus pride. Championship energy.
👀 Register now—more info and link in bio!

🎮⚡ Calling all Summoners and Agents! ⚡🎮

We are on the lookout for talented League of Legends and VALORANT players! Ready to represent on the virtual battlefield? 💙💛

At UC Irvine, you don’t have to choose between your passion and your future. Experience the intersection of elite competition and a next-level degree. Join our roster, compete at the collegiate level, and show everyone what Anteaters are made of! 🔥

Apply on our recruitment interest form at esports.uci.edu or go to link in bio.

📚 Hey Anteaters! The Arena is off for winter break from Dec. 13 – Jan. 4.

Good luck with finals and enjoy your break! 🎄

Zot Quest is here! 🐜💥

Hey Anteaters! 👋 Ready to play?

It’s time for Zot Quest! Explore campus, visit Zot Stops, and win extra prizes just by checking in! 🔍✨

Here’s how it works:
1️⃣ Stop by Zot Stops across campus.
2️⃣ Scan the Zot Quest QR code and submit the form for that stop.
3️⃣ Collect prizes and giveaways at select Zot Stops!

📍 Come visit the UC Irvine Esports Arena!

Swing by the arena for your Zot Stop check-in! We’ve got an exclusive giveaway just for stopping by! 🎁🎧

🖥️The Esports website Zot Stop is also here! Don’t forget to check that one in as well!

💡Check in to the Arena for a bonus opportunity drawing for one of the two Logitech G Pro X Wired 7.1 Gaming Headset!
📜 See link in bio for Official Rules and how to play!

So what are you waiting for?

✨ Hurry! Zot Quest ends before November 21, get your stops in before time runs out! 🎮💙