Oxford University X Viewsonic Gaming
Documentary
Viewsonic Gaming & Oxford University
Documentary
Overview
ViewSonic has partnered with Oxford University first ever Esports Team ‘OUGES’ to establish the first dedicated esports suite among Oxford colleges. We documented this unexpected initiative that transforms a former IT room into a state-of-the-art facility equipped with ViewSonic's top of the line gaming monitors and interactive displays. In the rapidly growing world of Esports, Oxford wants to come out ontop. This collaboration reflects a growing trend of incorporating esports into higher education, preparing students for opportunities in the digital economy.
TEam
Director
Lewis Adams
Cinematographer
Pierluigi Campa
Gaffer
Kiaren Hariott
Colourist
Rafaim Corriera
VFX
Camera Operator
PRESS
Vogue
Adweek
Forbes
We set out to capture the passion and dedication behind a sport that remains largely unrecognised: competitive esports. While spending time on set with the players, we witnessed their commitment firsthand and began to understand the full scope of their vision. The Oxford University Gaming and Esports Society (OUGES) are pioneers—championing an unexpected new discipline at one of the world’s most prestigious universities. Our goal was to challenge the stigma surrounding gaming and show why Oxford has invested so significantly in it. The answer? Esports fosters critical 21st-century skills like teamwork, strategic thinking, and digital literacy.
The details
What sets esports apart is its accessibility. Unlike traditional sports such as football, tennis, or F1. Where only elite teams compete at the highest levels—esports offers a level playing field. Any team, regardless of size or status, can compete on the global stage. Oxford now has the chance to go head-to-head with teams equivalent to Liverpool or Barcelona—an opportunity rarely available in conventional sports.