What you need for an e-sports tournament

An e-sports tournament needs more than gaming PCs or consoles. You’ll need one complete gaming setup per active player, plus reliable networking, safe power distribution and spare equipment for failures. Buy or bring the technical basics early enough to test the connection, install the competition software and check every account before participants arrive. Keep registration supplies, prizes and backup storage ready so small delays do not interrupt the match schedule.

Organize this event for free with Lizzt

What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Tablesqty 18
Chairsqty 80
Registration desk
Bar stoolsqty 4

Equipment

Gaming computersqty 16
Gaming monitorsqty 16
Game consolesqty 4
Extra monitorsqty 2
Gaming keyboardsqty 16
Gaming miceqty 16
Gaming headsetsqty 20
Game controllersqty 8
Webcamsqty 2
Presentation screen
Projector
Projector screen
Laptopsqty 3
Wi-Fi router
Network Switchesqty 3
Ethernet cablesqty 24
Extension cordsqty 20
Power stripsqty 20
Cable reelsqty 4
Cable traysqty 12
Cable tiesqty 100
Gaffer tapeqty 6
USB hubsqty 8
HDMI cablesqty 12
Spare power suppliesqty 4
USB sticksqty 4
Speakersqty 2
Microphoneqty 2
Microphone standqty 2
Timerqty 2

Sports equipment

Tournament board
Scoreboardqty 2
Whistlesqty 4
Stopwatchesqty 4
Prizesqty 3
Medalsqty 20

Decorations

Event bannerqty 2
Directional signsqty 12
Name badgesqty 80
Tableclothsqty 18
Balloonsqty 100
Balloon pumpqty 2
Clothespinsqty 50

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 100
Platesqty 80
Cutlery setsqty 80
Small bowlsqty 16
Serving traysqty 6

Kitchen

Coolersqty 4
Coffee machinesqty 2
Kettlesqty 2
Thermos flasksqty 4
Cutting boardsqty 3
Knivesqty 4
Pliersqty 4
Serving spoonsqty 4

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 8
Bucketsqty 4
Mopsqty 4
Broomqty 2
Dustpan and brushqty 2
Cleaning glovesqty 8

Lighting

LED lightsqty 8
Light cablesqty 4

Catering

Groceries
- Spa Blauw - 8 bottles
- Spa Red - 4 bottles
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Ice tea - 4 bottles
- Energy drink - 48 cans
- Apple juice - 4 packs
- Orange juice - 4 cartons
- Coffee - 3 packs
- Decaf coffee - 1 pack
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Coffee cream - 4 tubs
- Milk - 6 liters
- Sugar - 2 packs
- Mints - 1 box
- Stir sticks - 200 pieces
- Paper napkins - 300 pieces
- Mini pizzas - 80 pieces
- Vegetarian pizzas - 20 pieces
- Vegan pizzas - 10 pieces
- Gluten-free pizzas - 6 pieces
- Paprika chips - 6 bags
- Plain chips - 6 bags
- Tortilla chips - 6 bags
- Salsa - 4 jars
- Cocktail nuts - 4 bags
- Popcorn - 4 bags
- Muesli bars - 60 pieces
- Chocolate bars - 40 pieces
- Cookies - 6 packs
- Apples - 40 pieces
- Bananas - 30 pieces
- Grapes - 4 tubs
- Mini cucumbers - 4 bags
- Carrots - 4 bags
- Hummus - 6 tubs
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 1 bottle
- Ham and cheese toasties - 30 pcs
- Vegetarian toasted sandwiches - 15 pieces
- Vegan toasted sandwiches - 10 pieces
- Gluten-free bread - 2 loaves
- Cheese - 2 packs
- Ham - 2 packs
- Vegan spread - 2 tubs
- Butter - 2 tubs
- Tomatoes - 12 pieces
- Cucumbers - 6 pieces
- Bell peppers - 8 pieces
- Ice cubes - 8 bags
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Baking paper - 2 rolls
- Disposable napkins - 2 packs
- Paper towels - 8 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 4 rolls
- Pedal bin liners - 3 rolls
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Glass cleaner - 1 bottle
- Disinfectant wipes - 6 packs
- Hand soap - 4 bottles
- Hand gel - 6 bottles
- Sponges - 2 packs
- Microfiber cloths - 2 packs
- Printer paper - 2 packs
- Ballpoint pens - 40 pieces
- Highlighters - 2 sets
- Packing tape - 4 rolls
- Name stickers - 100 pieces
- Wristbands - 100 pieces
- AA batteries - 24 pieces
- AAA batteries - 24 pieces
- Bandage strips - 2 boxes
- Ice packs - 4 pcs
- Nitrile gloves - 2 boxes

Tips

Plan one complete gaming setup for every player in a match, then add at least 1 spare mouse, keyboard, headset and controller for quick replacements. A single faulty peripheral should not hold up an entire round.
Bring enough Ethernet cables to connect every gaming station, plus 2–4 spare cables. Test the network at least 24 hours before the tournament rather than discovering connection problems during registration.
Use power strips and extension cords with room for every monitor, computer or console, but avoid joining multiple power strips together. Bring 1–2 spare power supplies and check the venue’s available power before setup day.
Pack cable ties, cable trays and gaffer tape before transporting the equipment. Label cables and stations during setup; this can save 15–30 minutes when a device needs to be swapped between matches.
Prepare USB sticks and at least 2 laptops for software installation, account checks and emergency administration. Keep a second copy of schedules, registration details and essential files offline in case the network fails.

Frequently asked questions

How many gaming setups do I need for an e-sports tournament?: Prepare one complete setup for each player who competes simultaneously. For a 16-player match, that means 16 gaming stations; add at least 1 spare set of key peripherals for equipment failures.
How many Ethernet cables should I buy for an e-sports tournament?: Count every wired device that needs a network connection, then add 2–4 spare Ethernet cables. For 16 stations plus network equipment, plan for roughly 20–24 cables, depending on the setup.
What power equipment do I need for an e-sports tournament?: Provide power for every computer or console, monitor, router, switch and laptop, with enough extension cords and power strips to reach the venue sockets. Check the power supply at least 1 week before the event and bring 1–2 spare power supplies.
When should I test the network and gaming equipment?: Do a full network and equipment test at least 24 hours before the tournament, including the game, competition software and player accounts. Repeat a short connection and display check immediately after setup on the event day.

Start this plan in Lizzt

Every task and item on this page, ready in your own event. Invite people, split the work, and see who has done what.

Organize this event for free with Lizzt

Organize for free and invite your contacts!