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Thursday, 14 May 2026 15:18

Laois is seen as the third highest nationally.

Two midlands counties are ranked in the top 10 of Ireland's Most Competitive Gaming Counties.

New research from Virgin Media Ireland, found that Laois is the third highest nationally with 1,240 competitive gaming searches per 100,000 people.

Laois also ranks as the country’s top county for Esports streaming, with 33% of adults watching Esports regularly.

In ninth place is Offaly, with 757 searches per 100,000 people, while Westmeath is all the way down in 21st with 364.

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