Riot Games Releases Q&A Guide on Agent Relationships for Esports in EMEA

Riot Games has published a detailed Q&A Guide to assist professional players in the EMEA region to better understand and navigate relationships with their agents/representatives. This resource addresses key aspects of player representation, providing answers to frequently asked questions about agents, contracts, and player representation within the EMEA esports ecosystem.

Key Topics Covered in the Guide:

• Role of Agents: An overview of agent responsibilities, including negotiating contracts, managing sponsorships, and supporting career growth.

• Agent Selection: Recommendations for evaluating agent qualifications, asking the right questions, and assessing professional experience.

• Contracts and Obligations: Best practices for reviewing contracts, understanding fee structures, and ensuring transparency in financial matters.

• Representation of Underage Players: Guidelines for agents representing players under 18,  including protections in place for minors.

• Potential Challenges: Examples of issues players may encounter with agents, such as conflicts of interest, undisclosed fees, and contract pressures, with suggestions on how to handle these situations.

This Q&A Guide is designed to empower players with knowledge and promote informed decision-making in their professional relationships. By addressing critical areas of concern, it aims to foster a stronger, more transparent relationship between players and agents.

The guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice.

The Q&A Guide on Agent Relationships (EMEA) is available in English here. Additional translations will be available in the coming weeks to ensure accessibility for EMEA stakeholders in their preferred languages.