Unlike traditional sports, esports seasons vary significantly depending on the game and tournament organizers. I'll break down the main competitive seasons for popular esports titles.

For League of Legends, the primary season runs from January to October. The season starts with regional leagues like the LCS (North America) and LEC (Europe) in January, culminating in the World Championship in September-October. Each regional league has its own Spring Split (January-April) and Summer Split (June-August).

Dota 2's competitive calendar centers around The International (TI), typically held in August or October. The Dota Pro Circuit (DPC) season runs from November/December through The International, featuring three Major tournaments and regional leagues throughout the year.

Counter-Strike's tournament circuit operates year-round, but major events like ESL Pro League occur in specific seasons. The two main seasons are February-April and August-October, with other prestigious tournaments scattered throughout the year.

Valorant's Champions Tour (VCT) begins in January and concludes with Champions in August-September. The season is divided into two splits, with international tournaments like Masters taking place between regional competitions.

Overwatch League traditionally runs from April to October, with qualifying matches, regular season games, and playoffs leading to the Grand Finals.

For mobile esports, games like PUBG Mobile and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang typically follow a yearly schedule with multiple seasons. These usually run from March to December, with world championships in the latter part of the year.

Key times to watch for major esports events: - January-March: Season starts for most titles - April-June: Mid-season tournaments - July-September: Regional playoffs - September-November: World Championships - November-December: Off-season and preseason events

Remember that these schedules can change yearly based on organizer decisions and global events. It's best to check specific game websites or tournament organizers for the most current schedules.

The concept of an "offseason" is also different in esports, with many games having shorter breaks between competitive seasons compared to traditional sports. Some games maintain year-round competition with only brief pauses between major tournaments.

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