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By: Taylor Benson Click author's name for more of his/her articles

Video games have turned into a treasured pastime around the world with the increased potentials of computers and console units. Massive multiplayer online role playing games (MMORPG) have followers into the millions with World of Warcraft being the biggest draw of the day for online role playing.
Although a gamer myself I could not help but be shocked when I logged on to a website to setup my weekly television recordings for my HD DVR. There was a rotating banner of current events presenting on the satellite television lineup. Listed just three items below the Olympics was the Championship Gaming Series. Being a computer geek there was no doubt that this was referring to video gaming. After a little bit of research I discovered that professional video gaming is alive and well today.
I recollect the laughter that followed when we discovered that our son's school roommate had decided to ignore his studies to play Halo and pursue his aspiration to become a professional video gamer. Little did we know at the time there was such a job. Although the championship prize for the 2008 Championship Gaming Series (CGS) brought in a grand prize of $500,000, we are rejoicing that our son has his feet planted firmly off the ground in his aviation pursuits.
The Championship Gaming Series was broadcasted}} on Direct TV's 101 Network. This channel also shows exclusive shows like Friday Night Lights, Concerts, Rock & A Hard Place, and Supreme Court of Comedy. CGS is the first professional video gaming league with a structure that resembles sports leagues. The league consists of teams with general managers and contracted players. Cities across North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia, Australia and even the Middle East are represented in the league.
CGS events are seen by over 350 million people worldwide. Each team has ten players which each focus in a specific game. 2008 marks the second year of the league. The 2008 North American CGS finals have already occurred between the Dallas Venom and the Carolina Core. The Core came out the victor. The World Final Championship was held on July 28. Birmingham Salvo won the Mountain Dew Championship Trophy and a grand prize of $500,000.
Fans and interested viewers can watch next spring for the CGS Training Camp coverage and follow the 2009 gaming series each winner. Video gamers who want to try their hand at competing for a spot in the league can log in to the CGS website and register for the Pro-Am to show off their gaming skills.

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About The Author: Direct Star TV is the nation's leading provider of satellite television programming with over 265 channels available to subscribers. This television provider has a huge lineup of HD content with 95 channels in stunning high-def. Now that the 2008 CGS season has ended viewers can turn their sites on to Direct TV's exclusive NFL programming with the NFL Sunday Ticket or prepare for the fall season of their favorite television show.