Experience the strongest and internationally renowned Swiss esports team exclusively at HeroFest! Put your skills to the test and challenge the pros live on stage. Discover exclusive merchandise, chat with the organization, and gain exciting insights into the world of professional gaming. Whether you just want to watch, cheer on the players, or play yourself – here you can get up close and personal with the stars of the scene!

• Alexandre ‘Extra’ Paoli (FR) – Coach of the Rocket League team, 2022 world champion with Team BDS
• Ilias ‘Nuc’ Bizriken (FR) – Star player in the LEC, former member of Karmine Corp and Schalke 04; participant in the League of Legends World Championship 2023
• Joel ‘Irrelevant’ Miro Scharoll (DE) – Top laner for Team BDS in the LEC, active at the highest level for years
• Ilias (NL) – One of the best Tekken 7 players in Europe, first European to qualify for the Esports World Cup
• Mathieu “KiraKira” Nguyen (CH) – Swiss Tekken 7 veteran, known for his consistent performance and last-minute qualification for the Esports World Cup

HardRead brings fighting games to HeroFest! On Saturday and Sunday, we will be hosting tournaments in Tekken 8, Street Fighter 6, and Guilty Gear Strive; official direct qualifiers for the Swiss BundesBattle Season 3. Between matches, free-play stations with various games and arcade sticks invite you to try out, train, and exchange ideas. Come by, play with the community, and secure your place in the rankings!