PICO x Intel WTT E-Smash 2025: The Future of Table Tennis in VR
The future of table tennis is stepping into an entirely new dimension with the launch of PICO x Intel WTT E-Smash 2025. Announced by World Table Tennis (WTT), PICO, and Intel, this groundbreaking event will debut alongside China Smash 2025 at Beijing’s Shougang Park.
It promises to merge the rich heritage of table tennis with cutting-edge immersive technology, offering fans and athletes an unprecedented experience that goes far beyond the table.
A Historic Fusion of Sport and Technology
Table tennis holds a deep cultural significance in China, often considered the nation’s favorite pastime and a global sporting powerhouse.
On the other hand, VR esports has rapidly become one of the most exciting new competitive frontiers. By bringing these two worlds together, PICO x Intel WTT E-Smash 2025 is not just staging a tournament—it’s rewriting the rules of what table tennis can be.
Backed by WTT’s expertise in the sport, PICO’s leadership in VR innovation, and Intel’s powerful computing backbone, the event is set to create a competitive ecosystem where elite athletes, gamers, and fans converge on the same stage.
The Structure of the Competition
The E-Smash 2025 competition unfolds in three key stages:
- Global Registration: August 25 – September 2, 2025
- Global Online Qualifiers: September 4 – September 14, 2025
- Finals: October 5, 2025, at Beijing’s Shougang Park, running alongside the China Finals and Global Finals
Fans visiting Shougang Park from September 25 to October 5 will also get to experience ten days of immersive VR gameplay inside PICO’s dedicated zone. This interactive showcase will allow audiences to step directly into the action, blurring the line between spectator and participant.
Powered by Eleven Table Tennis
At the heart of the VR competition lies Eleven Table Tennis, developed by For Fun Labs. Often hailed as the “gold standard” of VR table tennis, the game’s millimetre-precise physics engine ensures that every rally, spin, and smash feels incredibly real.
A standout feature is its new Mixed Reality (MR) mode, which allows players to place a virtual table in real-world environments. This means any living room, office, or open space can instantly transform into a competitive arena—making table tennis more accessible than ever before.
The Role of Intel and PICO
Behind the seamless gameplay experience are two tech giants: Intel and PICO. Intel delivers the high-performance infrastructure needed for global online play, ensuring smooth and stable competition across continents.
PICO, meanwhile, provides the VR hardware and immersive technology that make the entire experience possible. Together, they guarantee not just accessibility, but a truly world-class esports standard.
China Smash 2025 Meets VR Esports
While China Smash 2025 will gather the world’s best athletes in Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles, the addition of WTT E-Smash 2025 elevates the event to new heights.
The roar of real-world rallies will echo alongside the buzz of VR headsets, creating a sporting festival where physical and digital performances coexist.
This isn’t just about table tennis anymore—it’s about evolution. When traditional sports meet immersive technology, the result is something bigger than competition: the creation of a whole new arena.
The launch of PICO x Intel WTT E-Smash 2025 marks a turning point not just for table tennis, but for esports as a whole. By combining VR’s limitless potential with one of the world’s most beloved sports, the event will showcase what the future of competition looks like—interactive, accessible, and globally connected.
Whether you’re a table tennis enthusiast, a VR gamer, or simply curious about the next big leap in esports, this is one event you won’t want to miss.
For more information, visit PICO’s official website.
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