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Article: Pro gaming finds new viewers; fans rush to 'Spore'

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_THE WEIRD TURN PRO: Video gamers have been competing against each other since the days of "Donkey Kong," but the competition has gotten more intense as the popularity of online multiplayer games has exploded. Some players are even making money off their "Halo" or "Gears of War" expertise, collecting checks at tournaments all over the world.

The competition between pro gaming leagues is just as intense, with about half a dozen organizations sponsoring competitions. One of the more prestigious outfits is Major League Gaming, whose CEO, Matthew Bromberg, says it could be "the next major North American ...

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