Sports streaming got an upgrade! ESPN relaunched its app with fresh features, AI-powered personalization, and more content than ever. The revamped app arrives just in time for a packed fall sports calendar, making it a direct competitor to Fox’s new Fox One platform.
What’s Happening & Why This Matters
The new ESPN streaming app integrates livestreams directly into its interface, giving fans multiple subscription options. The unlimited plan, priced at $29.99 per month, unlocks all linear networks such as ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, SECN, ACCN, ESPNEWS, and ESPN Deportes. For those seeking a smaller package, the $19.99 select plan mirrors the current ESPN+ offerings.
One standout addition is the “Verts” feed. Modelled after TikTok, this vertical-scrolling hub showcases highlights, viral clips, and social content. ESPN also introduces “SportsCenter for You,” a beta feature powered by AI. It delivers news and recaps tailored to individual fans, voiced by familiar ESPN anchors.
Fantasy sports are now closer to the action. The ESPN Bet tab integrates betting and fantasy data into livestreams, showing key plays and updated stats during games.
For fans juggling multiple matchups, the new multi-view feature allows up to four games on one screen. At launch, however, ESPN presents these combinations rather than letting fans fully customize the view.
The scale of coverage is vast. ESPN promises over 47,000 live events each year, including the NFL, NBA, WNBA, MLB, NHL, college football, college basketball, NASCAR, INDYCAR, UFC, and global events like the FIFA World Cup. Starting 20 September, the app will also showcase WWE Premium Live Events, expanding its reach beyond traditional sports.
Fox is also stepping up. Fox One launches with bundled access to news, sports, and entertainment. Pricing starts at $19.99 monthly or $199.99 yearly. Beginning 2 October, fans can bundle Fox One and ESPN for $39.99 per month, creating a mega-streaming option for sports households.
TF Summary: What’s Next
The revamped ESPN app cements the network as a serious player in sports streaming. AI-driven personalization, bundled offerings, and multi-game viewing give fans more control over how they watch. With Fox entering the same arena, competition will only increase, and subscribers benefit from fresh features and bundled pricing.
Streaming’s next frontier is not just about carrying games but tailoring the viewing experience. Sports fans now expect real-time stats, fantasy integration, and AI-driven summaries alongside their games. That trend is here, and ESPN is making sure it leads the charge.
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