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Challengermode expands senior leadership team with global games experts to expand content offering

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2 years ago

June 21, 2022

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Leading global esports platform Challengermode today announced the appointment of Sutor Su as Senior Publisher, and Moacyr Amorosino as Game Developer Relations Manager as part of its initiative to build closer relationships with game developers in the esports space, and bolster the games offered on the platform.

Sutor Su joins Challengermode from Happy Elements, a leading interactive entertainment company in Asia focused on developing, operating and monetising online mobile games. His last 12 years of working in the games industry include a period as Head of Regional Business Development at EA Chillingo, building the EA subsidiary’s shanghai team from the group up, and introducing overseas games to the Chinese market.

Moacyr Amorosino brings more than 20 years of experience in the technology and gaming sectors to his new role as Game Developer Relations Manager at Challengermode, which includes roles at Valid, Xbox, Samsung, Brightstar, Nokia and Claro. He joins Challengermode from his position as Head of Gaming at Brazilian consumer electronics company Positivo Technology, where he oversaw the creation and execution of business plans for gaming, PC and related services.

Robel Efrem, CEO at Challengermode, said: “We are delighted to be bringing Sutor and Moacyr on board as we continue to expand our offering for Publishers and Game Developers to ensure Challengermode is at the forefront of competitive gaming tech. We are thrilled to have such talent strengthening the team and the caliber of these hires is a sign of things to come for Challengermode – both in terms of our expansion into exciting new esports markets, and in working directly with game developers to establish their own esports scenes for their competitive multiplayer games.”

Both Sutor and Moacyr will be responsible for establishing relationships with game developers and publishers, and driving business opportunities with Challengermode’s core partners to increase game engagement and bring new content to the platform. These hires signal a global drive to expand the Challengermode platform by working directly with game creators, and will contribute to the continued growth of the business.

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Tundra Esports Announces New Official Supplier Partnership with Gladiator PC

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12 hours ago

May 14, 2024

George Miller

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Tundra Esports, The International 11 Champions and a leading competitive esports team playing in Dota 2, proudly announces a game-changing collaboration with Gladiator PC, a pioneer in high-performance gaming technology as their Official Supplier.

As Tundra Esports continues its competitive success with its Dota 2 team on the road to the Esports World Cup, this alliance will provide top-of-the-line gaming hardware and solutions tailored to the players for the rigorous demands of the competitive scene.

This strategic partnership is a significant milestone for both as they join forces to elevate the team’s gaming experience on and off the stage. Both Tundra and Gladiator PC will combine their efforts in empowering the Dota 2 roster with their top of the range PC’s available. Through this collaboration, Tundra’s players and team members will benefit and showcase the award-winning systems to the next generation of avid gamers.

Together, Tundra and Gladiator PC aim to redefine what it means to compete at the highest level.

Maxim Demin Jr, Owner & Managing Director at Tundra Esports: “We are thrilled to embark on this journey with Gladiator PC. Their commitment to pushing the boundaries of gaming hardware aligns perfectly with our strategic vision of competitive excellence in esports.”

Gladiator PC shares Tundra Esports enthusiasm for this partnership. “Joining forces with Tundra Esports and their fighting spirit represents a commonality of shared goals. We strive to deliver unprecedented quality at the very best competitive pricing”, said Ian Fraser, Managing Director of Gladiator PC. “We are confident that our cutting-edge technology will enable Tundra’s players to unleash their full potential and dominate the competition.”

The collaboration between Tundra Esports’ and Gladiator PC promises to deliver groundbreaking advancements in gaming performance, setting a new standard for the esports industry. Fans and competitors alike can look forward to witnessing the impressive results of this dynamic partnership.

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Gen.G Acquires League of Legends Data Analytics Platform YOUR.GG

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1 day ago

May 13, 2024

GamingAmericas.com

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Global esports organization Gen.G announced their acquisition of YOUR.GG, a data analysis and networking platform for League of Legends players. This partnership comes as a new method for Gen.G to enhance the Gen.G Global Academy experience for students in the program. Gen.G is the first global esports academy equipped with such advanced analytical tools to help expand their offering to players looking to improve their game to a professional level.

“Over the last few years, we’ve been hard at work pioneering what is now the world’s largest esports academy. With over 10,000 students having gone through our curriculum, we see the clear need to develop better tools that gamers, coaches, and parents need to create the best gamers possible. YOUR.GG’s best-in-class data, technology and analytics combined with millions of hours of our professional and academy student coaching will be able to unlock the next generations of esports tools that can help realize the true potential of every student and pro in our program,” Arnold Hur, CEO of Gen.G, said.

This acquisition underscores the importance of data and analytics in developing and refining esports talent, a core principle at Gen.G. YOUR.GG will power both its pro team players and its academy students with data-driven tools and reports to foster growth and provide better insight into scouting for new talent.

“We plan to pioneer a shift in how talent is developed and measured in esports. By developing a tool that will bring a level of analysis and precision to esports that mirrors the most sophisticated training environments in traditional sports. We want to take a holistic approach to measure not just the data within the game, but how a student responds to coaching and feedback,” Min Chang Cha, Founder of YOUR.GG and current VP of Technology at Gen.G, said.

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Motorsport Games Launches RaceControl.gg and Announces Partnership with Coach Dave Academy

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2 days ago

May 13, 2024

GamingAmericas.com

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Motorsport Games Inc., a racing game developer and esports ecosystem provider, announced the launch of RaceControl.gg, a new dedicated platform designed to enhance player engagement with the latest news, updates, tips, and tricks its most recent game, Le Mans Ultimate. As part of this exciting initiative, Motorsport Games has partnered with Coach Dave Academy (Speed Capital Ltd) to manage the content and development of RaceControl.gg.

Under this partnership, Coach Dave Academy (CDA), renowned for their expertise in creating car setups in racing simulations, will curate and manage the content on RaceControl.gg, ensuring fans and players have access to the most relevant and useful information. CDA will further contribute to the Le Mans Ultimate gaming experience by providing new and optimized car setups directly in the game in a future update – allowing players to enhance their performance on the track.

Stephen Hood, CEO of Motorsport Games, commented on the launch and partnership: “We are excited to unveil RaceControl.gg as a brand-new destination for Le Mans Ultimate lovers, in collaboration with Coach Dave Academy. This platform is not just a news site; it’s a comprehensive resource that will grow, with time, to include live schedules and account functionalities to boost game engagement even when players are not logged into the app. Our partnership with Coach Dave Academy ensures that the site will be managed by the best in the business, enhancing the game experience with top-tier content and cutting-edge racing setups.”

Dave Perel, Founder of Coach Dave Academy, said: “We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with Motorsport Games on RaceControl.gg and our contribution of setups for Le Mans Ultimate. This partnership marks a significant milestone for us, underscoring our broad expertise in the sim racing domain. We’ve built our reputation on delivering first-class setups and tutorials. We’re excited to bring this proven formula to the Le Mans Ultimate player base, enhancing their gaming experience with the same dedication and quality that have been key to our success. Together with Motorsport Games, we are committed to enhancing the user experience, providing both novices and seasoned players with the tools they need to succeed on the track.”

The launch of RaceControl.gg and partnership with CDA marks a significant step forward in Motorsport Games’ strategy to expand the accessibility and visibility of Le Mans Ultimate and its RaceControl service beyond the traditional game environment. This initiative is designed and expected to create a more connected and engaged community around the game, providing a dynamic platform that evolves with the needs of its users.