OpTic Gaming

ProbablyMonsters Adds New Development Team, Multiplayer Game, and Chief Product Officer

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

ProbablyMonsters ™, an independent video game company that aims to change the way games are made, continues to cultivate new development teams and games under Chief Product Officer, media and entertainment executive Adam Rymer.

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ProbablyMonsters ™, an independent video game company that aims to change the way games are made, continues to cultivate new development teams and games under Chief Product Officer, media and entertainment executive Adam Rymer.
Additionally, the company revealed Hidden Grove , a new development team led by Chris Opdahl, which is working on an original multiplayer competitive adventure game using Unreal Engine 5.
As Chief Product Officer, providing advice, insight, and guidance to create opportunities for success across the board is a key part of Rymer’s role.
“Our definition of product isn't just the games here at ProbablyMonsters; it's also the design of the teams themselves,” said Adam Rymer.

Gaming and Esports Industry Veterans Launch POV Strategy and Research Agency Aiming to Help Brands Understand and Engage with Gamers

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

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DALLAS, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- POV Strategy and Research is a new challenger, bringing their deep gaming & esports industry experience and gaming audience expertise to assist brands with insights and gaming-focused marketing strategy.

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DALLAS, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- POV Strategy and Research is a new challenger, bringing their deep gaming & esports industry experience and gaming audience expertise to assist brands with insights and gaming-focused marketing strategy.
Co-founded by industry veterans Zach Eller and Justin Palacios, POV helps brands understand and engage the diverse and rapidly growing audience of gamers worldwide.
Recognizing this, POV Strategy and Research harnesses over a decade of combined experience in gaming and esports, having worked with leading organizations such as OpTic Gaming, GameSquare, and ZONED.
Additionally, POV will host a series of gaming camps aimed at introducing students to game development, gaming, and esports.

Luminosity Hosts Luminosity Makes Big Moves New York to Over 50,000 Concurrent Viewers, Expands Footprint in Highly Engaged Communities

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

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LOS ANGELES, Feb. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. (“Enthusiast Gaming” or the “Company”) (TSX: EGLX), the leading gaming and media company in North America, is pleased to announce that Luminosity Gaming, the Company’s gaming and esports brand and one of the largest esports organizations in the world, has seen a number of recent successes in connection with its continued investment in highly engaged gaming communities.

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In January 2024, Luminosity hosted one of its tentpole Super Smash Bros Ultimate events, Luminosity Makes Big Moves 2024, at the New Yorker Hotel in New York City in partnership with Even Matchup Gaming.
The three-day event had over 1,100 individuals competing in a variety of competitions and brought in over 1,500 total live attendees.
“Our live events and streams are the perfect opportunity for brands to integrate in a meaningful and authentic way,” commented Alex Gonzalez, Head of Luminosity Gaming.
“These communities are highly engaged and scalable,” commented Adrian Montgomery, interim Chief Executive Officer of Enthusiast Gaming.

Digital to driveway: Nissan’s longstanding link to video games

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

So, it’s perhaps no surprise that Nissan has been a regular car brand in the video game space for decades.

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So, it’s perhaps no surprise that Nissan has been a regular car brand in the video game space for decades.
One of the earliest examples of a driving video game came in 1976 through a partnership with Bally Manufacturing.
The purpose of the partnership was twofold: to enhance the SUVs’ personality and character, and to communicate important information without distracting the user – just like sounds do in the best video games.
Much like the greatest video game developers, Nissan is constantly innovating to deliver the latest technology to customers.

Luminosity Gaming Returns to Rocket League

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Friday, November 3, 2023

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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. (“Enthusiast Gaming” or the “Company”) (TSX: EGLX) today announced that Luminosity Gaming , the Company’s esports brand and one of the largest esports organizations in the world, has returned to Rocket League after a one-year hiatus.

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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. (“Enthusiast Gaming” or the “Company”) (TSX: EGLX) today announced that Luminosity Gaming , the Company’s esports brand and one of the largest esports organizations in the world, has returned to Rocket League after a one-year hiatus.
In connection with its return, Luminosity Gaming has secured two of the top North American competitors and former OpTic Gaming team members Retals and MaJicBear , positioning Luminosity to be immediately competitive in the North American scene.
“We have been waiting on the sidelines to find the right team to return to Rocket League, and we couldn’t be more excited that two of the most sought after talents of the off-season, Retals and MaJicBear, have decided to join Luminosity,” commented Alex Gonzalez, Head of Luminosity Gaming.
“Brands need gaming strategies to engage young audiences,” added Nick Brien, Chief Executive Officer of Enthusiast Gaming “The return of a Luminosity Gaming Rocket League team adds another engaged community to our vast portfolio of gaming assets.

Hector Rodriguez, gaming and media entrepreneur and OpTic Gaming CEO, joins Dallas Sidekicks ownership

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Monday, October 30, 2023

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ALLEN, Texas, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dallas Sidekicks announced today that gaming and media entrepreneur Hector Rodriguez, founder and CEO of OpTic Gaming, has joined its ownership group, in a push to fuse the thrill of indoor soccer with the dynamic world of gaming and esports.

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ALLEN, Texas, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dallas Sidekicks announced today that gaming and media entrepreneur Hector Rodriguez, founder and CEO of OpTic Gaming, has joined its ownership group, in a push to fuse the thrill of indoor soccer with the dynamic world of gaming and esports.
"This is all about connecting the rich traditions of soccer with the ever-evolving worlds of gaming and content.
Rodriguez founded Dallas-based OpTic Gaming in 2006 and it has since become one of the most successful gaming companies worldwide.
Under his direction, OpTic Gaming has fostered a global fan base called the Greenwall and won 50 championships across various esports titles.

eFuse Launches 'Creator League,' the First Competitive Gaming League Led by Creators and Powered by Their Community

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Saturday, September 2, 2023

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COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- eFuse, a leading esports software company that leverages proprietary automation to simplify the organization, broadcast, and distribution of marquee gaming events, and tournaments, announces the launch of the Creator League (link), a groundbreaking competitive gaming league led by creators and driven by their dedicated communities.

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"Alongside our major creators, we're looking to reimagine the ecosystem by putting creators, and their community first - the way it always should have been.
With creators and fans in charge, the inaugural Creators League season might just change gaming forever."
Leading the league is a renowned and diverse cast of creators, spanning music and IRL genres to traditional gaming and sandbox experiences.
For more information about the Creator League and to purchase community passes, visit CreatorLeague.GG

With Starfield™ Drop, Bethesda Game Studios and Elgato Unveil New Hardware Partnership

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

Made in collaboration with Bethesda Game Studios, the line celebrates some of gaming’s most beloved franchises.

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Made in collaboration with Bethesda Game Studios, the line celebrates some of gaming’s most beloved franchises.
For its first release, fans can collect limited-edition gear inspired by Starfield , Bethesda Game Studios’ first new universe in over 25 years.
Officially licensed by Bethesda Game Studios, the Starfield Wave:3 microphone and Stream Deck make ideal companions for any explorer.
Moving forward, Elgato and Bethesda Game Studios plan to reveal more custom releases over the coming year.

Dignitas Announces New Roster for 2022-23 RLCS Season

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Friday, September 30, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dignitas, the esports vertical of New Meta Entertainment, Inc. (NME), has today announced its Rocket League roster for the 2022-23 Rocket League Championship Series season. Andres "Dreaz" Jordan, Andrew "Andy" Nolan, and Robbie "Delta" Zager will form this exciting young North American roster. This move reaffirms Dignitas' commitment to fans in the North American region, and creates new opportunities for the organization to elevate live fan engagement across multiple Rocket League Esports events in 2023. NFL Running Back and Dignitas content creator Boston "B0ston." Scott will continue to serve as the roster's substitute player.

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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dignitas, the esports vertical of New Meta Entertainment, Inc. (NME), has today announced its Rocket League roster for the 2022-23 Rocket League Championship Series season.
Andres "Dreaz" Jordan, Andrew "Andy" Nolan, and Robbie "Delta" Zager will form this exciting young North American roster.
"We are thrilled to announce our North American Rocket League roster," said Michael Prindiville, CEO of New Meta Entertainment, Inc. and Dignitas.
Dignitas Rocket League will kick-off their RLCS season on Friday, September 30, 2022 when the team takes on the Open Qualifier with all 490 other hopefuls.

Tim Mulligan Joins XSET as the Head of Sales

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Thursday, July 14, 2022

"I'm beyond thrilled to join XSET as this is a huge opportunity to work with one of the best up-and-coming lifestyle/esports organizations in the world!" said Tim Mulligan. "I joined XSET, specifically, to have the opportunity to work with one of the most exciting lifestyle/gaming companies that truly is shaping and redefining pop culture -- which is focusing on inclusion, equality, creative expression, and cultural diversity. XSET is at the forefront of elevating that messaging."

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Former 100 Thieves executive focused on profitability across their apparel, content creators and esports teams as XSET celebrates its 2nd anniversary
BOSTON, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- XSET , the world's fastest-growing gaming and lifestyle organization, announced the new hire of sales expert, Tim Mulligan, to their team as XSET's new Head of Sales.
With over two decades of experience in the lifestyle and gaming industry, Mulligan comes from 100 Thieves where he was the Head of Strategic Accounts.
"Since starting XSET two years ago, we have been putting business decisions into play to help further the growth of the XSET brand."
"XSET is growing and reaching completely new heights coming into its second year," said Co-Founder and CEO of XSET, Greg Selkoe.