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closed 9/3/2019 via GlobeNewswire

Luminosity Gaming merged with Enthusiast Gaming Inc.,

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synopsis: Enthusiast, the fastest-growing online community of video gamers, has completed the merger with Luminosity Gaming, one of the largest globally recognized esports organizations in North America. Their headquarters is located in Toronto, Canada.
buyer: Enthusiast Gaming Inc. (TSXV:EGLX:$120.27)
Founded in 2014, Enthusiast is the fastest-growing online community of video gamers. Through the Company’s unique acquisition strategy, it has a platform of over 80 owned and affiliated websites and currently reaches over 75 million monthly visitors with its unique and curated content. "
 target: Luminosity Gaming
Founded in February 2015, Luminosity Gaming, is one of the largest globally recognized esports organization in North America. Their headquarters is located in Toronto, Canada.
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closed 7/5/2022 via BNC Analysis

Infinite Reality, Inc., acquired ReKTGlobal

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synopsis: Infinite Realty, Inc., the Metaverse innovation and entertainment company, announced the close of their acquisition of esports and entertainment conglomerate ReKTGlobal, Inc. ReKTGlobal is a cutting-edge digital entertainment organization that helps connect brands with what’s now and what’s next.
buyer: Infinite Reality, Inc.
Infinite Reality, Inc. is fostering a revolution of data, commerce, online authenticity, and digital transparency. Their Metaverse Empowerment Group advises, manages, designs, and oversees custom features leveraging their expert internal and creator community resources "
 target: ReKTGlobal
ReKTGlobal is a cutting-edge digital entertainment organization that helps connect brands with what’s now and what’s next, from traditional sports and esports to social media, music, and more. ReKT is the parent to brands including esports organizations Rogue and the London Royal Ravens.
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closed 4/27/2022 via PR Newswire

Unleashed Brands, acquired XP League, LLC

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synopsis: Unleashed Brands has acquired XP League, the first-to-market youth esports franchise. XP League is an esports league modeled after classic youth sports organizations that incorporate themes of sportsmanship, teamwork and positive behavior centered around age-appropriate video game competitions for elementary, middle and high school students.
buyer: Unleashed Brands
Unleashed Brands, currently includes portfolio brands Urban Air Adventure Park, Snapology, The Little Gym and Premier Martial Arts and Class 101, and was founded to curate and grow a portfolio of the most innovative and profitable brands that help kids learn, play and grow. "
 target: XP League, LLC
XP League is the first-to-market youth esports league franchise that bridges the gap between conventional youth athletics and competitive esports. XP League provides an innovative program that fosters social skills and sportsmanship through a positive, certified coach-led structure.
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closed 7/1/2021 via gamesindustry.biz

GameSquare Esports Inc., acquired Complexity Gaming

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synopsis: Canada-based GameSquare has acquired US firm NextGen Tech, which trades as Complexity Gaming. Established in 2003, Complexity is one of America’s premier and longest standing esports organizations. Over the past 18 years, Complexity has won over 140 championships in nearly 30 games.
buyer: GameSquare Esports Inc. (CNSX:GSQ:$1.22)
GameSquare Esports Inc. is an international gaming and esports company headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The Company is seeking to acquire additional assets and entities serving the gaming and esports markets and, more broadly, in sports and entertainment. "
 target: Complexity Gaming
Established in 2003, Complexity is one of America’s premier and longest standing esports organizations. Over the past 18 years, Complexity has won over 140 championships in nearly 30 games.
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$28
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announced 6/23/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Intema Solutions, will acquire Team BloodHounds Inc.

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synopsis: Intema signs letter of intent to acquire Team BloodHounds Inc., owner of the Team BH esports team. Team BH is the second most-followed esports brand based out of Canada and is one of the most influential Fortnite teams in North America, with a current total brand following of 775,000+ people across YouTube, Instagram & Twitter.
buyer: Intema Solutions (TSXV:ITM:$0.09)
Intema is a publicly traded holding company that specializes in holding technological businesses in various technology sectors. They offer services in predictive marketing, behavioral email campaigns and custom integrations all aimed at helping optimize all client's business needs. "
 target: Team BloodHounds Inc.
Team BH is the second most-followed esports brand based out of Canada and is one of the most influential Fortnite teams in North America, with a current total brand following of 775,000+ people across YouTube, Instagram & Twitter.
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closed 2/17/2021 via BNC Analysis

Omaken Sports AS, acquired Heroic.gg

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synopsis: Omaken Sports, an esport organization based in Norway with world class players in PUBG, announced it has acquired Danish organization Heroic. Heroic is a newly founded and player-owned Counter-Strike: Global Offensive team that competes among the very best globally.
buyer: Omaken Sports AS (OTCNO:OMAKEN:$0.00)
Omaken Sports is an esport organization based in Norway with world class players in PUBG. Omaken Sports was founded in 2020 by Norwegian content creator Joachim “Noobwork” Haraldsen. "
 target: Heroic.gg
Heroic is a newly founded and player-owned Counter-Strike: Global Offensive team® that competes among the very best globally. Heroic was formed in August 2016, initially featuring the members of Team X.
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closed 3/17/2021 via GlobeNewswire

GameSquare Esports Inc., acquired Reciprocity Corp.

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synopsis: GameSquare Esports Inc., a Canadian gaming and esports company, is pleased to announce the closing of the previously announced acquisition of Reciprocity Corp., a privately held gaming and esports company in Toronto, Canada.
buyer: GameSquare Esports Inc. (CNSX:GSQ:$1.22)
GameSquare Esports Inc. is an international gaming and esports company headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The Company is seeking to acquire additional assets and entities serving the gaming and esports markets and, more broadly, in sports and entertainment. "
 target: Reciprocity Corp.
Toronto-based, Reciprocity, owns three gaming and esports assets: a CrossFire franchise in China that it owns with LGD Gaming, a 40% interest in a League of Legends team in Latin America, and, GCN, Inc., a digital media company focusing on the gaming and esports audience.
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announced 11/12/2020 via BNC Analysis

YDX Innovation Corp., will acquire Shattered Dreams Esports

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synopsis: YDX Innovation Corp, a global leader in the commercialization of immersive technologies that incorporate VR, AR, esports, and gaming, will acquire Shattered Dreams Esports (SxD), an esports organization in Canada. SxD identifies prospective professional esports players and content creators and empowers them to take their careers to the next level.
buyer: YDX Innovation Corp. (TSXV:YDX:$1.58)
YDX Innovation is a global leader in the commercialization of immersive technologies that incorporate virtual reality, augmented reality, esports, and gaming. Its core business seeks to monetize through licensing its IP, developing interactive exhibitions, and esports tournaments and content. "
 target: Shattered Dreams Esports
Shattered Dreams Esports (SxD) is a community driven esports organization in Canada that competes in 10+ different game titles. SxD identifies prospective professional esports players and content creators and empowers them to take their careers in gaming to the next level.
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closed 10/21/2020 via PR Newswire

Andrew Steinberg and Todd Harris, acquired Ghost Gaming US

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synopsis: Ghost Gaming, a premier gaming lifestyle brand focused on cultivating the best talent in video gaming, was acquired by a group of Atlanta-based investors led by Andrew Steinberg and Todd Harris. The move will further establish the area as a central hub of the growing esports landscape.
buyer: Andrew Steinberg and Todd Harris
Andrew Steinberg is the Founder and Managing Partner at Phoenix Capital Ventures and former Chief Revenue and Business Officer for the Atlanta Hawks. Todd Harris is the co-founder of Hi-Rez Studios and CEO of Skillshot Media. "
 target: Ghost Gaming US
Ghost Gaming is a premier gaming lifestyle brand focused on cultivating and facilitating the best talent in gaming, design, and content creation, providing a platform to create unique partnerships in sports, music, entertainment, fashion, and tech.
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closed 1/21/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Esports Entertainment Group, Inc., acquired Esports Gaming League

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synopsis: Esports Entertainment Group, Inc., a licensed online gambling company in Malta with a focus on esports wagering and 18+ gaming, has acquired the Esports Gaming League (EGL), a fast-growing UK-based esports company serving a rapidly expanding community of gamers in Europe, Middle East, and the Americas.
buyer: Esports Entertainment Group, Inc. (OTCPK:GMBL:$0.00)
Esports Entertainment Group is a licensed Malta-based online gambling company with a focus on esports wagering and 18+ gaming. The company offers fantasy, pools, fixed odds, and exchange style wagering on esports events in a licensed, regulated, and secure platform to the global esports audience. "
 target: Esports Gaming League
Esports Gaming League (EGL) is a UK-based esports company serving gamers in Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas. EGL is a B2B-centric provider of live and online events and tournaments where gamers can compete and enjoy a wide range of content relating to esports and video games.
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announced 2/26/2020 via BNC Analysis

Australian Esports League, will acquire The Cubs Esports Pty Ltd

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synopsis: Leading esports companies Cubs Esports and Critical Hit Entertainment (CHE), operator of The Australian Esports Leage (AEL), officially announce their intention to merge. The new group will continue to trade under the CHE banner. Cubs Esports is a leading Esports company formerly known as Diemens Esports.
buyer: Australian Esports League
The Australian Esports League (AEL) is a provider of premier esports competitions in Australia, attracting competitors from across the nation. The vision of the AEL is to develop the most entertaining, engaging and respected esports experience in Australia. It is owned by Critical Hit Entertainment."
 target: The Cubs Esports Pty Ltd
Cubs Esports is a leading Esports company formerly known as Diemens Esports. The Cubs are an Australian based esports franchise coming to gaming arenas.
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closed 11/15/2019 via GlobeNewswire

Beasley Broadcast Group, Inc., acquired Houston Outlaws

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synopsis: Beasley Broadcast Group, Inc., a multi-platform media company providing advertising and digital marketing solutions across the United States through its radio broadcast and digital operations, has acquired the Overwatch League’s Houston Outlaws esports team from an affiliate of Immortals Gaming Club.
buyer: Beasley Broadcast Group, Inc. (NasdaqGM:BBGI:$265.03)
Beasley Broadcast Group, Inc. is a multi-platform media company providing advertising and digital marketing solutions across the United States through its radio broadcast and digital operations. "
 target parent: Immortals, LLC
target: Houston Outlaws
The Houston Outlaws are a professional franchised esports team participating in the Overwatch League, representative of the cities Houston, Austin, and San Antonio.
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closed 5/29/2019 via BNC Analysis

OverActive Media, acquired MAD Lions Esports Club

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synopsis: OverActive Media has acquired Spanish organization MAD Lions Esports Club. MAD Lions is a Spanish esports organisation that was formed in August 2017. The club currently competes at the highest national level in League of Legends, Counter Strike: Global Offensive, Clash Royale and FIFA.
buyer: OverActive Media
OverActive Media (OAM) is an integrated global company delivering esports and video game entertainment. OAM combines team ownership with audience engagement to better connect with fans, franchise partners and corporate sponsors around the world. "
 target: MAD Lions Esports Club
MAD Lions is a Spanish esports organisation that was formed in August 2017. The club currently competes at the highest national level in League of Legends, Counter Strike: Global Offensive, Clash Royale and FIFA.
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closed 2/27/2019 via BNC Analysis

Tainted Minds Acquisition Group, acquired Tainted Minds

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synopsis: Australian esports organisation Tainted Minds has been acquired by private investors and will rebrand as ICON Esports. The investors are Raymond Burke, Edward Abbot, Mathew Davey, Nathan Taylor, and Adrian Whittingham.
buyer: Tainted Minds Acquisition Group
The investors are Raymond Burke, Chairman of Highlanders Super Rugby, Edward Abbot, CEO of QMS Sport, Mathew Davey, Founder & CEO of Ticketdirect, Nathan Taylor, Managing Director for Capital Markets at Commonwealth Bank, and Adrian Whittingham, Executive Director of Pinnacle Investment Management. "
 target: Tainted Minds
Tainted Minds is an Australian based competitive gaming organization with professional esports teams across a range of titles. The teams chase their dreams and compete on some of the largest stages in the world.
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announced 12/21/2018 via GlobeNewswire

SMAAASH Entertainment Private Limited, will acquire Simplicity Esports

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synopsis: SMAAASH Entertainment Inc. announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to combine with Simplicity Esports, LLC via an all stock acquisition. Simplicity is an established brand in the esports industry with an engaged fan base competing in popular games across different genres, including PUBG, Gears of War, Injustice 2 and NHL 19.
buyer: SMAAASH Entertainment Private Limited (SMSH:$0.00)
SMAAASH is a global entertainment company offering interactive sports experiences and virtual reality gaming technology, headquartered in Mumbai India. SMAAASH presently operates world-class entertainment centers across 39 locations in India, and one international center in the U.S. "
 target: Simplicity Esports
Simplicity is an established brand in the esports industry with an engaged fan base competing in popular games across different genres, including PUBG, Gears of War, Injustice 2 and NHL 19.
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closed 11/21/2018 via BNC Analysis

OverActive Media, acquired Splyce

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synopsis: OverActive Media Group Inc., has acquired global esports stalwart, Splyce Inc. Splyce is home to top level teams across multiple esports titles around the globe. Since its inception, the organization has grown to include teams in League of Legends, Call of Duty, Rocket League,, Starcraft II, Halo, Smite and Paladins.
buyer: OverActive Media
Based in Canada, OverActive Media is an integrated company delivering esports and video game entertainment experiences to fans through franchise ownership, strategic partnerships, investments and acquisitions. "
 target: Splyce
Splyce is home to top level teams across multiple esports titles around the globe. Since its inception, the organization has grown to include teams in League of Legends, Call of Duty, Rocket League,, Starcraft II, Halo, Smite and Paladins.
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closed 2/7/2018 via Company Press Release

Community Entertainment Svenska AB, acquired Red Reserve

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synopsis: Battleriff Gaming AB has sold its subsidiary Red Reserve AB to the public company Community Entertainment Sverige AB, “CEAB”. Red Reserve is a well-known international brand for esports teams. CEAB's business focus is gameification through different quiz products.
buyer: Community Entertainment Svenska AB (XSAT:CEAB:$0.23)
Community Entertainment Svenska AB (publ), through its subsidiaries, focuses on commercializing proprietary software for online quizzes. It serves entertainment, information, and education industries. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Stockholm, Sweden. "
 target parent: Battleriff Gaming AB
target: Red Reserve
Red Reserve is an international gaming entertainment brand, best known for their roots in the Call of Duty sniping community. They own and manage professional esports teams in the games COD, (Call of Duty), FIFA and Gears of War.
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closed 11/6/2017 via BNC Analysis

Jerry Jones and John Goff, acquired Complexity Gaming

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synopsis: Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and real estate investor John Goff have acquired a majority stake in North American esports franchise compLexity Gaming. Founded in 2003, compLexity has been a consistent and driving force in multiple competitive gaming scenes across North America.
buyer: Jerry Jones and John Goff
Jerry Jones is the owner of the Dallas Cowboys. John Goff is a private investor based in Fort Worth, Texas, and the co-founder of Crescent Real Estate Equities. "
 target: Complexity Gaming
Founded in 2003, compLexity has been a consistent and driving force in multiple competitive gaming scenes across North America. Their esports teams and players have amassed over 120 major championship wins and have been featured in outlets including Sports Illustrated and The Wall Street Journal.
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announced 5/17/2017 via Company Press Release

Onslaught eSports, will acquire The Roanoke Reign

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synopsis: Onslaught eSports, one of the top professional competitive eSports organizations world-wide, has reached a deal to acquire the Roanoke Reign, a multi-platform professional electronic sport company. Reign has competitive players competing around the country on Call of Duty, CSGO, Super Smash Bros, and Gears of War.
buyer: Onslaught eSports
Onslaught eSports is one of the top professional competitive eSports organizations world-wide, competing in both console and PC video game titles such as Call of Duty, Gears of War, Counter Strike, Halo, Smite, Rocket League, and more. "
 target: The Roanoke Reign
The Roanoke Reign is a multi-platform professional electronic sport company. Reign houses talented teams and players that compete at the highest level of eSport competition. Reign has competitive players competing around the country on Call of Duty, CSGO, Super Smash Bros, and Gears of War.
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closed 2/23/2017 via Company Press Release

Challengeme Esports GmbH, acquired eSports Hero, Inc.

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synopsis: Challengeme Esports GmbH, provider of one of the most sophisticated eSports Matchmaking & Tournament Platforms, announced the acquisition of US-based eSports Hero Inc., a skilled gaming platform where gamers of all skills levels can compete for cash prizes and glory playing the top global Esports.
buyer: Challengeme Esports GmbH
Challengeme Esports GmbH (CME) is an established business in the rapidly growing eSports space, based in Berlin, Germany. CME provides a world class eSports tournament and matchmaking platform, which caters to social players, competitive and even pro gamers, as well as professional streamers. "
 target: eSports Hero, Inc.
Esports Hero is a skilled gaming platform where gamers of all skills levels can compete for cash prizes and glory playing the top global Esports such as Hearthstone and Dota 2. The ESH platform facilitates both money matches and bracketed tournaments and offers multiple compliant payout options.
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closed 9/3/2019 via GlobeNewswire

Luminosity Gaming merged with Enthusiast Gaming Inc.,

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synopsis: Enthusiast, the fastest-growing online community of video gamers, has completed the merger with Luminosity Gaming, one of the largest globally recognized esports organizations in North America. Their headquarters is located in Toronto, Canada.
buyer: Enthusiast Gaming Inc. (TSXV:EGLX:$120.27)
Founded in 2014, Enthusiast is the fastest-growing online community of video gamers. Through the Company’s unique acquisition strategy, it has a platform of over 80 owned and affiliated websites and currently reaches over 75 million monthly visitors with its unique and curated content. "
 target: Luminosity Gaming
Founded in February 2015, Luminosity Gaming, is one of the largest globally recognized esports organization in North America. Their headquarters is located in Toronto, Canada.
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closed 11/23/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Enthusiast Gaming Inc., acquired Outplayed, Inc.

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synopsis: Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. has acquired Outplayed, Inc., owners of U.GG, one of the largest League of Legends fan communities in the world. U.GG has grown into one of the largest global services for the world’s most popular esport, League of Legends, by turning better data into smarter insights for fans and gamers.
buyer: Enthusiast Gaming Inc. (TSXV:EGLX:$120.27)
Based in Canada, Enthusiast Gaming is building the largest media and content platform for video game and esports fans to connect and engage worldwide. Enthusiast Gaming provides a unique opportunity and integrated approach to reach and connect with its coveted GenZ and Millennial audience. "
 target: Outplayed, Inc.
Outplayed, Inc. are the owners of U.GG, one of the largest League of Legends fan communities in the world. U.GG has grown into one of the largest global services for the world’s most popular esport, League of Legends, by turning better data into smarter insights for fans and gamers.
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closed 9/7/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Enthusiast Gaming Inc., acquired Addicting Games, Inc.

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synopsis: Canada-based Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. has acquired Addicting Games, Inc, an innovator in online casual gaming. The acquisition expands Enthusiast Gaming's fan flywheel into casual gaming to own more monthly active users and viewers within the key Gen Z and Millennial demographics.
buyer: Enthusiast Gaming Inc. (TSXV:EGLX:$120.27)
Based in Canada, Enthusiast Gaming is building the largest media and content platform for video game and esports fans to connect and engage worldwide. Enthusiast Gaming provides a unique opportunity and integrated approach to reach and connect with its coveted GenZ and Millennial audience. "
 target: Addicting Games, Inc.
Addicting Games is considered a trailblazer in casual gaming. Since the early 2000’s, Addicting Games has worked with game developers to create and distribute free online and mobile games including action games, sports games, puzzle games, io games, and many more.
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closed 9/2/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Enthusiast Gaming Inc., acquired GameKnot LLC

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synopsis: Canada-based Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc., a media and content platform for video game and esports fans to connect and engage, has acquired GameKnot LLC, a news, strategy, and community site for casual and competitive chess players that offers multiple forms of competition via chess tournaments, leagues, and ladders.
buyer: Enthusiast Gaming Inc. (TSXV:EGLX:$120.27)
Based in Canada, Enthusiast Gaming is building the largest media and content platform for video game and esports fans to connect and engage worldwide. Enthusiast Gaming provides a unique opportunity and integrated approach to reach and connect with its coveted GenZ and Millennial audience. "
 target: GameKnot LLC
GameKnot is a news, strategy, and community site for casual and competitive chess players, offering multiple forms of competition via chess tournaments, leagues, and ladders. With free and premium subscription offerings, the site also provides resources including lessons and puzzles.
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closed 6/24/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Enthusiast Gaming Inc., acquired Tabwire LLC

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synopsis: Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc., a media and content platform for video game and esports fans to connect and engage, has acquired Tabwire, owner of TabStats, a technology and data platform that enables gamers, by way of a registered user profile, to track their player and game stats.
buyer: Enthusiast Gaming Inc. (TSXV:EGLX:$120.27)
Enthusiast Gaming is building the largest media and content platform for video game and esports fans to connect and engage worldwide. Enthusiast Gaming provides a unique opportunity and integrated approach to reach and connect with its coveted GenZ and Millennial audience. "
 target: Tabwire LLC
Tabwire, owner of TabStats, is a technology and data platform that enables gamers, by way of a registered user profile, to track their player and game stats.
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closed 5/10/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Enthusiast Gaming Inc., acquired Icy Veins

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synopsis: Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc., the largest gaming media platform in North America, has acquired Icy Veins, one the largest independent Activision Blizzard fan communities generating over 3 billion lifetime views of content.
buyer: Enthusiast Gaming Inc. (TSXV:EGLX:$120.27)
Enthusiast Gaming is building the world's largest platform of communities for gamers and esports fans. Already the largest gaming platform in North America and the United Kingdom, the Company's business is comprised of three main pillars: Media, Entertainment and Esports. "
 target: Icy Veins
Icy Veins is one the largest independent Activision Blizzard fan communities generating over 3 billion lifetime views of content. The platform provides news and strategy guides for leading franchises like World of Warcraft, Diablo, Heroes of the Storm, Hearthstone and Overwatch.
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closed 8/31/2020 via GlobeNewswire

Enthusiast Gaming Inc., acquired Omnia Media, Inc.

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synopsis: Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. has acquired Omnia Media Inc. from Blue Ant Media Solutions Inc., to create the largest gaming media, esports and entertainment platform in North America by users, with 300 million video game and esports fans monthly. Omnia is the largest gaming video network globally with over 50M unique visitors per month.   
buyer: Enthusiast Gaming Inc. (TSXV:EGLX:$120.27)
Enthusiast Gaming is building the world's largest platform of communities for gamers and esports fans. Already the largest gaming platform in North America and the United Kingdom, the Company's business is comprised of three main pillars: Media, Entertainment and Esports. "
 target parent: Blue Ant Media
target: Omnia Media, Inc.
Omnia is the largest gaming video network globally with over 50M unique visitors per month across its portfolio of owned assets and represented talent. Omnia produces some of the most popular series on YouTube including the 'Sidemen Show' and 'The Squad'.
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$34
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closed 9/3/2019 via GlobeNewswire

Luminosity Gaming merged with Enthusiast Gaming Inc.,

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synopsis: Enthusiast, the fastest-growing online community of video gamers, has completed the merger with Luminosity Gaming, one of the largest globally recognized esports organizations in North America. Their headquarters is located in Toronto, Canada.
buyer: Enthusiast Gaming Inc. (TSXV:EGLX:$120.27)
Founded in 2014, Enthusiast is the fastest-growing online community of video gamers. Through the Company’s unique acquisition strategy, it has a platform of over 80 owned and affiliated websites and currently reaches over 75 million monthly visitors with its unique and curated content. "
 target: Luminosity Gaming
Founded in February 2015, Luminosity Gaming, is one of the largest globally recognized esports organization in North America. Their headquarters is located in Toronto, Canada.
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closed 1/3/2019 via GlobeNewswire

Enthusiast Gaming Inc., acquired The Sims Resource

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synopsis: Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. has completed the acquisition of the assets of The Sims Resource (“TSR”). Established in 1999, TSR has grown to become the world’s largest female video gaming content and community destination online. The website offers custom content built around the popular Sims™ video game franchise.
buyer: Enthusiast Gaming Inc. (TSXV:EGLX:$120.27)
Founded in 2014, Enthusiast is the fastest-growing online community of video gamers. Through the Company’s unique acquisition strategy, it has a platform of over 80 owned and affiliated websites and currently reaches over 75 million monthly visitors with its unique and curated content. "
 target: The Sims Resource
Established in 1999, The Sims Resource (“TSR”) has grown to become the world’s largest female video gaming content and community destination online. The website offers custom content built around the popular Sims video game franchise, which can be downloaded by users to alter and/or expand gameplay.
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closed 10/7/2019 via GlobeNewswire

Enthusiast Gaming Inc., acquired Steel Media Ltd.

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synopsis: Enthusiast Gaming, a vertically integrated video game and esports company, has acquired Steel Media, a leading mobile gaming and live events company. Enthusiast Gaming is the largest gaming network in the U.S., and the acquisition of Steel Media adds 20 mobile gaming websites and 25 live mobile events worldwide to its media and events business.
buyer: Enthusiast Gaming Inc. (TSXV:EGLX:$120.27)
Enthusiast Gaming a vertically integrated video game and esports company comprised of three main pillars: Media, Events, and Esports. Their digital media platform includes +100 gaming related websites and 900 YouTube channels which collectively reach 150 million visitors monthly. "
 target: Steel Media Ltd.
Steel Media Limited is the largest mobile gaming network in the world, which holds a significant portfolio of consumer and B2B websites, and a series of successful global live networking events. They are based in the UK.
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closed 11/14/2018 via GlobeNewswire

Enthusiast Gaming Inc., acquired Operation Sports

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synopsis: Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc., a digital media company building the largest community of authentic gamers, has acquired the assets of Operation Sports LLC, one of the largest online sports video gaming news and community forums.
buyer: Enthusiast Gaming Inc. (TSXV:EGLX:$120.27)
Founded in 2014, Enthusiast is the fastest-growing online community of video gamers. Through the Company’s unique acquisition strategy, it has a platform of over 70 owned and affiliated websites and currently reaches over 75 million monthly visitors with its unique and curated content. "
 target: Operation Sports
Since its inception in 1998, Operation Sports has grown from a small community driven news site into an industry leading destination for sports video gaming enthusiasts to connect online.
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$0.35
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closed 7/26/2018 via GlobeNewswire

Enthusiast Gaming Inc., acquired The Escapist

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synopsis: Enthusiast Gaming, an online network of websites devoted to video gaming and Canada's largest video-gaming expo, has acquired The Escapist Magazine, a leading online magazine focused on in-depth coverage of the video game industry in addition to movies, comics, TV, and more.
buyer: Enthusiast Gaming Inc. (TSXV:EGLX:$120.27)
Enthusiast owns and operates an online network of websites devoted to video gaming and Canada's largest video-gaming expo. Between its online digital media properties, its network of partner websites, and video-gaming gaming expo, Enthusiast engages millions of video gaming enthusiasts worldwide. "
 target parent: Zelnick Media Capital
target: The Escapist
The Escapist covers digital culture with a progressive editorial style, with articles and columns by the top writers in and outside of the digital entertainment industry.
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closed 6/21/2017 via PR Newswire

Enthusiast Gaming Inc., acquired Destructoid

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synopsis: Enthusiast Gaming Inc., the fastest growing online community of video gamers, is excited to announce that it has acquired Destructoid.com, a leading online authority for over 10 years as the alternative to mainstream gaming news sites and a sought-after destination for gamers to blog about their favorite video games.
buyer: Enthusiast Gaming Inc. (TSXV:EGLX:$120.27)
Enthusiast Gaming is the fastest growing online community of video gamers. Together with its owned digital properties and live events, it reaches over 50 million gamers monthly across 50 websites worldwide. "
 target: Destructoid
Based in San Francisco, Destructoid has been a leading online authority for over 10 years as the alternative to mainstream gaming news sites and a sought-after destination for gamers to blog about their favorite video games. They consistently attract 5 million monthly visitors.
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closed 6/15/2017 via PR Newswire

Social Chain, purchased Gaming Portfolio from DEVISE

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synopsis: Social Chain, Europe's largest social media marketing agency, has acquired the viral gaming portfolio of DEVISE, a company that partners with Social Influencers to create engaging digital media properties. The acquisition includes a large network of influential video game-related social media channels and websites.
buyer: Social Chain (DB:PU11:$0.00)
Social Chain is Europe's largest, and fastest growing Social Media and Influencer Marketing agency. They don't believe in traditional marketing, they believe in disruptive, internet - breaking social media. They are based in Manchester, UK. "
 seller: DEVISE
The acquisition includes the gaming portfolio of DEVISE. The portfolio includes a large network of influential video game-related social media channels and websites that reaches a combined 500 million people per month.
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closed 6/12/2012 via BNC Analysis

Advanstar Communications Inc., acquired Comikaze Expo

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synopsis: Advanstar Communications, a b-to-b media company and event organizer in the fashion, powersports, licensing and dental markets, among others, has entered into the comics event market with the purchase of the year-old Stan Lee’s Comikaze Expo Presented by POW! Entertainment (formerly Comikaze Expo).
buyer parent: Veronis Suhler Stevenson
buyer: Advanstar Communications Inc.
Advanstar Communications Inc. provides events, publications and directories, electronic products, Websites, and educational and direct marketing products and services to business professionals and consumers in fashion, life sciences, and powersports industries. "
 target parent: POW! Entertainment
target: Comikaze Expo
Comikaze Expo is Los Angeles’ first and only large-scale multi-media, popular culture convention. The two day event is held during the fall at the Los Angeles Convention Center, located in downtown Los Angeles, California.
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closed 10/26/2022 via BNC Analysis

FANDOM, purchased Seven Entertainment and Gaming Brands from Red Ventures, LLC

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synopsis: Entertainment platform Fandom announced its acquisition of seven entertainment and gaming brands from media company Red Ventures, including online publications Comic Vine, Cord Cutters News, GameFAQs, GameSpot, Giant Bomb, Metacritic and TV Guide.
buyer: FANDOM
FANDOM is a global entertainment media brand, based in California, powered by fan passion. The fan-trusted source in entertainment, they provide a home to explore, contribute to, and celebrate the world of pop culture. "
 seller: Red Ventures, LLC
The acquisition includes seven entertainment and gaming brands from media company Red Ventures, including online publications Comic Vine, Cord Cutters News, GameFAQs, GameSpot, Giant Bomb, Metacritic and TV Guide.
price ($mm)
$55
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closed 9/9/2015 via BNC Analysis

gamigo AG, acquired POGED GmbH

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synopsis: gamigo AG has acquired POGED GmbH. The company develops a platform with tracking technology that interprets user activities from their first click at POGED to the path taken into a game up until the very first transaction (customer journey), enabling a customized sales pitch and optimization of customer acquisition costs.
buyer: gamigo AG (WKN:A1TNJY:$0.00)
gamigo AG is one of the leading gaming companies in Europe and North America. gamigo was one of the first companies to discover the booming market segment of online games and published the first MMOG that was completely localized into German as early as 2000. "
 target: POGED GmbH
Since its founding in 2011, POGED GmbH has operated one of the leading international traffic networks for online and mobile games. By developing a proprietary tracking technology, POGED generates new users for a portfolio of more than 250 games - to over 5 million players today.
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closed 4/2/2014 via BNC Analysis

Crobo GmbH, acquired TrafficCaptain GmbH

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synopsis: Crobo, the Berlin-based games performance marketing platform, is acquiring its Hamburg neighbourTrafficCaptain, which runs a games performance — or affiliate — network. The company offers ads and content for gamers (MMORPG, strategy or casual games). The company runs international campaigns in Europe and America.
buyer: Crobo GmbH
Crobo is a full-service online gaming company that combines expertise in all forms of online marketing. They own trademarked delivery and analytic technologies to acquire valuable gaming users through a wide variety of media channels. "
 target parent: iVentureCapital
target: TrafficCaptain GmbH
TrafficCaptain.com is an affiliate network with performance-based campaigns for browser and mobile games, which offers ads and content for gamers (MMORPG, strategy or casual games). TrafficCaptain runs international campaigns in Europe and America.
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closed 2/4/2013 via BusinessWire

Ziff Davis, Inc., acquired IGN Entertainment, Inc.

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synopsis: j2 Global, Inc. announced that its Ziff Davis, Inc. subsidiary has acquired IGN Entertainment, a leader in video game, entertainment and men’s lifestyle content, from News Corporation. The acquisition provides j2 with a group of world-class digital properties.
buyer parent: j2 Global, Inc.
buyer: Ziff Davis, Inc.
Ziff Davis, Inc. is a leading digital media company specializing in the technology market, reaching over 50 million in-market buyers every month. Ziff Davis sites feature trusted reviews of the newest and hottest tech products, news, commentary, tech deals and much more. "
 target parent: News Corporation
target: IGN Entertainment, Inc.
IGN Entertainment is the leading Internet media and services provider focused on the video game and entertainment enthusiast markets. Collectively, IGN's properties reach more than 57 million unique users worldwide, according to Internet audience measurement firm comScore.
price ($mm)
$45
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announced 6/29/2012 via PR Newswire

Sony Computer Entertainment Inc., will acquire Gaikai, Inc.

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synopsis: Sony Computer Entertainment announced that it entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Gaikai Inc., the world's leading interactive cloud-based gaming company. Through the acquisition, SCE will establish a new cloud service, ensuring that it continues to provide users with truly innovative and immersive interactive entertainment experiences.
buyer parent: Sony Corporation
buyer: Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. manufactures, distributes, develop and markets the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the PSP® handheld entertainment system, the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and the PlayStation®Vita portable entertainment system. "
 target: Gaikai, Inc.
Gaikai is a next generation video game streaming platform that utilizes cloud-based gaming technology, allowing users to play major PC and console games instantly, with one click. No download or install required. Users are presented with an offer to try the game or app before buying it.
price ($mm)
$380
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closed 3/1/2012 via BNC Analysis

Tencent Holdings Ltd., acquired ZAM, LLC

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synopsis: Europe-based game community announced that it was acquired by Tencent Holdings Limited. As a game community, ZAM contains some mainstream games from Europe and America, such as World of Warcraft, EQ and Final Fantasy, and each of the games has a sub-website.
buyer: Tencent Holdings Ltd. (SEHK:700:$83,589.72)
Tencent aims to enrich the interactive online experience of Internet users by providing a comprehensive range of Internet and wireless value-added services. Through its various online platforms, Tencent services the largest online community in China. "
 target: ZAM, LLC
ZAM Media operates the largest and longest running family of sites dedicated to information and community for the Massively Multiplayer Online gamer. ZAM’s family of sites includes Wowhead, Thottbot, Allakhazam, ZAM, MMOUI and Tankspot.
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closed 7/20/2011 via Market Wire

Live Gamer, Inc., acquired gamerDNA Media

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synopsis: Live Gamer announced that it has acquired New York-based video game ad network gamerDNA Media. Reaching over 48 million total unique monthly visitors worldwide, gamerDNA Media has helped blue chip advertisers such as Blizzard, Best Buy, and KFC acquire new customers and educate audiences about their brands.
buyer: Live Gamer, Inc.
Live Gamer is the world's first combined digital commerce and advertising platform. It has an advanced microtransaction and virtual economy engine, global payment gateways, a worldwide ad network and a video incentive advertising platform. "
 target: gamerDNA Media
GamerDNA Media is a digital advertising firm that represents the top gaming sites, delivering views and visibility to the largest reach of a key demographic of grassroots trend-setters: Hard-core gamers, typically males though increasingly females ages 18-44.
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closed 2/23/2010 via PR Newswire

TechWeb, acquired Game Advertising Online

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synopsis: The UBM TechWeb Game Network, a division of London-headquartered United Business Media has announced a key acquisition expanding its services to game creators and gaming website publishers, adding the online game advertising network Game Advertising Online (GAO) to its portfolio.
buyer: TechWeb
UBM TechWeb, the global leader in technology media and professional information, enables people and organizations to harness the transformative power of technology. "
 target: Game Advertising Online
Game Advertising Online, the ad network, which has been running since 2006, now reaches 50 million unique viewers and serves more than two billion impressions a month.
price ($mm)
$0.90
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closed 2/13/2007 via

MPLC, Inc., merged with New Motion, Inc.

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synopsis: MPLC, Inc. has executed a letter of intent which sets forth the preliminary terms and conditions of a proposed acquisition of New Motion, Inc. In connection with the acquisition, MPLC will acquire all of the outstanding capital stock of New Motion, and in exchange, the stockholders of New Motion will acquire approximately 83.7% of the MPLC stock.
buyer: MPLC, Inc.
At present, MPLC has no sources of revenue and has no specific business plan or purpose. MPLC's business plan is to seek a business combination. As a result, MPLC is a "blank check" or "shell" company. "
 target: New Motion, Inc.
Atrinsic is one of the leading digital advertising and marketing services companies in the United States. Atrinsic’s content is organized into four strategic content groups - digital music, casual games, interactive contests, and communities/lifestyles.
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closed 9/2/2015 via Company Press Release

Groupe Concoursmania, acquired Slix Media, LLC

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synopsis: Groupe ConcoursMania, European specialist of online marketing games, announced the acquisition of a portfolio of casual gaming websites from Slix Media, a Texas based company. This portfolio consists of 7 websites including www.playhub.com which has a monthly average audience of more than 3 million visitors mainly in North America and Asia.
buyer: Groupe Concoursmania (ALGCM:$22.87)
Groupe ConcoursMania is a French specialist of online marketing games. The group provides advertisers with innovative online marketing technologies and services, based on games mechanics. They also manage a wide portfolio of casual gaming websites. "
 target: Slix Media, LLC
Slix Media started as a collection of highly entertaining gaming websites. They now reach 700,000 daily players and serve over 1 billion ads monthly which makes them one of the largest free-to-play casual gaming networks online. Their mobile games division reaches 1,000,000 MAU and growing.
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closed 5/27/2014 via PR Newswire

RapidFire, acquired IGA Worldwide

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synopsis: RapidFire, the #1 in-game advertising network, announced the acquisition of IGA Worldwide's proprietary technology for delivering real-time advertisements inside of video games.
buyer: RapidFire
RapidFire is the World's largest in-game advertising company, founded in the fall of 2011 and is headquartered in Vancouver. The company enables advertisers to target millions of highly engaged consumers playing video games across a wide range of gaming platforms and genres. "
 target: IGA Worldwide
IGA serves advertisers and video game publishers looking to include marketing messages within console and PC games. IGA’s roster of publisher partners includes Electronic Arts, Valve, and Atari among others.
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closed 1/24/2008 via PR Newswire

USA Today, acquired Banquet

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synopsis: USA TODAY announces the acquisition of Banquet, which operates the action sports destination BNQT.com and the Cold War Collective action sports ad network of more than 20 affiliated websites and blogs.
buyer parent: Gannett Co., Inc.
buyer: USA Today
USA TODAY is the nation's top-selling newspaper. It is published via satellite at 34 locations in the USA and at four sites abroad. With a total average daily circulation of 2.3 million, USA TODAY is available worldwide. USA TODAY is published by Gannett Co., Inc. "
 target: Banquet
BNQT is a leading digital media company focused on meaningfully connecting consumers, producers and advertisers in the growing sector of action sports. BNQT operates an action sports video community destination which combines professional action sports video with innovative social networking tools.
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announced 12/19/2018 via BNC Analysis

FANDOM, will acquire Curse LLC

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synopsis: Fandom, a global entertainment media brand, will acquire Curse from Twitch, the world’s leading live video platform and community for gamers. Curse is an online game portal and network of gaming websites. Curse empowers online gamers with premium resources and content. Their sites include Azurilland, Diablofans, Hearthpwn, MMO-Champion and more.
buyer: FANDOM
FANDOM is a global entertainment media brand, based in California, powered by fan passion. The fan-trusted source in entertainment, they provide a home to explore, contribute to, and celebrate the world of pop culture. "
 target parent: Amazon.com, Inc.
target: Curse LLC
Curse is an online game portal and network of gaming websites. Curse empowers online gamers with premium resources and content. Their gaming websites include Azurilland, Diablofans, Hearthpwn, MMO-Champion and more. Their wiki hosting platform, Gamepedia, is dedicated to games and written by gamers.
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announced 5/6/2021 via BusinessWire

Zynga, Inc., will acquire Chartboost

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synopsis: Zynga Inc., a global leader in interactive entertainment, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Chartboost, a leading mobile programmatic advertising and monetization platform.
buyer: Zynga, Inc. (ZNGA:$2,721.00)
Zynga is an American video game developer running social video game services since 2007. The company develops social games that work stand-alone on mobile phone platforms such as Apple iOS, Android, Windows Phone and on the Internet through its website, Zynga.com, and social networking websites. "
 target: Chartboost
Founded in 2011, Chartboost is one of the leading in-app monetization and programmatic advertising platforms. Reaching over 700M unique users every month across more than 200,000 mobile apps, Chartboost works with majority of the top grossing iOS and Android app developers.
price ($mm)
$250
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closed 6/12/2019 via BNC Analysis

Media and Games Invest plc, acquired AppLift

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synopsis: Media and Games Invest plc, a strategic investment-holding, that focuses on a buy, build, and sell strategy of fast-growing companies, has acquired Applift, a leading mobile ad tech company that empowers businesses to connect with customers in a mobile-first world by creating the next-generation platform for advertisers.
buyer: Media and Games Invest plc (XTRA:M8G:$279.92)
Media and Games Invest plc (MGI) is a strategic investment-holding, that focuses on a buy, build, and sell strategy of fast-growing companies. The MGI portfolio companies are growing via acquisitions plus organic growth and new technologies are actively used. "
 target: AppLift
Applift is a leading mobile ad tech company that empowers businesses to connect with and activate customers in a mobile-first world by creating the next-generation platform for advertisers to reach and convert their audiences on mobile.
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closed 10/7/2019 via GlobeNewswire

Enthusiast Gaming Inc., acquired Steel Media Ltd.

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synopsis: Enthusiast Gaming, a vertically integrated video game and esports company, has acquired Steel Media, a leading mobile gaming and live events company. Enthusiast Gaming is the largest gaming network in the U.S., and the acquisition of Steel Media adds 20 mobile gaming websites and 25 live mobile events worldwide to its media and events business.
buyer: Enthusiast Gaming Inc. (TSXV:EGLX:$120.27)
Enthusiast Gaming a vertically integrated video game and esports company comprised of three main pillars: Media, Events, and Esports. Their digital media platform includes +100 gaming related websites and 900 YouTube channels which collectively reach 150 million visitors monthly. "
 target: Steel Media Ltd.
Steel Media Limited is the largest mobile gaming network in the world, which holds a significant portfolio of consumer and B2B websites, and a series of successful global live networking events. They are based in the UK.
price ($mm)
$2.50
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announced 3/13/2014 via Market Wire

Unity Technologies, will acquire Applifier

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synopsis: Unity Technologies, creators of the Unity multiplatform engine and development tools, announced that it will acquire Applifier, one of the world's largest and most successful mobile game service providers. Applifier enables mobile game developers to more effectively acquire and monetize audience through a comprehensive suite of tools.
buyer: Unity Technologies (:$1,110.53)
Unity Technologies ApS provides a 3D game development tool. Its tool enables the creation of online content that provides the newest games on the console market. The company also provides Unity Asset Server, an integrated version control solution for all Unity assets and scripts. "
 target: Applifier
Applifier enables mobile game developers to more effectively acquire and monetize audience through a comprehensive suite of tools, including Everyplay® Replays and Everyplay® GameAds.
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closed 12/7/2011 via BusinessWire

Crisp Media, acquired Smart Device Media, Inc.

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synopsis: Two leading mobile advertising organizations, Crisp Media and Smart Device Media, have combined to create a full-service mobile advertising powerhouse. This combination brings together Crisp’s market leading, rich media advertising platform with Smart Device Media’s unparalleled media marketplace of targeted, brand safe, premium inventory.
buyer: Crisp Media
Crisp Media is a pioneer of mobile ad products that make HTML5 advertising scalable across device platforms for native apps and browsers. It offers Crisp Engage, an interactive ad platform designed to deliver the slickest ads to multiple screens. "
 target: Smart Device Media, Inc.
Smart Device Media is a leading provider of mobile, premium display, special interest advertising channels. The company offers brand marketers the ability to reach premium, targeted audiences at scale within high-quality editorial environments.
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$0.16
EBITDA ($mm)
($0.48)
EBIT ($mm)
($0.50)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
0
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Ticker: CNSX:XONE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
X1 Esports and Entertainment
X1 Esports and Entertainment
X1 Esports and Entertainment is a video game and media portfolio company which owns and operates a growing esports franchise, RixGG. The business of the Company is the competitive playing of video games by teams for cash prizes, and operations ancillary to such competition.
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$0.02
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
($1.47)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
0
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Ticker: OTCNO:OMAKEN
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Omaken Sports AS
Omaken Sports AS
Omaken Sports is an esport organization based in Norway with world class players in PUBG. Omaken Sports was founded in 2020 by Norwegian content creator Joachim “Noobwork” Haraldsen.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
0
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Ticker: KOSE:A1817
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
NHN Corporation
NHN is a global IT company with an expansive IT-based business portfolio. NHN offers a wide array of services, including game, webtoon, music, advertisement, commerce, fintech, cloud, and entertainment based on its expertise in IT operation as well as its technology and service operation skills.
year
2013
rev ($mm)
$580.79
EBITDA ($mm)
$131.99
EBIT ($mm)
$111.99
Net Income ($mm)
$40.48
Employees
2532
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Ticker: SZSE:300494
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Century Network
Century Network
Century Network is a Chinese company primarily engaged in online entertainment platforms, e-sports, and game operations. Century provides management software for the internet cafe industry. They also operate gaming websites and e-sports platforms.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$72.26
EBITDA ($mm)
$1.80
EBIT ($mm)
$1.11
Net Income ($mm)
$5.50
Employees
0
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Ticker: OM:MOBA
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
M.O.B.A. Network AB
M.O.B.A. Network AB
M.O.B.A. Network acquires, develops and operates gaming communities for the global gaming market. M.O.B.A. Network operates 23 global gaming communities, and runs the Youtube Network Union for Gamers with over 1,000 content creators.
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$18.54
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
$2.24
Net Income ($mm)
$1.53
Employees
9
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Ticker: SLGG
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Super League Gaming
Super League Gaming
Super League Gaming is a first mover in providing accessible esports leagues for amateur gamers that take place both online and through in-person gaming arenas.
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$3.37
EBITDA ($mm)
($18.66)
EBIT ($mm)
($19.56)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
47
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Ticker: HUYA
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Huya
Huya
HUYA Inc. is a leading game live streaming platform in China with a large and active game live streaming community. They have developed e-sports live streaming as one of the most popular content genres on their platform. Tencent is Huya’s biggest shareholder.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$1,421.87
EBITDA ($mm)
$83.28
EBIT ($mm)
$72.26
Net Income ($mm)
$98.37
Employees
1864
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Ticker: TSE:6552
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
GameWith
GameWith
Based in Japan, GameWith is a community that provides information and functions to make games more enjoyable. They also have game capture information, including game reviews, videos, and strategies to help gamers excel.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$24.15
EBITDA ($mm)
$10.76
EBIT ($mm)
$10.55
Net Income ($mm)
$7.36
Employees
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