League of Legends Champions Korea

Gen.G Heads Into League of Legends World Championship with a New Player Kit Designed in Collaboration with Famed Apparel Brand, The Hundreds

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Friday, October 6, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After a strong year in the League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK), Gen.G returns to the League of Legends World Championship with their new Worlds jersey designed as a collaboration between global streetwear brand The Hundreds and Gen.G. This jersey is featured in the music video for Gen.G's worlds anthem, featuring breakthrough music artist "BIG Naughty," who is signed to H1GHR Music, a label founded by Gen.G's Executive Music and Entertainment Advisor, Jay Park. The track and music video release on October 7.

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  • The special edition jersey will be available for fans to purchase in Korea at GEN.G SHOP https://www.gengshop.com/ and in North America at THE HUNDREDS SHOP https://thehundreds.com/ .
  • The Gen.G x The Hundreds Worlds 23 Jersey is priced at $85 USD and the team jacket is $100 USD.
  • Going into Worlds, Gen.G transforms into a "White Tiger", which historically represents a tiger becoming wiser to achieve enlightenment.
  • We worked this into our collaborations with The Hundreds and the artist BIG Naughty; the team continues to transform into Worlds."

Dplus KIA Enters Official Web3 Partnership with Dplus Arena, the Leading Esports Platform

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Friday, July 14, 2023

Seoul, South Korea, July 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dplus KIA, a distinguished Esports organization, and Dplus Arena, the prominent Web3 Esports platform, are thrilled to announce their official Web3 partnership.

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  • Seoul, South Korea, July 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dplus KIA, a distinguished Esports organization, and Dplus Arena, the prominent Web3 Esports platform, are thrilled to announce their official Web3 partnership.
  • Dplus Arena is a cutting-edge Web3 platform that caters to blockchain-based Esports fans and gamers.
  • Through this partnership, Dplus KIA and Dplus Arena are poised to embark on various exciting projects in multiple fields, with Web3 at the forefront.
  • Esports enthusiasts can engage with these offerings on Dplus Arena's Web3 platform, enabling a more immersive and interactive experience.

Global Launch of 'LCK Legendaries' The First Official Digital Collectible of the LCK

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

SEOUL, South Korea, June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 7th, League of Legends Champions Korea's (LCK) global digital collectibles partner, Legendaries announced the launch of 'LCK Legendaries' beta service.

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  • SEOUL, South Korea, June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 7th, League of Legends Champions Korea's (LCK) global digital collectibles partner, Legendaries announced the launch of 'LCK Legendaries' beta service.
  • Limited issue packs will be available on the official LCK Legendaries website over the course of seven drops scheduled during the LCK regular season and playoffs.
  • Legendaries will kick off the sale of digital collectibles on June 7th on the official 'LCK Legendaries' website.
  • To commemorate the launch, Legendaries is giving away welcome packs to users who sign up on the official LCK Legendaries website and choose their desired team.

The First Ever Official League of Legends Champions Korea Digital Collectible - LCK LEGENDARIES Pre-registration NOW OPEN

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Thursday, April 13, 2023

SEOUL, South Korea, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK) chose LEGENDARIES as its first digital collectible business partner for League of Legends global esports on March 31, signing an official IP licensing agreement and announcing that the service will be launched soon.

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  • SEOUL, South Korea, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK) chose LEGENDARIES as its first digital collectible business partner for League of Legends global esports on March 31, signing an official IP licensing agreement and announcing that the service will be launched soon.
  • LEGENDARIES, which has high expertise in esports and media content business, plans to launch "LCK LEGENDARIES," a digital collectible service that allows global LCK fans to enjoy League of Legends esports in a completely new way, changing the framework of fandom service via official LCK game clips and IP.
  • Also, LCK LEGENDARIES Digital Collectibles will support the growth of LCK as 50% of LCK's revenue share will be allocated to LCK teams and the league itself.
  • They are actively promoting the LCK LEGENDARIES' digital collectible service, garnering increasing interest and reactions from fans.

Damwon Gaming KIA Rebrands to Dplus KIA for Next League of Legends Champions Korea Season

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Monday, January 9, 2023

Popular esports organization Damwon Gaming KIA is officially rebranding ahead of the upcoming League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK) season to a new name, Dplus KIA.

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  • Popular esports organization Damwon Gaming KIA is officially rebranding ahead of the upcoming League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK) season to a new name, Dplus KIA.
  • Dplus KIA is the start of the organization’s determined effort to build its presence as a leading global brand in the gaming and esports industry.
  • “Dplus KIA is one of the most successful teams in the history of League of Legends and it’s time for our brand to take its rightful place amongst the most popular organizations in the world,” said Joon young Lee, Vice Chairman/COO of Dplus KIA.
  • For more information on Dplus KIA, follow the team on Instagram , YouTube and Twitter , or visit the team’s official website at https://dwgkia.gg/ .

Gen.G Mobil 1 Racing Goes "Full Throttle" into Rocket League Esports with Launch of Two Professional Teams

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

Global esports organization Gen.G and the worlds leading synthetic motor oil Mobil 1 today announced a joint, first-of-its-kind Rocket League program: Gen.G Mobil 1 Racing.

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  • Global esports organization Gen.G and the worlds leading synthetic motor oil Mobil 1 today announced a joint, first-of-its-kind Rocket League program: Gen.G Mobil 1 Racing.
  • Elevating its existing relationship with Rocket League, Mobil 1 is expanding its partnership with Gen.G to create two Rocket League teams - one mens and one womens.
  • Weve been looking to get into Rocket League since the very start of Gen.Gs entry into North America.
  • The two will also attend live racing and esports events to meet the Gen.G Mobil 1 Racing community and fans.

Gen.G Mobil 1 Racing Goes "Full Throttle" into Rocket League Esports with Launch of Two Professional Teams

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global esports organization Gen.G and the world's leading synthetic motor oil Mobil 1 today announced a joint, first-of-its-kind Rocket League program: Gen.G Mobil 1 Racing. Elevating its existing relationship with Rocket League, Mobil 1 is expanding its partnership with Gen.G to create two Rocket League teams - one men's and one women's. In addition to the competitive teams, two Rocket League content creators will join the program to elevate the experience for fans on and off the field.

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  • Elevating its existing relationship with Rocket League, Mobil 1 is expanding its partnership with Gen.G to create two Rocket League teams - one men's and one women's.
  • The men's competitive team will compete under "Gen.G Mobil 1 Racing" in the 2022-2023 North American Rocket League Championship Series (NA RLCS), where Mobil 1 has been a sponsor since 2018.
  • "We've been looking to get into Rocket League since the very start of Gen.G's entry into North America.
  • The two will also attend live racing and esports events to meet the Gen.G Mobil 1 Racing community and fans.

GEN.G AND PUMA EXTEND PARTNERSHIP GLOBALLY

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global sports company PUMA and Global esports organization Gen.G and today announced a multiyear extension to the brands' existing partnership globally. On September 20, PUMA and Gen.G will also launch a second global lifestyle collection, which will be worn by Gen.G's creators and players, among them, the reigning League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK) 2022 Summer Champion team.  

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  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global sports company PUMA and Global esports organization Gen.G and today announced a multiyear extension to the brands' existing partnership globally.
  • In celebration of this partnership extension, the two brands will kick off a slew of fan and creator activities, starting with an event at the PUMA New York flagship store.
  • "We're thrilled to reaffirm our commitment to Gen.G globally," said Adam Petrick, Chief Brand Officer, PUMA.
  • Gen.G's "Change the Game" motto adorns the iconic PUMA Suede and is incorporated into bold graphic treatments on lifestyle apparel.

Gen.G Extends Contract with League of Legends Player Chovy Through the End of 2023

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022

SEOUL, South Korea, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global esports organization Gen.G has renewed its contract with mid laner 'Chovy' Ji Hun Jung. Gen.G is the first esports organization to have a contract with Chovy for more than one year.

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  • Gen.G is the first esports organization to have a contract with Chovy for more than one year.
  • "I was assured of a successful future with the team's utmost support, and I decided to continue my journey with Gen.G.
  • I will do my best to repay the support from the team and fans, aiming for the championship title in the upcoming summer season," said Chovy.
  • In his debut year in the League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK), Chovy secured the 2018 LoL KeSPA CUP Championship title with his brilliant in-game mechanics.

BBTV Signs Agreement to Provide Content Management Solutions to League of Legends Champions Korea

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022

VANCOUVER, BC, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - BBTV Holdings Inc. (TSX: BBTV) (OTCQX: BBTVF) (Frankfurt: 64V) ("BBTV" or the "Company"), the leading creator monetization company with a mission to help creators become more successful, today announced it has signed an agreement to provide Content Management solutions to League of Legends Champions Korea, the primary competition for League of Legends eSports in South Korea.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - BBTV Holdings Inc. (TSX: BBTV) (OTCQX: BBTVF) (Frankfurt: 64V) ("BBTV" or the "Company"), the leading creator monetization company with a mission to help creators become more successful, today announced it has signed an agreement to provide Content Management solutions to League of Legends Champions Korea, the primary competition for League of Legends eSports in South Korea.
  • As part of the Company's world class Content Management Solutions, BBTV will provide Rights Management to League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK).
  • "Fan communities rally around great content, sharing and engaging with their favorite moments across a wide range of platforms.
  • We're proud and excited to work alongside Riot Games Korea to provide our solutions for one of the premier esports titles on the planet, League of Legends."