Gaming
Mana Interactive Partners with Blitz.gg To Bring Stat Tracking and Rewards To Both Mana and Blitz Users
The Partnership Will Reward Players of Valorant, League of Legends,
Teamfight Tactics, Fortnite, Apex, and Counter Strike: Global Offensive
Every Time They Play Their Favorite Game
Mana Interactive, a financial technology company serving gamers, and Blitz.gg, the ultimate tool to drive gaming improvement, have partnered to generate a deeper connection with gamers and to offer rewards for everyone that’s playing their favorite games and tracking them with Blitz. Thanks to Blitz, Mana will be able to reward those users playing Fortnite, Valorant, League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics, Apex and Counter Strike: Global Offensive for their gameplay.
“We are thrilled to partner up with Blitz who empowers gamers with valuable insight on how they could improve their gameplay,” shared Joe Zhou, CEO and founder of Mana Interactive. “We are also excited for the opportunity to elevate all current Blitz users’ experience with Mana’s banking and rewards system.”
“At Blitz, our main focus is helping players,” said Adil Virani, Co-Founder and President, Blitz. “Mana is pushing the envelope in creating a product uniquely designed to reward players, and it’s clear that this partnership will result in an unprecedented opportunity, allowing players to level up their play while collecting rewards by playing games on Blitz and spending with Mana. We’re excited to work with a company that clearly shares our competitive vision.”
As part of the partnership, Mana Pro Users will receive a free one-year subscription to Blitz Pro as a Mana Pro perk, and Standard Mana users will be offered a 7-day free trial of Blitz Pro. More information about Blitz and Blitz Pro can be found at blitz.gg/pro. This perk is just one of the many reward offerings from Mana Pro, valued at more than $600, including:
- Â Discord Nitro Classic
1 Year Subscription ($50) - Xbox Gift Card
One-time use ($25) - PlayStation Store Gift Card
One-time use ($25) - FitGMR Pro
1 Year Subscription ($100) - Surfshark VPN
1 Year Subscription ($48) - FirstBlood Premium
1 Year Subscription ($60) - Blitz.gg Pro
1 Year Subscription ($60)
Mana Pro users can earn 5x the points on gaming and entertainment subscriptions, including Netflix, Nintendo Switch Online, PlayStation Plus / Now, Xbox Game Pass, Discord Nitro, Disney+, and more.
To learn about all Mana Pro rewards and perks, view the value breakdown.
To celebrate the partnership and official launch of the Mana App, Blitz will be hosting an inaugural Arena powered by Mana with a prize pool of $5,000 from December 23 through January 1, 2023.
Gamers around the world use Blitz to improve their skills and gameplay â and Blitz Arena is where it matters most. For every exciting event, players can put their skills to the test to see if they have what it takes to take home the prize. Each one will feature specific criteria and missions that will net points for the player, and every match offers the chance to be rewarded based on gameplay. The top scorers at the end of the event will win exciting prizes such as gift cards to gaming PCs and more.
Gaming
Fortnite Battle Royale Global Championship and Rocket League World Championship Head to Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas, This September
The location for upcoming Fortnite Battle Royale and Rocket League in-person Championship events has been revealed! Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas will host both the Fortnite Championship Series (FNCS) Global Championship 2024 and Rocket League World Championship 2024 this September.
FNCS Global Championship 2024
Mark your calendars for September 7-8: the in-person FNCS Global Championship will feature 50 of the top Fortnite Competitive duos from around the globe, competing for a share of the $2,002,000 USD prize pool.
Qualification, format, and key dates for the Global Championship can be found in the FNCS 2024 Details blog post.
Ticketing information will be revealed in the coming month, with updates to be posted on the Fortnite Competitive website and social media channels. For more information, check out the reveal blog.
RLCS World Championship 2024
This yearâs Rocket League World Championship runs from September 10-15 and returns to Dickies Arena on September 13-15 for the final two days of competition in front of a live audience. The culmination of the RLCS 2024 season, the Rocket League World Championship will feature the 16 best international teams and a $1,165,000 USD prize pool.
Rocket League World Championship 2024 qualification, format, and key dates can be found in the 2024 season announcement blog.
Ticketing information will be revealed in the coming month, with updates to be posted on the Rocket League Esports website and social media channels. For more information, check out the reveal blog.
BLAST, Rocket League Esports and Fortnite Competitive have teamed up with the Fort Worth Sports Commission, an international sports destination agency, and C3 Presents, Texasâ leading event promotion companies, to help support and promote both events coming to Fort-Worth, Texas in September 2024.
Canada
Exploring Canadaâs video Game Market: Survey Insights
Technology has become a great source of entertainment to many. Video games particularly have garnered interest from all demographics. In Canada, the gaming industry has experienced significant growth, fuelled by increased accessibility to gaming platforms and the growth of online gaming communities.
Statistics indicate that a large percentage of Canadians are engaged in gaming activities, whether it be playing console or PC games, mobile games, or online multiplayer games. The popularity of video games extends beyond leisure pastimes, with many Canadians participating in gaming competitions, attending gaming conventions, and consuming gaming-related content on platforms like Twitch and YouTube.
The number of video game users in Canada reflects how broad the sector is, from mobile games to digital video games, download games and live streaming. In 2024, the gaming sector will see millions of users in each of these categories. Statista projects 13.38 million users for digital video games and 7.35 million users for online games respectively. It estimates that revenue in the Canadian video game market is expected to reach US$3,925.00m in 2024, so it is no surprise to observe the increasing popularity of the sector.
Well-known online casino provider BetVictor has compiled some key points from major surveys detailing the video game market to give further insight into its makeup and potential. The gaming culture in Canada is growing, which means the type of games and genres will grow along with the sector. Statista recently conducted a survey of 1 576 respondents aged 18 – 64 who are avid video game players, with telling results. ââIn December 2023, a survey about preferred video game genres in Canada revealed the top four genres as being Action, Action – adventure, Adventure and casual games accounting for 31% of respondentsâ preferences.
David Winter, Marketing Manager at BetVictor notes that âWeâve seen a steady increase in the popularity of action-themed and adventure-themed slots and many providers are exploring how to expand further into this market.â
The popularity of Action games such as platform and fighting games can be attributed to various factors, such as: social interaction, accessibility and inclusivity, social appeal, and cultural influence. With such a diverse audience, all these factors are crucial to understand the appeal of Action games.
In the digital age, gaming has transcended mere entertainment to become a cornerstone of culture, and nowhere is this more evident than in Canada. From coast to coast, a diverse community of gamers is thriving, reflecting the countryâs inclusive spirit and passion for technology. Whether itâs the casual gamer enjoying a quick session on their smartphone or the dedicated enthusiast meticulously building a custom gaming PC, Canada offers a welcome haven for all kinds of gamers.
Diving deeper into the Statista results, Strategy games accounted for 29%. This shows us that players have a strong interest in tactical and decision-making games. While role-playing (RPG) and sports games garnered 22% each, simulation and shooters trailed slightly behind at 21% and 20% respectively.
MMO (massively multiplayer online games), as well as MMORPGs (massively multiplayer online role-playing games) and MOBA (multi online battle arenas) came in at 13% and 8% respectively, representing a significant but niche following. With such a diverse array of preferences, the survey underscores the multifaceted nature of interests among Canadian gamers. It highlights the need for game developers to cater for a wide range of genres and gameplaying styles in the Canadian market.
From action shooter games to role-playing adventures, the industry has something for every gaming enthusiast in the Canadian market. Overall, the popularity of video games in Canada reflects a growing cultural phenomenon, where gaming has become a mainstream form of entertainment and a significant aspect of modern-day leisure activities.
Statistics anticipate a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.10% for 2022-2027, resulting in a projected market volume of US$24.52bn by 2027. Canadaâs online gaming market is experiencing a surge in popularity, with a surging number of Canadian players engaging in immersive virtual reality experiences.
Gaming
Knorr and World-renowned Gamer and Streamer, Ninja, Call on Gaming Industry to Supercharge Vegetables in Games
Knorr – a global leader in bouillons, soups, seasonings, sauces, and more – and world-famous gamer and streamer, Tyler âNinjaâ Blevins, reveal to top gaming publishers a little-known imbalance found in a multitude of their games. While everyone knows veggies are good for you in real life, theyâre not so good in the virtual world of gaming.
Ninja and Knorr think itâs high time veggies are powered up to get the recognition they deserve, and they are calling on the gaming community worldwide to join this ambition with its #ModTheVeg petition. Gaming fans are invited to sign a petition to show their support for giving veggies a boost in the virtual world and bring a new balance to gaming sustenance.
With a passion for supercharging veggies in the real and virtual world thanks to its flavorful seasonings, Knorr investigated just how much veggies are lagging in the virtual world and in 15 top games they fell behind significantly. For example, in one popular game munching meat gives a +15HP boost while chomping on cabbage delivers just +10HP. In other games the difference is even bigger, where a beef steak brings +552HP while a hearty bean stew lies in its wake, only patching up to the tune of +61HP.
âRecently, Iâve been more mindful of what I put in my body, I have learned how important balanced meals are for my long-term health. Historically, through games we have been limited to using meat based diets to get you through the main quests or heal faster, while apples or cabbage heal you for way smaller. Wouldnât it be awesome if veggies counted for more in game? Well thatâs why I teamed up with Knorr, they came up with some awesome mods for all our favorite games, which will teach fans the importance of veggies and a balanced diet,â said Ninja.
As part of part Ninjaâs partnership with Knorr, he will stream on Friday, March 22 at 2 pm PST to bring the issue to his followers, champion veggie equality and play some exciting veggie specific mods. He wonât be alone as a crack squad of eight streamers from across the globe are joining the mission over the coming weeks.
âAt Knorr, we believe in making good food accessible for all, so weâre thrilled to team up with Ninja to show how powerful veggies can be and create a new taste of adventure in gaming. We hope this campaign will catch the attention of gaming publishers and spur them on to re-evaluate their games and give veggies the supercharge they deserve,â said Gina Kiroff, Chief Marketing Officer of Knorr North America.
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