PlayVS expands reach with acquisitions of Generation Esports and Playfly College Esports
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Summary
North American esports platform, PlayVS, has acquired Generation Esports and Playfly College Esports to extend its reach in the world of competitive gaming.
The deal means the company now offers a pathway for students from middle school through to college, with the deal including more than 900 colleges.
By incorporating the two companies, PlayVS is looking to give students a clear route into competitive gaming and provide them with skills and opportunities for their future careers.
The purchase also offers brands and sponsors the chance to get involved in the world of esports through programmes that are structured and centred on values.
CEO of PlayVS, Jon Chapman, said it was a “historic moment for esports and gaming in schools”.