Complexity Gaming, a North American esports organization, has joined the Halo Championship Series (HCS) as a new partner team. Complexity will work alongside Halo developers 343 Industries to introduce in-game goods and equipment and a future HCS event. The HCS stated earlier this year that it would be extending its partner team program, offering up to three teams the chance to participate.
The event recently concluded its inaugural competitive season with the Halo World Championship after the release of Halo Infinite. After beating Cloud9 in the championship match, OpTic Gaming was awarded the winning title and a cash prize of $400,000.
"Halo is a historic franchise with a highly engaged global fanbase that adds to Complexity’s large following, which has grown tenfold in the past 18 months. [...] Our teams and content creators are reaching more people than ever before, and brands are taking notice. We are proud to have been selected to join HCS and we are excited by the many opportunities that are available to partner teams," said Justin Kenna, CEO of GameSquare Esports.
Esports Championship Partnerships
Complexity Becomes the Newest Halo Championship Partner Team
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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