Rolling Stone, the iconic music and pop culture magazine, has announced a strategic alliance with ESL FACEIT Group to launch Rolling Stone Gaming. This new effort seeks to explore and expand the magazine’s coverage in the world of esports and video games.
This collaboration will combine ESL FACEIT Group’s expertise in organizing esports events and creating content, with Rolling Stone’s authority and global reach in pop culture. Rolling Stone Gaming will offer exclusive content, including reports, analysis, interviews and documentarieshighlighting the most fascinating aspects of the universe of video games and esports.
The gaming and esports industry is one of the most dynamic and exciting areas of modern entertainment. With this partnership, we intend to contribute our unique and deep vision to cover this phenomenon comprehensively.
Gus Wenner, CEO of Rolling Stone
The synergy between our two brands will allow gaming and esports fans to enjoy high-quality content and access unpublished stories about the protagonists and events that are shaping this industry.
ESL FACEIT Group CEO Craig Levine
Rolling Stone Gaming will not only focus on coverage of competitions and events, but will also will explore the cultural and social impact of video games, as well as the technological innovations that are transforming the industry. Additionally, the platform will offer a window into the human stories behind the players and developers, providing a unique and enriching perspective.
This alliance represents a significant step for Rolling Stone, which continues to diversify its content and adapt to new entertainment trends. With Rolling Stone Gaming, the magazine seeks to connect with new generations of consumers and expand its influence in the vibrant world of esports and video games.
