1 free read left. Create a free account for unlimited reading + AI research.
Create free accountArticle
The Esports Advocate
Black Molly Entertainment (BME), a Sweden-based organizer of tournaments and festivals, has entered into a strategic partnership with ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) for the remainder of 2026. This collaboration aims to enhance the production and delivery of various gaming events and esports experiences across BME’s portfolio. While the financial terms of the agreement remain undisclosed, the partnership leverages a long-standing professional relationship between the two entities.
Under the terms of the agreement, ASUS ROG will serve as a primary partner for several key BME properties, including the LAN event Glitched, the esports channel Esportstudion, and the boutique gaming event Red Bull GIBAWAY. Additionally, ASUS ROG will act as the title sponsor for Journey, a competitive Counter-Strike LAN tournament. The partnership is set to integrate ASUS ROG’s hardware and branding across all BME platforms throughout the 2026 calendar year.
This deal reflects a broader trend of aggressive expansion for ASUS ROG within the esports sector during the first quarter of 2026. The brand has recently secured multiple high-profile partnerships, including collaborations with the South Korean esports organization DRX, the National Esports Collegiate Conference, tournament organizer BLAST, and an expanded agreement with PGL. These moves underscore a consistent effort by ASUS to solidify its presence in both professional and collegiate esports markets globally.
The games and companies this document names on the inner ring, other documents about them on the outer one. Select a cover to see it up close and open it in a new tab; drag to move, pinch or Ctrl + scroll to zoom.
Modern Times Group