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The Esports Advocate
This renewal continues their joint operation of competitive esports rosters in the Southeast Asian market. The agreement focuses on the Pacific Championship Series.
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Talon Esports have formally extended their multi-year partnership for an additional three years. This collaboration continues the joint operation of competitive esports rosters within the Southeast Asian market, specifically focusing on the Pacific Championship Series under the PSG Esports brand. While the financial terms of the agreement remain undisclosed, the renewal underscores a commitment to maintaining a significant presence in the regional competitive gaming landscape.
The partnership centers on a strategic emphasis on talent development and an athletic approach to professional gaming. Beyond competitive performance, the organizations intend to leverage their combined resources to pursue new commercial partnerships and develop regionally tailored content. This extension reinforces the existing synergy between the French football club’s esports division and the Southeast Asia-based Talon Esports, which currently manages a diverse portfolio of teams across titles including League of Legends, Dota 2, Fortnite, Arena of Valor, Rainbow Six Siege, and FIFA 23.
This development reflects the ongoing trend of traditional sports organizations integrating into the global esports ecosystem through strategic alliances with established regional operators. By securing this long-term commitment, both parties aim to stabilize their competitive operations and enhance their market positioning in Asia. The announcement coincides with Talon Esports’ broader efforts to strengthen its infrastructure, as evidenced by the simultaneous renewal of its partnership with peripheral manufacturer SteelSeries for its Dota 2 division.
PocketGamer.biz · 2019