This thrilling new collaboration gives SteelSeries a range of promotional opportunities at BLAST’s opening Dota 2 tournament, which will kick-off on Tuesday 9 June. All bounties will formally be launched at this competition and SteelSeries Headsets will be given to each analyst and announcer when streaming the event worldwide.
The game accessories provider offers a variety of peripherals, including headphones, keyboards, digital devices and mouse pads, while sharing creativity and passion of esports with BLAST.
Esports lovers and gamers will also be given the chance to win a number of SteelSeries products during the tournament, with significant viewership expected across a wide variety of regions to take part in broadcasting by BLAST and on social channels.
SteelSeries is pleased to build products that further advance professional gaming, with innovations to make gaming more competitive and attractive for viewers and players.
Leo Matlock, Commercial Director for BLAST, said: “The partnership provides a perfect fit for both brands with BLAST and SteelSeries sharing a keen eye for innovation and great passion for the world of esports.
“We’re thrilled to have SteelSeries on board for BLAST Bounty Hunt, and bringing some exciting fan engagement ideas with their Dota 2 heritage, as we look to expand into the popular game and deliver the first class tournament that viewers have come to expect from us.”
Tim Ashton, European Head of esports for SteelSeries, said: ““BLAST have proven time and again that they’ve got what it takes to launch top tier tournaments and events, and we’re excited to be part of their first foray into Dota 2. This scene is a proud part of our heritage, and we can’t wait to see how the Dota 2 community engage with this exciting new addition.”
BLAST Bounty Hunt will boast three ground-breaking new features, a sizable prize pool, additional bounties and a captivating match for fans. BLAST in partnership with the rival teams have created and implemented these innovative features for supporters.
Among the outstanding line-ups are: OG Esports, Team Secret, Nigma, NIP, Alliance and Team Liquid play BO3s before the Championship Finals BO5.
Teams, having seeded each other up to the final two, will continue the competition with double elimination brackets.
Seeds 3-6 play-off with the winners who move on to play 1-2 for a final spot.
