A collaboration between DrayTek, a popular networking hardware brand, and EPIC.LAN, has been announced. DrayTek will take on the role of EPIC.LAN's official network partner in 2023 and 2024 as a result of the agreement. Additionally, DrayTek equipment will be utilized to guarantee that all attendees and participants of EPIC.LAN will have access to the internet.
In addition to its network responsibilities, DrayTek will showcase its consumer-facing products at the EPIC.LAN event, helping boost its reputation in the scene. EPIC.LAN has also disclosed that it intends to use DrayTek gear at several additional gaming and esports events taking place in the UK and Ireland.
"We are delighted to be partnering with a renowned esports entity like EPIC.LAN. DrayTek’s collaboration with EPIC.LAN exemplifies our commitment to supporting the gaming community and providing superior networking solutions for competitive gaming. By joining forces with them, we aim to create an immersive and seamless LAN tournament environment that truly showcases the passion and skill of competitive gaming," said Gareth Long, Business Director at DrayTek.
Esports Networking Activations
EPIC.LAN Partners with DrayTek for its 2023 and 2024 Events
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