Matcherino has announced a partnership with game developer and publisher Supercell for the mobile game ‘Brawl Stars.’ As a result of the collaboration, Matcherino will sponsor third-party tournaments for Brawl Stars. Players can earn cash prizes and limited-edition game pins during the matches, including a unique ‘Contributor’s Pin’ for donators that showcases the player’s support of the Brawl Stars competitive community.
Supercell vows to match the prize money for Brawl Stars tournaments, aiming to boost the game’s esports community with third-party organizations. Matcherino’s current partners include names like Razer, GFUEL, Activision Blizzard, and DreamHack.
"The Brawl Stars community is a massive one, and this partnership will help passionate organizers and fans take the Brawl Stars competitive scene to new heights while ensuring that players of all skill levels have a place to compete," Matcherino stated.
Esport Tournament Sponsors
Matcherino and Supercell Will Sponsor 'Brawl Stars' Tournaments
Trend Themes
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