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Student-Focused Esports Deals

Generation Esports Partners with Nintendo for Middle School Esports

— February 22, 2023 — Tech
Generation Esports, a platform dedicated to scholastic esports, has revealed a collaboration with Nintendo. As part of the partnership, Generation Esports will integrate three Nintendo titles, namely Splatoon 3, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, into its Middle School Esports League offering. Adding popular titles such as Splatoon 3, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe will likely generate a lot of interest among students who enjoy playing these games.

Middle school students in the US participate in organized contests for a variety of video games, including Rocket League, Minecraft, and Brawhalla, as part of the Middle School Esports League (MSEL). The firms also disclosed that they would give out Nintendo Switch systems and software to some middle schools to increase engagement.

Image Credit: Generation Esports
Trend Themes
1. Middle School Esports - There is a growing trend in organizing esports leagues for middle school students, offering opportunities for brands to partner and integrate their video games into these leagues.
2. Integration of Popular Video Games - The trend of integrating popular video games like Splatoon 3, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe in middle school esports creates an opportunity for game developers to expand their reach to younger audiences.
3. Promotion Through Giveaways and Rewards - The trend of giving out rewards such as Nintendo Switch systems and software to middle schools creates opportunities for brands to promote their products and increase engagement among younger audiences.
Industry Implications
1. Video Game Industry - The integration of popular video games like Splatoon 3, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe in middle school esports leagues creates opportunities for video game companies to expand their reach to younger audiences and generate interest in their products.
2. Education Industry - The growing trend of middle school esports leagues presents opportunities for the education industry to integrate gaming and technology into the classroom and extracurricular activities.
3. Branding and Advertising Industry - The promotion and engagement opportunities through giveaways and rewards in middle school esports leagues open doors for branding and advertising companies to partner with organizations and increase awareness and loyalty among younger audiences.
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