Partnership will Bring an Exclusive College
Concert Series to Fans Featuring Offset Along with a New Original
Content Series Delivering Game Set-Ups For Underserved Creators And
Communities
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ANGELES, Oct. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Xfinity and
FaZe Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: FAZE) ("FaZe Clan"), the lifestyle and
media platform rooted in gaming and youth culture, today announced
plans to develop original content, private fan events, exclusive
merchandise, and more, further expanding upon an agreement that
recently began with FaZe Swagg's appearance in Xfinity's Unbeatable
Internet campaign with Ed Helms. The
goal of the partnership is to celebrate creators, the gaming
industry's biggest moments, and to highlight the integral role that
fast and reliable connectivity to the Internet plays in the
ecosystem. Xfinity will become the official Internet and Mobile
provider for FaZe Clan.
The two companies will host a series of private music and
gaming-crossover events for college students, The Gig, powered by
FaZe Clan and Xfinity will feature Hip Hop artist and longtime
member of the FaZe Clan family, Offset. Fans in attendance can meet
FaZe Clan members, learn about exclusive Xfinity offers for
students, interact with high-profile musical guests and walk home
with highly coveted prizes. The first show will be in Boston on November
3 at the MGM Ballroom, followed by a second concert in
Atlanta at the Tabernacle,
November 10.
"Xfinity understands the importance of having the best Internet
connection when it comes to streaming for the FaZe community and we
are proud to partner with them and utilize their services for top
performance," said Adam Bauer, SVP
of Partnerships at FaZe Clan. "We look forward to executing on
boundary-pushing activations, product launches, live events and
innovative content that we will be announcing and dropping in the
near future."
FaZe Clan and Xfinity will also produce an original series – Rig
Raiders Brought to you by Xfinity – which will feature FaZe Clan
members and special guests delivering game set-ups for underserved
creators and communities. Additionally, Xfinity branding will be
integrated into FaZe Clan's ongoing programming across all channels
and content.
"Fast, reliable and secure connectivity at home and on the go
are foundational to an awesome gaming experience and it is
something we're hyper focused on," said Mark Cruz, Director of Brand Partnerships for
Xfinity. "We know FaZe Clan and gamers choose Xfinity because of
our unbeatable internet and we're excited to showcase that
experience to all the fans of FaZe Clan."
Members of Xfinity Rewards, Xfinity's free customer appreciation
program, will have the chance to get access to items like
co-branded swag such as custom wearables and more. Xfinity Rewards
members will also have a chance to win VIP experiences to meet and
game with FaZe Clan members and tour the new FaZe Warehouse in
Los Angeles. Further details on
available prizes and sweepstakes will be announced in the near
future.
Fans can follow Faze Clan and Xfinity on Twitter, Instagram and
TikTok for updates.
About Comcast
Corporation
Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and
technology company that connects people to moments that matter. We
are principally focused on connectivity, aggregation, and streaming
with 57 million customer relationships across the United States and Europe. We deliver broadband, wireless, and
video through our Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky brands;
create, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and
news through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, Universal Studio
Group, Sky Studios, the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks,
multiple cable networks, Peacock, NBCUniversal News Group, NBC
Sports, Sky News, and Sky Sports; and provide memorable experiences
at Universal Parks and Resorts in the
United States and Asia.
Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.
ABOUT FAZE CLAN
FaZe Clan (Nasdaq: FAZE) is a digital-native lifestyle and media
platform rooted in gaming and youth culture, reimagining
traditional entertainment for the next generation. Founded in 2010
by a group of kids on the internet, FaZe Clan was created for and
by Gen Z and Millennials, and today operates across multiple
verticals with transformative content, tier-one brand partnerships,
a collective of notable talent, and fashion and consumer products.
Reaching over 500 million followers across social platforms
globally, FaZe Clan delivers a wide variety of entertainment
spanning video blogs, lifestyle and branded content, gaming
highlights and live streams of highly competitive gaming
tournaments. FaZe Clan's roster of more than 100 influential
personalities consists of engaging content creators, esports
professionals, world-class gamers and a mix of talent who go beyond
the world of gaming, including NFL star Kyler "FaZe K1" Murray,
Lebron "FaZe Bronny" James Jr., Lil Yachty aka "FaZe Boat", Offset
aka "FaZe Offset" and Snoop Dogg aka "FaZe Snoop." Its gaming
division includes 11 competitive esports teams who have won 35
world championships. The content of any website referenced or
hyperlinked in this communication is neither incorporated into, nor
part of, this communication. For more information, visit
www.fazeclan.com, investor.fazeclan.com and follow FaZe Clan on
Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and Twitch.
Press Contacts:
Xfinity: Joel_shadle@comcast.com
FaZe Clan: chloe.snyder@fazeclan.com +
alana.battaglia@fazeclan.com
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