Rising Stars and Seasoned Pros to Compete in First VALORANT Tournament of 2021

FRISCO, Texas – December 9, 2020 – Complexity Gaming, one of North America’s most elite and longest-standing esports organizations, today announced a partnership with Nerd Street Gamers to host the Complexity VALORANT Invitational powered by Nerd Street Gamers. Taking place on January 9-10, the event will feature 16 of North America’s best VALORANT teams going head to head for their share of the $10,000 prize pool.

“The Complexity VALORANT Invitational powered by Nerd Street Gamers is a unique opportunity for up-and-comers and established professionals to come together in the first VALORANT tournament of the new year,” said Kyle Bautista, Chief Operating Officer at Complexity Gaming. “As VALORANT gains momentum in the esports ecosystem, we’re looking forward to teaming up with Nerd Street Gamers and contributing to the continued growth of the game’s vibrant community of players and fans.”

Nerd Street Gamers $10,000 VALORANT Monthly tournament, taking place on December 26-27, will serve as an official qualifier for the event. The top four teams from the qualifier will then join 12 directly invited teams, including Complexity’s VALORANT team, in the digital arena for the Complexity VALORANT Invitational powered by Nerd Street Gamers on January 9-10. Both seasoned professionals and rising stars will clash throughout the event, which marks the first VALORANT tournament of 2021.

“As we continue our work with the VALORANT community, we are honored to partner with Complexity for the first VALORANT tournament of 2021,” said Sean Powell, Director of Competitive Operations at Nerd Street Gamers. “We strive to provide opportunities for amateur gamers and joining forces with Complexity for the VALORANT qualifier and invitational allows us to accomplish that goal of accessibility.”

Nerd Street Gamers will manage all areas of the events competition, including tournament operations, broadcasting, and talent management. As for Complexity, the organization will produce engaging content to be integrated throughout the event’s live broadcast.

Both the Complexity VALORANT Invitational powered by Nerd Street Gamers and the qualifier event are available to teams based in the U.S. and Canada. Learn more and register online at: nerdstgamers.com/complexity. Be sure to tune into the live broadcast of the Complexity VALORANT Invitational powered by Nerd Street Gamers on Complexity’s official Twitch channel on January 9 and 10.

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About Complexity Gaming 

Complexity Gaming is one of North America’s longest standing and most successful esports organizations, now owned by Jerry Jones of the Dallas Cowboys and investor John Goff. The esports organization is led by Founder and CEO Jason Lake, considered by many to be one of the founding fathers of esports in North America. Complexity’s esports teams have won more than 140 championships in nearly 30 game titles over its 15+ year history. Staunchly committed to passion, professionalism, and a player-first mentality, Complexity has been continuously recognized as a global leader in modern esports. For more information on Complexity, visit http://Complexity.gg and follow the organization on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and Facebook.

About Nerd Street Gamers

Nerd Street Gamers (NSG) is a national network of esports facilities and events dedicated to powering competitive opportunities for gamers. The company promotes greater access to the esports industry, laying a national framework for esports talent development and high-quality gaming tournaments. NSG has received backing from Five Below, Comcast, SeventySix Capital, Elevate Ventures, and angel investor George Miller.

For more information, follow @nerdstgamers on Twitter or visit nerdstgamers.com.

Top World Of Warcraft Guild To Team Up with New Partners and Produce Engaging Content for Shadowlands Raid

FRISCO, Texas – December 7, 2020 – Complexity-Limit, the world’s #1 raiding World of Warcraft guild and partner of Complexity Gaming, today announced their return to Race to World First in the latest World of Warcraft expansion, Shadowlands. Kicking off December 15, Complexity-Limit will race to conquer the shadowy realm of Revendreth, battling Sire Denathrius in the Mythic Castle Nathria and kicking off the World of Warcraft story for Shadowlands. This year’s event will feature new participating talent, event partners, and content segments designed for a well-rounded viewing experience that can engage a diverse group of gaming fans.

“Race to World First is a competition unlike any other – it’s an incredibly demanding endeavor that challenges players to think critically over long periods of time,” said Sören Vendsahm, General Manager of Complexity Gaming. “All eyes are on Complexity-Limit as the guild attempts to defend their rank as the world’s top raiding guild, and we’ll be supporting them every step of the way through unique experiences for viewers and help from our partners.”

Complexity will continue to bring unmatched production value to Complexity-Limit’s Race to World First broadcasts this year, with an increased focus on creating unique content and engagement opportunities for fans. Through an ongoing partnership with Twitch, Complexity will stream approximately 16 to 18 hours of live Race to World First content exclusively on the organization’s official Twitch channel each day as well as individual Twitch streams from Limit members including Maximum, Thdlock, Imfiredup, and Lightee. OTK Network will also produce a daily roundtable show hosted by leading World of Warcraft influencers Asmongold, REALMizkif, Esfand, and Rich Campbell on their channel.

Complexity-Limit will welcome Blue Microphones, a leading innovator in audio technology and design, as the guild’s official microphone partner. As part of the partnership, Blue will supply Complexity-Limit guild members with the new Yeti X World of Warcraft Edition professional USB microphone to use throughout Race to World First, delivering Blue broadcast-quality audio with exceptional focus and clarity for the guild’s communication during the race. Blue will also power listen-ins, allowing viewers behind-the-scenes insight into the guild’s communication. Additionally, Complexity will equip the guild with Herman Miller Embody Gaming Chairs. As the ultimate performance tool, the Embody Gaming Chair will help them compete comfortably through extended hours of gaming.

Texas-based Balanced Media Technology will also support the event, streamlining asset creation with Raider.io from World of Warcraft’s API to inject real-time game stats including boss kills, position rank, and instance class compilation into the Complexity-Limit broadcast. WoW Head will provide additional analytical support, helping to break down fights and elaborate on evolving strategy.

“In February we learned what it takes to be Race to World First champions, and we’re ready to carry that momentum into Shadowlands,” said Kevin “Atrocity” Bannick, Complexity-Limit’s newest Guild Officer. “Thanks to Complexity, we’ve been able to focus purely on preparing for the upcoming raid, and we’re looking forward to giving this event our all.”

This year’s Race to World First: Shadowlands event promises another thrilling exhibition packed with best-in-class strategy and can’t-miss entertainment for WoW fans. Six of Complexity-Limit’s guild members will compete in a safe bubble environment at Complexity’s headquarters, the GameStop Performance Center (GSPC), beginning on December 15. Complexity will manage all areas of the event’s broadcast and player needs, providing nutritional meals and recovery amenities, so guild members can focus on what they do best – getting World First kills.

This marks the guild’s second Race to World First event under the Complexity banner, since partnering together in October 2019. Complexity-Limit will look to follow up on its championship performance in February, where they became the world’s first to conquer the legendary N’zoth, the final boss in the Ny’alotha raid, in 274 attempts and the first North American guild to win a Race to World First in a decade.

For more information on Complexity Limit, please visit https://www.limit-guild.com.

For more information on Complexity, please visit https://complexity.gg/.

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About Complexity-Limit
Limit, now known as Complexity-Limit, was founded in early 2015 from top raiding guilds across North America. Setting their eyes on beating other North American guilds, while also improving their own world rankings, they took their first NA #1, World 7th rank in Hellfire Citadel, tackling Mythic Archimonde and sealing their fate as a force to be reckoned with. As they’ve climbed the world ranks tier after tier, the dream of becoming the #1 raiding guild in the world was realized in February 2020. Limit won the “Race to World First” in dominating fashion by being the first team to defeat 9/12 bosses and defeating the final boss days before the next closest guild.

About Complexity Gaming
Complexity Gaming is one of North America’s longest standing and most successful esports organizations, now owned by Jerry Jones of the Dallas Cowboys and investor John Goff. The esports organization is led by Founder and CEO Jason Lake, considered by many to be one of the founding fathers of esports in North America. Complexity’s esports teams have won more than 140 championships in nearly 30 game titles over its 15+ year history. Staunchly committed to passion, professionalism, and a player-first mentality, Complexity has been continuously recognized as a global leader in modern esports. For more information on Complexity, visit http://Complexity.gg and follow the organization on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and Facebook.

Today, we part ways with one of our longest-tenured team members, Matt “Warden” Dickens.

A legend in the Counter-Strike community, Matt was one of the original members of Complexity Counter-Strike. He had competed in the game since inception and has been a part of some of the most iconic moments in esports history. Over the past few years, Matt has been invaluable in his role as a coach, manager, and mentor to our players.

“When I took this job I never imagined it would turn into what it has.  We always dreamed it would, but I could never imagine what Complexity would build in Frisco, Texas.  I am very thankful for the greater part of a decade I was able to represent Complexity and wear the colors proudly.  I know it is time for a new adventure in my professional life.  Thanks to everyone who has supported me over the years and all the friendly faces I have met all over the world.  It is you who has kept me inspired and trying hard each and every day.  Having now served the Complexity brand as a player, coach, and manager I can honestly say I am proud to know the people at Complexity and the hard work they put into their jobs.  The heart and passion of your work never went unnoticed. To quote Frank Herbert, “There is no real ending. It’s just the place where you stop the story.”

– Matt “Warden” Dickens

“Matt was one of the very first professional gamers I ever hired and our journey over 15+ years has been one I will always cherish. I’m very grateful to him for his massive contributions to the Complexity legacy and wish him and his wife the absolute best in the future. Thanks for everything, Wardino, and God speed old friend.”

– Jason Lake

We’d like to wish Matt nothing but the best going forward.