Las Vegas: Resorts World to partner with esports organization DarkZero

Friday, August 6, 2021 10:35 PM

Resorts World Las Vegas is entering the esports arena.

The new resort on the Vegas Strip has entered a partnership with DarkZero, an American esports organization. Resorts World will be the exclusive host of DarkZero athletes, partners, and leaders at its property.

“The health and wellness of our players and staff is at the center of everything we do,” said DarkZero Head of Partnerships Tommy Padula Friday in a statement, “and Resorts World Las Vegas offers a variety of unique opportunities for our players and staff to get away and recharge.”

As DarkZero’s official resort, the Resorts World logo will appear on the left sleeve of the Rainbow 6: Siege and Valorant team jerseys; the DarkZero homepage; and across the organization’s and players’ social media channels. The esports organization also will offer exclusive VIP experiences to Resorts World including “Play with a Pro,” an experiential opportunity to play one-on-one with DarkZero athletes.

There also will be opportunities to visit DarkZero’s headquarters near the Vegas strip.

“This partnership with Resorts World Las Vegas will unlock access to world class amenities for everyone under our brand, as well as current and future partners,” said DarkZero CEO Zach Matula said in a statement. “DarkZero will remain committed to becoming an impactful and influential organization within the Las Vegas community. This partnership will ensure that we work alongside Resorts World Las Vegas as they grow in the gaming industry.”

Rege Behe

Rege Behe brings more than 30 years of experience as a journalist to his role as a lead contributor to CDC Gaming. His work ranges from day-to-day industry coverage to deeper features such as the CDC Gaming Roundtables and the “10 Women Rising in Gaming” series.