OverActive Media Builds Global Momentum with Call of Duty League’s Return to Europe
Synergies from Recent Acquisitions Highlight New Fan Engagement Opportunities and Drive Revenue Growth
February 5, 2025
February 4, 2025 (MADRID, SPAIN; TORONTO, ONTARIO) – OverActive Media Corp. (“OverActive” or the “Company”) (TSXV: OAM) (OTC: OAMCF), a global esports and entertainment company for today’s generation of fans, today celebrates the completion of the first Call of Duty League (CDL) Major held in Europe in five years. Hosted by Movistar KOI at the iconic Caja Mágica in Madrid, Major I marked a historic European debut for Toronto Ultra, underscoring OverActive Media’s success in uniting esports communities on a global scale.
Pioneering New Energy in European Esports
Major I introduced Toronto Ultra’s high-octane gameplay to a dynamic and energized European audience, effectively expanding OverActive Media’s international footprint. This milestone event in collaboration with its recently acquired Movistar KOI teams, also amplified the visibility of the Company’s Call of Duty partners - SCUF Gaming, AMD, and Blacklyte—delivering significant exposure to European markets through exclusive activations and brand integrations.
“By bringing together top-tier talent, innovative strategies, and fresh ideas, we are forging deeper connections with fans while unlocking new revenue streams and growth opportunities,” said Adam Adamou, CEO of OverActive Media. “Seeing the excitement in Madrid and watching our acquisitions come to life reaffirms our commitment to building a global esports platform that entertains millions of fans while creating sustainable growth.”
Mr. Adamou continued, “Call of Duty Major I was the most successful Call of Duty Major we’ve ever hosted at OverActive Media. Over 12,000 fans attended, with more than 80% traveling from outside Spain, driving tourism and significant economic impact for the local community. The energy in the arena, the incredible level of competition, and the global engagement from fans made this event a defining moment for the Call of Duty League and a clear statement on the growth of esports in Europe.”
Driving Strategic Growth and Market Synergies
OverActive Media’s robust multi-region presence – supported by offices in Toronto, Madrid and Berlin – positions the Company to capitalize on diverse esports markets. The success of Major I demonstrates the value of:
- Expanding Fan Engagement: Cross-promotion between Toronto Ultra and Movistar KOI strengthens brand visibility, boost merchandise sales, and creates fresh opportunities for corporate partnerships.
- Global Revenue Streams and Profitability: Integrated technology, talent, and fan bases create scalable opportunities for sustainable revenue generation and enhancing value for shareholders.
Building a Unified Global Esports Platform
OverActive Media continues to deepen its footprint across Europe and beyond, hosting additional esports events and pursuing strategic partnerships in addition to existing partnerships with some of Europe’s most recognized brands, such as Telefónica, Kappa and Santander. The Company remains focused on uniting global communities of fans through innovation, inclusivity, and high-energy entertainment experiences.
For further information, please contact:
Media Inquiries:
Rikesh Shah, OverActive Media, CFO
Investor Relations:
Babak Pedram, Virtus Advisory Group
(416)995-8651
About OverActive Media
OverActive Media Corp. (TSXV: OAM) (OTC:OAMCF) is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, with operations in Madrid, Spain and Berlin, Germany, is a premier global esports and entertainment company for today's generation of fan. OverActive owns team franchises in professional esports leagues, including the Call of Duty League, operating as the Toronto Ultra, the League of Legends EMEA Championship (LEC), operating as MAD Lions KOI, the VALORANT Champions League (VCT) EMEA, operating as Movistar KOI and other professional esports leagues and competitions.
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