GameSquare to Develop Games for SpongeBob SquarePants through License Agreement with Paramount Game Studios
'After an initial campaign in December 2024 that brought Bikini Bottom to thousands of fans and gamers, we are excited to expand our relationship with Zoned and GameSquare,' said Doug Rosen, Senior Vice President, Games and Emerging Media, Paramount. 'We are excited to see what GameSquare and the team at Zoned can create and help more of our fans engage with their favorite SpongeBob SquarePants characters.'
'We are thrilled to deepen our relationship with Paramount, which is a testament to the success of our initial campaigns,' said Carlos Tovar, President of Zoned. 'We're excited to bring fun and creative SpongeBob SquarePants-themed games to global fans and gamers alike. We have an ambitious development plan, and we are looking forward to creating immersive games that highlight the very best of Bikini Bottom.'
This announcement follows a series of strategic partnerships secured by Zoned, a full-service marketing agency under GameSquare Holdings that specializes in bridging the gap between gaming and pop culture with the most recent launch of the Topgolf Universe on Fortnite's UEFN platform.
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About Paramount Consumer Products
Paramount Consumer Products oversees all licensing and merchandising for Paramount (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by a diverse slate of consumer brands, Paramount Consumer Products' portfolio is based on content from platforms including Paramount+, CBS (including CBS Television Studios and CBS Television Distribution), cable networks (including MTV, Nickelodeon and Showtime), and Paramount Pictures. Additionally, the division operates Paramount Game Studios. With properties spanning animation, live-action, preschool, youth and adult, Paramount Consumer Products is committed to creating the highest quality product for some of the world's most beloved, iconic franchises. To view our range of consumer products and Paramount branded apparel, visit ParamountShop.com.
About GameSquare Holdings, Inc.
GameSquare's (NASDAQ: GAME) mission is to revolutionize the way brands and game publishers connect with hard-to-reach Gen Z, Gen Alpha, and Millennial audiences. Our next-generation media, entertainment, and technology capabilities drive compelling outcomes for creators and maximize our brand partners' return on investment. Through our purpose-built platform, we provide award-winning marketing and creative services, offer leading data and analytics solutions, and amplify awareness through FaZe Clan, one of the most prominent and influential gaming organizations in the world. With one of the largest gaming media networks in North America, as verified by Comscore, we are reshaping the landscape of digital media and immersive entertainment. GameSquare's largest investors are Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and the Goff family.
To learn more, visit www.gamesquare.com.
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