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GameSquare (NASDAQ: GAME) has announced the return of the Soldier Showdown 5, an esports tournament aimed at active-duty U.S. service members, set to begin on May 6, 2023. In partnership with the U.S. Army Installation Management Command, this event promotes camaraderie through gaming and includes popular titles like Multiversus, Rocket League, and Call of Duty: Warzone. The finals will take place at the Lenovo Legion Esports Center in November 2023. This year, Complexity Gaming will implement Stream Hatchet analytics to enhance competition measurement. Registration is currently open exclusively for eligible military members, with weekly matchups streamed on Twitch. The initiative aims to strengthen bonds among soldiers and elevate participation compared to previous years.

GameSquare Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:GAME) announced the completion of its arrangement with GameSquare Esports Inc., acquiring all outstanding securities of GSQ. Following this merger, GSQ shares will be delisted from the Canadian Securities Exchange. The newly combined entity aims to become a leader in gaming, esports, and media by connecting global brands with youth culture audiences. A successful public offering raised approximately $9.59 million, and the company consolidated its shares on a 1-for-4 basis, resulting in about 12.9 million shares outstanding. GameSquare will celebrate this milestone by ringing the Nasdaq Opening Bell and hosting a Fortnite tournament event featuring popular streamer Ninja.

Engine Gaming and Media, Inc. (NASDAQ:GAME) has completed its public offering of 7,673,000 subscription receipts at $1.25 each, raising gross proceeds of $9,591,250. The company aims to consolidate its shares on a 1-for-4 basis and has received approval to change its name to GameSquare Holdings, Inc.. The consolidation and name change will commence trading on April 11, 2023. Additionally, Engine is finalizing its arrangement with GameSquare Esports Inc. (OTCQB:GMSQF), where former GameSquare shareholders will receive new shares in a specific exchange ratio. After the conversion, the shareholder distribution will be 33.6% Engine, 51.2% GameSquare, and 15.2% subscription receipt holders. The company will maintain its NASDAQ listing under the symbol GAME and will ring the Nasdaq Opening Bell on the effective date.

Engine Gaming and Media (NASDAQ: GAME) announced an overnight marketed offering to issue up to $9 million in subscription receipts at $1.25 each. The offering, managed by Roth Canada, Inc., includes a 15% over-allotment option. This initiative is linked to the upcoming acquisition of GameSquare Esports Inc. (OTCQB: GMSQF), approved by both companies' shareholders and the Ontario Superior Court. Upon transaction close, subscription receipts will convert into common shares of Engine. The company plans to rebrand as GameSquare Inc. and will undergo a share consolidation to meet Nasdaq requirements.

Engine Gaming and Media, Inc. (NASDAQ:GAME) announced an overnight marketed offering of subscription receipts at $1.25 per receipt, with proceeds held in escrow until the pending acquisition of GameSquare Esports Inc. (CSE:GSQ) is finalized. The transaction, approved by both companies' shareholders and the Ontario Superior Court, will conclude within two weeks, pending customary conditions. Following this, the company will change its name to GameSquare Inc. and consolidate shares to meet Nasdaq requirements. Additionally, insiders are set to participate meaningfully in the offering, classified as a related party transaction under MI 61-101.

Engine Gaming and Media (NASDAQ:GAME) has completed a shares-for-debt transaction extinguishing US$305,137 of outstanding debt by issuing 200,000 common shares at a deemed price of US$1.525 each. Additionally, 100,000 common shares were issued to settle a litigation matter. The shares are subject to a hold period expiring on July 23, 2023. Engine Gaming focuses on providing analytics, influencer marketing, and programmatic advertising services in the gaming industry, generating revenue through subscriptions and managed services.

Engine Gaming and Media (NASDAQ:GAME) announced the appointment of Lawrence R. Rutkowski to its Board of Directors effective March 16, 2023, on an interim basis. Rutkowski previously served from January 2021 to March 2023. He will also chair the Audit Committee and participate in other committees, providing continuity as the company moves forward with an arrangement agreement with GameSquare Esports. Rutkowski has held executive roles at notable companies including Petco and Walt Disney. Engine Gaming specializes in live streaming data, social analytics, and programmatic advertising, aiming to drive new revenue streams for its clients.

GameSquare Esports Inc. and Engine Gaming and Media, Inc. have received approval from the Ontario Superior Court to proceed with their plan of arrangement. Engine Gaming will acquire all of GameSquare's outstanding shares at an exchange ratio of 0.08262 shares of Engine Gaming for each GameSquare share. Following the arrangement, GameSquare shareholders are expected to own about 60% of the combined company, which will trade under the ticker symbol GAME on NASDAQ and TSX Venture Exchange. This merger aims to strengthen their position in the gaming and esports sectors.