Versus Systems Partners With Xcite Interactive to Bring Patented Rewards Platform to Television and Streaming

Rhea-AI Summary

Versus Systems announced a partnership with Xcite Interactive on February 17, 2021, to enhance fan engagement at live events. This collaboration will use Versus' patented rewards technology, allowing audiences to earn real-world prizes while watching sports or playing games. Xcite's established technology supports major sports leagues and various events globally. The partnership aims to increase viewer engagement and provide new marketing opportunities for brands by integrating gamified experiences with interactive media.

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• Strategic partnership with Xcite Interactive enhances fan engagement opportunities.
• Utilization of patented rewards technology in live and virtual environments.
• Access to a large audience through established relationships in major sports leagues.

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Versus brings its real-world prizing software to live events, partnering with the company that powers interactive experiences for over 50% of NFL, MLB, NHL, and NBA teams

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Versus Systems Inc. (“Versus”) (Nasdaq: VS) (CSE:VS) (FRANKFURT:BMVB) today announced a partnership agreement with Xcite Interactive (“Xcite”), a world leader in interactive audience engagement. Audiences will be able to win real-world prizes while watching sports, playing mobile games, and watching streams on their TVs and mobile devices.

Xcite’s technology has powered interactive media experiences for major sports leagues like the NFL, NBA, NHL MLB, and NCAA, as well as events like the Olympics, the World Cup, X-Games, Formula1, and corporate events around the world. The interactive media platform has delivered experiential fan engagement for over 150 major sports teams and innovative entertainment partners, broadcasting on television, on OTT services, on custom websites, or on streaming platforms like YouTube and Twitch.

Under the partnership agreement, Versus will provide its patented rewards technology for use in both at-home and in-venue projects with Xcite, allowing fans to earn real prizes through Xcite’s platform, which includes gamification through voting, polling, trivia, predictive gaming, and mini-games that fans can play alongside the live event experience.

“Being able to earn real-world rewards while watching your favorite team play is a dream benefit for sports fans worldwide. Working with Xcite to bring prizes to fans in the stadium, and at home, is a fantastic application of our reward platform,” said Matthew Pierce, CEO of Versus Systems. “And it’s not just audiences that win. Brands will have new ways to reach audiences, and the events themselves will have more engaged viewers. It’s a very exciting partnership for everyone involved.”

“We believe Versus is the ideal technology partner for Xcite,” said Sean Hopkins, Founder and CEO of Xcite Interactive. “Our robust relationships with teams, venues, leagues, and event promoters gives us access to a huge and growing audience of fans, and the Versus Systems technology will enable our event partners to significantly enhance the level of fan engagement.”

About Xcite Interactive                 

Xcite Interactive is a global leader engaging online audiences at scale; we make every event more fun and profitable. Our cloud-scale web services platform brings the latest technology for gamification, content interaction and intelligence. We bring “audience expression” to another level and offer actionable moments for sponsors. You'll find our technology empowering the NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB, Olympics, World Cup, X-Games, Formula1 and corporate events around the globe. For more information, visit www.xcitelive.com.

For Xcite Interactive, contact:
JR Reichl
jreichl@xcitelive.com 
800-464-9445
xcitelive.com

About Versus Systems

Versus Systems Inc. has developed a proprietary in-game prizing and promotions engine that allows publishers, developers, and creators of games, apps, and other interactive media content to offer real world prizes inside their content. Players, viewers and users can choose from among the offered prizes and then complete in-game or in-app challenges to win the prizes. The Versus platform can be integrated into mobile, console, and PC games, as well as streaming media and mobile apps. For more information, please visit www.versussystems.com or visit the official Versus Systems YouTube channel.

For Versus Systems, contact:
Cody Slach, Sean McGowan
Gateway Investor Relations
949-574-3860
VS@gatewayir.com 
or
press@versussystems.com 

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FAQ

What is the partnership between Versus Systems and Xcite Interactive about?

Versus Systems partnered with Xcite Interactive to enhance audience engagement through gamification and real-world prize offerings during live sports events.

When was the partnership between Versus Systems and Xcite Interactive announced?

The partnership was announced on February 17, 2021.

How does Versus Systems' technology benefit sports fans?

Versus Systems' technology allows fans to earn real-world prizes through interactive experiences while watching games or participating in activities.

What leagues and events does Xcite Interactive work with?

Xcite Interactive has powered interactive experiences for major leagues including the NFL, MLB, NHL, and NBA, as well as events like the Olympics and World Cup.

What is the stock symbol for Versus Systems?

The stock symbol for Versus Systems is VS, and its CSE symbol is VSSYW.