Overwatch League Signs Licensing Deal With Upper Deck
May 15, 2019
The Overwatch League has entered into its first esports league license multi-year agreement with Upper Deck.
The partnership includes licensed collectibles like trading card release as well as stickers, sticker books, prints, posters and memorabilia.
The first Overwatch League-licensed trading card set will release June 19, 2019 on www.UpperDeckEpack.com and will showcase fan-favorite players and teams from the league’s inaugural season.
Jason Masherah, President of Upper Deck, said: “We are excited to collaborate with the Overwatch League for our first esports deal and to deliver new products to Overwatch League fans. This is a great way to celebrate Upper Deck’s 30th anniversary, and we look forward to working with the talented team at Activision Blizzard for many years to come.”
Daniel Siegel, Head of Esports Licensing at Blizzard Entertainment, said: “Collaborating with Upper Deck allows the Overwatch League to offer fans everywhere the opportunity to collect and trade exclusive cards and collectibles—featuring their favorite teams and players—that can be cherished for years to come.This is an awesome milestone for our companies, and for esports as a whole.”