Cloud9 Secures NVIDIA Partnership
Cloud9 and NVIDIA Join Forces
North American esports organization Cloud9 has partnered with technology giant NVIDIA. This collaboration will equip Cloud9’s esports teams with the latest NVIDIA GPUs, including NVIDIA Reflex, which helps reduce system latency for better gaming performance. The financial details of the deal remain undisclosed.
Cloud9’s New Gear
Cloud9’s practice sessions will now be powered by NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER GPUs. These cutting-edge GPUs will ensure smooth gaming experiences for the players. Additionally, Cloud9 plans to develop custom AI models to enhance competitive strategies and player performance, with support from NVIDIA.
Cloud9’s Competitive Edge
Founded in 2013 and based in Los Angeles, Cloud9 competes in various games like League of Legends, VALORANT, and Counter-Strike 2. The organization recently re-entered the Rocket League competitive scene in the North American RLCS 2024 circuit. Despite industry challenges, Cloud9 returned to profitability in 2023, partly due to a robust portfolio of partners.
Partnerships Fueling Success
Cloud9 has secured several partnerships, including:
- eyewear solution Zenni Optical
- crypto casino company BC.GAME
- car maker Kia
- decentralized Ethereum platform Polygon
- gaming chair brand Secretlab
- Red Bull
The organization also collaborated with the popular anime series One Piece for exclusive merchandise.
Technological Advancements
Jack Etienne, Co-Founder and CEO of Cloud9, expressed excitement about the partnership with NVIDIA. He emphasized that the GeForce RTX 40 Series GPUs and NVIDIA Reflex technology would provide Cloud9’s players with the performance and responsiveness needed to excel in competitive gaming and content creation.
Future Prospects
With NVIDIA’s support, Cloud9 is poised to push the limits in esports and deliver high-quality content. This partnership marks a significant step forward for Cloud9 as they continue to innovate and strive for excellence in the competitive gaming arena.
