Trusted by 10,000+ Venues Nationwide

Turn Your E-Sports Into a Brand Experience Destination

Partner with top brands to bring free premium product samples to your gamers—boosting engagement, adding value, and earning incremental revenue.

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E-Sports brand activation
12K+
Samples Distributed
107.5K+
Consumers Reached
25+
Top Markets
1+
Active Brand Offers

Trusted by Leading Brands

Liquid I.V.
Red Bull
Clif Bar
KIND
Kraft Heinz
Anheuser-Busch
La Croix
GT's Kombucha

Everything You Need to Succeed

We've built a platform that makes it effortless to connect with brands and delight your members.

Access Premium Brand Demand

Connect with leading CPG, food, beverage, wellness brands and more actively seeking e-sports events like yours to reach engaged gamers.

Generate Incremental Revenue

Earn money for every sample distributed—with zero upfront costs, inventory risk, or operational burden on your team.

Enhance Member Experience

Delight your gamers with free products from brands they love. Sampling creates memorable moments that boost satisfaction and loyalty.

Effortless Operations

We handle logistics end-to-end—from brand coordination to product delivery. You just provide the space and your members do the rest.

Brand-Safe Partnerships

Every brand and campaign is vetted to ensure alignment with your values. You approve what comes into your e-sports event.

Join a Nationwide Network

Become part of 10,000+ venues partnering with Recess to transform how brands connect with consumers in real-world spaces.

How It Works

Get started in minutes and start earning with your very first campaign.

1

Create a Listing for Your E-sports event

Create and list your profile in under 5 minutes. 100% free to join and no obligations.

2

Get Matched with Brands

We connect you with brands looking to reach your specific gamers. You review and approve every campaign.

3

Receive & Distribute Samples

Products ship directly to your e-sports event and surprise and delight your community.

4

Get Paid

Get paid for every sample distributed to your gamers after completion of event.

Brand Success Stories

See what brands achieved at E-Sports venues

We partnered with a major energy drink brand for a sampling activation during our regional tournament, and it was incredibly well-received by our players and spectators. The platform made it easy to coordinate logistics, and we saw a noticeable boost in venue engagement that translated into higher concession sales. It's a win-win—our community gets to discover new products while we generate additional revenue.

CR

Crimson Esports Arena

Brand Partner

The activation we hosted for a peripheral manufacturer brought in a crowd that genuinely wanted to test out their products, which felt authentic to our gaming culture. What impressed us most was how the sampling event created natural conversations between the brand reps and our regulars, building real community rather than just pushing products. We've already booked our next activation because the ROI was clear—better customer relationships and a packed house.

VO

Voltage Gaming Lounge

Brand Partner

The product resonated well with fans, especially as an easy, microwavable option during gaming breaks. It naturally positioned itself as “gamer fuel,” which made it feel relevant and on-brand for the audience at the Block Party. I would be open to partnering again for future Block Parties. Having a product partner to help fulfill giveaways is helpful during Block Parties, as many teams activate with freebies and food offerings. It allows us to also have a giveaway item from a fan engagement standpoint while keeping investment efficient on our end.

EV

Evil Geniuses

Brand Partner

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost to me?
Nothing. It's 100% free for your organization. There are never any costs or fees associated with using the Recess platform.
When and how do we get paid?
Within 7 days of distributing the products and completing your recap survey, you'll receive payment via ACH transfer.
Are we responsible for getting the product to our venue?
No. Products are shipped directly to your location during a timeframe that you provide. We coordinate all logistics to make it as convenient as possible for you.
What happens if we deny a brand's offer that isn't a good fit for our venue?
There are no penalties. You always have the option to accept or deny offers and aren't penalized in any way. We want to make sure it's a program you would be excited about and that aligns with your brand values.