PlayVS Acquires Generation Esports and Playfly College Esports, Forming North America's Largest Scholastic and Collegiate Esports Network

The strategic acquisitions unify 5,500+ K-12 schools and 900+ colleges in one platform, creating one comprehensive, competitive gaming pathway in North America

LOS ANGELES, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PlayVS, North America's leading amateur esports platform, today announced its acquisitions of Generation Esports and Playfly College Esports, ushering in a new era for competitive gaming. These strategic moves unite the full spectrum of scholastic and collegiate esports, seamlessly connecting elementary, middle, high school, and college programs into a single, student-centered ecosystem for players, coaches, and educators alike.

By integrating Generation Esports and Playfly College Esports into its platform, PlayVS expands its mission to support student competition from middle school through college—creating a unified pipeline that helps students compete, build skills, and pursue opportunities throughout their academic journeys. With more than 900 colleges and 5,500+ K-12 schools now on its platform, PlayVS represents the largest and most connected network in scholastic and collegiate esports.

"This is a historic moment for esports in schools," said Jon Chapman, CEO of PlayVS. "We are creating an unprecedented network for students to experience the benefits of gaming at every level. Whether they're just getting started in elementary school, competing in middle or high school, or continuing their journey into college, students now have a unified platform to build life skills, connect with their peers, and access meaningful academic and career pathways."

"Esports has been a key part of Playfly's investment thesis from the beginning, and we're incredibly proud of the team that built and led our esports business," said Craig Sloan, CEO of Playfly Sports. "As they join PlayVS—an established leader in the esports landscape—we're confident they will continue to thrive and make an even greater impact on the future of competitive gaming."

PlayVS expanded offering unlocks new ways for students to engage with gaming as a catalyst for both personal and academic growth. Participation in esports helps students develop critical STEM and technology skills, preparing them for some of the most exciting and innovative careers of the future. Generation Esports' curriculum, Gaming Concepts, ensures that students are not only competing but also gaining real-world skills that will serve them in their professional lives.

Additionally, this expansion creates meaningful opportunities for purpose-driven partners to support the growing impact of scholastic and collegiate esports. With PlayVS' expanded ecosystem reaching millions of Gen Z students across schools and colleges, there's a unique opportunity to invest in the future of gaming, education, and youth development. Brands and sponsors can now engage in esports through structured, values-driven programs that promote skill development, community building, and meaningful connections within educational environments.

About PlayVS

PlayVS is North America's leading amateur esports and gaming platform, dedicated to unlocking the many benefits of competitive gaming for students at every level. PlayVS offers a single, comprehensive community where players, coaches, educators, and parents come together to compete, connect, and grow. With the acquisitions of Generation Esports and Playfly Esports, PlayVS now provides the most comprehensive pathway in scholastic esports—from elementary school to college. PlayVS, one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies for 2025, is the official high school esports partner of the NFHS Network, the Special Olympics, and 40+ state and regional organizations across the U.S. and Canada. To learn more, visit https://playvs.com.

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