New next-generation fantasy football
experience lets users make real-time decisions during live NFL
games
Pre-register
on primetimefantasy.com for iOS & Android
MONTRÉAL, Aug. 1, 2024
/CNW/ - Ubisoft, a leading video game publisher, the National
Football League and the National Football League Players
Association announced today NFL Primetime Fantasy, a
new free-to-play fantasy football card-style game where players
make real-time decisions alongside their friends during live NFL
regular season and playoff games. The worldwide launch is scheduled
for early November 2024. Users who
pre-register to participate in the beta will receive the early
access bundle for free at launch, which includes a classic+ card
pack and 100 adrenaline points.
"This exciting collaboration with Ubisoft opens up fresh
territory in the gaming world for the NFL," said Ed Kiang, vice president of video gaming at the
NFL. "NFL Primetime Fantasy marks the first NFL-licensed
mobile game tied to our live games, driving fans closer to the
sport than ever before. With this new addition to our expansive
gaming portfolio, we demonstrate our dedication to offering
non-traditional video gaming experiences for our fans."
Available on Android and iOS devices, NFL Primetime
Fantasy puts the decision-making in the hands of the users,
allowing them to experience what it's like to call the shots during
live NFL games. These game-time selections will ultimately affect
their fantasy points outcome. While playing NFL Primetime
Fantasy users can expect:
- "LIVE" Fantasy Sports Action - Users can tap into their
football instincts during live NFL games by anticipating big
moments or swapping out players from their bench at the right time
to boost their fantasy scores past the competition.
- Elite NFL Talent – The game allows users to grow a
collection of the best NFL players and build their dream fantasy
roster. They can level up their collection through gameplay,
enhancing the bonuses of the NFL player cards to unlock their full
potential.
- Weekly Events from Kickoff through the Super Bowl –
Whether it's following their favorite team during the regular
season or jumping into the action for the first time during the
playoffs, users can lock in a fantasy lineup of the best players on
the field and climb the leaderboard.
- Friendly Competition and Global Leaderboards – NFL
Primetime Fantasy is the first ever fantasy sports experience
where users can create a team together with their friends and
compete in a playoff tournament.
"At Ubisoft, our passionate team constantly seeks new market
opportunities. We're thrilled to partner with the NFL and NFLPA for
the first time, leveraging our gaming expertise to bring fans an
innovative experience with NFL Primetime Fantasy." said
Brenda Panagrossi, the US general
manager at Ubisoft. "By gamifying live stats, we turn real-time
game data into interactive, engaging content, offering a new way
for NFL fans to connect with the sport they love. This
collaboration marks an exciting step in delivering a new immersive
gaming opportunity."
"NFL players make the game exhilarating, and now fans can
immerse themselves in the excitement of live action with Ubisoft's
NFL Primetime Fantasy," said Matt
Curtin, president of NFL Players Inc., the marketing and
licensing arm of the NFLPA. "This innovative game lets fans use
their favorite stars and make real-time decisions that impact their
fantasy outcomes, bringing them closer to the game and the players
they love. We're thrilled to see players become a pivotal part of
this fantasy sports experience."
This unique live gaming experience was conceived and developed
by a passionate team of NFL fans and fantasy sports enthusiasts at
Ubisoft, led by Ubisoft Saguenay.
NFL Primetime Fantasy will debut during the 2024 NFL regular
season. To pre-register and try out the game during its early
testing phase, go to http://primetimefantasy.com
For more information about other Ubisoft games, please visit
news.ubisoft.com.
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