MTN DEW® AMP® GAME FUEL® Unlocks A New Level Of Gaming With First Drink Made By Gamers, For Gamers

 
New Call of Duty® World League and OpTic Gaming Partnerships Roll Out Ahead of January Launch of Four Flavors – Charged Cherry Burst, Charged Berry Blast, Charged Tropical Strike and Charged Original DEW
In one of the most anticipated innovation launches of the upcoming year, MTN DEW AMP is bringing its bold, boundary-pushing style to the world of gameplay with the launch of its newest beverage:  MTN DEW AMP GAME FUEL®. Including ingredients shown to improve accuracy and alertness, and complete with a no-slip grip and unique re-sealable lid, MTN DEW AMP GAME FUEL allows players an enhanced gaming experience. But the best part? MTN DEW AMP GAME FUEL is designed by gamers, for gamers, curated for those who thrive on the thrill of competition.
“Knowing gaming is an endurance sport, we listened to what players have been asking for when it comes to a beverage,” said Erin Chin, senior director, marketing, Mountain Dew. “MTN DEW AMP GAME FUEL is the first-ever drink created specifically for gamers and stands in its own category. It has energy credentials with its vitamin-charged and caffeine-boosted formula, and we can’t wait to share it with the gaming world come January.”
Level 1: Epic Co-Ops
MTN DEW AMP GAME FUEL is giving gamers access to some of the biggest events, leagues and esports teams, starting with its new Call of Duty World League sponsorship. Taking place Dec. 7-9, players at the upcoming Las Vegas competition will get an exclusive first taste of MTN DEW AMP GAME FUEL ahead of its 2019 launch.
“MTN DEW AMP GAME FUEL shares our vision for growing the audience for esports, and will help us deliver unique experiences for fans at each Call of Duty World League event this season, as well as help create exceptional content for viewers online,” said Brandon Snow, chief revenue officer of Activision Blizzard Esports Leagues. “CWL looks forward to working closely with the Mountain Dew team to develop the most exciting season in Call of Duty World League history.”
MTN DEW AMP GAME FUEL is also expanding its gaming roster with the addition of OpTic Gaming, an industry-defining esports, media and entertainment organization. “We are grateful to partner with such a prestigious beverage brand, as they share in the belief of our core values: precision and focus,” said Ryan Musselman, president, Infinite Esports & Entertainment. “We look forward to helping launch the MTN DEW AMP GAME FUEL brand, and are excited for all of the new content and opportunities they will bring for the Green Wall.”
Level 2: Fuel FTW!
MTN DEW AMP GAME FUEL is specially crafted to give gamers the boost they need during game play. The ingredients contained in MTN DEW AMP GAME FUEL have been shown to increase accuracy and alertness. All of the bold flavors contain 90 calories per 16 oz. and provide gamers great tasting energy to power through even the toughest levels.
Level 3: Next-Gen Hardware
The MTN DEW AMP GAME FUEL can was specifically designed to consider how gamers play. The re-sealable lid, created by Xolution, which specializes in innovative packaging solutions, allows for more uninterrupted game play and easy opening. The can’s no-slip grip mirrors the sensory design of accessories and hardware in gaming.
MTN DEW AMP GAME FUEL will launch all four flavors – Charged Cherry Burst, Charged Berry Blast, Charged Tropical Strike and Charged Original DEW – in retail stores nationwide on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019 in 16 oz. cans. Consumers will be able to find it in the energy door section of retail stores nationwide. MTN DEW AMP GAME FUEL is now available to pre-order at Amazon.com and Walmart.com.