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Moist Esports Merges with Shopify Rebellion, Forming Major Esports Powerhouse

YouTubers MoistCr1TiKaL and Ludwig join as co-owners of Shopify Rebellion after years of financial losses running Moist Esports.

  • Shopify Rebellion and Moist Esports have merged, with MoistCr1TiKaL and Ludwig becoming co-owners of one of the largest esports organizations.
  • The merger follows Moist Esports' financial struggles, with MoistCr1TiKaL revealing a $4.2 million loss over four years running the team.
  • Shopify Rebellion now fields teams across multiple major esports, including League of Legends, Valorant, Rocket League, and DOTA 2.
  • Some staff and players from Moist Esports were laid off as part of the merger, with the Moist branding being largely absorbed into Shopify Rebellion.
  • Both creators expressed passion for supporting esports despite financial challenges, with MoistCr1TiKaL stating he would endure the losses again for the love of the scene.
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