AnyMind Group and REJECT: A New Era of Esports Collaboration
In an exciting development for the esports industry, AnyMind Group, a prominent technology company, has established a strategic partnership with REJECT, one of Japan's leading esports brands. This collaboration aims to leverage AnyMind's social media and social commerce platforms to support the growth and monetization of REJECT's athletes, creators, and VTubers, marking a significant step forward in the esports landscape.
The Importance of Partnership
As esports and gaming content continue to thrive, especially in the Asia-Pacific region, the need for effective marketing through collaborations with creators and esports teams has become increasingly critical for gaming companies. REJECT stands out as a premier esports brand in Japan, boasting a diverse range of IPs including professional players, creators, and VTubers, which have garnered immense support both domestically and internationally.
To successfully navigate marketing efforts across borders, gaming enterprises must understand local market insights, trends, and establish optimal matches with appropriate creators. This partnership combines REJECT’s community and IPs with AnyMind Group's technology and global network, creating a new initiative to empower creator growth while simultaneously expanding gaming companies’ businesses.
Key Support Initiatives
Through this partnership, REJECT will utilize AnyMind Group’s robust platform to accelerate their borderless expansion in the gaming and esports sectors.
Talent Growth and Monetization Support via AnyCreator
AnyMind's platform,
AnyCreator, will play a vital role in supporting REJECT's esports teams and creators. This includes creating opportunities for collaboration with brands, data-driven account analytics, and assistance with monetizing their content. The goal is to help talents expand their reach smoothly into overseas markets, particularly within Asia, while driving both growth and revenue generation.
Cross-Border Marketing Support for Game Developers
When game developers look to market their products in Japan and other regions, they will receive support from AnyMind to craft the most effective promotional strategies, utilizing local market trends and resources. By integrating the communities of REJECT with AnyMind’s technology, the partnership aims to comprehensively aid in brand recognition and enhance fan engagement from awareness to deep connection.
Voices from the Leadership
Ben Chien, Managing Director of AnyMind Hong Kong, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership:
“We are thrilled to partner with REJECT, which represents Japan's esports and youth culture. Combining REJECT's appealing IP with AnyMind Group’s core platforms like AnyTag and AnyCreator, we aim to build an ecosystem that offers new growth opportunities for creators and athletes to thrive beyond borders.”
Similarly, Shohei Koyama, CEO of REJECT, noted the potential for expanded digital presence:
“By leveraging AnyMind Group’s platforms and global network, our athletes and creators can enhance their digital presence and uncover new opportunities. We look forward to creating long-term value through collaboration with brand partners.”
About REJECT
Founded in 2018, REJECT has quickly emerged as a leading esports team and digital entertainment IP provider in Japan. The organization boasts an impressive roster of competitive divisions and a track record of participating in international competitions, with total prize money exceeding 750 million yen.
They have also been selected as an official partner team for the
Esports World Cup Foundation Club Partner Program 2025/2026, a prestigious program featuring only the world's top 40 teams. The roster includes legendary fighting game player Daigo Umehara and tactical shooter star Dep among many others, as REJECT continuously challenges on a global level across both competitive and youth culture.
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REJECT
About AnyCreator
AnyCreator serves as a comprehensive platform and application dedicated to supporting the growth of creators. By integrating their social media accounts, creators can perform insights analysis on followers, engage with brands, and manage collaborative projects seamlessly. The platform also provides monetization support for content and assistance in launching branded initiatives, offering a complete support system for creators.
About AnyTag
AnyTag is an influencer marketing platform that aids companies in their influencer marketing efforts, utilizing insight data and AI to select and cast the most suitable influencers. Post-campaign analytics, including real-time reports and effectiveness measurement, are also included to enhance promotional impact. Its integration with social media accounts allows it to serve as a comprehensive tool for managing brand social media strategies, offering access to over 3.1 million influencers across more than 45 countries as of December 2025.
About AnyMind Group
Founded in Singapore in 2016,
AnyMind Group is a technology company with a presence in 15 countries and regions across Asia. They specialize in social media marketing and social commerce, providing integrated data and operational support through their Business Process as a Service (BPaaS) model, assisting brands in their growth endeavors. The company is publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market under the stock code 5027.
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AnyMind Group