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Team Vitality Supercharges Mobile Esports Presence with Acquisition of Indonesian Giant Bigetron Esports

 





In a move that sent ripples throughout the esports world, French powerhouse Team Vitality has officially announced its acquisition of Indonesian esports organization Bigetron Esports. This strategic acquisition, revealed on May 15, 2025, signifies Team Vitality's ambitious foray deeper into the burgeoning Southeast Asian mobile gaming market and its commitment to becoming a truly global esports organization.

The acquisition sees Bigetron Esports, a prominent force in the Southeast Asian mobile esports scene since its establishment in 2017, rebrand to "Bigetron by Vitality." This name change respects Bigetron's strong local legacy while allowing Team Vitality to seamlessly integrate the brand into its future mobile gaming endeavors. The financial details of this significant deal remain undisclosed.

A Strategic Power Play for Mobile Dominance

Team Vitality's CEO, Nicolas Maurer, expressed his enthusiasm about the acquisition, stating, "We are thrilled to announce our acquisition of Bigetron Esports. As the popularity of mobile gaming continues to soar, particularly with younger generations growing up on mobile games, Team Vitality is proud to support shaping the long-term future of mobile gaming esports together with the Bigetron leadership team. This acquisition marks an important step in our internationalisation as well as becoming the best gaming organisation in the1 world.”

This acquisition is a clear indication of Team Vitality's long-term vision to expand its global footprint and tap into the immense potential of mobile esports. Southeast Asia, with its massive and engaged mobile gaming community, represents a key strategic market for growth. Bigetron Esports brings to the table a strong and established presence in this region, boasting successful teams across several popular mobile titles.

Bigetron's Impressive Roster Joins the Hive

As part of the acquisition, Team Vitality welcomes Bigetron Esports' impressive roster of teams, including:

  • Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (Men's Team): A formidable contender in the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League Indonesia (MPL ID).
  • PUBG Mobile Team: A consistent performer on the global stage with multiple World Championship appearances and titles from 2019 and 2020.
  • Free Fire Team: The reigning champions of the Free Fire World Series (FFWS) Indonesian Fall 2024.
  • Honor of Kings Team: A partner team in the newly established Professional Honor of Kings League in Indonesia.2
  • Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (Women's Team - Bigetron Era): Notably, Team Vitality had already acquired this dominant women's team in 2024, showcasing the initial stages of this strategic partnership.

Furthermore, Bigetron Esports' CEO, Edwin Chia, will work closely with Nicolas Maurer and Team Vitality's Corporate Director of Global Operations, Danny Engels, to spearhead the organization's mobile gaming division. Chia emphasized the shared vision driving this merger, stating, "The merger was driven by our shared vision with Team Vitality to inspire and empower gamers to achieve greatness through innovation, collaboration, and relentless dedication to excellence. We believe alongside Team Vitality, we can continue achieving greatness and showcasing the stellar Indonesian esports talent on an expansive international stage.”3

A Boost for the Esports World Cup

This acquisition also strategically positions Team Vitality for the upcoming Esports World Cup in Riyadh. By integrating Bigetron's strong mobile teams, Team Vitality significantly strengthens its chances in the "Club Points" system, where fielding multiple successful teams across various titles contributes to the overall tally.

Team Vitality's Journey to Global Prominence

Founded in France in August 2013, Team Vitality has grown into one of the leading esports organizations globally. Initially focused on PC titles like League of Legends and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (now Counter-Strike 2), Vitality has consistently demonstrated a commitment to competitive excellence. Their victory at the BLAST.tv Paris Major 2023 in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive stands as a testament to their world-class caliber.

While primarily known for its PC esports presence, Team Vitality has previously ventured into mobile esports, fielding a European Arena of Valor roster in 2018 and an all-Indian Call of Duty: Mobile team from 2021 to early 2025. The acquisition of Bigetron Esports marks a significant and more substantial commitment to the mobile esports landscape, leveraging Bigetron's established infrastructure and success in the Southeast Asian market.

Bigetron Esports: A Legacy of Mobile Gaming Excellence

Bigetron Esports quickly rose to prominence in Southeast Asia after its inception in 2017. The Indonesian organization has cultivated a passionate fanbase and achieved significant success across multiple mobile titles, most notably in PUBG Mobile and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang. Their PUBG Mobile team, formerly known as Bigetron Red Aliens (RA), secured multiple world championship titles, cementing their status as a dominant force. Bigetron also boasts a substantial social media following, with over 6.8 million followers across various platforms, and a network of influential Southeast Asian brand ambassadors with a combined reach of over 27 million.

The Future: Bigetron by Vitality

The rebranding to "Bigetron by Vitality" signifies a new chapter for both organizations. It combines Team Vitality's global brand recognition and infrastructure with Bigetron Esports' regional expertise and passionate community. This synergy is poised to create a formidable force in the mobile esports arena, both in Southeast Asia and on the global stage.

With this acquisition, Team Vitality now boasts over 170 employees across offices in Paris, Berlin, and Jakarta, fielding 19 competitive teams across 15 different games. Their global fanbase now exceeds 10 million, further solidifying their position as a true international esports powerhouse. The esports world will be watching closely as "Bigetron by Vitality" embarks on this exciting new journey, aiming for further dominance in the dynamic world of mobile esports.

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