Team Liquid has announced that it is entering a multi-year partnership with Blacklyte, which will become the organisation’s official gaming chair, desk and accessories partner.
Blacklyte will be offering its products to support Team Liquid’s rosters across North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia. The promotion will include product co-development and promotions, as well as community activations.
The new partnership is set to debut at the BLAST.tv Austin Major starting with Team Liquid’s Counter-Strike 2 team, where Blacklyte will also feature its special edition chairs. The organisation will hold several activations during the event, including a Blacklyte x Team Liquid watch party taking place on June 14th and 15th, 2025.
Steve Arhancet, Co-CEO of Team Liquid, said: “Blacklyte is a new company that brings a fresh perspective to gaming furniture design and performance-driven development. Customisability and intuitive features make a real impact for our players in the constantly evolving competitive landscape.
“We’re excited to work with a partner with grand ambitions that match ours.”
Team Liquid to Design Its Own Gaming Chair With Blacklyte
Team Liquid will collaborate with Blacklyte to develop its next-generation products, informed by input from professional players and streamers. According to a press release acquired by Esports Insider, future products from this partnership will focus more on ‘improved ergonomics’ and ‘expanded customisability.’
The esports organisation has designed a chair with Blacklyte, which is set to launch in 2026 and become Team Liquid’s primary gaming chair of choice across all facilities
Alex Liu, Founder and CEO of Blacklyte, said: “We’re thrilled to join forces with such a prestigious team, and it’s inspiring to witness the impact they’ve had on the esports community. Team Liquid is renowned for their data-driven approach to player wellbeing and performance, and we will benefit from their experience working with top esports athletes.
“This partnership not only reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering high-performance gear that empowers players and elevates their game at every level, but also strengthens our ties to the esports community. We look forward to working with Team Liquid to deliver our next generation of products.”
