In a bold move that merges the worlds of cryptocurrency and gaming, renowned OpTic streamer Seth ‘Scump’ Abner and OpTic Gaming Founder Hector ‘H3CZ’ Rodriguez have joined forces with Roobet, a leading crypto casino. Their partnership was kicked off with an electrifying gambling live-stream featuring Matthew ‘Nadeshot’ Haag from 100 Thieves. This strategic alliance marks yet another chapter in the evolving narrative of esports and crypto ventures.
The Dynamic Duo Reunites
Scump and H3CZ are not new to making headlines. Scump, a former professional Call of Duty (CoD) player, first joined OpTic Gaming in 2011 and continues to be a vital part of the organization as a streamer. H3CZ originally founded OpTic Gaming back in 2006, and after a brief hiatus following the sale of OpTic in 2017, he successfully reacquired the brand. In 2022, he reassumed his position as CEO, propelling OpTic to new heights.
Their recent ventures haven’t just been limited to team management and streaming; last year, both Scump and H3CZ made waves with their hefty $680m lawsuit against Activision Blizzard. The ongoing legal battle centers around allegations of monopoly practices in the CoD League.
The Rise of Gambling in Esports
Roobet, established in 2018, has been actively engaging with gaming personalities, hosting its own esports tournaments. The collaboration with Scump and H3CZ underscores a growing trend in esports, where partnerships with casinos and crypto firms become increasingly common. Recent alliances like GamerLegion’s deal with LEON.Bet and NIP Group’s Bitcoin ventures highlight this shift. Furthermore, Riot Games has opened the door for gambling sponsors in League of Legends and VALORANT, signaling broader industry acceptance.
In an exciting announcement on his personal X account, Scump expressed his enthusiasm for the new partnership: “Tables have never been hotter. Going live with my first stream with Hector and Matt live on kick NOW.”