"We have always been aware that the groundwork for good preparation and a training environment is a reliable and speedy internet connection, especially before major tournaments. With AOL we are able to welcome a partner on board that offers more than we expected", explains Alexander T. Müller, Managing Director SK-Gaming. "In addition, the SK community will profit from this new partnership, as we will be able to offer brand new features on the official SK-Gaming website."
Marc-Nicolas Oerke, Director of Marketing and Communication of AOL Germany said: "Electronic sport is rapidly gaining acceptance and attention not only worldwide but also in Germany. Today's internet provides the environment for all gamers, regardless whether they compete on a professional level like SK-gaming players or for fun, to meet and play together. We are proud to support the world's best gamers and to develop interactive services for their fans."
Members of SK-Gaming compete worldwide at tournaments and rank among world's top players. SK-Gaming champion Daniel Schellhase, world champion in Electronic Arts' FIFA, played the Lanzelot 06 tournament by AOL in February 2006 as an unofficial competitor. While editors from all over Germany competed for the first ever German championship for IT-editors, the world champion gave away tricks for visitors and fans.
About AOL Games
The AOL gaming channel is one of AOL's most popular areas. According to a current AGOF survey (AGOF QIII-2005), with more than 1.6 million users (unique users per month) the channel ranks on the top position in Germany among all relevant gaming sites. AOL Games features more than 800 online, free and download games from all genres, available in single or multiplayer mode. All games along with premium service offers are available to all internet users at AOL-Games.