Valnet, a leading global digital publishing and media investment company, has acquired premium gaming publication Polygon from Vox Media. The acquisition brings Polygon into Valnet’s robust gaming portfolio known as The Valnet Gaming Group, which reaches over 1.2 billion users annually.
Polygon joins a group of industry-leading publications including Game Rant, TheGamer, Fextralife, OpenCritic, DualShockers, and HardcoreGamer. This addition follows Valnet’s recent acquisition of Fextralife earlier this year. With Valnet’s proven operational excellence, Polygon is expected to reach new editorial heights through focused investment and innovation.
Founded in 2012 as part of Vox Media’s portfolio, Polygon has built a high-value audience across its site, social media, YouTube channels, videos, newsletters, and more. The brand is known for its in-depth and analytical approach to video game journalism, publishing feature articles, essays, and reviews that delve into the cultural, social, and artistic aspects of gaming.
The acquisition was announced as part of Valnet’s long-term growth strategy, with Polygon aligning perfectly with the company’s mission to deliver unmatched value to both audiences and advertisers. “It is with immense pride and gratitude that we welcome Polygon into our growing family of world-class gaming brands,” said Hassan Youssef, CEO & Founder at Valnet.
Polygon attracts a US monthly reach of over 6 million and has more than 3.5 million social media followers. The acquisition marks a powerful reaffirmation of Valnet’s deep commitment to the gaming industry, further strengthening its position in the gaming media landscape.
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