What is Project Respawn?
Respawn is a full upgrade to how our gaming community works.
It’s no longer just about scheduled tournaments. You can jump in anytime, compete instantly, and earn value every time you play. Everything has been rebuilt to be faster to start, easier to understand, and more rewarding the more you engage.
What are Seasons?
Seasons are limited-time periods where you play games, earn tokens, and work towards rewards. Everything you do during a season counts toward that season’s rewards.
How long are Seasons?
Most seasons last 4-8 weeks. The exact length is always shown at the start of each season and customized by each community.
What is Blitz?
Blitz is a fast, instant match against a small number of other players (typically 4 or 8 competitors). Jump in, get matched, start competing.
What is VS?
VS is a head-to-head match between you and another player. You compete directly and earn tokens based on performance. 1-match and done.
Can I play at any time?
Yes. Blitz & VS are always available when live.
What are Tokens?
Tokens are Rival’s in-app currency. You earn them by playing. Tokens are used to enter raffles and unlock seasonal rewards.
What is a Raffle?
Each season features one raffle. Every token you earn becomes one entry into that raffle. More tokens means better chances of winning!
What is a Raffle Drawing?
The raffle drawing happens at the end of the season. The exact date and time are always shown in the app.
Do Tokens Expire?
Tokens earned in a season can only be used for that season’s raffle. Unused tokens do not carry over to future seasons.
A 3-month, no-risk pilot designed for sports organizations to test, learn, and validate their gaming strategy before committing long-term.
What It Is
The Rival Pilot Program gives new partners full access to Rival’s platform for three months to launch real fan experiences, gather insights, and prove impact with zero upfront risk.
This is not a demo. It’s a live environment with real fans, real data, and real outcomes.
Who It’s For
The pilot is available to new Rival customers, specifically:
Professional leagues, teams, and collegiate athletic departments
Sports organizations exploring gaming for the first time
Groups evaluating how gaming fits into fan engagement,
Organizations that have not previously partnered with Rival
What’s Included
During the 3-month pilot, partners receive:
Full access to Rival’s core gaming and tournament tools
Partner onboarding and strategic support
Access to engagement and performance insights
A clear post-pilot readout to inform next steps
Partner Commitments
To ensure meaningful results, pilot partners agree to light-touch marketing support, including:
Promotion across owned social channels
Inclusion in at least one newsletter or fan communication
Participation in a case study, press mention, or joint announcement (as applicable)
No heavy lift. No paid media requirements.
Limited Availability
To ensure focus and quality execution, only three partners are accepted into the Rival Pilot Program per quarter.
Once spots are filled, applications roll into the following quarter.
What Success Looks Like
By the end of the pilot, partners will have:
Launched and operated live gaming experiences
Measured fan participation and engagement
Tested formats, incentives, and timing
A clear understanding of how Rival fits into their long-term strategy
What Happens After
At the conclusion of the pilot, partners can:
Convert to a full Rival partnership
Expand into additional formats or communities
Walk away with insights at no cost
No pressure. No obligation.
