TORONTO, Nov. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Anthem Sports & Entertainment announced today that its Game+ network will be launching on Videotron, the largest cable operator in the province of Quebec, on Nov. 13, and has also extended its carriage deal with GameTV, which will now become available in high-definition (HD).
Game+ will launch an HD feed on Nov. 13 on Videotron platforms with a freeview in effect until Feb. 3, 2020. GameTV will also be in a freeview during the same period. Some conditions may apply.
"We are excited to announce the launch of the rapidly growing Game+ network on Videotron systems across Quebec," said Anthony Cicione, President of GameTV. "Videotron subscribers will have access to the best of both channels, featuring a robust line-up of blockbuster feature films, game shows, live sports, fantasy sports, Esports and much more."
Channel information for both networks is included below:
illico platform
154 Game TV SD
778 Game+ HD
Helix platform
217 Game TV HD
218 Game+ HD
Customers can order either Game+ or GameTV and they will get both networks at no additional charge. In addition to availability on Videotron's cable systems, subscribers can also access Game+ and GameTV content on smartphones, tablets and computers.
Game+ is the home for fantasy sports gaming news and information, and also features wagering information programming, Esports, high stakes poker, live action sports, wrestling and other fast-paced, action-adventure driven shows and lifestyle programming.
Meanwhile, GameTV specializes in game-related programming such as game shows, competition-based shows, reality series, movies and sports.
GameTV's programming lineup includes back-to-back blockbuster movies every night at 9:00 p.m. ET, as well as game shows such as Card Sharks and Press Your Luck, while Game+ features live coverage of Swiss Hockey League games, plus Drone Champions League, FIBA 3-on-3 basketball, World Showdown of Esports, The League, Kenny vs. Spenny and live daily programs A Numbers Game and Cheddar ESports, covering analytics, sports betting and the world of Esports.
For more information about Game+ or GameTV, visit http://www.gameplusnetwork.com or http://www.igametv.com.
For More Information Contact:
Ariel Shnerer
Sr. Director, Programming, Global Distribution & Communications
Anthem Sports & Entertainment Corp.
[email protected]
About Anthem Sports & Entertainment
Anthem Sports & Entertainment Inc. is a globally integrated multi-platform media company with offices and studios in New York, Toronto, Los Angeles and Nashville. Anthem's portfolio includes AXS TV, a leading music, entertainment and lifestyle channel available in over 50 million U.S. homes originally founded by Mark Cuban in 2001; Fight Network, the world's premier combat sports channel now broadcasting in the U.S., Canada and over 20 other countries; IMPACT Wrestling, one of the world's leading wrestling organizations seen in 120 countries and specializing in television programs, events, products, merchandise, music, as well as the management and promotion of professional wrestlers; IMPACT Plus, a multi-platform digital SDVOD service featuring live monthly premium network specials, instant access to the 3,000-plus hour IMPACT Wrestling library, original series, reality shows and documentaries, exclusive events from international promotional partners and historical content from old territories; GameTV, featuring game shows, reality series, movies and sports available in over nine million homes; Game+, the home for fantasy sports gaming news and information, action sports, E-sports, high stakes poker and other action driven programming; and HDNet Movies, which features theatrically released films and documentaries and is available in 12 million U.S. homes. Anthem also has a significant ownership interest in Pursuit Channel, one of the top outdoor channels in the U.S. available in 45 million homes and on digital platforms.
SOURCE Anthem Sports & Entertainment
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