Intel’s presenting sponsorship of TwitchCon San Diego 2022 was a significant milestone, marking the brand’s return as a major sponsor after multiple years of absence from the event. This presenting sponsorship was a massive win for Twitch, highlighting Intel’s renewed commitment to engaging with the streaming and gaming communities. By taking on this prominent role, Intel not only elevated the profile of TwitchCon but also leveraged the opportunity to showcase its cutting-edge technology to a diverse and influential audience of content creators, gamers, and tech enthusiasts. This high-profile partnership reinforced Intel’s position as a leading provider of gaming technology and provided substantial visibility for both the event and the brand.
Intel created an immersive experience zone at TwitchCon, featuring interactive displays and hands-on demonstrations of their latest hardware, including processors, graphics cards, and other gaming-related technologies. Attendees had the opportunity to experience Intel’s technology firsthand, with dedicated areas showcasing performance improvements and innovations that Intel brings to the gaming and streaming environments.
A dedicated gaming lounge was set up where attendees could test Intel-powered PCs and gaming rigs. This area featured live gameplay demonstrations, providing a platform for visitors to experience Intel’s latest technologies in a real-world gaming environment. Additionally, Intel was named the hardware sponsor of the TwitchCon LAN
Intel secured premium social assets and posts from the official TwitchCon channels and hosted various promotional contests and giveaways, including gaming PCs and peripherals. These activities not only drew visitors to the Intel booth but also created additional engagement through social media and event-related content.
Intel engaged with popular streamers and influencers who participated in meet-and-greet sessions and live streaming events from the Intel booth. These interactions helped drive traffic to Intel’s presence at the convention and generated buzz around the brand’s latest products.
Intel ran a targeted media campaign throughout the month of TwitchCon, with heavy ups during the event weekend. Additionally, we targeted official TwitchCon Twitch channels so Intel’s messaging could reach both onsite and digital viewers.