New tripronged partnership delivers extensive catalog of high-quality Blacknut games, offering seamless, cross-platform play for Vivo customers
Gameloft Business Solutions, leader in gaming solutions for carriers and manufacturers, has partnered with Vivo1, Brazil's largest mobile operator, to expand a premier gaming subscription Cloud Gaming service with Blacknut.
We are thrilled to bring Blacknut’s cloud gaming experience to Brazil through this tripronged partnership with Gameloft and Vivo, and to empower the country’s vibrant gaming community with seamless access to our extensive catalog of games.At Blacknut, we have a long history of working with telcos to deliver seamless gaming experiences, and we’re proud to support Vivo in offering its customers a rich and ever-growing catalog of games that can be enjoyed anytime, anywhere.
— Olivier Avaro, CEO Blacknut.
Blacknut Cloud Gaming is an online, subscription-based video game streaming service that allows up to 5 different, simultaneously accessible player profiles under a single subscription; players can access a curated catalog of over 500+ premium video games, including AAA, puzzle, adventure, FPS, and the largest collection of racing & sports games. The platform is available in more than 65+ countries worldwide across a myriad of compatible devices including Smart TVs, tablets, and mobiles, all supported by a unique private-public cloud infrastructure with cloud save progression capacities allowing users to jump from one device to another, seamlessly.
We firmly believe that ad-free subscription services and streaming platforms represent a great evolution in the gaming industry, offering an innovative and seamless way to access and enjoy video games while leveraging the full potential of 5G. This partnership reflects our commitment to making gaming accessible to everyone, regardless of their location or device.
—Yann Fourneau Executive Vice President at Gameloft
Vivo, Brazil’s leading telecommunications provider, stands out as a benchmark of innovation and reliability in the industry. As the largest telco in the country, it boasts an extensive network infrastructure that delivers high-speed mobile and broadband connectivity to millions of customers. A subsidiary of Telefónica, Vivo has been at the forefront of digital transformation, offering cutting-edge 5G services, fiber-optic internet, and a suite of advanced digital solutions that empower businesses and consumers alike. Through the partnership, Vivo continues to shape Brazil’s digital future, setting the gold standard for quality and technological excellence in the region.
Leveraging on Blacknut’s game streaming technology, the carrier’s new offer gives unlimited access to a new range of cross-platform games streamed from the cloud. Through the partnership, games are playable on any smartphone, PC or smart TV, with high quality gaming experience and reduced latency. The local catalog includes more than 500 games including Asphalt 9: Legends, Gameloft’s latest installment of the world's most downloaded and multi-awarded mobile racing game franchise, as well as games from other renowned publishers. Like Blacknut’s direct to consumer offering, the catalog will be enriched every month for Brazilian users.
1) Vivo is the commercial brand of Telefônica Brasil. In the mobile segment, Vivo has 101.5 million accesses and holds the largest market share (38.8%) in the country, according to its quarterly financial results (Q3 2024). Guided by continuous innovation and high-quality services, Vivo is at the forefront of a digital transformation, enhancing customer autonomy, personalization, and real-time choices—putting them in control of their digital lives with security and reliability.