GothamChess joins BASILISK

Levy "GothamChess" Rozman, with 8 million subscribers on YouTube, has joined BASILISK as its Head of Chess. According to GothamChess, the reason he chose to sign with BASILISK is because of the good fit and the opportunity to direct and create interesting content. He also wants to use chess to collaborate with different games or organizations and to start non-profit or STEM programs.

GothamChess shared his motivations behind the move in an exclusive interview with Esports Insider. He stated that he didn't want to join an organization just for the sake of it, but rather to make a meaningful impact. He believes that chess can benefit from intersecting with the world of esports, and that BASILISK's focus on nerdy games and activities aligns with his own goals.

GothamChess' future with BASILISK

GothamChess is excited about his new role and the opportunities it brings. He wants to make chess more accessible and fun, and to collaborate with other games and organizations. He also wants to direct and create interesting content, and to use chess to start non-profit or STEM programs. According to GothamChess, he is dreaming big and wants to put on one of the biggest creator chess tournaments ever.

Is GothamChess a video gamer?

GothamChess has a personal interest in esports and follows specific titles. He played a lot of Overwatch during the pandemic and got up to Diamond level. He also likes to do collabs with other gamers and content creators, and wants to try playing some of their games and humiliate himself. GothamChess believes that chess can learn from esports, and that the two worlds can benefit from each other.

Chess has a lot to learn from esports

GothamChess thinks that chess has a lot to learn from esports, particularly in terms of online play and streaming. He believes that chess players need to adapt to the esports vibe and learn to play in a more fast-paced and competitive environment. According to GothamChess, young chess players can benefit from joining esports organizations and participating in online tournaments. He cites the example of Denis Lazavik, a 19-year-old chess player who won $300,000 in winnings this year.

GothamChess also thinks that esports can learn from chess, particularly in terms of its ability to bring people together across different age groups. He believes that chess can provide a unique perspective on strategy and critical thinking, and that esports can benefit from incorporating these elements into their games and tournaments. As GothamChess looks to the future, he is excited about the possibilities of collaboration between chess and esports, and is eager to see how the two worlds can learn from and benefit each other.