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Candy Crush Soda Saga and Kyle Gordon Team Up for WSL Finals Takeover
“Candy Crush Soda Saga and Kyle Gordon join forces for a WSL Finals takeover, bringing surf-inspired fun to the iconic game.”
Candy Crush Soda Saga and viral social star Kyle Gordon have joined forces for an exciting takeover at the Rip Curl WSL Finals. In a unique collaboration, Candy Crush Soda Saga is bringing the adrenaline of the World Surf League (WSL) into the iconic match-3 mobile game with the new tournament, “Soda Surf Cup.”
Kyle Gordon, known for his TikTok fame and hit song “Planet of the Bass,” will debut his new comic persona, Crush Sodason, a wannabe legendary surfer. He will share hilarious videos on social media starting from September 11th, documenting his journey to become the next surfing sensation. Fans can follow Crush’s adventures on Kyle Gordon’s TikTok and Instagram channels, with additional exclusive content available on Candy Crush’s social media platforms.
The Soda Surf Cup, inspired by the WSL’s most-watched event, will take place in Candy Crush Soda Saga from September 7th to October 2nd. Players will experience the thrill of the waves with surfboard candies, a diorama featuring fan-favorites Soda Gummy Bears and Yeti riding waves, and much more. The grand prize includes a custom surfboard created by renowned surfboard shaper Matt Biolos and signed by the WSL Final 5 live at the Rip Curl WSL Finals event. Players also have a chance to win a one-year supply of gold bars.
The partnership between Candy Crush Soda Saga and the World Surf League has created a perfect blend of fun and competition. Todd Green, General Manager of the Candy Crush Franchise, expressed excitement about the collaboration, stating that Candy Crush Soda Saga players and WSL pros are equally up for a challenge. The unique event offers players a chance to surf alongside their favorite Candy Crush characters and win exclusive prizes.
Sarah Swanson, Chief Marketing Officer for the World Surf League, expressed enthusiasm for bringing the epic WSL competition to life in-game. The collaboration with Candy Crush Soda Saga allows fans of both the game and the WSL to compete and win with the Soda Surf Cup while watching the pros do the same.
If you happen to be in California during the Rip Curl WSL Finals, you might catch Crush Sodason training at your favorite beach in San Clemente on September 7th. Candy Crush Soda Saga has planned refreshing experiences from September 8th to September 16th, including sweet treats, giveaways, and a meet-and-greet with the popular Soda Gummy Bear mascots.
Candy Crush Soda Saga is available for free download on iOS and Android. The Surf Season event will run from September 7th to October 2nd. To learn more about the game, visit their website. Follow Crush Sodason’s content on Instagram and TikTok at @kylegordonisgreat and Candy Crush Saga on Instagram and Facebook.
The Rip Curl WSL Finals, a one-day event, will crown the surfing World Champions of 2023. The competition window runs from September 8th to September 16th and will be broadcast live on WorldSurfLeague.com, WSL’s YouTube channel, and the WSL app.
About King, the developer of Candy Crush Soda Saga: With a mission of Making the World Playful, King is a leading interactive entertainment company that has delivered some of the world’s most iconic games in the mobile gaming industry. Candy Crush is the top-grossing franchise in U.S. app stores, and King’s games are played by 238 million monthly active users as of Q2 2023.
About Candy Crush Soda Saga: Candy Crush Soda Saga is the second game in the Candy Crush franchise, enjoyed by millions of players worldwide. Since 2014, players have been matching candies and popping soda bottles to progress through over 11,000 levels. You can download the game for free on multiple platforms.
About the WSL: The World Surf League is the global home of competitive surfing, crowning the World Champions in the sport. The Rip Curl WSL Finals is a highly anticipated event where the men’s and women’s World Champions are decided in a one-day, winner-take-all showdown. For more information, please visit https://www.worldsurfleague.com/
SOURCE King