SteelSeries Acquires KontrolFreek
December 14, 2020
SteelSeries has acquired KontrolFreek, a leading maker of high-performance controller accessories, to strengthen its position in the console gaming market and expand its controller and accessory product offering. KontrolFreek will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary, bringing its product lines and community of more than four million gamers to SteelSeries' global distribution and R&D capabilities.
- Buyers
- SteelSeries, Axcel
- Targets
- KontrolFreek
- Industry
- Consumer Products
- Location
- Georgia, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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