Skillshot Media is Smite and Paladins maker Hi-Rez Studios’ new esports company

Hi-Rez Studios is launching esports production company Skillshot Media, which will run esports leagues and tourneys. Hi-Rez cofounder Todd Harris will be leading the charge as president. The new company will open its doors on May 9, and it plans on inviting 200 esports players from all over the world to its Alpharetta, Georgia office for LAN competitions this month.

Skillshot is a natural offshoot for Hi-Rez, which already has two esports titles under its belt. It develops and publishes the multiplayer online battle arena Smite and team shooter Paladins, which is exiting Early Access on May 8. Both titles are available on PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4.