LIT Advertising Awards Platinum

2026

Legion Live

Entrant Company

The Catalyst Agency

Category

Social Media - Live Streaming

Client's Name

Lenovo Legion

Country / Region

Singapore

Legion Live reimagines how Legion and AMD collaborate with creators through the brand ethos “Reach Your Impossible.” The program is designed to build meaningful, long-term relationships while giving creators the tools, support, and freedom to push beyond their usual content. Rather than focusing purely on output, Legion invests in creators as individuals, encouraging them to explore new formats, grow their communities, and define what “impossible” means in their own way. By tapping into the broader interests of modern gamers, from anime to football, Legion Live creates experiences that feel authentic to both streamers and their audiences, reinforcing a deeper, more human connection to the brand.



Legion Live is a Twitch-first program featuring four strategically selected creators across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Each commits to monthly streams and social content, supported by Legion and AMD devices, including laptops, towers, and peripherals, ensuring they have everything needed to focus on content creation. The program encourages experimentation. Creators are given the freedom to explore new formats, take on unfamiliar challenges, and step outside their usual content. Seasonal activations, such as Halloween horror streams or Christmas-themed creative sessions, bring fresh energy while allowing creators to interpret “impossible” in ways that resonate with their identity and audience.



Community involvement sits at the heart of Legion Live. A standout example came from Mande’s community, where 40 of his most engaged fans were brought into a private Discord to co-create a personalised gift. The final outcome, a custom Neon Saturn sign inspired by his love for astronomy, was revealed live in a surprise moment that transformed sponsorship into a shared experience. Creators also gain early access to major events like CES and global esports moments, alongside new hardware such as the Legion Go series, further strengthening relationships and content opportunities.



The program delivers strong emotional and performance results. Creators express genuine appreciation, communities actively engage, and content regularly extends beyond paid deliverables. From 1.4M contracted impressions to nearly 3× total value generated, Legion Live proves that when creators are empowered to reach their impossible, audiences follow.

Credits

Social Media Manager & Strategist at The Catalyst
Benito Vincent
Strategy & Account Manager at The Catalyst
Stephanie Yeong
Marketing Executive
Nikolai Tumapon
Creative Director
Markel Lee
Snr. Project & Account Manager at The Catalyst
Mei Zhen Lek
Chief Operating Officer at The Catalyst
Vanessa Heng
Gaming Community Partnerships Marketing Manager
Gee Huang
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