CORSAIR to Acquire Fanatec Sim Racing, Elevating Gaming Experience

Gaming Staff • September 17, 2024

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CORSAIR, a leading manufacturer of high-performance gear for gamers, content creators, and PC enthusiasts, has announced the acquisition of the Fanatec Sim Racing product line from Endor AG. The acquisition includes the existing Fanatec team, who will continue to develop future Sim Racing products in Landshut, Germany.

Fanatec is renowned for its high-quality Sim Racing hardware and innovations, offering a range of force-feedback steering wheels, pedals, shifters, and complete cockpits for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC-based racing simulators. CORSAIR plans to invest significantly in the Fanatec brand, its products, and worldwide availability through CORSAIR's channels.

Andy Paul, CEO of CORSAIR, expressed his enthusiasm for the acquisition, emphasizing the company's commitment to expanding Fanatec's product lines, improving customer service, and embracing the Sim Racing community. Andres Ruff, CEO of Endor AG, shared Paul's excitement, stating that CORSAIR's shared passion for innovation, quality, and continuous development would open new opportunities for Fanatec.

CORSAIR aims to ensure prompt delivery of all orders during the transition of ownership and maintain customer support and satisfaction. Both companies are committed to providing world-class support, including warranty and software updates, to all current and future Fanatec customers.

CORSAIR (Nasdaq: CRSR) is a global developer and manufacturer of high-performance gear and technology for gamers, content creators, and PC enthusiasts. Endor AG develops and markets high-quality input devices such as steering wheels and pedals for racing simulations on game consoles and PCs, selling its products under the FANATEC brand via e-commerce primarily to end customers in Europe, the USA, Canada, Australia, and Japan.

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