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SPORTS.
ENTERTAINMENT.
GAMING. 

WHERE CULTURE MEETS COMMERCE.

For more than 60 years, dentsu has recognised that culture and commerce are not separate forces but interconnected drivers of growth. From shaping the future of sports marketing at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics to powering Cristiano Ronaldo’s record‑breaking YouTube channel, dentsu has consistently thrived at the crossroads of passion and performance — where fan engagement meets business impact.

Dentsu Sports & Entertainment is the world’s only fully integrated global network built to connect brands with fans at this vital intersection. With 1,200 specialists across 21 markets supporting nearly 1,300 clients, dentsu blends deep cultural expertise with proprietary fan insights to deliver authentic, high‑impact brand experiences that resonate worldwide.

What sets dentsu apart is our holistic approach across the entire value chain: from IP investment and development to leveraging a global network with local expertise, cross‑platform innovation, and data‑driven cultural intelligence. This integrated model ensures brands unlock meaningful connections and sustainable growth in the dynamic world of sports, gaming, and entertainment.

MKTG Australia: Doordash

MKTG, the agency responsible for activating DoorDash’s NRL State of Origin sponsorship, faced the daunting task of executing the delivery of the game ball in a show-stopping manner amidst the uncertainties and disruptions caused by COVID-19. The initial plans, which included large-scale in-stadium activations such as skydiving, pyrotechnics, and stunts, had to be scrapped due to the changes in the schedule and locations. This necessitated a complete rethink of the activation strategy.

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Unlocking Culture Through Sports, Entertainment & Gaming

SPORTS

SPORTS

Sports today sit at the heart of global culture. No longer confined to stadiums or TV schedules, sports fandom has become a dynamic cultural force — one that shapes language, identity, and online behavior. 

ENTERTAINMENT

ENTERTAINMENT

As audiences increasingly fragment across streaming platforms, social media, and gaming, entertainment remains the universal language that shapes how we connect and what we value.

GAMING

GAMING

The average gamer today is 37 years old, and more than half are parents. People game during commutes, between meetings, or late at night after putting the kids to bed. 

CULTURE & COMMERCE

CULTURE & COMMERCE

At the heart of modern culture lie sports and entertainment — powerful ecosystems where passion, identity, and community converge.

Fun and functional experiences go digital

Funlab, the operator of Strike bowling and Holey Moley mini-golf, were looking to install a marketing and CRM system which can improve their customer service and provide a seamless & easy online booking process.

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Dentsu Sports & Entertainment: Connecting Culture with Commerce

With the international launch of dentsu anime solutions, the expansion of dentsu Sports Analytics into MENA, and the growth of strategic dentsu Sports & Entertainment hubs, dentsu Sports & Entertainment is scaling to become the world’s only fully integrated, global network designed to bring brands closer to fans at the intersection of culture and commerce. 

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Dentsu 2025 Gaming Trends Report

At dentsu, we believe winning the future means showing up where people truly care. This report is your roadmap. It's not just a data dump, but a strategy to move from moment-based marketing to fandom-first thinking.

Inside, you'll find global insights on gaming behavior and how to connect it to your funnel with impact. Built with partners like GWI, Anzu, Discord, PlayStation, and more.

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